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Too young for a “real” job but desperate for some spending money? Read on for 10 ways you can start rollin’ in the dough.  

Be a mother’s helper
If you’re not old enough to babysit on your own but you’re great with kids, consider offering your services when parents are still at home. Whether Mom is cleaning the house, paying bills, running a quick errand, making dinner, working at home or simply needs a little quiet time, you can keep her tot entertained and out of trouble.

Get crafty
Lots of girls have started selling things they make locally at craft fairs or online through sites like Facebook and Etsy. Talk to your parents about setting yourself up with your own craft business.

Walk dogs
Taking dogs for a stroll takes time…time that a lot of dog owners don’t have. Offer to come around and take Fido for some exercise. You can take him around the block, to a local park for some playtime or for a jog to get your blood pumping. You might even land a pet-sitting gig, which is totally sweet for animal lovers.

Grow a green thumb
‘Tis the season for gardens to be in bloom, but they don’t get gorgeous overnight, ya know. Go around your neighborhood offering services like weeding, seed planting, pruning, watering and raking.

Tutor
If you love school, this is the gig for you. Smarty pants tweens and teens can help younger students understand difficult concepts. If you love books, you could teach kids how to read. If you’re a math whiz, maybe giving geometry lessons could help ya pad your piggybank.

Keep house
For adults with huge houses and little downtime, scrubbing the kitchen isn’t the ideal weekend activity. Even if you’re not up to doing the whole job by yourself, you could vacuum, sweep, dust, mop and clean windows, right?

Deliver newspapers
Night owls might wanna nix this job opp., but taking on a paper route is a classic job for young adults. You’ll get your exercise and your work over with early in the morning, leaving plenty of time for hanging with friends. Fab, right?

Make some munchies
Bake sales at local festivals, lemonade stands, concessions as local sports games and practices—everybody likes good food, right? No matter where you set up shop, make sure to clear it with whoever’s in charge of the event you plan to be working at, then target your audience wisely. Sweets for fairs, healthy nibbles for athletes.

Use your computer skills
A lot of older adults don’t know how to use technology that comes easily to you. If you’ve aced the iPhone, offer to teach someone else how to use it. If you have a blog or a website, go around to local businesses or entrepreneurs and help them get theirs off the ground. Are you a Photoshop master? Add photo retouching to your repertoire.

Go sporty
Lots of youth leagues and recreational teams need referees, ticket sellers, concession venders and other folks to keep their games running. Many of them hire kids to help out. Give the head honcho a call to see what’s available in your area.

Tell me, babes: What are you doing to make some moolah?

BY BRITTANY TAYLOR ON 3/25/2011 1:25:00 PM

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Thanks for any help you give me gl.

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by hgrules on 12/17/2012 5:30:16 PM

 
 




MOD MOD MOD!!!
I want to start a dog-walking business in my neighborhood,but I don't know how to convince my parents. Any suggestions???

 

 

Hey girl! Try this article! http://www.girlslife.com/post/2012/07/24/How-to-get-what-you-wantwithout-begging.aspx.  Good Luck! xoxo 

 

 


Kate G.

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by 2funE on 8/6/2012 2:04:05 PM

 
 



MOD!!!!
I'm 11, and I already have a part-time job with my buds, but I want my own business. Any good ideas?




Personally, I would definitely give babysitting, dog walking, grocery shopping, or jewelry making a try. There's always a need for those! 
Lauren C.

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by BeautyQueen10 on 10/20/2011 11:39:22 PM

 
 

hi. so i really like this article but i dont have the opportunity for any of these and I need to make $600-$1000 by September and no later. I can try the craft fairs but they don't really happen till December. I NEED HELP

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by HarryPotterLOL on 7/12/2011 3:28:12 AM

 
 

MOD~MOD~MOD~
So, I'm 13 and looking for ways to make some mula! My mom lost her job but got a new one. It doesn't come close to how much the other one paid. So this Summer vacation were going on, we can't do as many things as we would like. I've made some cute crafts (duct tape bags, flowers you clip in your hair) and that hasn't been doing good at all. I'm looking for ways to make money. I want to try and babysit, but i have to go over their house. I don't even know if they could harm me in any way! Got any great ideas? I love animals, and have to sisters (7 & 15, if this info. is necessary!) Please & thanks.
xoxo -Gessi.




