I’ve been a nomad most of my life and have lived in a variety of environments that included several large homes and apartments, a small Hollywood bungalow, a double-wide mobile home, a room in a home, and now an ADU (additional dwelling unit). Since the tender age of four, I’ve lived exclusively in Southern California in 28 different locations. At various times, I enjoyed … [Read more...]
7 Survival Tools Every Woman Over 50 Needs to Have
The inspiration for this post came from a woman I met at an event. She was talking about survival tools that women over 50 need to make it through the next few decades. I also added my own. 7 survival tools every woman over 50 needs to get through the next few decades If we're lucky, LOL 1. Your own bank account When I was married, my husband and I had a joint bank … [Read more...]
Baby Boomers are Using Tech To Revolutionize Aging
The 76 million American Baby Boomers born between 1946 and 1964 have had a huge influence on the nation’s politics, arts, business industry, and lifestyles over the last few decades. And while many are beginning to make plans for their retirement, that doesn’t mean they are about to lose any of their influence. In fact, Boomers are the inspiration for many of … [Read more...]
Why Baby Boomers Are Becoming Entrepreneurs Instead of Retiring
For decades, seniors who have reached retirement age have retired and claimed their Social Security benefits. However, a change in our retirement age has prompted Baby Boomers to seek out an alternative option: Becoming entrepreneurs, rather than enjoying a traditional retirement. The Changing Retirement Age This shift in approach to retirement is partly due to the fact … [Read more...]
Empowering Women Entrepreneurs | Women’s History Month
March is Women’s History Month and I attended an event called “Empowering Women Entrepreneurs.” The event took place at the VEDC (Valley Economic Development Center) and was hosted by Travelers Insurance, a company that provides insurance for small businesses. The VEDC is a non-profit organization in Los Angeles that helps small businesses grow and receive capital. They have … [Read more...]