Technology can be used to modernize your small business, and Senior Planet is here to help! Browse the free classes and resources below to:

  • Learn about apps and websites to help manage bookings online, store digital copies of documents, and accept digital payments.
  • Discover the importance of having an online presence, using social media, and communicating with customers.
  • Explore AI tools for small businesses, including how to choose the right ones and how to incorporate them safely into your routine.

Upcoming Online Classes

Free
Tue, February 10 EST
3:00PM EST / 2:00PM CST / 1:00PM MST / 12:00PM PST

Using Facebook Marketplace Demo

Trainer: Johnny Hernandez

This session will demonstrate how to browse the marketplace for that item you’ve always wanted, and how to create listings to sell the items you no longer need.
Free designing a website on a laptop computer
Wed, February 11 EST
1:00PM EST / 12:00PM CST / 11:00AM MST / 10:00AM PST

Website Builders at a Glance

Trainer: Zeke Tijerina

Learn about platforms that make website building a breeze!
Free
Thu, February 12 EST
10:30AM EST / 9:30AM CST / 8:30AM MST / 7:30AM PST

Digital Tools to Boost your Business

Trainer: Saily M Gutierrez

Learn about online tools to jump-start your start-up.
Free
Tue, February 17 EST
6:00PM EST / 5:00PM CST / 4:00PM MST / 3:00PM PST

Intro to Selling Online

Trainer: Johnny Hernandez

Make money while decluttering with online marketplaces!
Free
Thu, February 19 EST
6:00PM EST / 5:00PM CST / 4:00PM MST / 3:00PM PST

Using Google Sheets Demo

Trainer: Johnny Hernandez

This demonstration will show the basics of creating, sharing, and downloading spreadsheets in both Excel and PDF format.
Free older man checking email on tablet
Mon, February 23 EST
3:00PM EST / 2:00PM CST / 1:00PM MST / 12:00PM PST

Gmail Tips & Tricks Demo

Trainer: Johnny Hernandez

In this demonstration, we'll go beyond sending and receiving email with Gmail!

Self-Paced Courses: Website-Building & Graphic Design

Senior Planet’s self-paced courses consist of video demonstrations and interactive lessons that help you learn new skills!

  • Learn to design social media posts, presentations, and more using Canva.
  • Build a polished website without any code using Google Sites

Enroll in a Self-Paced Course

 

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On-Demand: Google Workspace Tutorials

Take a deeper dive into some of the most common – and free – Google applications, services, and settings with our Tech Demo Videos. During these 10-minute lessons, you’ll learn helpful tips from Senior Planet trainers.

Access Google Demo Videos

 

Articles: Work & Money

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Sex & Relationships

Romance Scam Rundown

Romance scams aren't just for online dating anymore! Scammers are evolving their tricks to ensnare victims, so read our checklist before you hit 'send."
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Work & Money

The 4 Percent Rule – Revisited

Is the 4 percent rule still relevant for retirees who want to know how much to withdraw from nest eggs each year - without running out of money?
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Work & Money

2025’s Top Scams

You're not imagining things - there really are more frauds and scams targeting older folks than ever before.
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En Español

Estrategias fiscales de fin de año para personas mayores

Los cambios incluidos en el “One Big Beautiful Bill” tendrán un impacto en la planificación fiscal de las personas mayores y los jubilados este año y en los próximos. ¿Estará listo?

Senior Planet Podcast: Aging Rewired

S2 E4: Aging and Working

Guests: Janice Malone, Founder & CEO of Vivian’s Door / Maureen Wiley Clough, Host of It Gets Late Early

 

In this episode, two experts share their experiences helping businesses thrive and tips for battling ageism in hiring. First, Janice Malone, founder of Vivian’s Door and recent recipient of the AARP Purpose Prize, joins Sheila in the studio to talk about how she is helping to foster the growth of black-owned businesses in south and central Alabama.

Get Social Media Savvy

Social media can be a powerful tool for growing your business. Join us for live lectures on social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and more!

Explore Social Media Classes