The Platinum Line

Category: Working from home

  • How to run a successful small business from home

    With the right approach, you have the opportunity to run a successful business from home. Being your own boss and following your passion comes with a lot of perks so it’s definitely worth a try. Whether you’re just starting out or have already launched your home-based business, let these changes help you find the long-term…

  • Two years of blogging

    Last month I celebrated the Platinumline’s second birthday. As many blogs fail in the first six months I am quietly pleased to still be blogging. I think it is time to reflect on what I have learnt and try to set out some goals for the future. When I retired I wanted to find ways…

  • How to start a small business from home after retirement

    One way to make more money and set yourself up for a pleasant retirement is to work for yourself. Having your own business is an excellent way to have more control over your life, schedule, and career.

  • Home working successfully after retirement

    I  retired just over a year ago but found I missed the stimulation and I will admit the money from working.   I wondered if there were any interesting home working opportunities that would offer a reasonable rate of pay to older people for a few hours work a week.  After a bit of googling,…

  • Earning money while helping with academic research

    Earning money while helping with academic research

    Since retirement one of the most interesting ways I have been supplementing my pension is by helping with academic research. When I was working I enjoyed mentoring students and I am pleased to still be involved with university studies. Prolific I joined    Prolific which is a website that links academics from around the world…

  • How to earn money as a mystery shopper

    How to earn money as a mystery shopper

    I first started mystery shopping last summer. I retired in April at the age of 65 and decided that I would try to replace some of my lost income by working from home. Thanks to web sites like the money shed I have been dipping my toe in to the world of secret shopping. My…