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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

8 years ago

How to Release Your Artistic Inner-Goddess After 60

We spend most of our lives in boxes, both figuratively and – for those of us in office jobs – literally! Now that we have a little more time on our hands, maybe it’s time to reevaluate our passions. For example, I know that many people in our community are interested in drawing, painting, writing and other creative hobbies. And, today, I want to talk about why your 60s and older may be the perfect time to release your artistic inner-goddess. 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

8 years ago

How to Negotiate with Your Creditors in the Years Before Retirement: 8 Steps to Freedom

My trembling left hand held a cup of green tea as my right dipped into a box of Kleenex. I had long ago stopped wearing eye makeup (too expensive!) but if I had been wearing mascara, it would have been all over my cheeks by now. Read More

8 years ago

Investing in Retirement in a Socially Responsible Way: Do Well While Doing Good

Many people have a specific cause that pulls the strings of their heart. But can you make money while investing in such a cause? Join us in conversation with financial expert Pam Krueger who has the answers those questions. Enjoy the show! Read More

8 years ago

This is the *Best* Way to Go Thrift Store Shopping

Thrift store shopping is usually associated with saving money, but, as I want to talk about today, it has so many other benefits. From protecting the environment to finding unique items, thrift store shopping is a favorite activity for many women in our community. So, today, I want to share a few tips for getting the most from your next shopping adventure. 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

8 years ago

“Older Entrepreneurs Don’t Need Help to Succeed” – Another Angry Conversation with My Friend

A few weeks ago, I told you about a conversation that I had with a good friend of mine about the ability of older entrepreneurs to succeed. In our first argument, she claimed that older adults simply don’t want to start businesses… and, even if they did, they wouldn’t have the creativity, drive and passion to kill it in the marketplace. Read More

8 years ago

The Dangers of Sitting: Is Your Comfy Chair Killing You Softly?

Unless you are one of the lucky few who has a walking desk, chances are you are sitting down right now. “So what?” you may be thinking. If you are like most people, you probably have no idea that the amount of time that you spend sitting could be killing you. Read More

8 years ago

7 Tips for Not Just Surviving but *Thriving* After 60

By the time we reach our 60s, we have a lot of momentum behind us. Some of this momentum is positive and some of it… not so much! But, regardless of how you came to be in this point, you still have an opportunity to build your dream life. You are not your past. So, today, I would like to provide 7 tips for not just surviving, but, really thriving after 60. I hope you find today’s video useful and inspiring! 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

8 years ago

Mascara Colors and Makeup Trends All Older Women Need to Know

There’s nothing new about color mascaras. They’ve been on the market for ages, but can we use them again after 60? Join us in discussion with makeup artist Ariane Poole to learn her take on the trends. Enjoy the show! Read More

8 years ago

Can Older Adults Overcome Their Programming and Embrace Entrepreneurship?

What did your parents tell you about the path to success in America? If you are like most of the 50 and 60-year-olds that I have spoken with, the answer is probably “Not much. I had to figure it out by myself” or “They told me to work hard, finish school, get a job with a good company and stick with it as long as possible.” Read More

8 years ago

Introducing Sixty and Me TV

I hope that your day is off to a great start! Today, I wanted to introduce you to a new feature on our website – Sixty and Me TV! Every day, I will be sharing a new video with all of you on topics ranging from fashion and makeup to reinvention and downsizing. I hope that you enjoy the show! But, more importantly, I hope that each video sparks a fascinating conversation! To watch Sixty and Me TV, just click on the text “Watch Sixty and Me TV” in the top right-hand corner of any page on our website. Or, look for the video player to the right of any article.

Here’s a screenshot of the two places that you can watch Sixty and Me TV:

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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