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Baby Boomers-Need a Bridge Job or Just a Job to Add to Pension?

Rosie — Tue, 18 Jan 2011 19:15:14 +0000

I just read an excellent post on bridge jobs for babyboomers. Now, th

is is inspirational because it shows it encourages baby boomers to look at jobs for the purpose of staying productive. Yet, I am stuck on the fact that so many baby boomers I know are just trying to add to their pensions.

A bridge job for many is an essential job for many baby boomers who lost their jobs or need to pay for benefits until they reach medicare eligibility.

So, look at this post and share with others who may be thinking about staying productive or just plain need a job.

Bridge jobs for babyboomers.

Are More Baby Boomers Deciding to Rustle up a Business Instead of Retiring?

Rosie — Tue, 21 Sep 2010 00:30:37 +0000

Just read this article about more baby boomers deciding to start a business instead of retiring. Many may be borrowing money from their IRA’s, home equity other sources.

Read this interesting post about baby boomers and their choice of retirement versus business start-up.

Would you refinance your home to start a business?

Baby Boomers Are You Ready To Skyrocket Your Virtual Success? Consider a Virtual Event

Rosie — Fri, 17 Sep 2010 01:03:52 +0000

What is a Virtual Event?

Virtual Events (VE) are some of the most effective tools for presenting valuable information via the telephone or Internet, creating new products, increasing your profitability, and reducing your marketing costs. Using Virtual Events such as teleseminars, webinars and webcasts are one of the fastest ways to introduce yourself to prospective clients while nurturing relationships with existing clients at the same time – all with one simple telephone call or online event! No matter what business you are in, VEs are one of the most profitable avenues to business and/or personal success.

3 Winning Virtual Events

Teleseminars are used to provide information, training, or to promote or sell products over the telephone. They are similar in concept to traditional seminars but eliminate the expense of travel. Participants can be in the comfort of their own home or anywhere there’s a telephone connection.

Webinars are used to conduct live meeting, trainings, or presentations via the Internet. Each participant is connected to the other participants on the Internet. The attendees access the meeting by clicking on a link distributed by e-mail to enter the conference and can view presentations through their computer.

Webcasts are presentations that are broadcast to many listeners/viewers simultaneously over the Internet using streaming media. The broadcasts can be live or pre-recorded and delivered on demand.

Benefits of Virtual Events

• Save money on travel expenses and traditional marketing methods. This makes VEs one of the most cost effective marketing tools available

• Create a global community that will help spread your message and grow your database list

• They are a cost effective platform to offer your products and services

• Leverage your time by reaching a wide audience instead of 1-1 meetings

• Create additional income by turning your VE recording into an additional product or use it as a promotional tool

Virtual Events allow you to present information to your target audience via telephone or over the Internet. A Virtual Event Producer can offer a fully hosted professional event by providing a turnkey marketing solution that really works. There are numerous companies offering classes on conducting teleseminars and webinars, but you’re still left with the actual planning and production of the event, which can be labor intensive.

Too Busy to Deal with the Details?

Save Time and Stress by Outsourcing Your Virtual Event

A Virtual Event Producer can handle everything, so all you have to do is show up for the scheduled call and share your passion and expertise with your audience. No stress.

What will you receive when you outsource your Virtual Event?

•   A Virtual Event Producer will schedule and set up your event as well as host your calls.
•   A complete turnkey solution that frees up your time to focus on other areas of your business
•   A pre-event consultation to ensure a smooth and professional interview on the day of your scheduled call
•   Technical expertise in producing your virtual event so you don’t have to worry about any of the details
•   A professional recording of your event to share with your clients (paid or free) or create additional products to market
Linda Walker is a Virtual Event Producer. Her mission is to build relationships with entrepreneurs and show them how to grow their businesses through electronic communications. LCW specializes in creating Virtual Events for her clients. Read more at www.lcwcomm.com.

Baby Boomer Restores Classic AR 4x Speakers to a Work of Art

Rosie — Mon, 13 Sep 2010 04:03:14 +0000

Baby boomers hobbyists and collectors are one of the most fascinating groups I know. My husband, artist Ray Horner Jr. is one of those baby boomers. This baby boomer loves Acoustic Research Speakers. Partner this love with his art and carpentry skills and you have a baby boomer that takes on the challenge of making the inner beauty of classic stereo speakers sing beautiful music.

