Students at Columbia, despite their political differences, expressed a united anxiety over how to start finding their life's work in a chaotic environment. This resonated deeply with me.
Turning skills into a fulfilling and profitable venture is a natural next step for active seniors. The transition offers a way to monetize years of dedication and hard work. Creating a business plan for a hobby allows for a low-stress entry into the market. You already understand the product or service better than most competitors.
Stacie Haller, a consultant for executives, recently had a meeting with a former business owner in his early 80s. He'd sold his business, started playing golf, and discovered something about himself: he found golf extremely boring. And now, even though he doesn't need to be, he's back on the job market. 'I'm so vital', he'd told Haller, 'I'm still in the game'.
