Corey Koehler

Mechanical Draftsman Turned Marketing Soloprenuer, Singer-Songwriter, and Future of Work Explorer. I love success stories and helping fellow Gen Xers go from employment to self-deployment by sharing 17+ years of adventures making money online in music, marketing, and future-proofing.

future of workfuture of work

+3+3

Future of White Collar Work, AI Swarms, and John Stamos Playing Papa Roach

This week’s mixtape: AI wake-up calls, entrepreneurial mindsets, and Full House uncle goes Nu Metal.

Corey Koehler

future of workfuture of work

+2+2

AI Tools, Tangents and A Resource Worth Sharing

Some AI tools to try, a community to join, and a reminder not to sleep on human connection.

Corey Koehler

newslettersnewsletters

+1+1

Beehiiv vs Substack: Which Newsletter Platform Is Right for You in 2025?

See Which Newsletter Platform Helps You Grow Faster, Earn More, and Own Your Audience

Corey Koehler

future of workfuture of work

+3+3

Why Newsletters Are a Smart New Retirement Plan for Gen X

Alternative Retirement Strategies for Gen X: Why Newsletters Deserve a Spot

Corey Koehler

newslettersnewsletters

+2+2

How to Monetize a Newsletter: 2025 Gen X Creators Income Guide

7 proven email‐monetization tips—sponsorships, paid tiers, affiliates, and more—to turn subscriber lists into reliable income.

Corey Koehler

future of workfuture of work

+1+1

Why Good Taste Is a Future-Proof Skill in the Age of AI

Why building taste is like making a mixtape—and how Gen Xers can stand out from AI and stay relevant.

Corey Koehler

future of workfuture of work

+3+3

How I Build My Newsletter Business in Half the Time Using 3 AI Tools

The AI Tools Helping Me Get Shit Done and Take Care of Business in My 50s

Corey Koehler

future of workfuture of work

+1+1

What Is a Solopreneur? (And Why It’s Perfect for Gen Xers Like Us)

Short answer? It’s you—just more in control. Long answer? Let’s break it down.

Corey Koehler

future of workfuture of work

+2+2

How One AI Prompt Changed My Business Direction

The brutally honest coaching session I didn’t expect—from ChatGPT (and why it’s perfect for us solo entrepreneurs over 50).

Corey Koehler

future of workfuture of work

+2+2

How to Ask for a Raise and Get It (What's Working for Me at 52)

You don’t need permission—you need a plan and a little leverage.

Corey Koehler