Women’s History Month occurs every March and it’s always a good time to think about women who have made a difference in the world. Some we remember from the past and others are making big things happen today. As older women, we know how difficult it was for women to succeed when we were growing up in the 60s, 70s, and 80s. Women couldn’t even own a credit card in their … [Read more...]
The Best Online Classes for Seniors Who Love to Learn for 2024
Senior adults are online taking classes just like their younger counterparts. They may be trying to complete a degree they never had a chance to finish, advance their credentials, or simply indulge in their favorite hobbies. It can feel awkward when you're the oldest student in the class, and that's why online learning sites have become popular among older people. The … [Read more...]
How I Make Money Online as a Baby Boomer Over 60
The online world is not just for young people. There are many Baby Boomers using it to earn extra income. After all, we pretty much invented the Internet. We may have difficulty editing videos on our smartphones, but we’ve found ways to sustain ourselves online to improve our lifestyles. If you search on Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, or in the blogging world, you'll see over … [Read more...]
13 Ways Women Can Achieve Success After 50
Do you ever feel like you didn’t reach your full potential in life or maybe had a few successes but didn’t hit it out of the ballpark? As we age, we begin to think of what we could have done to achieve success. It’s never too late to make a difference and just because you are older doesn't mean you are relegated to working as a greeter at Walmart. Just look at Norman Lear … [Read more...]
21 Ways to Boost Your Retirement Income With Side Jobs in 2024
The idea of “retirement” isn’t the same for everyone. Not all of us over 65 worked a 9-5 job, put money away in a retirement account, or have support other than Social Security. You may be at retirement age but don't want to stop working or want to try new pursuits. There are a wide variety of fun and creative side jobs that will help you generate extra cash and ease financial … [Read more...]