For many of the Baby Boomer demographic,
retirement has become a time of change and opportunity as opposed to golf clubs
and RV’s.
Small business continues to be on the rise,
with many of the stakeholders evolving from soon to be, semi, or already
retired Baby Boomers. They are looking
to continue a balance of generating additional income, keeping their minds
active, challenging themselves, and enjoying life.
Entrepreneurship is taking the place of the
stability of the company pay cheque and benefits. The Baby Boomers are taking their years of
experience from traditional corporate backgrounds and transferring these skills
into consulting and services based opportunities.
There may not be a six figure salary to
lean on, however the financial rewards coincide with flexible work hours and
the variety and diversification of project focussed work.
Outsourcing continues to be a trend among
the SME and Enterprise will increase by
80% over the next 3-5 years. This
business phenomenon has complimented the timing of Baby Boomers who are
interested in their quest to be intellectually challenged, continue to earn an
income, and share their knowledge and skills with companies in need of their
expertise.
We should all take note that the ‘Boomers
aren’t ready to go away quietly”, and embrace the new entrepreneur that is
evolving from the corporate sector.
Article By
Allan Welyk,
President & Managing Partner
Fusion Recruitment Group Ltd
@fusiontweets
