I was recently reading an article on BusinessWeek.com, and found it very interesting that there are of tons of "older" people who are entrepreneurs.According to economists and small business observers, the number of individuals starting their own companies during what is usually considered the "retirement years" has been rising.
According to the nonprofit AARP Public Policy Institute, in 2008, 21% of the self-employed were between 55 and 64, while 10% were 65 and older.
A 2005 study by the Center on Aging & Work/Workplace Flexibility at Boston College found that workers 50 and older are more likely than younger folks to own their own businesses.
This should be very motivational for those who are of age. Whether you're approaching 40, 50, 60, or 70 - it's never too late to pull up a chair to the table of business. It's wide open to anyone who has a passion for their ideas.
A thousand mile journey starts with the first step.
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