Topic: Entrepreneurship

New Group of Entrepreneurs

If you need to be convinced that being an entrepreneur after 50 isn't a pipe dream, read this article and you may find yourself imagining the logo for your new business. The entrepreneurial path is alluring for boomers with newfound free time and either financial freedom or financial insecurity on their hands. As one boomer business woman put it, "If we do this right, we could be entering ...a "golden age" of entrepreneurship, where smart, educated people embrace business ownership partly out of necessity, partly fueled by their dreams, and partly to grab control of their lives."

Posted on Jan 18, 2012

Older Entrepreneurs Outpace Youngsters

Topics: Business, Entrepreneurship, Older Adults

Entrepreneurs whose businesses can jump start the economy have become the darlings of foundations, MBA programs, and the government. Savvy and smart kids are being encouraged to work for themselves, but new research indicates that older entrepreneurs are really the group to be pursued to create successful start-ups. Contrary to conventional wisdom, entrepreneurship is increasingly a priority of older workers—even in the youth-obsessed technology sector. To learn the reasons for the elders' success, click here.

Posted on Dec 29, 2010

Going Entrepreneurial

Topics: Entrepreneurship, Self-employment, Transition

Have you always wanted to be your own boss? If so, join the more than five million Americans age 55 or older who run their own businesses or are otherwise self-employed. According to the Small Business Administration, the number of self-employed 55 to 64-year-olds is soaring, climbing 52 percent from 2000 to 2007. Check out the Small Business Administration website that offers advice and expertise for older adults ready to "leverage experience, passions, hobbies and resources to launch or purchase a small business.”

Posted on Mar 8, 2010

A Purposeful Life

Topics: Community Involvement, Entrepreneurship, Social Change

The Purpose Prize, awarded annually by Civic Ventures, recognizes social entrepreneurs sixty and older who have done extraordinary things to improve the lives of others. This year's recipients of $50,000 and $100,000 prizes include a psychiatrist who recruits mental health professionals to provide free services to veterans, active military and their families and a former NASA exec who treats alcoholism in Native American communities by reviving old traditions and customs. Click to view videos of the winners.

Posted on Nov 9, 2009

6 Tips for Starting a Business After Age 50

Topics: Entrepreneurship, Finances, Retirement

Starting a business is difficult at any age. While those planning to retire soon need to be particularly careful with their finances, Boomers' accumulated expertise and experience is a real asset in being successful. When an entrepreneur knows something about the industry, they are better able to leverage that knowledge and move towards their goal. Click here for some tips.

Posted on Jul 8, 2009

Central Pennsylvania Welcomes Coming of Age

Topics: Civic Engagement, Continuing Education, Entrepreneurship

Central Pennsylvania was the site of the latest Coming of Age launch with 120 people attending presentations on entrepreneurship, continuing education, and volunteer opportunities sponsored by WITF, the area's public broadcasting station; Senior Corps RSVP of the Capital Region, and AARP. A session for nonprofits focused on the importance of recruiting boomers and giving them a voice in the organization. Be sure to read the Coming of Age blog, written by keynote speaker Dick Goldberg, about the event.

Posted on May 27, 2009

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