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5 Ways for Teenagers to Make $1000
Jul 7, 2024
5 Ways for Teenagers to Make $1000
Introduction
Speaker: Josh from the School of Hard Knocks
Aim: Discuss 5 effective ways for teenagers to make money
Call to action: Like and subscribe to the channel
1. Lawn Mowing
Personal Experience: Josh started at 13
Requirements: Lawn mower, basic skills
How to start:
Learn how to mow a lawn (practice on family/friends)
Create flyers using Microsoft Word or Google Docs
Distribute flyers in your neighborhood
Benefits:
Lower cost attracts customers
Potential earnings: $1080/month (charging $30 per lawn for 9 clients once a week)
Year-round business in warm climates
2. Growing a Social Media Channel
Speaker: James from the School of Hard Knocks
Opportunities: YouTube, TikTok, brand partnerships, affiliate marketing
Benefits of social media channels:
Monetization: Paid per views, Creator Fund
Affiliate commissions
Ability to market own products and build a personal brand
Personal Experience: James grew a TikTok channel to nearly 1 million followers
3. Flipping Items
Speaker: Jack from the School of Hard Knocks
Methods:
Garage Sales: Use yardsalesearch.com to find local sales
Retail Arbitrage: Buy cheap items in bulk from stores like Target, Walmart
Tips:
Research item values using eBay or Amazon before buying
Selling Platforms: eBay (50 free listings), Amazon (FBA, $35/month)
4. Youth Sports Referee
Target audience: Sports enthusiasts
Requirements:
Obtain a referee license (cost: $50-$150)
Start as an assistant, then work up to head referee
Earnings: $48-$200 per game (depending on the level – JV, Varsity)
Benefits: Choose own hours, engage in a sport you love
5. Selling a Service
Wide range of possibilities: Tutoring, photography, videography, haircutting, makeup
Steps to get started:
Identify skill set you excel in
Market your services to friends, family, and local community
Examples:
Offer photoshoots for events (graduations, parties)
Tutoring in school subjects
Haircut services at a lower rate
Graphic design services (Photoshop, Adobe)
Potential to work with clients online and out-of-state
Conclusion
Encourage viewers to subscribe for more content
Thank the audience for watching
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