Just a few more winks and we’re officially living under the year 2010! Isn’t it amazing how far we’ve come and how much we’ve accomplished in just a year? It seems like it was only yesterday when we put together our new year’s resolutions for 2009, planted the seeds, see it grow and harvested its fruits for the very first time. Of course, I was talking about money-making ventures which our fellow seniors might have started this year. I bet those who have jumped on the bandwagon are now having the time of their lives and have adjusted well to their new lifestyle—that, being proud business owners!
When putting up your own business, it is most recommended that you stick with the ones you are largely interested with. This may be something that you have been doing for ages or perhaps something that you’re interested to learn. This is done because ventures involve 100% dedication in making it work and of course, survive, considering today’s market climate. Putting up your own business is pure hardwork and it can be frustrating at times. Attention too, can waver, if you’re not really into it. Besides, if you have to work for money, then might as well do it while having fun!
In line with popular New Year’s resolutions for seniors, we are putting up together great business ideas that are perfect for our age group:
· Staying fit and active: Fitness centers that specifically cater to seniors and older adults; health stores, particularly natural and organic products; online resource pages for seniors’ health such as blogs and websites; personal training services; organic farm; sports equipment store.
· Active participation in the community especially within your age group: Adult day care centers; support and training for caregivers; planning and consultation services for senior housing; retirement and nursing facilities; recruitment agency for senior citizen; pet grooming shop/pet day care.
· Socialize more: Dating services; online niche dating services; matchmaking services; gift shops, both online and offline; call centers; outsourcing company or firm; events organizing services.
· Save and earn: Marketing consultancy; business planning firm; support and training facilities for business owners; home-based business; accounts assistance; business franchise; distribution center; repair/alter center such as auto, shoe or bag; collection services.
· Learn new things: Tutorial services; training facilities; seminars; web design services; DIY business such as organic soap making and beaded bags; bake shop; writing and proofreading services.
