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I'm rather recently retired and was starting to think a bit about some part-time work. Anyone doing anything or have some ideas regarding some low key part-time work--about 1-2 days/week. Thanks
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http://gigwalk.com/

The link above is for Gigwalk...businesses will look for people to do random jobs, there are no bosses or continued commitment requirements, you can take as many or as few "gigs" as you'd like.
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I work at my former employer, but only part-time. Is that a possibility?
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What is your field of expertise?

Depending on what you are good at - you could look in to part time, project based consulting. There is usually quite a bit of flexibility. However, when deadlines hit, sometimes the time commitment can rise a bit.
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Some activity is needed during retirement.
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NYBoglehead wrote:The link above is for Gigwalk...businesses will look for people to do random jobs, there are no bosses or continued commitment requirements, you can take as many or as few "gigs" as you'd like.
Does it require iPhone or Android?
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leonard wrote:What is your field of expertise?

Depending on what you are good at - you could look in to part time, project based consulting. There is usually quite a bit of flexibility. However, when deadlines hit, sometimes the time commitment can rise a bit.
May also be able to work a part-time position with the former employeer or someone else in the field. My mom took a 2-3 year leave from work and then returned as a part time contractor. Now she gets flown around the continent doing environmental site assessments when one's needed (as the PE on site). Been working out to maybe a week of travel a month and then writing up the reports (mostly from home). She's doing the part of the job she liked and bringing in a good amount in the process... and mostly setting her own hours. Her employer gets the benefit of not paying to keep a PE on salary all the time so everyone's happy.
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My buddies all love to play golf so they do Golf Ranger work 1-2 days a week all summer. They basically ride around on carts and make sure people are playing fast or teeing off on time etc.. They get free golf for the work.

Some of these same guys work at the local ski areas as Ski Instructers or Ski Guides or Safety people a few days a week. These are paying jobs. I did this as well for 6 years when I first retired. It is great fun and good exercise and at that time I got 1/2 price meals and stuff and a free ski pass.

I have another friend who is a Park Host at a national forest camp every summer for a month. He works 8 hours per week for free camping priveleges.

I have cousin who was a banker who does financial counseling for his church a few days a week. He does the church books and helps the families there with issues.

Another lady friend does book keeping and phone and banking stuff for a local attorney 1 day week. She also does this same thing for an electrical contractor another day a week. It helps them and she likes it.

My wifes older uncle used to work for Goodwill Industries a few days a week for 20 years after the retired the first time. He loved the work and helping poor people and it kept him busy and gave him a little money.

I have driven friend who runs a charity and is heavily involved in a national service club. He is a CPA and software developer and a great business guy. He started helping them a little when he worked. Then he started helping them more when he retired. Now he is sort of full time and gets paid.

So you see there are dozens of choices. What is your passion or desire?
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multivoiced wrote:
NYBoglehead wrote:The link above is for Gigwalk...businesses will look for people to do random jobs, there are no bosses or continued commitment requirements, you can take as many or as few "gigs" as you'd like.
Does it require iPhone or Android?
It looks that way. Full disclosure I have not used this myself, I read about it in a magazine and saw a TV segment on it. Most of the "gigs" were everyday things that anybody could do, regardless of their field/experience.
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I've been considering this myself. I don't think the same employer would work, as the goal would be retire and start drawing pension while working part-time. I don't think MyMegaCorp would allow that. Some have retired and come back as contractors.

As a software guy, I am also considering freelance work.


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Thanks all, some food for thought. Don't fee like going back to old field, 40+ years was plenty. I love tennis so maybe something with that. Actually this site's not bad. http://www.sologig.com/
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NYBoglehead wrote:http://gigwalk.com/

The link above is for Gigwalk...businesses will look for people to do random jobs, there are no bosses or continued commitment requirements, you can take as many or as few "gigs" as you'd like.

