Ride the Wave: How people over 55 in OC Can Use AI to Shift from Full-Time Work to Part-Time Freedom

AI won’t take your job. But someone who knows how to use AI will.”

Sounds intense, right? But here’s the twist — that quote isn’t a threat. It’s an open invitation, especially for those of us in our 50s, 60s, and beyond who are looking to step back from full-time work without fully stepping away.

If you’re living in Orange County — from the breezy streets of San Clemente to the cafés of Laguna Beach — you probably know someone who’s already semi-retired, consulting a few days a week, or looking for part-time work that doesn’t eat up their best beach hours. That’s where AI comes in.

Surf Smarter, Not Harder

You’ve spent decades building your knowledge. You’ve solved tough problems, led teams, raised families, run businesses. That wisdom doesn’t go out of style. AI just gives it a better surfboard.

With tools like ChatGPT and your Apple devices, you can:

• Whip up a business proposal while your coffee’s still hot.

• Automate routine emails so you can head out for your morning walk or hit the pier.

• Turn your years of experience into online content — a blog, a class, a resource — that earns while you relax.

In other words: AI can help you work smarter, fewer hours, and with way less stress.

From Full-Time Grind to Part-Time Groove

A lot of baby boomer age folks I meet in Orange County say the same thing: “I don’t want to fully retire. I just want more flexibility — and less grind.”

Amen to that.

AI can help you make the shift. It’s not about learning to code or becoming a tech wizard. It’s about knowing how to ask good questions and letting the tools do the heavy lifting. That way, you can:

• Keep your foot in the door professionally

• Say “yes” to the projects that matter

• And still have time for sunsets, surf, and a proper slow morning

You Don’t Need to Be a Techie. You Just Need a Guide.

Look — if tech feels overwhelming, you’re not alone. That’s why I started Michael Coury Tech: to help people over 55 get the good stuff out of their iPhones, Macs, and now AI — without feeling lost or left behind.

Whether it’s setting up your devices for smooth sailing, or learning how to use ChatGPT to save time and stay sharp, I’ve got your back. Think of it as your tech support with a side of sunshine.

Final Word from the Shoreline

This new wave of tech isn’t about replacing you. It’s about freeing you up. Let AI handle the busywork so you can do the stuff you actually enjoy — and maybe even earn a little on the side while you’re at it.

So no, AI’s not coming for your job.

But learning how to use it? That might just be the best thing you ever did for your time, your freedom, and your next chapter — right here in OC.