Teens & First Jobs

Back a couple years it was quite easy to find a job. However, in today's economy is can be challenging. In may take a bit of time, but teens can find jobs.

In today's economy, adults are losing jobs and finding it hard to find new ones. It's that much tougher for a teen with no work record and little experience in the job market. But parents actually...

Maturity often reflects the learned control a person displays toward the stressors of adult life. Control is exercised over impulsivity, inappropriate responses and the recognition of inadequate...

If you can't miss a moment of Project Runway and TV shows that depict young women becoming supermodels, you probably dream of becoming one, too. Even if you're getting flak from your family --...

My kid keeps pestering me to raise her allowance DESPITE the fact that she doesn't do her chores without A LOT of prompting from me. So since she is looking for ways to make money, I thought that...

A work ethic should be developed in small children, but it is not impossible to teach it to teens. Teens need to know that as an adult they will be expected to work.The adage if you want to eat...

Having a summer job for a teenager is important. It provides money for activities and school clothes and it gives them a chance to develop good workplace skills that will help them as they enter...

High School Seniors have many options available to them and sometimes they just can’t decide what to do with their life. Here are some handy tips you can use to help your child make some very...

Are you a babysitter who's wondering, "How can I find babysitting jobs in my area?" It can be a challenging to get yourself established as a trustworthy and reliable babysitter. But...

"When I grow up, I want to..." We have all said that one before. You often think: "One day I will..." How about, "Too soon old, too late smart"? Ever heard that...

Nothing is worse then being a teenager and having lots of things you want to buy: new jeans, ipod, amusement park tickets, a new skateboard. Your allowance doesn't quite cover it, what do you do...

There are many factors to consider if your teen is thinking of finding an after school job. Working for someone else can be an excellent way for your teen to learn responsibility. At the same...

It's hard sometimes for a teen to recognize that the time has come to leave home. Some are settled in and see no reason to give up the comforts of their parents' house. Here are some steps to...

Teens love the idea of getting a job. They know that a job will give them more money and independence from their family. They feel more adult when they work. But, is your teen really ready to...

You know a teen with a great business idea so you want to help with the project. You can use your own life experience to guide the teen into making informed decisions. Follow these tips to help a...

Teenagers often think that they know everything. They can sometimes be difficult when you try to explain new concepts to them. But workplace safety is vital to the health of the teen, as well as...

Giving advice to teenagers can be a difficult task. When approaching a teen with job-related advice, there are a few things to think about before and during the conversation.

Your pre-teen or teenager is a responsible young person who wants to earn some extra money and is good at working with children. Babysitting is a great first job for youngsters ages 11 to about...