In today’s episode, Camille dives into real survey results about how people are feeling — and struggling — with AI skills in their careers. Spoiler: most of us aren’t feeling very confident yet, but that’s exactly why now is the time to start leveling up. Camille shares practical examples, including how AI can speed up time-consuming tasks, why job seekers who know AI stand out, and how even those farther along should keep growing their skills. Key Highlights: Most respondents rated their AI ski...
Aug 13, 2025•49 min
In this special interview, Camille sits down with AI strategist and Bright Spark AI founder Heather Revens to demystify the hype around artificial intelligence—and explain why understanding AI is no longer optional, especially for remote workers and business owners over 50. From navigating life transitions to future-proofing your skills, Heather shares practical insights into how AI can streamline your work, increase your value, and become your secret weapon—no matter your tech level. They also ...
Jul 29, 2025•35 min
In this episode, Camille sits down with remote work coach Mark Kilby to explore how AI is transforming the workplace—and why understanding it is now essential. From admin roles to project management, every job is being reshaped. But rather than replacing people, AI can become a thought partner, helping you work faster, learn new skills, and stay competitive. They also tackle scams—both fake jobs and fake candidates—and explain why your authenticity and human skills matter more than ever in today...
Jul 15, 2025•40 min
If you're trying to pitch your services, land clients, or even get hired—but feel like you're hitting a wall—this episode is for you. In this raw, unscripted vent session you will hear about two real-life examples of what not to do: one from a podcast guest pitch gone wrong, and another from a frustrating COO (Chief Operating Officer) service call. You’ll learn: Why most pitches fail (and how yours can stand out) How to remove friction from your customer journey What today’s buyers expect before...
Jul 02, 2025•30 min
This episode helps beginners ease into the world of artificial intelligence by sharing a simple, five-step approach anyone can follow—no tech background required. Rather than getting caught up in the hype or fear, listeners are encouraged to treat AI with curiosity and explore it through tools they already use. From testing out chat-based tools like ChatGPT to leveraging built-in AI features in everyday software like Gmail, Microsoft Word, and Canva, small, consistent use can lead to big confide...
Jun 17, 2025•22 min
Think you're too old, too behind on tech, or too overwhelmed to start a business? In this episode, Camille tackles those fears with real talk and actionable advice. Whether you're 50, 60, or even 80, it’s not too late to start something new—especially if that “something” is a business that fits your lifestyle and future goals. Camille also shares a powerful free training called The Rise of the Digital CEO by her longtime mentor James Wedmore. This 3-part series walks you through how to stop spin...
Jun 04, 2025•36 min
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...
May 20, 2025•33 min
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: Why it's critical to show ownership and autonomy when applying for remote roles The importance of over-communicating your interest, availability, & expectations as a remote wo...
May 06, 2025•36 min
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,...
Apr 29, 2025•35 min
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 lowe...
Apr 23, 2025•34 min
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 ...
Apr 14, 2025•31 min
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 creat...
Apr 08, 2025•35 min
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 tra...
Apr 01, 2025•33 min
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 re...
Mar 25, 2025•37 min
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 encourage...
Mar 18, 2025•33 min
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 e...
Mar 12, 2025•21 min
Due to having a cold and somewhat scratchy voice, Camille is going to do something a little different with today's episode. She doesn't know if she's ever done this on the show but feels like this may make it a little easier to listen to her. And that is she is going to read an article that she came across on MarketWatch. Not everyone has access to MarketWatch, but Camille is a subscriber because she thinks they put out some really great content, some informative articles, and she wants to share...
Jan 28, 2025•18 min
Welcome back to the show and thank you for listening! Thank you for listening. You know, I haven't really thanked people for listening in a long time. It's probably because I haven't been recording a lot of podcasts. And I just assume that people aren't listening, but I want to thank you for showing up today. Today, I felt compelled to address a topic that might resonate with many of you—fears that job seekers over 50 often share with me. While I typically focus on offering solutions, this episo...
Jan 14, 2025•24 min•Ep. 105
Welcome back to the show—or welcome if this is your first time listening. It’s the first episode of 2025, and I'll be kicking things off with a very popular topic. You’ve probably seen this subject all over the internet: the top trends in the job market . Whether it’s online work, remote work, in-person work, virtual work, or any other kind of work you can imagine, we will be diving into what’s ahead. Talking about trends is a long-standing tradition here on The Remote Work Retirement Show . Sin...
Jan 07, 2025•30 min
In episode 103, Camille breaks down her time in North Carolina and her volunteer work with the organization "All Hands and All Hearts" in the recovery efforts from Hurricane Helene that she started back in October. Six states were hit by this hurricane, with North Carolina being one of, if not the, hardest hit. Unexpectedly hard hit. If you are a new listener to Camille’s podcasts, this is a big story, and you may want to start at the beginning with episodes 101 and 102 for more background and w...
