More technical work, and a little less 'mindless' tasking.
Advice
Worth it, met some excellent people to have as contacts and linked in connections
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remodeling houses
June 2019 • Caldwell, ID
What I liked
Working at my own pace and working alone
What I wish was different
More funds for better product
Advice
Do your research or take proper classes before partaking in this type of work.
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Handyman
May 2015 - September 2019 • Coventry, CT
What I liked
I loved being able to meet people and work for some cool people.
What I wish was different
I wish that I worked a bit more and took less time off
Advice
Make sure that if you are working for Self, they let you make your own hours, make sure that you make a full time schedule and stick with it the whole time.
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lease operator oil field
May 2019 • Drumright, OK
What I liked
What I wish was different
Advice
I would have finished college in my earlier years instead of going back when I had a family. It makes it difficult.
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Lawn Caretaker
January 2011 • Galveston, TX
What I liked
I like mowing grass.
What I wish was different
I wish I was stronger and faster.
Advice
Sharp blades cut better than dull blades.
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Construction Carpenter
May 2019 • Atlanta, GA
What I liked
Enjoyed building homes
What I wish was different
More money
Advice
Learning is fun
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Yoga Instructor
June 2018 • Tucson, AZ
What I liked
What I wish was different
Advice
Ton of fun
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Child care provider
May 2010 • Gaylord, MN
What I liked
Working with kids.
What I wish was different
Advice
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Self employed
January 2015 • Manteca, CA
What I liked
Controlling my schedule
What I wish was different
The consistent hours
Advice
Hustling for your own business is hard
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Babysitting
May 2017 • Fairfield Township, NJ
What I liked
The kids
What I wish was different
The pay and hours
Advice
Always stay positive and patient with kids
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Babysitting
May - August 2019 • Waco, TX
What I liked
I love being able to work with kids and watch as they grow up. I love helping parents out with their daily needs. I love being a support system for the kids and taking them to activities and birthday parties and stuff.
What I wish was different
Advice
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Mobile Notary Signing Agent
October 2014 • Mesa, AZ
What I liked
I get to set my own hours and work when I want. I am not confined to one specific location, but travel all over the area.
What I wish was different
I wish there was a way to ensure that the appointments are scheduled in a way that makes them easy to drive to, but that is not always possible.
Advice
Don't set out to start your own business or become a contract employee if you aren't willing to do all the work that is takes to make sure you have business always coming in.
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Tutoring
May - August 2019 • Vienna, WV
What I liked
I was able to make my own schedule.
What I wish was different
I wouId have liked to have more clients.
Advice
Market yourself because the need for your skills are present if you look.
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Caregiver
June 2017 - August 2019 • Tucson, AZ
What I liked
The bond I made with my client.
What I wish was different
That she was not terminally ill and how she had to pass away.
Advice
Caregiving his physically, emotionally, and mentally challenging. Be prepared to grow and learn beyond your own expectations.
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Housekeeping Cleaner
January 2018 • Pocatello, ID
What I liked
The hours are flexible.
What I wish was different
I like what I do.
Advice
Do a good job every time.
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Nannying
May 2019 • Louisville, KY
What I liked
The girls I nannied
What I wish was different
Nothing!
Advice
Nannying was easy to do because of my network. I believe a good network is everything!
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Daycare Provider
June - July 2019 • Brandon, MS
What I liked
I invited the neighbor's kids to spend the summer with my kids. I charged their parents much less than the daycare that they usually attend. My kids had friends to play with and I covered my expenses for having them.
What I wish was different
I should have charged more.
Advice
Make sure you have a vehicle big enough to carry all of the kids you are going to keep. You do NOT want to be stuck inside with them all day.
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Wedding DJ
June 2018 • Tempe, AZ
What I liked
Working for myself has been profitable and liberating! I like being my own boss.
What I wish was different
I wish I'd had a mentor in the business.
Advice
If you are good at something you may be able to start your own business for it.
