How to Become a Gofer

Gofers are people who go for things like coffee, dry cleaning, or go to the post office and get food for lunch. The position is at the bottom of the corporate ladder. Edward Burns was a gofer in the entertainment industry and used his access to Robert Redford to pitch a project of his own.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

1. Pick an industry that you have passion for, then check your local Chamber of Commerce to see if there is a gofer business in your area. Gofer businesses are the new startups in metropolitan areas around the country.
2. Choose whether you want to create your own gofer business or work for a company. "No" is a word you will rarely be able to use, so choose when to use it wisely.
3. Prepare to take advantage of every opportunity afforded to you. The biggest break in your career could be made as a gofer.
4. Search for organizations of other gofers—they do exist. Join an organization so you can get help with pricing your time.
5. Post your abilities on all job sites that cater to the area you live.
6. Predict the needs of your area. Be relentless in your pursuit of finding work as a gofer. Persistence is the key to success.
7. Use your time wisely. Schedule your time; keep a day planner and block out time for yourself.

Tips & Warnings

• You are always worth more than you think.
• Prepare to not make a lot of money.
• Do not make yourself available 24 hours a day.

Who Can Help:

• Learn more today about America's leading online University
• Flexible Scheduling, Online Programs, Get Info Now