Work and Jobs

Hi Everyone, I'm new here and already seeing what a great place this is for meeting others! This year I will be 68 (Crikey where do the years go) and my eldest grandchild will be turning 16... the years seem to fly by and suddenly there is so much of the world to see. I'm an overland adventurer having travelled far and wide with our fabulous overland truck that has been kitted out to tackle off the beaten track paths - and have been fortunate to have been to Namibia overlanding and camping in the wild (more on that another time) in some amazing places with hippos on the river banks, ellies, that came to out camp at night and being privileged to have seen and done so much. We've camped under the stars in the desert and met some amazing people on our journeys to swap stories with... I've always been an entrepreneur and my greatest love is working and coaching others to be able to work from home and create a side hustle. I have now embarked on building an online business and would love to know if anyone else is doing this, and also to open up the minds of anyone who is perhaps drifting through life and looking for something to get stuck into (that will also bring in an income). Something new and exciting tapping into our passions. When we reach our 50's and 60's (plus) we have a wealth of wisdom and knowledge and there has never been a better time for people our age to begin a new journey for ourselves. Not only is it a breath of fresh air, but it gets our mind into gear, and a sense of purpose. What skills do you have that you could teach others? I work with people over the age of 40 but particularly keen to work with anyone who is looking for a new direction... Life is short, so let's run wildly and enjoy it to the full!

Hi all, I'm looking to move my working times closer to home in Kings Norton. I have 17 years of admin experience, and am a quick learner. I drive and have my own car. If anyone is looking for admin experience please get in touch. Thankyou

Anyone out there who went to sea in the 40/50's

Hi Folks I'm looking for a business mentor. Any recommendations? Thank You

I’m not sure if this is the correct place but thought I’d try. I’ve spent my days in administration and am looking for a part time position. Preferably working from Home due to shielding etc but would office if needed. So if anyone if looking for a girl Friday or a hand with paperwork, please let me know.

Dear Silversurfers, I am Business student and I've got a business idea I would really like to realize in Ireland. Therefore I would like to know what you are thinking about it because you are my target group. My business idea in a nutshell: “Together” creates a community in which people experience a place of togetherness and remain connected and supported in older age. The vision of the founder is to have a positive impact on society and push towards communal living in an effort to combat feelings of loneliness and isolation. It’s is mainly about the social purpose beyond the profitmaking: for a better future. This growing age group is given a physical place including the following offers: 1. Workshops as a part of the concept Lifelong-Learning” Learning is no longer confined to a specific phase of life. It has become a dynamic process covering all stages and shows potential to increase the productivity of older people (Eurostat, 2020). - “Stay connected”: The right way to use your smartphone “Act sustainable”: Creating shared gardening and agricultural spaces “How to be happy”: Loneliness combatted through cuddle therapy and happiness classes 2. Physical Activities and Cultural Experiences Culture and group activities can enhance quality of life and create a socially vibrant active community.  Dance classes: Goal is to significant reduce levels of stress, anxiety and insomnia Guided hiking tours: Hiking can contribute to the overall mental health and wellbeing “Walk your dog”: Interacting with animals reduce loneliness and increase feelings of social support 3. Concept Store and Café Nowadays, human beings are more aware of the environment and the impact they have on it. More and more people question their consumption pattern and trying to act sustainably. Café: Use of products from local farmers or self-cultivation Products / Assortment: reusable, sustainable and recyclable What do you think about it? Would it a place you would like to go? Why and why not?

Noticed one of my toilet cisterns was weeping, so despite the weather being windy but otherwise great for a walk, I thought id just spend ten mins putting a new diaphragm seal in it.I took the unit apart to find it was nothing like the seals I kept in my toolbox. I went to the local plumber's merchant, who was very helpful and said if i knew the make he could order me one and it 'might' be with me in a fortnight. In other words I had to scramble about on the floor and fit a new inlet unit. I hate plumbing but I had no choice, I wanted my water back on. Needless to say it was far from straightforward and despite being ultra careful I felt the other end of the pipe move ever so slightly. I had no choice now but to take the boxed in section it was in apart to check the joint. All was sound so now I'm having a quick cuppa before my much-reduced walk. Ten minutes turned out to be four hours

Not to me it doesn't. I've just scored myself a new job! I'm 58. Just wanted to give a head's up to those who might need some encouragement finding a new job or a job. I've just quit my current job and am returning to the NHS to work. It's the first job I applied for too. I needed a change as I was working 4 on 4 off, and although the 4 days off were lovely, working 12hr shifts (6am-6pm)were taking their toll. It was time for a change. I had worked for the NHS for a few years previously and loved it. I only left because we moved to a completely different area of the UK. So I applied, was invited for an interview and was then told I was successful.I start this week so cannot wait.I'll be learning lots of new skills,and the hours are much better for me too. I have 9 working years left until retirement and am very happy I get to spend those days working in my dream job. So for all of you out there that are convinced you're too old, or other people tell you you are, ignore it. Go got what makes you happy, and move forward with conviction and strength. Good luck everyone.

I see from other posts that many 60+ people are working beyond retirement. I didn't grow up in the UK though I am English. I spent most of my life in South Africa and Zimbabwe and then once I graduated and had taught in both those countries, did overseas contracts in a variety of foreign places. I wasnt very provident and did not do practical things such as buy back pension when I was younger even though I had several years in the UK, I therefore don't qualify for a pension but I am healthy and active and have found live in care work rewarding over the last 4 years. My only problem is affording a decent base in the times I have free. I have been looking at house sharing but often it is very expensive and the house sharers are much younger. Is there a site where one can find others who are 60+ or live alone and would like to share with another person. It is diffiult to volunteer to share and look after as I need to earn a living so I am not home much but just a place to base myself would be nice. I am not that worried about location as long as it is in a congenial environment with private space.

Any volunteers on here.........I do voluntary work for a local hospital in New Zealand. I work in the Emergency Department on behalf of St John (Ambulance), done it for about almost five years now, find it very rewarding, wondered if there were any other volunteers out there who would like to share there experiences