A career in online marketing is perfect for seniors who may have developed disabilities along the way such as vision and hearing loss or limited mobility. Working from your computer at home lets you move and progress without hindrance from outside forces.

You can virtually set up an office space at home with a computer and Internet connection and be up and running in minutes. Internet marketing businesses grow with experience, so it may take awhile to grow your business to the level you desire, but it can be done.

Learn about social networking sites like Twitter and Facebook to get communications experience. You might even try your own blog and experiment with ways to drive traffic to your site.

Years of experience in a job may have given you unique skills that will be valuable knowledge for others. All you have to do is build a list of interested people and you’ll be on your way to developing an online business plan you can be proud of.

If you don’t understand computers or know the intricacies of the ‘net, there are plenty of online eBooks and courses you can draw from. There are also classes at local colleges that target teaching seniors what they need to know to begin business on the Internet.

Gain insight before you start your new online business by noting how websites are laid out and how sites such as Amazon attract and promote their merchandise. Email and social media strategies will be the backbone of your Internet business, so make sure you research and form opinions about what you like or don’t like.

Earning extra income – or much needed income – to supplement your retirement dollars is a necessity rather than a luxury for most senior citizens. They want to enjoy their retirement years without the need for pinching pennies or even going without food or medications every month.

Until the advent of the Internet, seniors (especially disabled ones) had a difficult time finding part time jobs that weren’t taxing and almost impossible to perform. Internet marketing can be done in the privacy of your own home or office and with a little effort, can make a huge difference in the retirement years.

One of the best things about starting a business online is the low startup costs. An Internet connection can usually be added for a small charge from your existing television provider.

The other costs are nominal – for domain names and hosting – or courses to teach you the ins and outs of Internet marketing. There are no hidden costs or contracts to worry about and you’re free to make your business as successful as you can.