Maximizing Your IncomeBest Remote Jobs for Seniors in 2024
13 legit side hustle ideas for senior citizens
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The job market is tough enough without all those scams out there targeting senior citizens, trying to swindle them out of their hard-earned savings. Not to mention all the fancy tech requirements in many industries these days. That's why we've put together this blog post with the most common remote positions that let you work from home, on your own schedule, with minimal training.
At the end of the day, there's one work-from-home opportunity that takes the cake! You can get started with just a computer, your earning potential is completely uncapped, you get unlimited vacation days, and there's no boss involved. Any guesses?
Spoiler Alert: it's self-publishing! If you're curious to see how it works, you can attend our free webinar by clicking here. It's strictly informational and doesn't require any commitment on your part. You'll get a breakdown of the minimal tech that has helped thousands of everyday people take their retirement into their own hands.
Seniors can make money from home in two ways: continuing to work for someone else or becoming their own boss.
Many seniors are looking for LESS work, and who can blame them? Retiring from a decades-long career of building up your expertise and knowledge can be exhausting and confusing. You know you want to move on, but how are you going to balance your dream retirement vision with the reality of rising grocery costs?
There are plenty of work-from-home and part-time jobs available these days that pay a decent chunk of change and don't require sacrificing family time or health. Scroll down for a complete list of side hustle jobs for seniors and where to apply for them!
Online work isn't for everyone, but these are some of the benefits that come from not being tied to any particular geographic location:
Alrighty, here's the list we promised! 13 legitimate work-from-home job opportunities for seniors (and we'll start with the best first).
Out of all the work-from-home jobs, self-publishing on Kindle is the most lucrative and flexible. There's no such thing as a median annual wage or average salary because you would get paid in royalties instead. And once you publish a book, you can earn royalties on it forever.
Koorosh is a retired professor whose first book made $1,100 in a single month and then went on to double in sales for months after. How's that for extra money each month without working 100 hours?
Robyn is a proud grandma who felt a lot of self-doubt at the beginning of her self-publishing journey. After pushing through and overcoming these mental hurdles, she never looked back:
If you're curious to see whether self-publishing is a good fit with your lifestyle and income expectations, you can decide for yourself after checking out our free Amazon webinar.
Full disclosure: We will talk about our course, which has already generated millions of dollars in royalties for our students around the world, but we'll also give you everything you need to pursue this path on your own if that's what you want to do!
If you have expertise in a particular subject or field, you can offer your services and provide support as a consultant. Remote consulting roles cover all industries and sectors from business strategy to technology or even human resources and health care. You'd assist clients in evaluating their needs, identifying solutions, and implementing strategies for growth. This median hourly pay can be anywhere from $50/hr to $100/hr+, and YOU get to set your wage.
Seniors with a background in human resources or management can help others navigate their careers by becoming career coaches. In this remote position, you'd offer guidance to clients on various aspects of their careers and help them set and achieve their professional goals. Instead of a median hourly pay, you'll likely charge a retainer fee or lump sum.
If you have a knack for writing and a keen eye for detail, consider offering resume writing services as a sole proprietor or contractor. As a resume writer, you'd collaborate with potential clients to create polished, professional resumes that showcase their skills and experiences, increasing their chances of landing the perfect job. You can charge by the hour or per completed resume.
Virtual assistants provide administrative support to businesses, entrepreneurs, or individuals. Specific tasks can include email management, scheduling appointments, and organizing files. Most of these positions will be paid a low hourly rate.
Remote writing and editing roles allow seniors with strong communication skills to create content for various industries. Many companies now hire freelance writers and editors to produce articles, blog posts, and marketing materials. You get to set your own rates and can work hourly or project based for both writing and editing jobs.
Graphic designers create visual content for businesses, such as business logos, promotional materials, and website designs. Just like freelance writing and editing, you'll maintain control over the prices you set for your services. You can also offer packages at a premium rate.
Seniors with a legal background can work remotely as legal assistants. In this role, you'd provide administrative support to attorneys, such as drafting contracts, conducting legal research, and organizing case files. You'll likely be paid hourly for this work.
For animal lovers, pet sitting can be a rewarding remote job. Platforms like Rover allow you to offer pet-sitting services from your home or the pet owner’s place, creating a flexible working experience. Some pet sitters prefer an hourly rate, while others charge per stay.
Educators can continue teaching or tutoring remotely using digital platforms. For example, teaching English online is a popular remote job for seniors, as it only requires a stable internet connection and a headset. This work is often paid by the hour.
Seniors with experience in accounting or bookkeeping can provide their services remotely. Many businesses and individuals seek professionals who can manage their finances, prepare tax documents, and maintain financial records. Because this path requires specialized experience, you can often charge a higher hourly or project-based rate.
If you're bilingual or multilingual, you can consider working as a translator. Many companies require translation services to cater to a global audience. You can work as a freelance translator or join a translation agency. Some of the popular languages in demand include Spanish, French, German, Chinese, and Japanese.
You can specialize in a specific area, like legal, medical, or technical translation. The pay for translation services varies depending on your level of experience and the complexity of the project. You can earn anywhere from $20 to $50 per hour.
As a customer service representative, you'll spend your days helping customers, verifying their information over the phone or through chat, and answering their questions. There is usually no degree requirement for these types of jobs, but you'll likely need a great deal of patience and conflict-resolution skills. The median hourly pay could range from minimum wage up to $20/hr.
There are tons of online job platforms to choose from these days. Most of them let you upload your resume or craft a new profile and then "Easy Apply" to job postings with just one click.
Here are some of the most common job boards on the market right now:
When using these platforms, be sure to:
Pro Tip: Google has a free safe browsing tool to scan for malicious websites.
If you're a little rusty with tech, this section might help!
Communication Tools: Most remote teams use messaging apps like Slack or Microsoft Teams. These tools enable real-time collaboration, task delegation, and communication among team members.
Video Conferencing: Remote work involves virtual meetings often conducted through video conference platforms like Zoom or Google Meet.
Project Management Software: Remote teams typically use project management tools like Asana or Trello to manage timelines, tasks, and milestones.
Pro Tip: Websites like Senior Planet from AARP offer free guides and courses to make tech more manageable.
Here are some tips to help you balance work-from-home jobs with your health:
Long story short, you don't have to worry about getting hired as an older worker when you work for yourself.
When you publish your books through Amazon, you're hosting them on the Amazon store, but Amazon isn't your boss. You are. You maintain the right to remove your work at any point for any reason, and you never need permission to publish something new. You also have the advantage of decades of life experience and a strong work ethic to back up your books.
Ready to decrease your working hours while bringing in an extra income? Publishing can do that. It's the only part-time job on the list that lets senior citizens maintain 100% control over their autonomy and work from home (or anywhere else in the world).
Wanna go sailing in Spain for three months and work from your boat? Bon voyage!
Wanna take a month off from work and take the RV down to Yosemite? Buckle up and drive safe!
Wanna change your work schedule based on how you feel? Done!
You get all the full-time benefits (and more) while working part-time, and your knowledge can go on to make a real difference in your readers' lives. Why not give it a try?
Pop on over to our free webinar to take the first step!
