Meet financial advisor Eric La Manna as he breaks down what investing really means, especially for those over 50 pivoting to remote work or business ownership. He shares smart metaphors, clears up the mystery around cryptocurrency & explains how to approach retirement planning when you're self-employed.

You’ll learn:

• Why picking investments is like choosing how you get to work
• What cryptocurrency actually is—and why younger investors are drawn to it
• The difference between short-term fear and long-term market trends
• Retirement planning tips for freelancers and small business owners
• The one thing more important than your investment choices: having a plan

Some Key Takeaways:

1. Start Where You Are, Even If You're Late to the Game
It's never too late to start planning for retirement. 

2. Know Your Risk Tolerance and Time Horizon
Understanding how much risk you're comfortable with and how much time you have until retirement is critical

3. Diversify, Don’t Gamble
Cryptocurrency and individual stocks can play a role, but Eric stresses the importance of diversification and caution. 

4. Plan with Purpose
Retirement isn’t just about money — it’s about the lifestyle you want. 

You don’t need to be a financial expert to get started but you do need clarity on where you’re headed. If you want a companion on that road Eric’s someone who brings wisdom without the jargon.

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 Investing in Uncertain Times for Folks 50+

Want to connect with Eric La Manna?

Visit: http://www.edwardjones.com/eric-lamanna

Call: (832) 592-0041

Eric La Manna is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in The Woodlands, TX. He began his career in financial services in 2006 in California, and in 2019 opened his personal practice with Edward Jones. Eric holds the Accredited Asset Management Specialist designation. He focuses on helping individuals, families, and business owners simplify and organize their financial lives, along with financial goal planning.

Host Camille Attell is a remote work strategist, career coach, and the host of The Remote Work Retirement Show. After leaving a 20-year corporate career, she transitioned to a flexible, location-independent lifestyle and has since helped thousands of professionals do the same. Through her Remote Work School program, Camille empowers mid-career professionals and retirees to find meaningful remote work opportunities, build financial security, and design a work-life on their own terms.

Take her FREE remote work training: 

www.camilleattell.com/remote-training

Learn how to leverage your digital products or service:

www.camilleattell.com/remoteworkschool

Click below to connect with Camille online:

Instagram: @camille.attell

Linkedin: Camille Attell, MA

Read more about the RV and Remote Work Lifestyle at https://www.morethanawheelin.com/

We interview Brittany Ratsmith, hiring expert & business owner, to uncover what hiring managers are really looking for in remote job candidates. She will share practical advice from both the job seeker & employer perspectives whether you're looking to land a remote role or grow a remote team.

What you'll learn:

1. Why it's critical to show ownership and autonomy when applying for remote roles
2. The importance of over-communicating your interest, availability, & expectations as a remote worker
3. Red flags hiring managers watch for in remote interviews & how to avoid them
4. How to stand out in your application & follow-up process
5. What hiring managers wish job seekers would do more often
6. Tips for business owners hiring remotely, especially first-time employers

Bonus Insight:
Brittany shares a story about a candidate who impressed her w/confidence, clarity, & thoughtful follow-up, revealing what really makes someone memorable.

Key Takeaways:

1. Remote hiring is about more than skills—communication, self-management, & culture fit are equally important.
2. Candidates who demonstrate qualities like organization & follow-through stand out more than those who just talk about them.
3. Self-awareness and the ability to reflect on your own work style are green flags for hiring managers.
4. Business owners should develop a thoughtful hiring process instead of rushing to fill a role.
5. Remote teams thrive when members balance independence w/consistent communication.
6. Whether you’re applying or hiring, clarity is key, vagueness is a red flag on both sides.

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What Remote Hiring Managers Actually Look for in Candidates

Brittany Rastsmith is a Remote Systems & Operations Consultant and the founder of Bloom Remote. She helps early-stage founders build remote teams that do the day-to-day work better than they could themselves, freeing them up to focus on the work only they can do. From scalable hiring and onboarding to communication and performance systems, she helps remote startups grow without chaos. Brittany is also a founding member of the Future of Work Alliance, a collective reimagining work to be more sustainable, effective, and human. Learn more at bloomremote.com or connect with her on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/brittanyrastsmith.

