How to Make Money When You Have No Job

Whether you are a victim of a plummeting economy or have voluntarily left one job without having another lined up, you need money. As days go by without a paycheck in sight, panic and fear can set in, but don't despair. With a little creativity, a good attitude and a little bit of humility, you may still make money while you're in between employers.

Instructions

1. Clean out your house and utilize websites such as eBay or Craigslist to sell unwanted goods. Alternatively, place an ad in a trader-type magazine or in your local newspaper's classified ads. Some publications make placement of an ad free under specified conditions. Inquire about such special offers.

2. Conduct a garage sale or yard sale, and ask neighbors to participate. Joining forces will create a larger collection of items for sale, which will lure more people to the sale.

3. Rent out one room or more. College students and young singles are always looking for places to stay.

4. Try temporary work. Employment agencies can help you find work, but they can also put you in short-term work while you are waiting. They typically pay weekly, but they sometimes pay more often.

5. Do contract work. If you are an unemployed professional, try selling your services or knowledge. Talk to people you know, and consider placing ads or creating fliers.

6. Try the local day laborer post. Many cities have a place where contactors come and pick up anyone standing for a day of work. Some pay cash daily.

7. Do odd jobs. Work that falls under this category includes babysitting, lawn mowing, car washing, house cleaning and running errands.

8. Exhaust all possibilities: Take surveys, sell blood and/or plasma or collect aluminum cans.

References

• craigslist