Retirement Unplugged

Retirement Unplugged

Side Hustles & Income Streams for the Over 50 Crowd

Real stories. Practical steps. A witty, no‑fluff guide to making money on your terms.

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  • Written by Jane Meese – 40 years in journalism
  • Honest, witty, and practical strategies
  • Includes a friendly intro to using AI/ChatGPT

Retirement Unplugged

Side Hustles & Income Streams for the Over 50 Crowd

by Jane Meese

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About the Book

Retirement Unplugged is a down‑to‑earth guide to creating income streams—without hype. You’ll find realistic side hustle ideas, step‑by‑step action plans, cautionary notes about scams, and modern tools (including a friendly walkthrough on using AI) so you can move from “I need money” to “I create wealth.”

Practical & Proven

Specific, workable ideas (thrifting flips, simple digital products, affiliate funnels) with effort/time/money breakdowns.

Safety First

Spot and avoid common scams, with clear checklists and a “meet in public” best‑practices section.

Wit & Heart

Real‑life stories and a voice that respects your experience—no fluff, no condescension, just straight talk.

What’s Inside

Picking a Profitable Niche

Understand the evergreen big three (health, wealth, relationships) and how to narrow so you actually make sales.

List‑Building That Works

Simple funnels with Systeme.io, honest lead magnets, and an email welcome series that people actually read.

Affiliate Marketing, Sans Hype

How to pick good offers, disclose properly (FTC), and avoid “soul‑selling” tactics.

Scam‑Smart

Romance scams, payment red flags, and safe meetup locations (hello, police‑station lobbies).

Friendly AI Section

Exactly how to use ChatGPT for brainstorming, drafting, and checklists—without getting overwhelmed.

About Jane Meese

Jane is a veteran journalist (40 years in newsrooms) who has covered everything from city hall to severe weather. She’s a self‑described “weather nerd,” a quick wit, and a champion of honest, practical advice. Jane lives with her Goldendoodle, Gracie—the unofficial Chief Cuddle Officer.

40+ Years Journalism Real‑Life Case Studies Witty, No‑Fluff Guidance

Praise & Early Reviews

“Practical, funny, and exactly what I needed to get moving.” — Early Reader
“Finally, a side‑hustle book that respects my time and my brain.” — Beta Reviewer
“Jane’s advice feels like talking to a trusted friend.” — Advance Copy Reader

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Speaking & Signings

Interested in a bookstore signing or a talk on practical side hustles? Jane offers short, engaging talks with audience Q&A and optional book signing afterward.

  • Local bookstores, libraries, community groups
  • Short talk (20–30 min) + Q&A
  • Simple logistics: you handle space; we’ll handle the rest

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Contact

Questions, media, or bulk orders? Email retirementunplugged@gmail.com or join the newsletter (subject line: NEWSLETTER).

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