Friday, January 8, 2010

Five Ways to Get Rich (or Not) on the Side









I decided to do a different type of entry today. If you're anything like me, then you desperately need more money in life. Even if you're not like me, more money wouldn't hurt. And, even if you're filthy rich (which I doubt) you probably still crave money. So, I've decided to list (in no particular order) five ways to make money on the side, along with my feelings about how effective these ideas actually are.

1. Part-time job
Rating: Good





















Reason: The main way to get more money in life always has been, and will probably continue to be, working more hours (at least until giant robots take over the world in 2115). Whether you work as a tutor, a baby sitter, an Ebay seller, a McDonalds burger flipper, or muscle for the Italian mafia, a second job is the best way out there to ensure a reliable source of extra cash.

Cons: Who wants to work at McDonalds? And, even if we did, who has the time? Not I, said the little cat.

2. Couponing
Rating: Average





















Reason: If you can't make more money, you can at least spend less money. Milking the system for all its worth isn't going to make you any friends with store owners, big retailers, or dinner party guest who have to eat three month expired salad dressing, but it does cut costs when all else fails.

Cons: I tried this for about a six month period at one point. It's hard. First, you have to have access to lots of coupons, which is not easy. Then, you have to take the time to clip, organize, and match those coupons with deals and freebies (again not easy). On top of that, you have to find a way to use the stuff you buy -- again not easy, especially if you didn't really want any of the stuff in the first place.

3. Blogging
Rating: Mediocre

























Reason: Admit it. Everyone on Blogger who has Adsense (like me) and who has spammed for followers/hits on their blog (me again) secretly dreams of striking it rich. What else could be easier? You hop online, type a couple of silly anecdotes a couple times a week, have the one million online fans that know and love you read the story (and click on some ads while their on your site), rack up millions of dollars in your sleep, and retire to Maui while the rest of the poor saps have to work for a living. Sounds easy, right?

Cons: Doesn't work. In my time blogging, I've managed to make a grand total of about $16.49 for six months of work and 40+ blog entries. Why? First off, no one reads these blogs. Think about it: out of your friends, coworkers, family, etc., how many faithfully follow the blogs of some stranger off the internet? Excluding people who live in an apartment with 10+ cats and have stacks of newspapers from 1965, my guess is around zero. And, even if they do read your blog, they never, ever, for any reason, click your ads. Out of the $16.49 I've made, I know for a fact that about $16.45 of it was from clicks by either myself or my close family members.

By the way, if you've read this far in the blog, you could consider taking a hint from the previous paragraph and . . . click. I have them all up there. Don't you want to know what "Male Hair Replacement" or an associates degree from the University of Phoenix can do for you? Then, CLICK!

4. Pay-to-click emails
Rating: Blah














Reason: I once made 25 bucks off this. Hooray -- 25 bucks! I can retire now!

Cons: You're never going to get rich doing this. Actually, in terms of dollars per hour, it's probably not even worth your time.

5. Stock Market
Rating: Excellent



























Reason: There are two ways to go with money in life: invest in stocks or work for those who do. Seriously, this is the naugthy little secret of the rich. Stocks have a historical annual return rate of about 11% -- WOW! For those of you bad at math, it adds up to lots of freaking money after a while.

Cons: It takes money to make money. To seriously get involved in stocks, you probably need at least $1000, maybe more, to compensate for brokerage fees. Also, the volatility of the whole thing will sometimes eat you alive (think last year). Still, it's the best way to make money out there -- long term -- that doesn't involve grease fires, burger flipping, and being called pinche gringo by fat guys from Juarez.

Well, there you have it. Take it for what its worth. And, CLACK ON MY AADS!!!!


Give me your feedback. What are some ways you've tried to get rich (or die trying)?

77 comments:

  1. Keep up the hilarity man!!! This stuff is very entertaining!!!

    Follow me on my site

    http://www.blindspecs.com

    ReplyDelete
  2. Have you ever thought about publishing an ebook or guest authoring on
    other websites? I have a blog based upon on the same ideas you discuss and would
    really like to have you share some stories/information. I know my viewers would value your
    work. If you are even remotely interested, feel free to send me an e-mail.
    Have a look at my weblog :: feriehus tyrkia

    ReplyDelete
  3. My relatives always say that I am wasting my time here at net, however I
    know I am getting knowledge all the time by reading thes good articles or
    reviews.
    Also visit my web blog hus i alanya

    ReplyDelete
  4. It's truly very complex in this full of activity life to listen news on Television, therefore I just use world wide web for that reason, and take the latest information.
    Here is my webpage ... dunhill red

