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Coffee Chats: “What Is Freelancing?” ™

Are you curious about finding work or earning extra money as a freelancer? Created specifically for adults over 50, this hour-and-a-half interactive workshop will cover how freelancing works, the types of available gigs, how to navigate the online freelancing market, and how to leverage your previous work experience.
Nov 14, 2024
Virtual
English
AARP Foundation: Work for Yourself@50+

For Beginners: Crafting Your Irresistible Offer

Learn how to navigate the gig economy to turn your hobbies into a money-making side-hustle or full-time business in this informative webinar hosted by gig economy expert Angela Heath. The webinar will help you examine your skills, talents, and passions to choose a freelancing niche and begin earning the income you want while enjoying your work. This is a virtual workshop. Once you register, you’ll receive a confirmation email explaining how to join the webinar. To attend, you’ll need either a laptop, tablet, or smartphone that is connected to the internet.
Nov 21, 2024
Virtual
English
AARP Foundation: Work for Yourself@50+
Jan 16, 2025
Virtual
English
AARP Foundation: Work for Yourself@50+

Intro to Gig Work: How to Earn Income

More older Americans are working part-time, freelance, or contract jobs — even during retirement. This workshop will show you where to look for side gigs and contract work and begin earning income as a freelancer. Do you want a more flexible work schedule? Are you looking for a little extra income as you head into retirement? Do you need a less physically demanding job? Being your own boss may be the right next step — we’re here to help you find trusted income opportunities and avoid scams. This is a virtual workshop. Once you register, you’ll receive a confirmation email explaining how to join the webinar. To attend, you’ll need either a laptop, tablet, or smartphone that is connected to the internet.
Oct 24, 2024
Virtual
English
AARP Foundation: Work for Yourself@50+
Dec 12, 2024
Virtual
English
AARP Foundation: Work for Yourself@50+
Jan 23, 2025
Virtual
English
AARP Foundation: Work for Yourself@50+

Starting A Business: Tips & Tricks For Older Adults

Considering launching your own business? Attend the Work for Yourself@50+™ workshop to get help developing your idea and understanding what’s involved. You’ll get access to trustworthy resources, including a copy of the Work For Yourself@50+ toolkit, which is filled with helpful tips and expert guidance on exploring self-employment.
Oct 17, 2024
Virtual
English
Fox Valley Technical College
Appleton, WI 54914 Google Map
Oct 24, 2024
Virtual
English
Women's Opportunities Resource Center
Philadelphia, PA 19103 Google Map
Oct 24, 2024
Hybrid
English
WeVenture
Palm Bay, FL 32905 Google Map
Nov 7, 2024
Virtual
English
YWCA: Silicon Valley
San Jose, CA 95112 Google Map
Nov 21, 2024
Virtual
English
Fox Valley Technical College
Appleton, WI 54914 Google Map
Dec 9, 2024
Virtual
English
Iowa Center for Economic Success
Des Moines, IA 50312 Google Map
Dec 12, 2024
Virtual
English
Women's Enterprise Development Center
White Plains, NY 10603 Google Map
Dec 19, 2024
Virtual
English
Women's Opportunities Resource Center
Philadelphia, PA 19103 Google Map
Dec 19, 2024
Virtual
English
Fox Valley Technical College
Appleton, WI 54914 Google Map
Jan 16, 2025
Virtual
English
Fox Valley Technical College
Appleton, WI 54914 Google Map
Feb 20, 2025
Virtual
English
Fox Valley Technical College
Appleton, WI 54914 Google Map
Mar 20, 2025
Virtual
English
Fox Valley Technical College
Appleton, WI 54914 Google Map

WORK FOR YOURSELF@50+ Nationwide Online Webinar

Considering launching your own business? Virtually attend the Work for Yourself@50+™ workshop to get help developing your idea and understanding what’s involved. You’ll get access to trustworthy resources, including a copy of the Work For Yourself@50+ toolkit, which is filled with helpful tips and expert guidance on exploring self-employment. This is a virtual workshop. Once you register, you’ll receive a confirmation email explaining how to join the webinar. To attend, you’ll need either a laptop, tablet, or smartphone that is connected to the internet.
Oct 22, 2024
Virtual
Spanish
AARP Foundation: Work for Yourself@50+
Nov 19, 2024
Virtual
English
AARP Foundation: Work for Yourself@50+
Dec 10, 2024
Virtual
English
AARP Foundation: Work for Yourself@50+