Hey, Girl! Sorry for the “stock” message. We’re psyched you’re here but since this is a super busy time, mods aren’t able to answer personal advice or contest questions. We’re approving your comments now so the girls can start offering feedback right away! If you still have questions, please come back, we’re happy to help…or just let the other chicas answer now! (They give awesome advice, trust us!) Love and thanks! ♥, Your Blog Patrol Babes 
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by Gessi:) on 5/26/2011 5:58:29 PM

 
 



MOD MOD MOD!
well, my mom bought me an expensive camera (well, $100 is alot to our family. its a tough time) and i want to make some money to pay her back. i dont want to get paid from her i want to get paid from someone else. ideas?




Hey girlie -- $100 is a lot for any family (it's a recession! ) Take a look at these articles: http://www.girlslife.com/post/2011/05/19/15-ways-to-make-major-moolah-this-summer.aspx and http://www.girlslife.com/post/2011/03/25/10-money-making-ideas.aspx Smile




Brittany G. 
Brittany G.

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by babych on 5/21/2011 12:07:49 AM

 
 



mod mod mod hi im 12 will any of the ideas work for me if not do you have any other ideas




These ideas sound great for someone your age.




Brittany G. 
Brittany G.

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by ktm1027 on 5/20/2011 10:47:27 PM

 
 

I have to help my mom work concession... BUT I DON'T GET PAID!

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by miaboo123 on 5/14/2011 4:16:55 PM

 
 



MOD MOD MOD
What job do you think i could get? i am 12 years old, i can work weekdays and sometimes Sunday, i am great with animal and children, and i want to earn at least $10 per week. thx!!!!!




Hey girl,

Since you're not old enough yet to start working at restaurants, offices, etc., try asking around for babysitting and petsitting jobs! Some people will even pay someone to walk their dogs while they're at work during the day. Tell mom and dad about your plans and ask them to spread it around to their friends. Good luck! 
Lauren C.

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by Jade2 on 5/2/2011 8:49:42 PM

 
 

I am saving up for this awesome purple acoustic guitar. These are great ideas!

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by spicyllamachick2120 on 4/29/2011 10:02:24 PM

 
 

MOD MOD MOD ok so I have a friend that has a lot of siblings and her family is having a rough time($ wise) and I gave her some clothes that dont fit anymore and I want to do more so I've been saving up some money and I'm planning on buying on a lot of clothes for her and her little siblings at Goodwill or something like that. But I go to the movies a lot with my friends and I always buy something for myself! How do I save enough money to get her and her family what they need?!?!?! HELP PLEASE!!

 

 

Hey chickadee! Maybe, you could cut back on your time going out. And then put that money that you would have used aside for your friend. Or, you could take her out with you and pay for her, to take her mind off of things Smile

xxx

Becca G.

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by cowbellkell on 3/27/2011 9:34:32 PM

 
 



MOD MOD MOD MOD MOD MOD MMOODD MOD MOD MOD MOD MOD MODMODMOD
Okay im sorry to write two questions in a row but i'm just wondering about ear piercing. I don't know if I should get my ears pierced or not. Does it hurt? Are they a pain to take care of? And if I get them done near the beginning of April, will I be able to swim by the end of June? Thanks for your help.




Hey girlie,

It's a quick process so you don't feel much pain.  Pain can occur if your ears get infected, so talk to the person who pierces your ears about how to keep them clean.  You should be able to swim pretty soon, but I would check with him/her to see what's best for your situation! Good luck! 
Ruth S.

