Employ yourself! It's good experience and lots of fun.
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Freelancer
March 2018 • Fairfax, VA
What I liked
It was easy to control what clients i worked with and maintain a stable work schedule. As well as having a part time job i was also able to do freelance work on the side which ended up equaling the same amount of funds i made from the part time job over a period of a few months
What I wish was different
More clients as well as more networking. It is great to get a few clients but they are often few and far between. I wish networking and making sure clients are able to see my work and work-ethic was easier to access. More clients means more money so pretty easy to see why that would be beneficial.
Advice
Make sure you are easy to get a hold of and that you respond to clients quickly and coherently
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Lawn Business Owner
March - October 2019 • Lexington, TN
What I liked
I like how the hours are flexible and the amount of time you get to be outside working.
What I wish was different
Advice
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Entrepreneurial job
May - August 2019 • Denver, CO
What I liked
I had my own hours.
What I wish was different
I wish I had worked harder
Advice
Work harder to get a bigger bag!
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Cooking
May - October 2019 • East Chicago, IN
What I liked
I love putting together many different food combinations and getting feedback on it. I also loved providing in need parents funds to help enroll their children into summer camp and providing others with winter coats for their children.
What I wish was different
I wish I had a larger kitchen to work in, and more support to help spread the word.
Advice
Always try to give back, even if you are not well off yourself. It can make one’s life more happier.
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Piano teacher
July 2017 - August 2019 • Frisco, TX
What I liked
It was on my own schedule. It was my own business.
What I wish was different
I needed a contract with the parents about how payment and lessons would work
Advice
Not sure
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Basketball Coach
June - August 2019 • Joliet, IL
What I liked
Helping the young girl learn and develop skills
What I wish was different
Nothing
Advice
Everyone has specially talents of their own, and it’s nice using them and help other people learn and benefit from them.
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Math Tutor
August 2016 - May 2019 • Lodi, CA
What I liked
I enjoyed helping students learn the subject. Math doesn't always come easy for people so helping them and watching them grow throughout the year was the most rewarding aspect. They always showed their gratitude after doing well on a test or having a good grade in class.
What I wish was different
Some students weren't so eager to get the tutoring. I wish students would understand that putting in a little more effort to learn the basics will help them in the future.
Advice
I would share that being patient with the students and adapting to their learning abilities is essential towards helping them succeed. Some math teachers are patient with all 30-40 students in their class. This one on one tutoring should be for them to help however they need it.
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Music Production
May 2019 • Eden, UT
What I liked
I was able to go to Maui this past summer, which was amazing! Also, I got my music on two radio stations one in L.A. and one in the United Kingdom.
What I wish was different
I wish I would have saved more money before leaving my job as a chef.
Advice
Get out of your comfort zone, sometimes you need to feel comfortable being uncomfortable.
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House cleaner
August 2011 • Wichita, KS
What I liked
Cleaning
What I wish was different
Going to get a real job or internship
Advice
Work many jobs so you know what you want your career to be.
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Freelance Artist
May - August 2019 • Marquette, MI
What I liked
What I wish was different
Advice
It would be cool if there was more education provided on campus to help those who want to be self-employed following school.
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General Contractor
May - August 2019 • Walden, CO
What I liked
What I wish was different
Advice
College students should go learn a trade... That way you always have cash jobs and work when you want it. I just worked when I wanted this summer, but mainly traveled around the country.
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Dog Sitter
May 2019 • Incline Village-Crystal Bay, NV
What I liked
I got to spend time with dogs and relieve stress. I got to hike and exercise, also relieving stress. I recovered from crying whenever I saw a dog because my dog passed away this year.
What I wish was different
Nothing
Advice
Have fun
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Self Employed
May - August 2019 • Cape Coral, FL
What I liked
Setting my own hours, not answering to a boss, knowing I made the money myself.
What I wish was different
I wish I could have made some more cash.
Advice
Definitely work for yourself, and do not deal with the hassle of a boss.
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Birth and postpartum doula
March 2015 • Bellingham, WA
What I liked
Everything
What I wish was different
Nothing
Advice
Work hard!
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Started my own business
July 2019 • Fort Worth, TX
What I liked
The freedom to do and create as I wanted.
What I wish was different
I wish I had been better prepared and had more ready to show my customers.
Advice
If you think you have enough product, you don't get more.
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Pet Sitter
August 2017 • Lincoln, NE
What I liked
Working with dogs and cats!
What I wish was different
Nothing! I loved the experience.
Advice
You must have patience and a kind heart when working with animals.
