I started my administrative career with the federal government and as stated before, I was there for 17 years before I retired. I must tell you I am not very fond of retirement! I feel like I have a lot of vibrant years left so I'm trying to get back into the workforce but in the private industry. I realize that there are skills I need to learn in order to succeed in the Private industry such as Excel. But I'm willing to learn them because I do not believe that my best years are behind me.

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If you want to do some upskilling, there are plenty of ways to go about it. You can learn a lot about Excel for free by using resources on the internet. And there are various online learning platforms where you can learn whatever you think you'll need. Sounds like you're going to be having an interesting time!

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Big believer we are all forever students and learners! Good points that there are a lot of resources out there for you to learn and grow. Have you considered working for yourself or doing something like that? I often think about my retirement, but still having something to do and maybe venturing into self employment.

Yes I have but I don't know where or how to start.

I have always thought this would be me when I retire, I just don't think I could do it. I know I would get bored sitting at home. If you have any interest in doing some freelance work you might try looking on Upwork to see if there is anything on there you might be interested in.

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