Are you a tech exec getting to the age where you are thinking about retiring but don’t know what to do afterwards? Retiring after 20-30-40, or even nearly 50 years of experience, can make it tough to leave IT behind.
To stay in business without committing the hours needed for a top tech executive, explore various options.
- Gig Work: Companies seeking rapid advancement benefit from senior leaders’ valuable experience without committing to a permanent executive. Use LinkedIn as a way to connect with company leaders looking for experience. You might also want to look at networks like Upwork, where you can network with people looking for senior leaders for temporary assignments.
- Technical Advisory: Again, use LinkedIn to connect with people looking for hourly consulting needs. You can typically work with individuals over Zoom to provide them with your expertise based on their specific needs.
- Blogging: Share your expertise on the go with a blog site. Earn extra revenue through site advertising. The more popular the site becomes the more you will generate. This is a great way to stay occupied and not have a major work commitment.
However, you stay connected with IT you also need to remember to stay up to date with technology.
So, invest in yourself by getting premium services like LinkedIn Learning where you can take courses whenever you feel you need to update your skills in a specific area. This helps you stay competitive in the job market and demonstrates your dedication to ongoing learning.
Another important aspect of staying connected with IT is networking. Attend tech conferences, join online forums or communities, and connect with professionals in your field. Expanding your knowledge and staying updated on industry trends can lead to collaboration and career growth.
In conclusion, to stay connected to the IT industry after retiring as a tech exec, consider gig work, advisory roles, or blogging. If you want to keep writing and sharing your knowledge, creating content for tech2exec.com could be perfect for you. Please connect with me and we can collaborate on some articles.
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