Host Camille Attell is a remote work strategist, career coach, and the host of The Remote Work Retirement Show. After leaving a 20-year corporate career, she transitioned to a flexible, location-independent lifestyle and has since helped thousands of professionals do the same. Through her Remote Work School program, Camille empowers mid-career professionals and retirees to find meaningful remote work opportunities, build financial security, and design a work-life on their own terms.

Take her FREE remote work training: 

www.camilleattell.com/remote-training

Learn how to leverage your digital products or service:

www.camilleattell.com/remoteworkschool

Click below to connect with Camille online:

Instagram: @camille.attell

Linkedin: Camille Attell, MA

Read more about the RV and Remote Work Lifestyle at https://www.morethanawheelin.com/

In this episode, Camille explores how self-sabotage can hinder mid-career professionals transitioning to remote work. Through the stories of Carol and Thomas, she illustrates how reframing personal challenges and adjusting mindsets can lead to successful career shifts into the remote work landscape.​ The following highlights are from conversations in a coaching circle as part of Camille's online coaching program, Remote Work School.

Key Points:

• Carol's Transition to Freelance Bookkeeping: Carol, a former nurse, seeks flexibility and autonomy through remote work. Despite health challenges, she repositions her experiences as strengths, offering empathetic and resilient bookkeeping services.​
• Thomas's Career Shift Strategy: Thomas, with a sales background, feels overwhelmed by the idea of a complete career pivot. By identifying transferable skills and focusing on incremental changes, he navigates a smoother transition into remote roles.​

Key Takeaways:

1. Recognize patterns of self-sabotage to initiate change.
2. Reframe personal challenges as unique professional strengths.
3. Use empowering language to describe career transitions.
4. Implement small, manageable steps towards career change.
5. Leverage existing skills to facilitate remote work transitions.

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 Stop Sabotaging Your Transition to Remote Work

Host Camille Attell is a remote work strategist, career coach, and the host of The Remote Work Retirement Show. After leaving a 20-year corporate career, she transitioned to a flexible, location-independent lifestyle and has since helped thousands of professionals do the same. Through her Remote Work School program, Camille empowers mid-career professionals and retirees to find meaningful remote work opportunities, build financial security, and design a work-life on their own terms.

Take her FREE remote work training: 

www.camilleattell.com/remote-training

Learn how to leverage your digital products or service:

www.camilleattell.com/remoteworkschool

Click below to connect with Camille online:

Instagram: @camille.attell

Linkedin: Camille Attell, MA

Read more about the RV and Remote Work Lifestyle at https://www.morethanawheelin.com/

Our topic needs more focus in remote work: Mental Muscles. No fluffy mindset tips: real tools to help face fear, overwhelm & frustration. New or seasoned these muscles are key to success.

Frustration:  Inevitable but Not an Enemy:
Keep it real: frustration is part of anything new including remote work. Learn to move through it faster by strengthening your inner skills.

Acceptance: A Power Tool:
Acceptance is not giving up it's seeing things as they are not how you wish they were. A shift lowers stress chemicals like cortisol & adrenaline easing mental strain & overwhelm.

You Can Rewire Your Brain:
Simple practices: breaks, meditation, journaling, short walks can reset your brain chemistry. Not indulgences but strategies.

Avoid the “Expert Trap”:
Thinking you should already know something blocks learning. Even seasoned remote workers need a beginner mindset. It takes practice to grow.

Be Resourceful, Not Dependent:
Camille reflects on how she used to always ask for help but that didn’t build her skills. Remote work demands self-reliance. Be your own tech support, researcher & motivator.

Stop Expecting Instant Help:
Unlike in an office help isn’t always nearby. Even in support systems like Remote Work School independence matters. Answers don’t grow your skills problem-solving does.

