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A black and white photo of two men wearing military garb looking up toward a building. Next Avenue, Vietnam Vets, WWII vets, memorial day, greatest generation

What a Vietnam Vet Learned from World War II Vets

For Memorial Day, an appreciation of sacrifice, legacy and lessons shared
May 23, 2022
Two characters from Miss Marple, smiling. Next Avenue, Elly Griffiths author

The New Retirement Role Models: Literary Characters

Authors Tana French, Elly Griffiths and Nicci Gerrard talk about how their older characters can age authentically
May 20, 2022
A group of coworkers with a wide range in ages working together. Next Avenue, generation gaps at work

Collaborative Intelligence Can Bridge Generation Gaps at Work

Authors of a new book show how boomers and Gen Xers can work better together
May 11, 2022
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A retired woman looking for a part-time job. Next Avenue, retirement, part-time job

Jumpstart Your Search for a Part-Time Job in Retirement

5 tips for seeking work that stimulates, satisfies or just pays the bills
April 29, 2022
A small business owner who is in his 50s standing confidently inside his shop. Next Avenue, getting a job in your 50s

How to Take Control of Your Career After 50

Advice from expert Kerry Hannon, who has just published a book on this
April 27, 2022
Tax documents on top of a laptop computer. Next Avenue, entrepreneur, small business taxes

Tax Tips for Entrepreneurs with New Small Businesses

As she celebrates one year in business, Patricia Wynn gets expert advice on how to tackle taxes
April 25, 2022
Three photos of intersex activists side-by-side. Next Avenue, intersex elder

The Groundbreaking Work of Intersex Activists in New Mexico

In an interview, Albuquerque activist Georgiann Davis speaks out on the importance of ongoing education about the intersex community, both locally and globally
April 21, 2022
Two side-by-side photos of midlife entrepreneurs. Next Avenue, second act business

A Hopeful Future for Midlife Entrepreneurship

Read the inspiring stories of these three entrepreneurs, then submit your own story of entrepreneurship to Next Avenue
April 18, 2022
An older adult and young person standing together and smiling. Next Avenue, intergenerational friendship

Building Skills and a New Friendship — At Ages 96 and 19

Intergenerational relationships can be reciprocal and valuable
April 15, 2022
Two older friends sitting at a cafe discussing business plans. Next Avenue, asking friends and family for money business

Is Asking Friends and Family Members for Money the Right Move for Your Business?

What you need to know before pursuing 'friends and family' funding
April 11, 2022
An older man sitting on a chair and knitting. Next Avenue, men knit

'We Will Create Together' is the Mantra for This Entrepreneur's Yarn Shop

Russell Brent's second act is focused on building a community of knitters while living out his own dream
April 6, 2022
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