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by cookie_monster11 on 3/27/2011 12:10:52 AM

 
 



MOD MOD MOD MOD MOD MOD MOOODDDDD MOD MOD MOD MOD MOD
Okay, so tomorrow I am going to play laser tag with the girls on my soccer team. I'm jst wondering what I should wear. Do you have an idea? White clothes will glow brightly in the light so I'm not sure what to wear. Please help.




Hey girlie,

The best tip is to dress all in black so you won't glow! Have fun! 
Ruth S.

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by cookie_monster11 on 3/26/2011 11:42:00 PM

 
 



its megan!how can i make some sweet cash?I clean my g-mas house for 10 dollars.but i need more!!!!




Hey girl,

Did you try any of the suggestions listed above! Give some of the other suggestions a try! 
Ruth S.

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by cheekymonkey1 on 3/26/2011 9:49:04 PM

 
 

Smile Calling all single girls! If you know that you don't need a BF to be your faboulous, awesome self, then "Single Ladies" is the club for you!
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by dancingqueen96 on 3/26/2011 9:10:21 PM

 
 

Hey guys, so I made an account on Etsy so I can sell things! It would really help if you supported me and bought some of my stuff! It's coming soon so just stay put! It's called HandmadeByYosra!
Thank you so much for your support!

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by sunflower_y on 3/26/2011 9:04:00 PM

 
 

I do my chores and help my mom around the house dointhings from celaning sinks to makin dinner. If your lookin to make some money I suggest findin a cute craft and sellin it to friends and kids from school. Smile Hope this helps!

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by beachbabe159 on 3/26/2011 8:22:32 PM

 
 

MOD MOD MOD I have a question.Im 14 and wondering what type of job I can do to make money. Like other then the ones above. Thanks lots <3

 

 

Hey girly! I'd suggest babysitting, walking dogs, or maybe doing off jobs for your neighbors, like gardening and weeding Smile

xxx

Becca G.

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by MelSaysRawr on 3/26/2011 8:10:41 PM

 
 

I do lots of petsitting, babysitting, crafting, and selling. Heres an ides they didnt mention. on the weekend or in the summer find junk in your house and have a yard sale. old clothes? books no one reads? old and unused purses? stuff like that sells well. Thats where i make my $$$$$! and buying at yrad sales saves you money, too. just dont buy bras or undies

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by Bootsie753 on 3/26/2011 7:34:45 PM

 
 

i am 10 years old and i am allowed to babysit with someone else since i am really good with kids. i especially love the cute babies!

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by GirlyGirl4455 on 3/26/2011 3:09:50 PM

 
 

i am 10 and i am responsible and i sometimes babysit with someone else and it is even better than doing it by yourself!!!!!!

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by GirlyGirl4455 on 3/26/2011 3:07:28 PM

 
 

I agree with Soso13 i need something in the elementry area

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by perfect1772 on 3/26/2011 2:59:00 PM

 
 

Looking for Advice? Get it here! Nothing to weird, too personal, or too long. I'll give you an answer chock full of info. Post on my profile, and I'll answer on yours unless upon request.

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by peacelovejesus on 3/26/2011 2:05:26 PM

 
 

I need something that i can do that would target around the elementry school area. Something that they would use that supplies to make is cheap. No food though.
Any ideas? i'm all ears!!!

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by SoSo13 on 3/26/2011 1:50:13 PM

 
 



MOD!!! MOD!!! MOD!!!!!
Hi!!! My mom is really protective so I can't do any of this stuff! I'm 13, but yet I can't babysit our be a mother's helper! I can't sell anything or go to people's houses to help with anything (like walking dogs or cleaning) because my mom "isn't comfortable" with it....and I don't get money for doing chores! Any other ideas for stuff that might make money without my mom worrying?




