New year, new business? Whether you’re retired or thinking of leaving your current job, or in need of a new line of work, one thing in today’s economy is clear: You’re never too old to start a new business or try your hand at something new. As a seasoned person with years more experience than your millennial colleagues, you may have the right combination of personal and professional wisdom and advantages to help propel you to start-up success. In fact, a recent article in Entrepreneur suggests that older entrepreneurs may have better access to capital and a broader network to call on than younger people starting a business. So don’t let age stand in your way- in fact, take a look here at examples of older individuals who used their experiences and circumstances as a lever to business success. And for more info on how to be an entrepreneur no matter what your age, click here for past relevant articles from Entrepreneur.

And if you’re looking for a new direction in your professional world, but starting a business is just not your thing, you may want to try the “Jobs Board” on Retired Brains. Or head on over to Encore.org for great advice and resources in your search for a meaningful next step.