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  • Boomers Make Great EntrepreneursThe age range for high entrepreneurial activity is advancing.
  • How to Cope With Forced RetirementYour employer, the economy, or your health may force you to retire earlier than you expected. Find out how to assess your situation and make informed decisions about your next move.
  • 50+ and Back to SchoolDetermine if getting another degree is worth the expense.
  • Retired and Still WorkingAre you planning to retire to a life of leisure? That makes you an exception.
  • Use Social Media to Find a JobJob seekers today must ramp up professional networking. The best way to do that? Go social.
  • Read PreRetiree Lane Episode 2
  • Part-Time Work Pays Off for RetireesWhen considering part-time work options for retirement, consider what is really fulfilling for you. Be open to new opportunities, and pursue personal goals.

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  • Audio: Work Reimagined: Jobs for SeniorsJoin AARP spokesperson Tiffany Lundquist as she discusses workreimagined.org, a free and public website for "experienced workers looking for their 'what’s next.'" On the site you can apply for jobs with employers who have signed a pledge that they value workers with experience.
  • Audio: Your Guide to Social Media MarketingEntrepreneurs: Hear expert advice on social media marketing.
  • Audio: PreRetiree Lane, Episode 2

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  • Negotiate Before Accepting Buyout OfferWhen your employer offers you a buyout package to leave the company, it can come as a rude shock, a welcome opportunity, or anything in between.

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  • Consider Temporary RetirementIf you’re not ready to leave the workplace entirely, a temporary retirement might be just the thing for you. You could retire, relax, and recharge for a while, then get a job that lets you pursue your passions. You might work at that job for a few years and then go back to the leisure life for a year or two.
  • Use AARP tool to find jobsUse the AARP and LinkedIn’s Work Reimagined website to connect with jobs.
  • Maximize Your Social Security PayoutFind out how you can increase your Social Security payout.
  • Look for Jobs OnlineEven if you don't need it now, bookmark this guide to reputable job-search websites.
  • Find a Part-Time Job in RetirementIf you’re looking for a flexible, engaging, part-time job in retirement, these gigs could be perfect for you.
  • Think About Franchise OptionsThink opening a franchise might be the best small-business option for you? Consider one of these growing areas in the industry.
  • Use YouTube for Small-Biz IdeasThere are a wealth of free resources available to small-business owners—many of them on the video community YouTube. Check out these video channels that will get you on the path to small-biz success.
  • Gear Up for Retirement ReversalThe Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts a worker shortage in the next few years that could bring many retirees back into the work force. Find out when the shortage is likely to occur and what kinds of jobs will become available to retirees returning to work.
  • Nurture Your Job-Seeking NetworkNurture your network, which is more likely to be a source of new job opportunities. Learn how to utilize new and upcoming resources and websites.
  • Write a Simple Business Plan

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