How to Earn a Living on Craigslist

Earning a living on Craigslist could take a lot of hours in front of the keyboard, or it might only take an afternoon to send out a bunch of resumes to prospective employers. Depending on the type of gig or job you want, Craigslist probably can help you find a way to earn a living.

Things You'll Need

• Internet access
• Computer

Instructions

1. Select the city or region you are living in, or one you will where you will move. This will bring up a localized list of jobs and services for you to peruse.

2. Look through the job types under the "Jobs" heading. Identify the ones you are interested in and click on them to see the most recently posted positions.

3. Look at the "Gigs" section. These are mostly contractual or one-time jobs if you are a freelancer.

4. Post your resume under "Resumes" for your area. Many employers check Craigslist regularly for new workers, so feel free to repost your resume after a week or two so it is at the top of the list.

5. Post your skills and abilities under the "Services." This is an especially effective ploy if you offer a contractually based service like haircutting or Web design.

6. Use Craigslist like eBay, but with caution. The advantage to selling things on Craigslist is that it's free: there's no fee to join and no commission is taken by the site. However, it is unregulated.

Tips & Warnings

• Apply to a lot of positions. As in any job search, you'll get far fewer jobs than you apply for.

• Be wary of financial dealings arranged over Craigslist. They are entirely unregulated, and it's easy to become a victim of fraud.