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Margaret Manning is the founder of Sixty and Me. She is an entrepreneur, author and speaker. Margaret is passionate about building dynamic and engaged communities that improve lives and change perceptions. Margaret can be contacted at margaret@sixtyandme.com

Latest Posts By Margaret Manning

6 years ago

Why Online Courses Are a Great Model for Older Entrepreneurs

I almost gave up on my business a couple of years ago. After years of 12-14 hour days, my two partners and I simply weren’t seeing a return on investment. Worse, we had just sunk tens of thousands of dollars into a social network for older adults. We were tired and we felt like quitting. Read More

6 years ago

Retirement Planning: Leaving a Legacy for Your Family (That Will Stand the Test of Time!)

Leaving a legacy is often connected with money and real estate – but not always. Join us in discussion with financial expert Pam Krueger whose advice is sure to shed some light on the topic. Enjoy the conversation! Read More

6 years ago

My Top 9 Packing and Moving Tips for Women on the Go

There’s no doubt about it; more than any generation before us, baby boomer women are on the go. We are upsizing, downsizing and rightsizing. We are moving to new cities in retirement, by choice or necessity. And, when we have money, we are traveling. So, today, I would like to offer 9 packing and moving tips for women on the go! Join us for a cup of tea (or coffee) and a chat. And, if you enjoy the show, please tell one friend about us today. Your support means so much to me! Read More

6 years ago

Makeup for Older Women: My Fabulous Manhattan Makeup Tutorial

Discovering new makeup brands is always fun. Join Margaret in a demonstration of her newly acquired Manhattan products and find out if they can work for you. Enjoy the show and check out the links to the mentioned products at the end of the article! Read More

6 years ago

Improving Your Balance Could Save Your Life… Here’s How to Do it!

Most of us don’t think of balance as a survival skill… but it is! Seriously. Consider the fact that, according to the World Health Organization, 646,000 people die every year from falls. And, who is most at risk? That’s right! People over 65. So, today, I would like to offer some advice for how to improve your balance. I hope that it helps you to stay free and healthy longer. Join us for a cup of tea (or coffee) and a chat. And, if you enjoy the show, please tell one friend about us today. Your support means so much to me! Read More

6 years ago

I Spent $100,000 on Upwork… Here’s My Advice for Freelancers

On the surface, freelancing sounds like an ideal option for older adults looking to make a little extra cash. It’s something that you can do from home, it allows you to leverage the skills that you earned over the course of your career and, for the most part, ageism is avoidable. Read More

6 years ago

Fashion Over 50: 4 Myths Most Mature Women Believe (#3 is Crazy!)

There are many fashion myths that seem to burden women when they hit 50. Be a hostage no more! Style blogger Susan Good is here to break four myths that might be making your life miserable. Enjoy the show! Read More

6 years ago

Nobody Cares About Your Passion Business… But, it Can Still Make You Rich

Most of us dream of starting a passion business at least once in our lives. Perhaps you love backing and have always wanted to open a bakery or coffee shop. Or, maybe you love collecting stamps and have considered buying and selling them on eBay.

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6 years ago

Fashion for Older Women: How to Accessorize Your Little Black Dress

The black dress – long or short – can be a little intimidating. Let’s break that thinking right now! Join us in discussion with fashion expert Melanie Payge who will demonstrate some fabulous looks with a simple black dress. Enjoy the show! Read More

6 years ago

The Silent Power of Reconnecting with Yourself After 60

I don’t know about you, but, I often get overwhelmed by the complexity of the world around me. Society is divided, people are distracted and our fears are amplified. When I feel like this – just like our fabulous blogger, Ginny McReynolds – I try to reconnect with myself. This process, which Ginny calls “coming back,” helps me to get things in perspective. I hope that you enjoy today’s video and Ginny’s article! Join us for a cup of tea (or coffee) and a chat. And, if you enjoy the show, please tell one friend about us today. Your support means so much to me! Read More