Start life again at the age of 50, go a new way, reorient yourself - why not?
After all, life does not stand still and there are still many challenges waiting for you.
"If only I had earlier...", "Now I can't do it anymore..." - do these thoughts sound familiar to you?
People over the age of 50 in particular are stuck in the rut of life and do not dare to start a new phase of life.
You still have more than ten years of professional life ahead of you.
In addition, people are getting older and many of them are significantly more active than they were a generation or two before them.
So what should stand in the way of a fit and cheerful person over 50 to go a new way?
Exactly, just himself.
Because now that the generation with the highest birth rate (baby boomers) is approaching retirement age, the issue of a shortage of skilled workers is more relevant than ever.
So if you want to pass on your knowledge to younger people, you have the best chances in new jobs and companies.
Professional reorientation at 50 plus: It works
The children are grown and already out of the house or will be soon - and then?
For many adults, this is exactly the moment when something seems to be missing in their lives and they ask themselves: "What now?" A change is desired, perhaps personal or professional development.
You want to face new challenges again, learn new things.
And why not.
After all, there are still several years to go before official retirement.
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First of all, you should be aware of what you actually want to do?
Maybe you can turn a passion into a job?
That's how Klaudi, real name Klaudia Gräfin von Rank, did it, for example.
For years she ran a family business and also wrote books for children and young people.
And some time ago she set out to conquer the internet as an influencer.
She shares styling tips on her
TikTok
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profiles and is also a model at
S Models Academy
.
It doesn't matter on which of her profiles: Klaudi shows that as a woman over 50 you don't have to hide or do without fashion or having fun in life.
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Professional reorientation at 50 plus: How it can work
You have made the decision and would like to try a new start?
Then the following three tips will definitely help you:
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Whether you become self-employed, apply for a job in a company or dare to make a new start – the most important thing is your own goals and the motivation to achieve them.
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Joie de vivre and motivation are the key:
If you want to start over again, you shouldn't let yourself be dragged down by thoughts like "I'm too old for that" or "I'm sure I'll never make it".
Now it's about leaving the familiar comfort zone.
And you will see that it works wonderfully - and even better with a smile.
Be aware of what you have already achieved:
Of course, you probably have nothing left of the proverbial green behind your ears.
But that's the point.
You have already accomplished so much in your life, gained so much experience.
Look back and write down the most important moments.
Pay attention to the essentials:
You can assess exactly what is too much for you and what is good for you.
So listen to these voices, reorientation is not a race.
Get rid of the time wasters and concentrate on your path and your goal - this guarantees high work efficiency.
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What options are there for reorientation?
There are numerous opportunities for new paths from the age of 50.
However, further training, lateral entry or self-employment should be mentioned here in particular.
An overview:
Upskilling or reskilling: Many educational institutions and online courses are specifically designed for people over 50.
Self-employment: People over 50 often use their experience to become self-employed.
You can set your own schedule and use your own contacts and relationships.
Lateral entry: Also attractive for many people is the change to an area where they just don't have any experience.
In this way you learn new things and can also open further career doors.
Voluntary work: You also learn a lot of new things in voluntary work, do good things and gain experience at the same time.
Stays abroad: It can be particularly exciting when you say goodbye to Germany for a while.
Many employees have a few international jobs on offer or you simply become a “rental grandma” from emigrants or similar.
Very important: There is no right way to restart.
But not wrong either.
Only you know how to use your own skills and which needs you want to take into account.
The only important thing is the decision to reorient and the first step.
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