If you're ready for a new start, make it a smart start
For many Americans born between 1946 and 1964, retirement has a very different meaning than it did a generation ago. According to a recent USA Today/Gallup poll, 63% of non-retired adults in the United States plan to work in retirement; two-thirds say enjoyment of work is the key reason.
And why not? With years of valuable work experience, maturity, and plenty of energy, today's older workers are increasingly finding financial and personal fulfillment in running their own small businesses.
Indeed, there are as many reasons for starting a small business as there are Americans reaching retirement age: corporate layoffs, the need to supplement income, a desire for a more flexible lifestyle, advanced technology that is leveling the playing field for small businesses, the chance to realize a personal ambition to be the boss and reap the rewards.
Sound like you? The US Small Business Administration (SBA) and its Resource Partners can help you navigate your personal journey to success.
FACT: According to the Kauffman Foundation, Americans aged 55 to 64 form small businesses at the highest rate of any age group -- 28% higher than the adult average. Get the Facts.
SCORE Representing "Counselors to Americas Small Business, "SCORE is a nonprofit association dedicated to providing entrepreneurs with free, confidential face-to-face and email business counseling.
Small Business Development Centers Small Business Development Centers (SBDCs) provide small businesses and aspiring entrepreneurs a wide array of technical assistance and support which helps strengthen business performance and sustainability and adds to the creation of new business entities.
Women's Business Centers Focused primarily on socially and economically disadvantaged women who are interested in economic self-sufficiency through owning their own business by providing counseling and training to help women start and grow successful small businesses.
Veterans Business Outreach Program The Veterans Business Outreach Program (VBOP) is designed to provide entrepreneurial development services such as business training, counseling and mentoring, and referrals for eligible veterans owning or considering starting a small business.
SBA District Offices
SBA District Office Find counseling, training and business development specialists providing free and low-cost services in your area.
