The economy, recession, and Wall Street are all words that you’re probably sick of hearing, I know I am! If you are employed, you might be worried about losing your job, and if you’re unemployed you are trying to figure out how to make extra money while in between jobs. This current economic state is enough to stress everyone out as we all figure out how to get by. When I was younger my mother always taught me to never just depend on one source of income, I didn’t get it then, but boy do I get it now. Below are a few ways to get your hustle on in the recession.
- Clean the Clutter! Yes, I know the online consumer run sites like EBay and Craigslist can be time consuming, however don’t count them out. If you pick just two hours out of the week to clean your house/apt./room there is almost a guarantee that you will find something valuable that is no longer of use to you. Electronics and furniture are big ticket sellers, and will certainly put extra cash in your pocket.
- Be creative! If you were the shining star in Ms. Johnsons fourth grade art class (ok maybe that was me) or if you’re just extremely creative in general, sell your crafts! Websites like Handmade, Etsy, Fusion, and iCraft allow you to upload and sell your creations online.
- Babysitting! With so much new free time on your hands (if you’re unemployed) what better way to make easy money than babysitting for your loved ones, neighbors, or friends for a couple hours during the week? The best thing about babysitting is that you can give the kids back. Most parents pay $20-$150 for babysitters to watch their kids for 2-5 hours.
- Blog for Cash! New Media has been taking over corporate America for the last 10 years. Many companies are hiring recent graduates to set up official blogs, facebook, and twitter sites to help market their products. Make sure to include your technology savvy on your resume! If you see a company without a blog who could really use one, call them up and offer your services (no really!).
- Online Surveys! Ok, I admit surveys are absolutely no fun at all. However, filling out surveys for research corporations is one of the easiest ways to make money. While completing these surveys for cash will not exactly make you a millionaire, it will put a little extra money in your pocket.
Most importantly, put yourself and your talents out there, no time to be shy, it is the recession after all!
Mia
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LOL at giving the kids back! Good advice, thx
Hmm good idea..think I’ll clean out my closet this weekend
smart tips
Someone taught you right. Make sure you tell them that! Bless you!!!
These are great tips. Can you offer any suggestions for reputable survey companies?
Similarly, participating in focus groups can also help you earn some cash. As I mentioned in another post, I’m also a fan of contests. Who said making money can’t be fun? If anyone ever hears of any eating contests, I’m down!