Virtual Ventures

If you're over the age of 50, you might be thinking that blogging is a young person's game. Of course, the typical stereotype of blogging involves some sort of millennial sipping coffee at Starbucks, typing out a blog post and checking all sorts of gadgets. Well don’t give into this propaganda, look past the stereotype and you'll discover that older people enjoy blogging too!  Blogs are like having your own online journal where you can write about your thoughts, experiences, and interests. It's a way to share your ideas with others and connect with people who have similar interests. Just like writing in a diary, blogging allows you to express yourself and engage with others in a creative way!  Blogs provide a virtual environment  for retirees to share their thoughts and experiences, sparking conversations and building a sense of community among like-minded people.   Here’s a few examples of Niche blog topics: A cooking blog can connect retirees who have a passio...

  8 Things to Consider When Starting a Business Later in Life Are you planning for retirement but have doubts of pursuing your dream of starting a business? Don't let age, tech skills or lack of business experience hold you back!  I've got some valuable advice to help you kickstart your entrepreneurial journey with confidence and enthusiasm.  Starting a business later in life brings a wealth of knowledge, resilience, and a whole lot of passion. With age comes experience, and that can be a valuable asset in entrepreneurship. You have developed skills, built a network, and gained insights that can give you a competitive edge! Also, starting a business later in life gives you the creative control to pursue your passion without pushback from an employer.   Explore Your Interests: Starting a business may seem daunting, but it becomes much easier when you pursue activities that you already enjoy! Take a moment and identify what excites you, what makes you tick, and how yo...

  As we discussed on my previous blog post, businesses go through seasonal ups and downs. If your small business has slowed down and it's not making enough money, this article is for you! Relationship Marketing: Develop and put into practice ways to increase sales. This could include, following up with existing customers, revising business practices or offering additional services. Let's take a closer look into these ideas. Follow up with existing customers to increase sales and encourage repeat business. Doing so may look like sending post cards or personalized emails during special occasions that share company insights and offer exclusive discounts to show your appreciation. More importantly, customer follow-up may also involve conducting regular check-ins to ensure customer satisfaction and address any concerns or issues they may have. This can be done through phone calls or even in-person meetings, depending on the nature of your business and the preferences of your custom...

By: Kayla McDonald Today, I wanted to share a personal journey that has profoundly impacted my life. It all started about 10 years ago when I borrowed a DVD movie called 'The Secret’ . A few of my coworkers were already giving it good reviews, but I had no clue that it would unlock the power of positive thinking and change the course of my life forever. For those unfamiliar with 'The Secret', it is a revolutionary film based on the best-selling book by Rhonda Byrne. The movie explores the Law of Attraction, a powerful concept that suggests our thoughts and beliefs have the ability to shape our reality. Intrigued by this idea, I decided to dive deeper into the principles shared in the film. Now more than ever, I realized that 'The Secret' taught me three major lessons that have become instrumental in my personal and professional growth: The Power of Intention: 'The Secret' taught me that setting clear intentions helps manifest what we truly desire in life...