Ask Yourself One Powerful Question:
Stuck? Ask: “What is my next step to become more ________?”
Fill in the blank—more patient, focused, less stressed. Let your inner wisdom guide you.

5 Key Takeaways

Patience & Grace Are Foundational
New challenges will come. Meeting them with patience & grace eases stress & keeps you moving.

Acceptance Lowers Frustration
When you stop resisting reality you create space to think clearly & act calmly.

Beginner Mindset Opens Doors
Forget needing to know everything. Curiosity helps you learn faster & adapt more easily.

Resourcefulness Is Non-Negotiable
No coworker nearby? No problem. Learn to search, experiment & use your community wisely.

Ask Better Questions, Get Better Results
Don’t stay stuck ask: “What’s my next step to become more calm, clear, focused, etc.?” Then trust the answer.

This episode reminds us that remote work success isn’t just tactical it’s internal. Camille offers strong insights & tools to help you build the mental strength needed to thrive.

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Mental Muscles You Need to Build to Be a Remote Worker

Host Camille Attell is a remote work strategist, career coach, and the host of The Remote Work Retirement Show. After leaving a 20-year corporate career, she transitioned to a flexible, location-independent lifestyle and has since helped thousands of professionals do the same. Through her Remote Work School program, Camille empowers mid-career professionals and retirees to find meaningful remote work opportunities, build financial security, and design a work-life on their own terms.

Take her FREE remote work training: 

www.camilleattell.com/remote-training

Learn how to leverage your digital products or service:

www.camilleattell.com/remoteworkschool

Click below to connect with Camille online:

Instagram: @camille.attell

Linkedin: Camille Attell, MA

Read more about the RV and Remote Work Lifestyle at https://www.morethanawheelin.com/

Camille highlights the Freelance After 50 Summit scheduled for April 15–17 & touches on how recent shifts in government policies, particularly tariffs & global trade, are contributing to financial concerns, especially for older adults nearing or retired. The summit, offering free & paid options w/replays available, provides timely guidance on exploring flexible work opportunities and diversifying income streams.

She urges listeners not to wait for economic clarity but take proactive steps. Freelancing is offered as a viable way to create new income stream, starting with small with side gigs. The aim is to help people over 50 take action, offering practical tools & inspiration to start or grow a freelance business, even for those uncertain about their career path.

Day 1 focuses on a meaningful next chapter. Camille recommends Richard Eisenberg’s talk on “Unretirement and Freelancing,” which helps people find purpose after traditional retirement. Kathy Goughenour’s session will help folks discover their ideal freelance niche. Camille speaks about the "In-Demand Remote Work Skills & Niches for 2025". The day ends with a live fireside chat.

Day 2 dives into actionable steps for launching a freelance career. Tracy D’Aviero will feature how to start from scratch, while Tanya Sutherland discusses finding clients in 2025. Leslie Pyle will talk about finding contract work w/her platform, HireMyMom.com. The day ends with an expert roundtable with live Q&A.

Day 3 focuses on designing a freelance life that fits your lifestyle. Brian Clark will discuss becoming a digital nomad after 50, something Camille is personally familiar with. Franklin Taggart will simplify freelance tech tools, and Colleen Koeck will help attendees overcome imposter syndrome. 

Camille concludes that with the summit’s tools and support, launching a freelance career can be fast and empowering, even within a week.

5 Key Takeaways:

1. Freelancing offers a solution to financial instability for those over 50.
2. The summit provides actionable steps to start or grow a freelance business.
3. Day 1 focuses on inspiration and finding your freelance niche.
4. Day 2 helps attendees take action with expert advice and live Q&A.
5. Day 3 teaches how to build a career that fits your lifestyle.

  Click here to register for the Freelance After 50 Summit 

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Must-See Sessions at the Freelance After 50 Summit

Host Camille Attell is a remote work strategist, career coach, and the host of The Remote Work Retirement Show. After leaving a 20-year corporate career, she transitioned to a flexible, location-independent lifestyle and has since helped thousands of professionals do the same. Through her Remote Work School program, Camille empowers mid-career professionals and retirees to find meaningful remote work opportunities, build financial security, and design a work-life on their own terms.

