Employment Spot

Continuing Work After Retirement

“Retirement jobs” – no, this is not an oxymoron.  Many baby boomers and seniors are seeking out further employment after retirement.  In particular, many are looking for part-time jobs for seniors.  Some seniors need extra income or medical insurance, others are looking for personal satisfaction in doing something they enjoy, and some are simply bored and want something to do after retiring.  Times are changing, and many people are working well beyond the traditional age of retirement.  Employers are now recognizing the hard work ethic and experience these seniors can bring to their company. Read the rest of this entry »

Freelancing can be an enjoyable and profitable way to make a living these days, and not just for writers. Computer programmers, management consultants and other skilled workers can pick up the projects that interest them most. The Internet has opened up new ways for independent contractors and businesses to find one another and communicate.

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Job Satisfaction

When it comes to job satisfaction, freelance and contract workers are some of the happiest people in the workforce. So why is it so many people don’t even considerate it as a potential profession?

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