Forwards From Fifty

Watch this space. Forwards from Fifty is getting ready to relaunch.

Interesting job opp?!!

Modeling Agency Is Redefining Beauty Standards by Only Signing Models 45 Years or Older “They are an inspiring example to show that it is possible to look beautiful and be your age.”

"Charities are missing out on the talents, experience and perspectives of more diverse volunteers – and so are the people they work with."

Have a read!

Charities risk running out of volunteers Volunteering needs to be flexible enough to fit around changes to people’s lives, like ill health, bereavement or the need to care for loved ones.

Interesting strategy! Would you legally change your age if you could?

Dutchman, 69, sues to lower his age Emile Ratelband wants to officially change his birth date by 20 years to boost his Tinder prospects.

More older people are now taking MBA's. More to contribute than a 26 year old with limited work experience? We think so!

Rebooting careers at any age with an MBA Longer working lives mean business schools attract people seeking a second act

Pinched from another page but hey.....🧡

One day we won't have to hide our age like this! Sigh....

In the meantime here's some tips to get that job!

How to Age-Proof Your Resume and LinkedIn Profile 12 tips for job hunters over 50 from a pair of career pros

Monday inspiration! Grab that cuppa!

Living Happily In Retirement Through Minimalism: Sell Your Stuff And Travel The World Choosing minimalism in retirement isn't about deprivation or reducing your standard of living. It is about increasing your choices, expanding your freedoms and living with more flexibility and living happily with more options.

7 lessons about finding the work you were meant to do You don’t “find your calling,” you fight for it — and other lessons from people who found their passion (sometimes late in life).

Some here for job-hunters! Enjoy!

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Some advice for those looking to "give back" after a career in the commercial world: how to move into the charity sector.

How to move from a commercial role to the third sector Get tips on how to take the leap from the commercial to the third sector and understand the key differences of working culture, expectations and skills required.