Forwards From Fifty

10/04/2020

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

15/12/2018

Interesting job opp?!!

“They are an inspiring example to show that it is possible to look beautiful and be your age.”

11/12/2018

"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!

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.

09/11/2018

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

Emile Ratelband wants to officially change his birth date by 20 years to boost his Tinder prospects.

05/11/2018

Absolutely love this!
https://www.facebook.com/140344030787/posts/10161091180510788/

24/10/2018

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

Longer working lives mean business schools attract people seeking a second act

24/10/2018

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

23/10/2018

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

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

12 tips for job hunters over 50 from a pair of career pros

22/10/2018

Monday inspiration! Grab that cuppa!

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.

21/10/2018

You don’t “find your calling,” you fight for it — and other lessons from people who found their passion (sometimes late in life).

12/10/2018

Some here for job-hunters! Enjoy!

12/10/2018

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