How to Operate a Babysitting Business
These days, we all want to earn some extra cash. A babysitting business can be one of the easiest ways to earn additional income. Don't be intimidated by thinking teens have a corner on the market. Many parents actually prefer having someone older and more experienced taking care of their children.
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How to Make Extra Money Babysitting
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First, contact all of your friends who have children. Let them know the hours and days you are available for babysitting. If you see them in person, give them a business card.
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Each time you babysit, ask the parents to refer you to their friends. If you can babysit during the day or overnight, make sure to mention that as well. Parents need babysitters other than just Friday and Saturday nights.
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To become a requested babysitter, bring a bag of age-appropriate toys to your babysitting gigs. The kids will be excited to play with new toys, and the parents will like that you have been thoughtful about their child's entertainment.
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Make a follow-up call to parents a few days after your first babysitting job. Find out what the kids liked or didn't like about your babysitting techniques. The parents will enjoy that you took the time and effort to make sure the children were happy. It also gives them the opportunity to schedule you for a future date.
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You can also get babysitting jobs online through sites such as Care.com. This will expand your business beyond your basic contacts---but be wary and always trust your gut.
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Tips & Warnings
Make sure at the end of each babysitting assignment you leave an extra business card or two. This will make sure that they have your number for future dates and give them the opportunity to pass your card on to a friend. Have a backup babysitter in case you get over-scheduled or have an emergency. A good referral is a good service.
Just as you would never leave your child with someone you do not trust, do not babysit for a client you feel iffy about. When you don't feel comfortable with a parent or in a home, turn down the job. Your safety is more important than the money.
