How Networked Entrepreneurship Can Power Your Purpose After 60


Hello Reader,

Every Tuesday, Wisepreneurs delivers practical ideas to help women 60+ thrive in independent work.

Drawn from 67+ podcast episodes (resuming May 2025!) and over 100 articles, you’ll find client-focused business tips, authentic branding ideas, and smart tech tools — all designed for your new chapter of purposeful, powerful work.

This week’s focus: Networked Entrepreneurship — growing your business through relationships.

Networked Entrepreneurship is about building a business through trust-based relationships and collaborative tools, leveraging your experience to create client-focused ventures.

By connecting with peers and clients in meaningful ways, you turn your wisdom into impactful, sustainable work that fits your life.

While the Wisepreneurs Podcast is here to guide you with practical strategies like these, my services help you build with clarity:

  • My Strategic Coaching service guides you with confidence,
  • Authentic Branding amplifies your voice, and
  • Website Solutions streamline your tech.

Actionable Tip

Connect with one new contact on LinkedIn and offer them a niche tip based on your expertise.

Wisepreneurs Resource Hub:

Listen to Episode #39: “Melisa Liberman—Mastering the Art of Value-Based Consulting

Read How to Leverage Your Expertise to Launch a Successful Business

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Work Smarter Tip:

Organize your next project with Trello — one of my favorite smart tools for solopreneurs.
Here's a really good introduction to Trello:

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Stay curious, stay healthy, and keep thriving

Nigel Rawlins
Wisepreneurs

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