Looking for a Way to Make Some Money This Summer? Here Are Several Alternatives That Work Well.
By Bonnie Drew
School is out and you've no doubt got some extra time on your hands. There's still plenty of summer left, so why not spend your time making money? Here are a few options to consider.
TRIED AND TRUE STANDBYS THAT STILL WORK:
* Child Care--If you like kids, this is an excellent opportunity. Busy parents today are willing to pay well for a good, dependable sitter. Pass out flyers and let folks know you're available.* Car Washing--People who care about their cars need them washed at least once a week. Find out what a local car wash charges and then set your prices a little lower. If you do a good job, you'll have business all summer.
* Pet Care--Today people spend lots of money on pets. Earn some of those bucks for yourself by offering to groom pets, give flea baths, clean fish tanks, or pet sit when your neighbors go on vacation.
* Lawn Care--This is still one of the best ways for kids age 10 and up to earn money. Offer a complete line of services, including mowing, edging, weeding, trimming, and flower bed maintenance. Or specialize in one service. Make it your goal to build up a list of regular weekly customers.
UNUSUAL AND CREATIVE MONEY-MAKERS:
* Curb Painting--Use stencils to paint house numbers on curbs so delivery people and emergency vehicles can find houses easier. Kids who charge $2 to $4 per job have earned up to $50 a day.* More Than a Lemonade Stand--Add crushed fruit or club soda and advertise "gourmet lemonade." Or offer more choices: iced tea, sodas, goodies you bake, or handmade craft items. If customers don't come to you, load your stand up in a wagon and go to them. Get permission to sell at a neighbor's garage sale, across the street from the park or pool, or at the tennis courts.
* Maid-For-A-Day--Be a personal assistant for one day. You can do anything from closet cleaning to shining shoes or helping someone throw a party.
Don't let your summer slip by without trying some of these great money-making methods. Good luck.
Bonnie Drew is the author of FAST CASH FOR KIDS (2nd edition), published by Career Press (1-800-227-3371). She is also the creator of the KIDS BUSINESS software for young entrepreneurs, available from Homeland Publications (713-332-9764).
Drew is also Editor of YoungBiz online magazine, published by Kid's Way, Inc., a company that helps youth prepare for business and the workplace of the 21st century. For more information, write to Kid's Way at 5589 Peachtree Rd, Chamblee, GA 30341 or call toll free 1-888-KidsWay (1-888-543-7929). YoungBiz magazine can be found at http://www.youngbiz.com
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