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You Don’t Need to Go Viral—Just Be Visible
If the words “social media” make you feel overwhelmed or unsure where to begin, you’re not alone. Many entrepreneurs over 55 hesitate to get online, not because they lack value, but because they think they must be flashy, trendy, or glued to their phone al...
You Don’t Need to Be a Tech Whiz to Be a Retiree Entrepreneur
If you can send an email, text a friend, or search Google, you’ve already got the foundation to run a small business online. The rest? It’s easier than you think.
Too many aspiring retiree entrepreneurs get stuck before they start becau...
Yes, You Can Build a Business Website Without Being a Tech Pro
Starting a business website in retirement might sound intimidating, but it can be simple, affordable, and fun with the right platform.
Your website doesn’t need to be fancy or complicated. It must look credible, be easy to navigate, an...
You’ve Built a Legacy—Now It’s Time to Pass It On
You’ve led teams and solved complex problems. Built a career filled with wisdom, relationships, and lessons learned. Retirement doesn’t mean leaving it all behind—it means passing it forward.
Mentorship after retirement is one of the most meaningfu...
Not All Retirement Work Is the Same
You’ve wrapped up your first career, but that doesn’t mean you’re done working. Maybe you want extra income or miss the sense of purpose. Perhaps you’re just not ready to sit still. That’s where your second act begins.
But here’s the truth: not all post-retireme...
Why Nonprofits Value Experienced Professionals Over 55
If you're 55 or older and wondering what's next, you're not alone and out of options. You may be precisely what the nonprofit world needs right now.
Nonprofits run lean. They need dependable professionals who lead, mentor, organize, and solve ...
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✍️ About the Author
Curt Roese is a CPA, entrepreneur, real estate broker, and a graduate student in entrepreneurship at the University of Florida. With over 40 years of experience in finance, small business, and real estate, Curt understands the challenges and opportunities that come with embarking on a new chapter after retirement.
He founded Retirepreneur to help others navigate this transition, offering straightforward tools, honest advice, and practical strategies for launching second-act businesses.
His mission is to empower retirees to live a vibrant, fulfilling, financially secure future!