According to SideHusl.com, Baby Boomers and Generation Xs’ are “Scrambling to make more money because they’re approaching retirement and they are realizing what they have saved isn’t going to last.”
And that’s where a side job or business comes into play.
No matter where you’re from or what you do, thanks to the internet, enterprising side jobs after 50 are available and can turn out to be life-changing.
Is 50 Too Old to Change Careers?
People 50 and over have plenty of experience to bring to a new career.
And side jobs after 50 are getting easier to find.
There are so many exciting opportunities out there that didn’t exist year ago.
Finding something you love to do, or something that makes you feel like you are giving back to your community, can be accomplished while still working your full-time job.
Any hobby or passion can be turned into a side job, but you have to be willing to put in the effort, research, and commitment.
And understand it’s not going to happen overnight!
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Job Ideas for 50 Year Olds and Above
Administrative –
If you’ve worked in the administrative field, some ideas for changing it up a little bit, and that you can do at home are:
- Virtual Assistant
- Proofreader/Editor
- Writing — Content Marketing, Social Media, Email Newsletters, Copywriting, Blog writing
- Data Entry
- Transcriptionist
Research Assistant –
If research is a passion of yours (yes, people actually do have a passion for research) then check with colleges, laboratories, newspapers, and online businesses. Think about things you love to research, and start contacting businesses in that field.
Translator –
Fluent in another language? Once again, depending on your locations and the second language, you can contact local businesses, tourism and schools to see if they are in need of a translator. You can also find jobs online that may need articles or white papers translated into another language.
Bookkeeper –
If you have a background in accounting and know the software (such as Quickbooks), then this is definitely something that can be started on the side and also done at home.
Tutoring –
If you have a degree and like to teach, this is something that can now be done at home via the internet. Contact your local schools and see if they are in need of tutors. You can also advertise in your local paper and online.
Nanny –
Parents are extremely busy nowadays and wearing many different hats. Having a trustworthy person taking care of their children is a load off their minds.
Staging Homes –
If you love interior design and have a knack for making things come together, contact local real estate agencies and let them know what you do.
Dog Walking –
This is a growing business among the older crowd and also a great way to get exercise. You can also offer pet sitting.
Tour Guide –
Depending on your location, and if your location is popular with tourists, this is also becoming a popular enterprise with older people. Your Chamber of Commerce would know how you could get started in this line of work.
Interior Design –
Do people tell you they love how you decorated your home? Do you have a passion for interior design and transforming the plain into the beautiful? You could always start this online by giving advice and showing examples on your website, and also let your local Chamber of Commerce know you are available for consultations. You can also become a consultant online where people would schedule an appointment with you to go over ideas.
Hotel Concierge –
If taking care of people is your forte, check out your local hotels. The hospitality industry has one of the highest turn-over rates so they may be hiring.
Changing Your Career After 50
If you are contemplating changing your career after 50, then trying side jobs before you quit your full-time job is the way to go.
Making extra money on the side can be life-changing, whether it’s for retirement or getting out of debt before you retire.
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After all, it’s your retirement and peace of mind we are talking about.
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