If you’re struggling to regain employment or need to earn extra cash to make ends meet, self-employment may be your next step. We can help!
Whether you’re considering a side hustle or thinking of starting your own business, there’s a lot to consider. AARP Foundation Work for Yourself@50+™ was created to help people over 50 living on a limited income get the knowledge, support, and resources they need to earn income through self-employment.
Attending a Work for Yourself@50+™ workshop — in person or online — is your first step to finding out if self-employment is right for you. Register for a workshop in your state to receive resources tailored to your geographic region. If there is no local workshop near you, don’t worry. We offer a national workshop to help you get started. Enter your zip code or address to discover what’s available near you.
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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.
Jun 18, 2025
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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.
Apr 30, 2025
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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.
May 21, 2025
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Starting A Business: Tips & Tricks For Older Adults
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.
May 5, 2025
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New York: Women's Enterprise Development Center
White Plains, NY 10603
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May 28, 2025
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Missouri: Small Business Empowerment Center
St. Louis, MO 63109
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Jun 18, 2025
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Philadelphia Women's Network Connection Foundation
Philadelphia, PA 19130
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Aug 20, 2025
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Philadelphia Women's Network Connection Foundation
Philadelphia, PA 19130
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Sep 17, 2025
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Philadelphia Women's Network Connection Foundation
Philadelphia, PA 19130
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Philadelphia Women's Network Connection Foundation
Philadelphia, PA 19130
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Philadelphia Women's Network Connection Foundation
Philadelphia, PA 19130
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AARP Foundation WORK FOR YOURSELF@50+
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