We’re glad you’re here. This space is for creators 40+ who want to explore AI as a partner in writing, storytelling, and business. Take a moment to share: - Who you are - What you’re working on (big or small) - One way you’d like AI to support your creative work - share a picture of your workspace! No pressure—keep it short and simple. This is just a place to start the conversation. Looking forward to meeting you,Jason

I am 52, and like many of you, I’m in the middle of a career reset. I spent a long time in web development and writing, and more recently moved into health and clinical content, which taught me to slow down and be careful with words. There is experience behind me, but I need to rethink how I work and what I build next. I joined this group because I didn’t want to do that alone. I am glad to be here, and I am happy to share what I know about writing or communication!

I’m 64. I’ve been laid off three times over the years, starting well before COVID, and each time it forced a reset I didn’t ask for — new skills, new industries, new expectations. Like a lot of people here, I spent years adapting just to stay afloat, sometimes in work I hated, sometimes feeling like I was always behind or competing in spaces where I didn’t quite fit. COVID was the final shove off the path I thought I was on. What followed was a mix of loss, relief, and a long stretch of figuring out what “next” even means at this stage of life. These days I’m focused on building something on my own terms. I’ve found AI to be a genuinely helpful tool — not magic, not hype — just leverage and learning without gatekeepers. More importantly, I’ve learned I wasn’t broken. The system was, and a lot of us paid for that. If this resonates, you’re not alone. I appreciate spaces like this that favor honesty and practical help over hustle talk.

For those who are looking for a way to get experience & exposure to tech: check out churches, nonprofit organizations, and political campaigns. All of the above are always in need of some sort of tech: for example help with administration (of social media for example), and although you can start with volunteering eventually you could work into some for-pay work, and in the meanwhile you'll learn new skills and have examples of your work online and available for resumes & interviews.

Hello fellow members! Nice to be in this community and I am looking forward to participating and contributing regularly. I have had a fairly successful career in Academia and Industry. But, I am in my mid-50's, so age is becoming an issue for most of the jobs I apply to. I am also somewhat fatigued going back to the corporate grind with all its issues and challenges, not necessarily technical. Looking forward to learn and share here. Any one who wants to connect, gimme a tap! I will respond asap (I am in India time zone). Thanks. Ragoth