Careers in Later Life

I learned a lot about myself that summer. I learned that if I wanted, I could put in 10 or 12 hours a day of hard work. I learned there is nothing but honor in honest labor. I became an unabashed fan of capitalism. I saw how quickly money could accumulate in a savings account...

Earning extra money is the fastest way to rebuild retirement plans. Here is a list of articles filled with tips and ideas on how to make extra money to jumpstart your own plans.

This is a list of must read articles filled real life stories about those who found creative ways to make a living and find fulfillment with their second career choices.

Later life careers - Six steps to take before you start a consulting business.

Starting s small business is work. You want it to pay off. Take these 6 steps before you start a small business and you'll increase your odds of building a profitable small business.

Learning how to look younger not only makes you feel good, it can also be a critical component of finding new pursuits in the workplace.

Extending the life of your career can have a substantial impact on your balance sheet. Think of your career as your greatest asset; improve your work life balance, and watch your net worth grow.

One boomer's success story: she left corporate America and found a career that was right for her.

A great article for the 50+ workforce.

Find employers who are specifically looking for workers over age 50.

In a competitive market, let’s face it: how you look matters. How you feel about yourself matters too. And in today's world, with enough money, you can make significant changes to how you look... and to how old you look. It's really a personal choice, and I'd like to hear your opinion. Would you spend the money on plastic surgery? Why... or why not?

Want to find the right second career for you? Start with the five ‘E’s’.

RetiredBrains® is a site built by retired brains for retired brains. It has an impressive amount of quality information on finding temporary jobs, starting your own business, working from home, writing your resume, finding full-time work, continuing education… and all the information is geared for the 55+ audience.

The job search sites below are more than just job search sites. They help match employers who are specifically seeking older workers with older workers seeking work, and they inspire with stories of success, as wells as provide resources for those who want to start something new.