Take her FREE remote work training: 

www.camilleattell.com/remote-training

Learn how to leverage your digital products or service:

www.camilleattell.com/remoteworkschool

Click below to connect with Camille online:

Instagram: @camille.attell

Linkedin: Camille Attell, MA

Read more about the RV and Remote Work Lifestyle at https://www.morethanawheelin.com/

Today’s episode explores recent developments in tariffs, stock market reactions, and employment implications, especially for retirees and older workers navigating remote work. Though not a policy expert, Camille interprets complex issues for an audience often overlooked—those approaching or in retirement, many of whom rely on market outcomes and job stability.

Tariffs aim to correct trade imbalances and revive U.S. manufacturing, but the reality is more complicated. While benefits like job creation and reduced import reliance are possible, products like the Ford F-150 show the global nature of modern manufacturing. Rebuilding domestic supply chains is a long-term challenge that tariffs alone can’t solve.

Higher tariffs may increase consumer prices and harm small businesses, as costs are passed on to consumers. Camille shares an example of a small shoe company struggling due to rising import costs.

Market volatility tied to tariffs adds uncertainty, especially for retirees concerned about shrinking portfolios. While tariffs are marketed as job creators, they could backfire by increasing automation instead.

Camille emphasizes awareness and encourages focusing on what’s controllable, like upskilling or exploring freelance opportunities, such as those featured in the Freelance After 50 Summit. She hopes for productive trade negotiations but cautions against oversimplified solutions. Broad tariffs could result in self-inflicted damage, so staying alert and prepared is crucial.

5 Key Takeaways:

1. Tariffs may raise prices and hurt small businesses more than they help the broader economy.
2. Stock market volatility following trade announcements affects retirees and those nearing retirement the most.
3. Rebuilding U.S. manufacturing is a complex, long-term goal that tariffs alone can't accomplish.
4. Automation is likely to replace jobs, even if production returns to the U.S.
5. Staying informed and adaptable—through skills-building and remote work—is crucial in uncertain economic times.

 Click here to register for the Freelance After 50 Summit 

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Tariffs, Stocks, and Jobs: My Take on How You May be Affected

Host Camille Attell is a remote work strategist, career coach, and the host of The Remote Work Retirement Show. After leaving a 20-year corporate career, she transitioned to a flexible, location-independent lifestyle and has since helped thousands of professionals do the same. Through her Remote Work School program, Camille empowers mid-career professionals and retirees to find meaningful remote work opportunities, build financial security, and design a work-life on their own terms.

Take her FREE remote work training: 

www.camilleattell.com/remote-training

Learn how to leverage your digital products or service:

www.camilleattell.com/remoteworkschool

Click below to connect with Camille online:

Instagram: @camille.attell

Linkedin: Camille Attell, MA

Read more about the RV and Remote Work Lifestyle at https://www.morethanawheelin.com/

In this episode, Camille and Craig talk about what you will learn in the upcoming “Freelance After 50 Summit” which will include taking you through all the steps of launching a successful and profitable freelance career after 50.

You will have the opportunity to learn from the world's best freelancers over the age of 50 and see first-hand how they built their successful freelance businesses! During the summit you will be helped to discover your strengths and shown how to prepare for a smooth transition into freelancing. You will learn what it takes to establish and grow a freelance business and how to make it sustainable and fulfilling.

Join us April 15-17, 2025! All times are EST.

 Click here to register for the Freelance After 50 Summit 

This FREE 3-day event will bring together 15+ freelancing experts and successful freelancers to help you get started, land your first client and thrive as a remote freelancer in your 50s and beyond.

Throughout the summit, there will be interactive fireside chats with successful freelancers, and you will hear the unvarnished truth of a successful freelancer's journey and how they did it. These sessions have been some of our most powerful and popular sessions in the past.

