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Kerry Hannon

Kerry Hannon - AARP Expert

Kerry Hannon, AARP's jobs expert, is a career transition expert and an award-winning author of What's Next? Follow Your Passion and Find Your Dream Job. Her latest book is Great Jobs for Everyone 50+: Finding Work That Keeps You Happy and Healthy…and Pays the Bills. Hannon has spent more than 25 years covering all aspects of personal finance for the nation's leading media companies, including Forbes, Money, U.S. News & World Report and USA Today. She is a nationally recognized authority on career transitions and retirement. Read more of Kerry's work on Forbes Second Verse blog.

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Add zip to your current position — or find a new one. read

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There are plenty of ways you can lose satisfaction in your job. Here's how to get it back. read

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6 Ways to Jump-start Your Job Search

If you’re thinking about changing jobs next year, now is the time to start planning. read

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Part-time or contract work can be a good idea for people over 50 years old

Why Part-time or Contract Work May Be for You

Retired or not, give your income — and ego — a boost. read

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5 Great Short-Term Jobs

These temporary assignments can bulk up your résumé and wallet. read

AARP Kerry Hannon: 5 Things to Know Before Entering the Food Business

Building a Business From Scratch

How 3 foodies turned their passions into careers. read

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Discover the Fountain of Youth: Work in a College Town

Jump into student life with these full- and part-time opportunities. read

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Be Your Own Boss!

5 great small businesses for people over 50. read

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Great Jobs for Animal Lovers

Passionate about pets and looking for a extra cash? You may be in luck. read

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How to Find a Green Job

Considering a new line of work? Recycling, energy efficiency and eco-friendly careers are on the rise. read

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Whether you're looking for income or just a way to follow your passion, these paths can get you started. read

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Nonprofit Jobs for Retirees

Jobs in the nonprofit sector offer many career opportunities for workers over 50. read

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Why I Love to Work

What do these retirees have in common? They love working after retirement. read

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Great Home-Based Jobs

Retired and looking to work from home? These 5 jobs offer flexible work options. read

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Great Health Care Jobs for Retirees

Have medical experience or willing to learn? These 5 fields are in demand. read

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Great Night Jobs for Retirees

Casinos and bakeries offer shifts in the evenings and overnight for those who burn the midnight oil. read

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Are you a retired teacher? Finds jobs that will help you earn money, learn and grow. read

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5 Great Part-Time Jobs for Retirees

Whether you need the money or just like the camaraderie, these positions fit the bill. read

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5 More Great Part-time Jobs for Retirees

Looking for a part-time job? Blog from the open road or work a convention in your town. read

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Great Work-at-Home Jobs for Retirees

Want to work from home? Earn extra money without ever leaving your house. read

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Great Jobs for the Winter Season

Find a fun and flexible job during the winter months. read

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5 Great Jobs for Snowbirds

Heading south for the winter? Unique employment opportunities await. read

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5 Great Seasonal Jobs for Retirees

Working after retirement in the spring, summer, fall or winter can pay bills and keep you busy. read

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Author Interview: What's Next?

Finance writer Kerry Hannon explores how baby boomers are reinventing retirement. Watch

Great Jobs for Everyone 50+: Finding Work That Keeps You Happy and Healthy ... And Pays the Bills

Get the latest how-to guide to finding profitable, fulfilling work after 50. read

Kerry Hannon: Help for Re-inventors and Re-careerers

Author Kerry Hannon shares some of the advise and expertise outlined in her book: What’s Next? Follow Your Passion and Find Your Dream Job. Listen

What's Next?

Transition expert Kerry Hannon has all the must-know tips for starting your second career. Watch

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