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 what working as a freelancer is really about? Created specifically for adults over 50, this 90-minute, fun, interactive discussion provides an overview of freelancing — what it is, how it differs from having a traditional job, and the two major types of freelancing. We invite you to bring your coffee or other drink of choice to this session, where you can share your experiences with others while learning about the world of freelancing.
For Beginners: Crafting Your Irresistible Offer
Learn how to turn your talents, skills and knowledge 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 broaden your options for choosing your freelancing area and teach you the two most important factors required to create an irresistible offer. This virtual workshop requires registration — once you register, you'll receive a confirmation email explaining how to join. To attend, you'll need a laptop, tablet or smartphone with internet access.