Key Takeaways:

• What it means to freelance after 50
• Focus on recurring revenue
• Working remotely vs being a business owner
• What you will learn at the "Freelance After 50 Summit"
• Why you are more skilled than you think, especially after 50 to a freelancer

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Freelance After 50 (with Craig Cannings)

Host Camille Attell is a remote work strategist, career coach, and the host of The Remote Work Retirement Show. After leaving a 20-year corporate career, she transitioned to a flexible, location-independent lifestyle and has since helped thousands of professionals do the same. Through her Remote Work School program, Camille empowers mid-career professionals and retirees to find meaningful remote work opportunities, build financial security, and design a work-life on their own terms.

Take her FREE remote work training: 

www.camilleattell.com/remote-training

Learn how to leverage your digital products or service:

www.camilleattell.com/remoteworkschool

Click below to connect with Camille online:

Instagram: @camille.attell

Linkedin: Camille Attell, MA

Read more about the RV and Remote Work Lifestyle at https://www.morethanawheelin.com/

This episode focuses on increasing remote work opportunities despite headlines suggesting a decline. Some companies are recalling employees to the office, while others have maintained or expanded remote work options, including hybrid models.

Camille emphasizes that despite job market shifts, you can take proactive steps to create or find remote work opportunities instead of waiting for the market to dictate your options.

She builds on the topics of her two previous episodes: the February jobs report and potential recession.

She highlights that, as with any economic shift some opportunities will close while others open. The key is to position yourself strategically to take advantage of these changes rather than just waiting to see what happens.

The five main strategies Camille discusses include leveraging existing experience, embracing technology, using specialized job boards, networking strategically, and considering contract, part-time, or freelance work. These approaches will help you stay competitive in the evolving remote work landscape.

First, leveraging past experience allows you to highlight transferable skills relevant to remote work.

Second, by embracing technology, including AI tools, you can streamline job searches and increase efficiency in work processes. Third, specialized job boards help you target remote job opportunities and freelance roles.

Fourth, networking is key when seeking remote jobs. Camille encourages relationship-building to help you access hidden job markets and potential client work.

Finally she suggests considering alternative work arrangements—contract, part-time, or freelance positions—which can provide flexibility and open doors to long-term remote opportunities.

In summary the episode encourages you to be proactive in adapting to workforce changes rather than feeling discouraged by negative headlines. By implementing these strategies, you can increase your chances of securing remote work in 2025.

Key Takeaways:

• Leverage Existing Experience – Highlight transferable skills relevant to remote work
• Embrace Technology – Use AI tools and learn new digital skills to stay competitive
• Utilize Specialized Job Boards – Target platforms that cater to remote jobs and freelancing
• Network Strategically – Build meaningful professional connections to access hidden opportunities
• Consider Alternative Work Arrangements – Explore contract, part-time, or freelance work for flexibility

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Five Ways to Increase Remote Work Opportunities This Year

Host Camille Attell is a remote work strategist, career coach, and the host of The Remote Work Retirement Show. After leaving a 20-year corporate career, she transitioned to a flexible, location-independent lifestyle and has since helped thousands of professionals do the same. Through her Remote Work School program, Camille empowers mid-career professionals and retirees to find meaningful remote work opportunities, build financial security, and design a work-life on their own terms.

Take her FREE remote work training: 

www.camilleattell.com/remote-training

Learn how to leverage your digital products or service:

www.camilleattell.com/remoteworkschool

Click below to connect with Camille online:

Instagram: @camille.attell

Linkedin: Camille Attell, MA

Read more about the RV and Remote Work Lifestyle at https://www.morethanawheelin.com/

This episode questions whether you can fully "recession-proof" yourself. While total protection is unrealistic, steps can help safeguard income and career stability. A recession is usually defined as two consecutive quarters of economic decline, but with mixed indicators, awareness is more important than panic.

Camille suggests proactive financial planning, like building an emergency fund, cutting expenses, and seeking financial advice. Instead of reacting to fear-driven headlines, she encourages small, practical steps to strengthen finances.

This may be a good time to invest in the stock market as prices fluctuate. While she recommends professional guidance, stocks or mutual funds may be more affordable now, making investments more accessible.

