I cant offer you free money, but....
This is a guide to making some extra cash. We all need it, some of us more than others. But heres a few ideas to give you a kick start.
(please note: nothing in this guide is meant to instantly give you cash with no effort, any guide that promises that always has a catch.)
(please note: nothing in this guide is meant to instantly give you cash with no effort, any guide that promises that always has a catch.)
An Introduction
So you're broke. Maybe you even owe people money. You've come to the right place. Many of the tips and tricks Im sharing with you I personnally use often to make a quick buck. Sure it takes some time and a little effort but thats the ONLY way to do it.

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The best way to earn money is to...
...Use What You Know
The most imporatant thing when trying to earn your money, is doing domething you're good at.
Maybe you don't have the physique to mow 8 or 9 lawns in a day, but you know everything there is to know about math. Try tutoring kids and the such.
Are you really tech savvy? Sell your stuff on ebay or even start your own little buisness.
Theres many things out there that you can do to make an honest buck. Trick is to find the ones you're good at.
Maybe you don't have the physique to mow 8 or 9 lawns in a day, but you know everything there is to know about math. Try tutoring kids and the such.
Are you really tech savvy? Sell your stuff on ebay or even start your own little buisness.
Theres many things out there that you can do to make an honest buck. Trick is to find the ones you're good at.
1. Lend A Helping hand.
Okay so right now you're thinking "oh great, Who wants to do work for their cash."Well money doesnt grown on tree's...as far as I know at least. ( message me if youve found a money tree =) ) I'm telling you right now this is going to take a bit of work.
Does your house need cleaning?
Maybe a neighbour needs a lawn cut or some leaves raked.
How about washing someones car or walking their dog.
Head over and ask them if they have any jobs you could do for a little extra money.
Whether you want to or not IT WILL MAKE YOU SOME MONEY!
2. Try Getting a job
It's quite simple. Go out and get a job.Write up a resume and hand it out EVERYWHERE. Even if they aren't hiring at the moment, they will be eventually and they keep it on file.
Ask people you know if they know of anybody who is hiring. Maybe you'll find a friend who can talk to thier supervisor and get you an interview.
(currently in the process of making a detailed lens on how to get a job)
Some Books to help you get a job.
The number one way to make money is an honest job.
Some tips on writing a resume.
If you dont have much experience, make it a skills based resume.
Include that you are "very punctual" or a "very safe worker".
Let them know what you know how to do and what you have done before.
If you do however have previous work experience, list it in chronological order.
Include what you did there, and a reference so they can call and confirm you did in fact work there.
Even without ever having a job include a reference.
Maybe a previous teacher or someone you've helped out.
Include that you are "very punctual" or a "very safe worker".
Let them know what you know how to do and what you have done before.
If you do however have previous work experience, list it in chronological order.
Include what you did there, and a reference so they can call and confirm you did in fact work there.
Even without ever having a job include a reference.
Maybe a previous teacher or someone you've helped out.
Writing your resume.
4. Use the Internet
Just by being here you've discovered a great way to make money.
This site pays you to make lenses just like this one.
Sign up and put your ideas to good use.
Create a few lenses and in a while youll be making some money. May only be a couple bucks at first but if you have the ideas people will come. Who knows....you might make the next #1 lens and start raking it in.
Of course there are always other sites out there. My only tip for using other sites is - If a site promises you instant effortless cash, its a fake and a scam. There IS NO WAY to obtain instant cash without at least putting effort into it.
This site pays you to make lenses just like this one.
Sign up and put your ideas to good use.
Create a few lenses and in a while youll be making some money. May only be a couple bucks at first but if you have the ideas people will come. Who knows....you might make the next #1 lens and start raking it in.
Of course there are always other sites out there. My only tip for using other sites is - If a site promises you instant effortless cash, its a fake and a scam. There IS NO WAY to obtain instant cash without at least putting effort into it.
Ebay
Room full of junk?Garage full of old useless stuff?
Clean it out and sell what you dont need.
One mans junk is another mans treasure.
Ebay is another example of an opportunity to use the internet in the hunt for money.
Although everyone already knows this....Ebay is an online auction that allows you to buy and sell with people all around the world.
Sure you may only make a few bucks here and there but its alot better than it sitting in your room, garage, closet etc.
And If you cant use ebay for one reason or another, check out your local pawn shop. Maybe they will be willing to take some of it off your hands.
(and if you are still unable to get rid of things you no longer want, donate them to your local charities and shelters. They will be grateful.)
In Case You May Not Have Noticed....
This lens is directed more towards teenagers and a younger audience. This however does not mean its cannot be useful to you in someway.
Maybe you have a kid who keeps bugging you for money? Introduce them to this lens and say there you go, go EARN IT!
And hey, Even adults can try these out!
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a_willow
Jan 5, 2009 @ 3:01 am | delete
- You are one of October graduates! Come by and answer few questions to show the way to those who will follow! Wish you many, many more great lenses!
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a_willow
Nov 2, 2008 @ 7:38 am | delete
- This lens entered Fresh Squid Contest for November as one of the lenses that has been featured on Fresh Squid group during October!
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Laddoo Oct 30, 2008 @ 12:58 pm | delete
- thats a lovely first lens. 5* from me!!
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Zettler
Oct 30, 2008 @ 9:26 am | delete
- when you say "a star"....do you mean just one? (ouch =/) [in reply to Karilyn Arias]
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GabryelandKarilyn
Oct 30, 2008 @ 9:23 am | delete
- oopss I wrote my previous post and was not in my page. Anyhow, keep up the good work...
Karilyn Arias
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Karilyn Arias
Oct 30, 2008 @ 9:21 am | delete
- You did very well. I'll give you a star.
Blessings.
Karilyn Arias
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The_Homeopath
Oct 29, 2008 @ 8:26 am | delete
- What I coincidence! I'm married to a Batman too (only he's a computer geek by day and a competitve Rodeo cowboy by night). Our 13-year-old daughter makes a tidy sum by offering to clean out stalls at events. At events, riders are required to clean their stalls out when they leave. She's made $400 during a 2-day event before, but usually can pull in at least $80 a day. She paid for her own birthday party!
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Mazzer
Oct 28, 2008 @ 1:15 pm | delete
- A great start and an excellent topic.
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Augur Oct 28, 2008 @ 9:02 am | delete
- Welcome to Squidoo world. Just recently joined myself so I know how much work you have put in getting to this stage. Keep going, and soon it will be you that's making a decent living from this.
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Music-Resource
Oct 28, 2008 @ 9:01 am | delete
- Hi Zettler: Nice Earning Money lens. Most teens don't realize that they'll have to make their own way in the world some day [very] soon. Everyone realizes it shortly after they are nudged out of the nest though :D Good resource for those in the said position. ~Music Resource~
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