Hey girlie! Since your mom is uncomfortable with certain ideas, you should talk to her about what things you could do to make money that wouldn't make her uneasy.




Brittany G.  
Brittany G.

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by Maeve01 on 3/26/2011 12:43:04 PM

 
 

Hey!
If anyone wants advice on exercise and healthy eating, or anythings else, comment on my profile Smile
Hope to hear from you!

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by haleyhay3 on 3/26/2011 9:53:08 AM

 
 

I have been feeding these horses who live in my field, one died on Wednesday... Cry Brittany G.

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by SongDuck23 on 3/25/2011 10:57:12 PM

 
 

Hey if you need Advice join my club("Advice Club") or visit my profile. I am ALWAYS on GL so I will get back to you ASAP! Brittany G.

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by Mo2112 on 3/25/2011 10:56:27 PM

 
 

If anyone needs advice join my club "Advice Club" or ask me on my profile. I am on GL everyday so I will comment back best I can. Brittany G.

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by Mo2112 on 3/25/2011 10:53:26 PM

 
 

Hey Girls!
If you have any questions 'bout anything, plz make sure to visit my profile and ask me! I'll get back to you a.s.a.p with the best advice i can think of!
xoxoxo -cutieforever45 Brittany G.

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by cutieforever45 on 3/25/2011 10:26:00 PM

 
 

**MODMODMOD**
This is for people who know about ballet!
How do I ask my teacher about pointe? I really want to do it, but I think i'm ready. So how do I propose my idea?

 

Hey girlie! I think you should approach your teacher after class and tell her exactly what you told me: you really want to do it and you think you are ready. Then follow up by asking her how does she feel, regarding your skill level.

 

Brittany G.

Brittany G.

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by jesMart on 3/25/2011 9:48:33 PM

 
 

Hey GL for sellin food u grow or bake or crafts or anything u have to get a permit. Ive read tons of stories where little girls sellin foodor crafts got fined alot of money because they had no permit.

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by ellybelle98 on 3/25/2011 8:40:56 PM

 
 

Well, all I have 2 say is that my cuz is lazy to do a thing so ill show her this page thanx for the tipz!!! ;]

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by sayiloveu2 on 3/25/2011 8:16:40 PM

 
 

if anyone needs advice on ANYTHING comment on my profile and im always on gl so i wud get bak 2 u asap

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by mkondritz on 3/25/2011 8:06:59 PM

 
 

i babysit and referee

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by RockNRollx3o on 3/25/2011 6:17:39 PM

 
 



**MODMODMOD** How can I advertise for a job, asking people if they would like to hire me? I don't exactly want to work for ANYONE, just a few people on weekends. Any ideas
??







hey! talk to those people and see if they know anyone who would hire you Smile 

 
Helen S.

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by strawberries949 on 3/25/2011 6:07:53 PM

 
 

I like need money for a new phone case soo lik this is pretty awesome!

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by girlfriend99 on 3/25/2011 5:33:39 PM

 
 



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So I like this guy,and I want to tell him! I THINK he likes me, but I'm not 100% sure! I'm in grade six, so it might be awkward. What should I do?




hey! check this out http://www.girlslife.com/post/2010/09/29/get-him-to-ask-you-out.aspx 

Helen S.

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by dolcecupcakes on 3/25/2011 5:24:35 PM

 
 

Soccer referee, and I work concession! I play Soccer, so I mise well help out people that work their, too. Smile

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by b723sarah on 3/25/2011 4:58:10 PM

 
 

this is great!! i am totally in need of this!

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by funkypunky10 on 3/25/2011 4:30:42 PM

 
 

good ideas

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by janerbuy on 3/25/2011 4:30:24 PM

 
 

ya! second comment, I babysit and i am a lifeguard and I dog sit and I sell bracelets and I cut the grass at the preschool my mom works at!

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by lindseyd9 on 3/25/2011 4:13:06 PM

 
 

yayyy first comment

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