Friday, March 27, 2009

Increase Your Earning Power In A Bad Economy: Part 5 of 5 Part Series

Ideas to help earn extra money with skills from your hobby or academic major

In the poor economic climate, many students are scrambling to earn extra cash at every possible chance. Rather than relying solely on a minimum wage, part-time retail or fast food job, look within at your own skills and branch out by freelancing or creating your own mini-business. Here are some lists of academic majors and skills you may have and suggested activities to get your creative juices flowing, who knows one may even become your next pay-check opportunity.

Majors: Public Relations, Advertising and Business Administration

Skills: Media Planning, Marketing, Management

Become a freelance PR/publicity representative for small companies and non-profit organizations

Be a small business management consultant for small businesses

Assist small businesses with writing a business plan

Create advertisement copy for small business and non-profit organizations

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