Retired. Hmmmmm. What now? I’m looking for meaningful work and could really use some advice.
I would absolutely LOVE to help people one-on-one to become more computer savvy. Specifically (but not exclusively) I am thinking of older folks who might have just gotten a computer, but are struggling to use it, or even those who might be on the fence whether to even get a computer.
I am thinking of things like this: uploading pictures from digital cameras, organizing and working with pictures, setting up email, how to attach files via email, organize an email address book, set up a facebook page safely, set up Skype, create document files and shortcuts to frequently used files…and on and on. You get the picture.
Most importantly, I want to do this individually in the person’s home with their own computer, and not in a workshop setting. I think too many folks go to introductory classes, and then get home and can’t seem to apply what they learned to their own computer.
Here are my questions:
- What do you think about the plan? Do you think it is something folks would be interested in?
- How would you go about advertising? My husband is freaking out about the idea of me going into strangers’ homes. How would you deal with that?
- On a related subject – do you think too many people would hesitate inviting a stranger into their home?
- Do you think there might be retirement communities who would allow me to offer my services? Other ways to advertise directly?
- What do you think I should charge? I am not really interested in making a lot of money – but can’t afford to do this entirely on a volunteer basis. I was thinking perhaps $25 for the first hour, $45 for two hours, and $50 for three hours. Too much? Too little?
- Given the fact that I would rather not charge for travel – do you think a 50 mile travel radius would be good?
I appreciate any and all thoughts you can offer.