Beyond investing, Camille suggests diversifying income. Rather than relying solely on a job, explore freelance work, a side business, or contract work. Balancing employment with independent work creates flexibility, helping you pivot as needed.

One of the best ways to recession-proof is skill-building. Enhancing skills, particularly in AI or digital tools, boosts employability and future-proofs careers. Diversifying experience by exploring adjacent roles creates new opportunities. A strong professional network, especially on LinkedIn, can open doors to jobs and clients. Strong job performance is key, as positive reviews and recommendations are valuable.

Lastly, developing a personal brand builds credibility and visibility, positioning you for long-term success.

Key Takeaways:

• Consider Market Opportunities – Stocks and mutual funds may be available at lower prices, but it is recommended to consider seeking professional financial advice.
• Diversify Income Sources – Freelance work or side businesses can help to provide stability alongside current employment.
• Enhance Skills & Adapt – Learning new, in-demand skills such as AI and digital tools, can help increase job security and earning potential.
• Expand Professional Networks – Connecting with professionals within your industry can help lead to new opportunities.
• Maintain Strong Performance & Branding – Consistently delivering quality work and building a personal brand can help in providing career security.

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Tips to Protect Your Career and Income During a Recession

Host Camille Attell is a remote work strategist, career coach, and the host of The Remote Work Retirement Show. After leaving a 20-year corporate career, she transitioned to a flexible, location-independent lifestyle and has since helped thousands of professionals do the same. Through her Remote Work School program, Camille empowers mid-career professionals and retirees to find meaningful remote work opportunities, build financial security, and design a work-life on their own terms.

Take her FREE remote work training: 

www.camilleattell.com/remote-training

Learn how to leverage your digital products or service:

www.camilleattell.com/remoteworkschool

Click below to connect with Camille online:

Instagram: @camille.attell

Linkedin: Camille Attell, MA

Read more about the RV and Remote Work Lifestyle at https://www.morethanawheelin.com/

Drawing on a metaphor between almost walking into a wasp swarm, and the unpredictable economic climate, Camille encourages her listeners not to panic but be aware of market shifts. She emphasizes the importance of being open to and adapting to change by finding alternative paths. Even though the February jobs report shows some increase in unemployment and slight decrease in job growth, these shifts are not cause for alarm and should be used as opportunities to prepare.

The episode explores the evolving landscape of remote and hybrid work. While hybrid models are gaining strength, fully remote work is becoming a little more challenging to find. However, with the demand for skilled remote workers persisting, companies are continuing to hire workers who are adaptable to remote setups. Camille advises being strategic in job searching and the use of specialized job boards. Expanding their networking efforts will help to stay competitive in this increasingly complex market.

Finally, Camille offers actionable steps to help prepare for potential changes, such as filling experience gaps, embracing new technologies like AI, and exploring contract, freelance, or part-time work. Staying proactive, even when feeling secure in current roles, and taking small, strategic actions now can help provide a clear path through the uncertainty ahead.

Key Takeaways:

• Adopt a proactive mindset in uncertain times
• Leverage your remote work experience: 
• Prepare for economic shifts
• Fill experience gaps and grow professionally
• Use AI tools to enhance your job search

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What Can Job Seekers Learn from the Recent Job Market Report?

Host Camille Attell is a remote work strategist, career coach, and the host of The Remote Work Retirement Show. After leaving a 20-year corporate career, she transitioned to a flexible, location-independent lifestyle and has since helped thousands of professionals do the same. Through her Remote Work School program, Camille empowers mid-career professionals and retirees to find meaningful remote work opportunities, build financial security, and design a work-life on their own terms.

Take her FREE remote work training: 

www.camilleattell.com/remote-training

Learn how to leverage your digital products or service:

www.camilleattell.com/remoteworkschool

Click below to connect with Camille online:

Instagram: @camille.attell

Linkedin: Camille Attell, MA

Read more about the RV and Remote Work Lifestyle at https://www.morethanawheelin.com/