Take a few minutes to view the evolution of a set of scrappy speakers to a restored piece of art. You did a great job Ray.

How Do Baby Boomers in the Sandwich Generation Cope?

Rosie — Mon, 23 Aug 2010 01:19:16 +0000

What is the so-called “Sandwich Generation?

The definition below ,from the author of the term, gives you a firm explanation.

“Sandwich Generationers®,” those sandwiched between aging parents and their own children

If you are a baby boomer in the in the “Sandwich Generation” How are you coping? Please share some of your coping strategies as a comment. Also, share this question on your own blogs. The answers can help someone else. Let’s try to make it go viral.

Allow Me to be Frank About ClickBank

Rosie — Sat, 17 Jul 2010 00:36:09 +0000

I want to be very frank about ClickBank. I like it.

What is ClickBank?

ClickBank is a major affiliate retailer of digital products. They make it possible for you to sell e-books as well as be an affiliate for other folks e-books.

Why Do I Like it?

Well, I like it more now then I liked it in the early days I first started online. It seems to be easier to use. I also like it because you can make great affiliate commissions. Just think about it. If you are selling an ebook there are no printing costs. That means you can pass on commission rates that exceed the commissions you would get from a retailer that sells products that must be sent in the mail.

If you are a publisher you can sell your book at Clickbank and offer other folks commission for promoting your products. Sounds simple? Well, for many it is but it does not come without some amount of work and learning. So, yes there are many products and gurus out there that can help you.

Do I Have One of Those “I Made Millions on ClickBank” Stories?

NO! But some of you reading this just might and I sure would love for you to share. Right now I am just returning to ClickBank to start my relationship all over again.

I have included a video I thought was simple and easy to understand. It let’s you know how to promote someone’s product in your blog post without locating a super techi to do it. This baby boomer understood it and will start using it. So Check it out and let me know what you think.

Health Care Reform and Baby Boomers

Rosie — Thu, 25 Mar 2010 22:11:55 +0000

Now I just read one of the best summaries about the Health Care Reform Bill as it relates to baby boomers.

Of course many reading this post are die hards against the bill and that is ok because as baby boomers we have much to share based on our own level of experience, education and edgy focus.

YES, I am for the health care reform bill. Now, I have said it and stand by it. For me it has nothing to do with my political views, race, religion or the fact that I am not an insurance lobbyist. For me it means hope and help for many people that need the reform.

Anyway, here is the post that shares the bill as it relates to baby boomers. Tell me what you think. Hey, isn’t that what blogging is all about?

Baby Boomer Hubbies That Keep Working Prevent Divorce?

Rosie — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 15:59:53 +0000

I just looked at this blog post on AOL News and it makes a very interesting correlation with still working baby boomer husbands and divorce status. But don’t stop there you just have to read the comments on the blog post. It is a hoot!

Read this conversation stimulating post now on the Wallop Pop Blog

Attention All Bloggers!

Rosie — Thu, 07 Jan 2010 03:22:36 +0000

Here is a great tutorial video by an infamous baby boomer techi and teacher, Cathy Perkins. View this video then do it! I DARE YOU! Then let me know if you write a book from your blog posts.

I Was Almost Conned By This Guy

Rosie — Fri, 04 Dec 2009 15:38:21 +0000

It was a restless night. Just too much on my mind. We left the TV on and I woke up to hear Kevin Trudeau talking on an info-commercial about how you can get FREE money from the government.

Well, I have heard that from Lesko but never got the book. And, I thought, in my foggy thinking, this guy is saying that the other guys book was not the way to go. He is saying that he gives less pages and just the right info.

I continued thinking, “I really could use FREE money”. My mind drifted to bills, goals that needed money, people that needed money, and I drifted back to sleep. Oh, I did not go to sleep until I wrote his number down on my bed stand.

Later that day, I looked and the number and was about to grab my credit card. Then I stopped. I said, “Rosie, you know better, check this guy and his offer out first.” So, I did a search on google with his name and the word “scam” in the search.

Wow, there was enough there to make me laugh at how I almost gave this guy FREE money. Some complained about paying large amounts for shipping. So, here is a post I just read so you can decide for yourself before listening to your impulses like I almost did.

Read this article about this famous info-commercial expert.

Now, if only we practice the technique but add truth to it that would be a good thing. What do you think? Is this article wrong? Did you buy the book and benefit from it? Are his critics just player haters? I do want to be fair because I never put money out to get the book.