There are many jobs best suited for seniors and some are
high paying. The jobs cover professional fields, experience and
technology. If you are a senior citizen looking
for part-time job then here are a few interesting ones.
A virtual assistant’s job is highly sedentary and
requires long hours answering phones. They also organize paperwork, schedule
meetings and attend to clients. The senior could decide to work part- time or
full time.
The job requires good interpersonal and communicative
skills. Anyone can work as an assistant from the comfort of their homes. However
you need average computer knowledge, appropriate software and basic office
equipment.
2. Pet
Sitter
A pet sitter’s job is easy fun and exciting. The animal
requires minimum attention and you get to rest your weary legs reading a
newspaper. If you have many clients this could turnout a profitable side
venture.
3. Customer
Representative
A customer representative’s job is moderately
challenging. Some companies pay reps based on performance on sales.
This is done based on a specified percentage per each
client. You need to have good communication skill, boundless energy and
perseverance. Customer service representatives deploy different tactics to
achieve desired results.
4. Dog
Walker
If you love dogs this job is perfect and moderately
demanding. You need to be physically fit to handle those feisty canines. The
gig pays only pocket money and is part-time.
5. Bookkeeper
A bookkeeper is a highly organized individual with a keen
eye. They also excel on bookkeeping software and accounting software. They work
part –time or full time depending on terms of employment.
6. Tutor
Qualified teachers have a host of jobs and business to
consider. They can organize extra lessons, coaching classes or mark examination
papers. Other jobs include online teaching or preparing online courses.
Related:
Teaching job opportunities
7. Consultant
The number one job done by retirees is consultancy. They
leverage on their professional experience and certificates. A consultant works
part –time and charges clients appropriately. The sector depends on
qualification, dedication and job experience.
8. Build
a Blog
Blogging could be fun and eventually rewarding. Build a
blog in line with your interests and personal experience. To build a blog you
need a domain name, host provider and good theme. Make money by introducing
advertisement, sell a product or use affiliate programs.
9. Become
an Editor
Editing is time consuming and requires someone with good
eyesight. The job is rewarding and editors earn good money. There are many
places to get jobs especially freelance websites.
10. Become
a Life Coach
You could become a life coach and impart knowledge and
wisdom to others. The job is lucrative and requires good interpersonal skills.
It requires zero startup and you could work for an organization or yourself.
11. Charity
Work
There are lots of organizations that need charity
workers. Some are sent abroad and given stipends for their effort. You giveback
to society and earn some wages in the process.
12. Write
eBooks
Ebooks are easy to make and require moderate investment
in your time. write a book about your experiences, interests or culinary
skills. There are thousands of topics from romance, business, self help and
technical books.
Related: How to Write eBooks
2 comments:
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