This seems cool but you need an iPhone which I don't have :|
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EternalOptimist wrote:This seems cool but you need an iPhone which I don't have
I have seen Android tablets at Walmart as low as $60. I wonder if those would work.
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Get a Security Officer job. It's low stress and will get you out of the house a couple of days a week.
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multivoiced wrote:
EternalOptimist wrote:This seems cool but you need an iPhone which I don't have
I have seen Android tablets at Walmart as low as $60. I wonder if those would work.
According to their web site it is iPhone/iOS only at this time. You can submit your email to be notified when the Android beta is available.
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Taz wrote:According to their web site it is iPhone/iOS only at this time.
Funny that my computer and camera can do much more than any mobile device. Somehow better technology isn't good enough for them?
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EternalOptimist wrote:I'm rather recently retired and was starting to think a bit about some part-time work. Anyone doing anything or have some ideas regarding some low key part-time work--about 1-2 days/week. Thanks
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Taz wrote:According to their web site it is iPhone/iOS only at this time.
I wonder if an iPad mini would do the trick. So much cheaper than an iPhone.
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One of my employees is a retired gentleman that moved to NC after retiring from his career job. He works for us at our gym(gymnastics school) three days a week or about 12 hours a week total. He had no background in this so he assisted other coaches and we trained him until he was ready have classes of his own. He works with beginners, has a blast and the kids and parents love him.
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Be a demo person at a grocery store, giving away free samples. Stress-free job for a couple days a week and you can socialize with your neighbors. Grocery stores are always looking for people like that.
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I agree with the posters who mention part-time work in your area of expertise would be potentially most lucrative (but likely more of a commitment and not low key).
In the old days I knew of a fair number of part time realtors (not so much anymore!).

Tutoring seems to me like a rewarding low key part-time job that could fit the bill.
Tennis tutor? I've seen lots of casual lessons being given (including by me) at public tennis courts over the years - all you need are a bucket of balls, patience/skills, and hopefully some students.
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Thanks all :!:
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I have friends that own/operate a casino entertainment business for private events. They are always looking for extra card dealers.

You usually have to wear a tux and bow tie. The gigs usually last about 2-3 hours and you get paid about $75 or so plus tips, I see you are in New York so it might be more there. I think it’s also good for socializing, you meet interesting people. There’s usually a gig every night. I’ve been to events held at private homes, churches, resorts, country clubs, etc. It’s all for fun and they are usually playing for prizes or charity. This is one gig I like to do for fun, just wanted to share my experience.
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I am retired (three years) and work 20-25 hours a week at a marina doing all sorts of things from renting pontoon boats to selling bait. The marina is only open six months out of the year so I have lots of time off in the winter months. As crazy as it sounds, everyone who works there is retired and considered seasonal employees - we all get unemployment benefits the months we aren't working. Quite the deal.
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I work two or three days a week as a substitute teacher .I, myself, was a career teacher, but many of the substitutes are retirees who worked in other fields and now sub part time. Most seem to enjoy the work as they have an opportunity to help out the schools, get out of the house and socialize, and make a [u]little extra money. [/u]. Thanks for reading.
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Very interesting ... These ideas may help me out :)
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EternalOptimist wrote:I'm rather recently retired and was starting to think a bit about some part-time work. Anyone doing anything or have some ideas regarding some low key part-time work--about 1-2 days/week. Thanks
Tax return preparer......Most of the big tax preparing firms like Hewitt, Liberty, H&R Block start offering classes in September, which you take part-time for about 3 months. After the classes, you have to pass a Registered Tax Return Preparer exam given by the IRS, but it is mostly open book and not too difficult to pass. Once you get a season or two under your belt, there are opportunities to work throughout the year part-time, rather than just during the tax season, especially if you get your Enrolled Agent designation (but not required). The pay isn't that great, especially at first, but once you get a client base going you could expect to make $1000-$3000 month during the tax season depending upon how much you work. Hours are extremely flexible because everyone has a "main job" they have to work around. Good luck.
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