Jobs before retirement

Consultant

The next alternative for pre-retirees is to leave their full-time, permanent employment and consult on a part-time, self-employed basis in their area of competence, whether it is management, IT, PR, sales, or something else. That way, individuals may work when and where they choose, avoiding a lot of stress.

Freelancing

Retirees with bankable talents rather than advising knowledge may wish to consider becoming freelancing. Freelancers, like consultants, are free to work when and for whom they choose, and may market their services to companies and people via websites such as Upwork and Fiverr.

Manager of a bookstore or a salesperson

Bookstore jobs, particularly in local shops rather than large chains, are ideal for retail workers with a passion for reading who want to transition from a fast-paced atmosphere to something less frantic in the run-up to retirement.

Assisting in the library

Working at a calm library shelving books and answering questions from members of the public is another low-stress employment for bookworm retirees. This might be a blessing for someone who is used to a stressful, loud office.

Personal safety trainer

Army or law enforcement personnel who wish to pursue something less strenuous but yet gratifying after their retirement might consider becoming a personal safety teacher. Teaching self-defense techniques to the general population is satisfying and does not entail the dangers of active duty or working on the beat.

Personalized instruction

Private tutoring positions may provide competent teachers and other talented workers with a stress-free retirement option. Preparing pupils for examinations one-on-one or in small groups is much less taxing than attempting to teach a class of 30+ misbehaving children.

TEFL instructor

Staying with education, retirees might pursue a career as a TEFL instructor by enrolling in a course to teach English as a foreign language. Qualified TEFL instructors may teach small groups and travel the globe utilizing their expertise, which is ideal for retirees with wanderlust.

Tourist information

Preretirees may utilize all of their expertise of their local region or a nearby tourist attraction to work as a guide. These positions are often part-time and seasonal, making them ideal for pre-retirees who do not wish to work all year.

Preparer of income taxes

Accountants who want to get out of the rat race without completely giving up their jobs might try their hand at income tax preparation for self-employed people and small firms. Except for the few days before tax deadlines, this home-based job is seldom hectic or stressful.

Bookkeeper

Many small companies need accounting services on a regular basis. Retired accountants or individuals with accounting expertise may give their services on an as-needed basis, working part-time or seasonally if desired.