Tag Archives: work

1. Second Act: MSG Sponsors Public Access TV Show

   After watching hosts Brian Knoblock and Lesley MacVane interview artists, musicians, social activists and other people stretching the boundaries of the second half of their lives, we decided here at Maine Senior Guide that the stories told … Continue

2. Shades of Gray, Part 1:Maine’s Aging Workforce Presents Challenges for Employers

   This article is reprinted with permission from MaineBiz. Derek Rice, author. First of four parts. It should come as no surprise to anyone that the current economic climate has created a number of unexpected challenges for employers, employees … Continue

3. Shades of Gray, Part 2: Training Opportunities

   This article is reprinted with permission from MaineBiz. Derek Rice, author. Second of four parts. Training opportunities A number of programs run by both the state and private organizations have emerged to help older workers acclimate to today’s … Continue

4. Shades of Gray, Part 3: The Changing Workforce

   This article is reprinted with permission from MaineBiz. Derek Rice, author. Third of four parts. The changing work force In a state that has for so long relied on its manufacturing industry, layoffs have unfortunately become common. … Continue

5. Shades of Gray, Part 4: The Gig Economy

   This article is reprinted with permission from MaineBiz. Derek Rice, author. Fourth of four parts. The Gig Economy Despite, or perhaps because of, these types of challenges employers are facing, the work force seems to be evolving in … Continue

6. Maine Seniors: Avoiding Scams

   Are you worried that someone you love is going to fall victim to some sort of fraud or scam? Well, Maine Office of Securities, AARP/Maine and the Maine Attorney General’s office are working together to start a … Continue

7. Seniors as Entrepreneurs

   Business Week has a couple of great articles on senior entrepreneurs that I want to share. (See links at the bottom of this post.) The articles are inspirational, and a little scary. While there’s no guarantee that … Continue