If you're struggling to make a traditional 9-5 full-time job “fit” because you’re caregiving, managing health needs, juggling family schedules, or simply looking for a better balance, this course is right for you. The truth is, the 9-to-5 work model doesn’t work for everyone at every stage of life — and it doesn’t have to.
Explore Flexible Work Options is an online course that shows you practical, real-world alternatives to a traditional, full-time job. You’ll learn about alternative work arrangements that feel more adaptable, sustainable, and — as we once called it — organic.
What You’ll Learn
Inside Explore Flexible Work Options, you’ll discover:
- What flexible work really looks like today — from flexible employment to freelancing, contracting, consulting and portfolio careers.
- Examples of how others have implemented flexible work to create a career that works for them.
- Practical workbook to help you take your first steps into researching to determine if it’s possible or practical for you to become a non-traditional (flexible) worker.
Who This Course Is For
This course is for you if:
- You’re a caregiver or parent who needs work that adapts to family life.
- You’re managing health challenges or a disability and need to design work differently.
- You’re in mid-career and want to explore new possibilities outside the 9-to-5.
- You’re retired and want to jump back into the workforce on your terms.
- You want to build a career that gives you freedom, balance, and stability.
- You want to add income.
Learning Format
- Two - 20 minute webinars — accessible from anywhere.
- Practical examples + real stories you can relate to.
- Terminology chart and resource links where you can go to access opportunities.
- Workbook with activities and reflection tools to help you research your industry and plan your own next steps.
By the End of This Course, You’ll Be Able To:
- Identify flexible work options in the non-traditional workforce that may fit your needs.
- Determine if flexible employment or self-employment may be right for you
- Take concrete research steps towards talking to employers and discovering potential opportunities in your occupation and industry.
Why Join Now?
The world of work is changing fast — but it’s also full of opportunity. You don’t have to squeeze yourself into a role that doesn’t fit. This course will give you the confidence, strategies, and tools to help you explore what flexible opportunities exist and are they a better fit for you.
Enroll Today
Join us in Explore Flexible Work Options and start exploring a flexible work life that will work for you.
Curriculum
Your instructor
Gail has built a career of flexible work and helps other professionals do the same.
Empowering
Embrace autonomy and create work-life balance.
Transformative
Redefine retirement in a dynamic workforce.
Innovative
Crafting your work life with flexibility at its core.