Dec 30, 2024•26 min
In this episode, Camille continues her volunteer work with All Hands and Hearts, helping with the disaster relief following hurricane Helene in North and South Carolina. This week has been eventful, and she eager to share her experiences, even if it leans a bit toward self-reflection. There is value in her insights despite the personal nature of her reflections. Camille's intent is to balance sharing her journey with providing you something meaningful to take away, making this more than just a m...
Oct 30, 2024•37 min
In this episode. Camille introduces us to her friend, Bill Trinkle, in an interview about her upcoming volunteer efforts to assist with the Helene disaster recovery in the Ashville, North Carolins area, and how their mutual ties to that community has brought them together for a few days. Bill and his wife, Porter, have hosted Camille for a few days so she can gather the rest of the supplies needed and have a day or two to get organized and prepare for her 6-week commitment to the cause. Since th...
Oct 23, 2024•38 min
In episode 100, Camille is going to share about her 6-week journey to North Carolina, to help out with the Hurricane Helene disaster recovery efforts. Join Camille as she explains how and why she has decided to undertake this journey at this point in time. She is going to give you some really interesting insight into a past experience that influenced this decision and what the expects to be doing and experiencing during this 6-week venture. So, kick back, grab some coffee, or whatever, and enjoy...
Oct 16, 2024•24 min
It's time to join Camille and her husband, Bryce, on the final part of their journey to see the solar eclipse and beyond. If you haven't caught the previous episodes, you really should take the opportunity to go back and listen to those in order. Start with episode 96. 97, 98, and finally, this episode, 99. It is quite a journey. After 33 days on the road, she has real insight into traveling with a trailer rather than a motor home, and the difficulties, and fun they had along the way. It was int...
May 08, 2024•22 min
In episode 98, we pick up with Part 3 of Road Trip with Me: Solar Eclipse. If you've been listening to the whole series since part one, Camille has talked about the journey of going out to Paris, Texas, which is where she and her husband were going to view the solar eclipse. In part two, she talked about getting to Paris and gearing up for the event. Today Camille is finally going to talk about the actual solar eclipse. So, this was a pretty big buildup, sort of like a Netflix release where ther...
Apr 23, 2024•20 min
Where has Camille been? Did you think she disappeared? Au contraire good listener. She is back and ready to continue the saga of her journey to the sun. In episode 97, we join Camille, and her husband Bryce, as they travel the 2nd leg of their road trip to the event of a lifetime – the solar eclipse. In episode 96, we left them in Holbrook, AZ. Now, they are on their way to the vastness that is known as Texas where the adventure continues. There are technical glitches, rough roads, unhappy cats,...
Apr 20, 2024•21 min
Ready for an adventure? Join Camille, and her husband, Bryce, as they travel on down the road toward Texas and the upcoming solar eclipse. Things get off to a bumpy start, to say the least, with unexpected delays in getting her father moved into his condo. You’ve heard about this ongoing, less than smooth, operation in previous episodes. Well, it’s improved, some. But there’s always right field, you know. Camille will fill you in. But, after a few more delays, off they go. Cats, sunshine, rainbo...
Apr 03, 2024•18 min
In episode 95, Camille reminds you to celebrate your wins. Today’s episode is one that will hit home with many of you out there, and that is acknowledging and celebrating your wins every day. You may not think you have any, but they are there. Big, small, doesn’t matter. Celebrate your wins and celebrate yourself. Camille has mentioned in previous episodes the difficult process she has been facing helping move her dad into a condo. He’s 80 years old, has a lot of stuff, the housing market is cra...
Mar 21, 2024•13 min
In episode 94, I share with you why I love finding side gigs on Craigslist. And I tell you about a new one. I just landed. You're listening to the remote work retirement show. I'm your host, Camille Attell. And this is the only show that helps semi retirees figure out the remote work options. I believe the remote work is the new retirement plan and that many retirees have both the ability and desire to work how they want so they can live how they want. Let's dig into today's episode.... Hello, a...
Mar 13, 2024•21 min
In episode 93, you will Join Camile in the world of scams and scammers on Slam the Scam Day! You're listening to the remote work retirement show. I'm your host, Camille Attell. And this is the only show that helps semi retirees figure out the remote work options. I believe the remote work is the new retirement plan and that many retirees have both the ability and desire to work, how they want so they can live how they want. Let's dig into today's episode.... In episode 93, Camille addresses the ...
Mar 06, 2024•19 min