    ReplyDelete
  5. You can certainly see your skills in the work you write.
    The sector hopes for even more passionate writers such as you who are
    not afraid to say how they believe. At all times follow your
    heart.
    Feel free to visit my web site ... cheap cigarettes

    ReplyDelete
  6. Thanks very interesting blog!
    Also visit my web page ; newport cigarettes online

    ReplyDelete
  7. Hey there! I've been reading your site for a long time now and finally got the bravery to go ahead and give you a shout out from Houston Tx! Just wanted to say keep up the good job!
    Feel free to surf my page ... watch nfl online

    ReplyDelete
  8. I was suggested this web site by my cousin. I am not sure
    whether this post is written by him as nobody else know
    such detailed about my difficulty. You're incredible! Thanks!
    Look at my blog post :: Nfl games Online

    ReplyDelete
  9. Wow, marvelous blog format! How lengthy have you ever been
    running a blog for? you make running a blog look easy. The whole glance of your site is magnificent, as smartly as the content!
    my website :: nfl games online

    ReplyDelete
  10. That is very attention-grabbing, You're a very professional blogger. I've joined your rss feed and stay up
    for in quest of more of your great post. Additionally, I've shared your site in my social networks
    My weblog ; how to make an app

    ReplyDelete
  11. Touche. Outstanding arguments. Keep up the amazing spirit.
    My webpage: panic attacks treatment

    ReplyDelete
  12. Hello, I enjoy reading all of your post. I like to write a
    little comment to support you.
    Feel free to surf my web-site Work from home

    ReplyDelete
  13. you're actually a excellent webmaster. The web site loading pace is incredible. It sort of feels that you are doing any unique trick. Furthermore, The contents are masterpiece. you have performed a fantastic process on this topic!
    Also see my page :: http://www.yourtobaccosstore.com

    ReplyDelete
  14. I hardly leave responses, however i did a few searching and
    wound up here "Five Ways to Get Rich (or Not) on the Side".
    And I do have a few questions for you if it's allright. Is it just me or does it give the impression like a few of these remarks appear like left by brain dead individuals? :-P And, if you are posting on additional online social sites, I'd
    like to keep up with everything fresh you have to post. Could
    you make a list of the complete urls of all your community pages like your twitter feed, Facebook page
    or linkedin profile?
    Feel free to visit my site - how to speed up computer

    ReplyDelete
  15. I just could not go away your site before suggesting that I
    extremely enjoyed the usual info a person supply to your visitors?
    Is going to be back frequently in order to investigate cross-check new posts
    Here is my web-site ; golden virginia tobacco

    ReplyDelete
  16. Hi there! Would you mind if I share your blog with my twitter group?

    There's a lot of people that I think would really appreciate your content. Please let me know. Thank you
    Also see my page :: cheap cigarettes

    ReplyDelete
  17. I enjoy what you guys tend to be up too.
    This type of clever work and reporting! Keep up the great works guys I've added you guys to our blogroll.
    Feel free to visit my web page - Leiligheter i Tyrkia

    ReplyDelete
  18. Heya i am for the first time here. I came across this board
    and I find It truly helpful & it helped me out much.

    I am hoping to give one thing back and aid others such as you aided me.
    My web site > amphora pipe tobacco

    ReplyDelete
  19. Spot on with this write-up, I truly believe this site needs a lot more
    attention. I'll probably be returning to see more, thanks for the info!
    My blog ; Asunnot Bodrum

    ReplyDelete
  20. I really like it whenever people come together and share opinions.
    Great blog, continue the good work!
    My web-site - old holborn yellow

    ReplyDelete
  21. I truly love your blog.. Excellent colors & theme.
    Did you make this amazing site yourself?
    Please reply back as I'm planning to create my own personal site and want to find out where you got this from or what the theme is named. Thank you!
    Feel free to surf my blog post - yourtobaccosstore.com

    ReplyDelete
  22. Greetings! Very helpful advice in this particular post!
    It's the little changes that make the largest changes. Thanks for sharing!
    Feel free to visit my web blog - borkum Riff

    ReplyDelete
  23. Excellent article. I am experiencing many of these issues as
    well..
    Also visit my web-site ... Ferienwohnung Türkei

    ReplyDelete
  24. Howdy! This article couldn't be written any better! Going through this article reminds me of my previous roommate! He always kept talking about this. I most certainly will send this post to him. Pretty sure he's going to have a great read.
    I appreciate you for sharing!
    My web blog Villa kaufen Antalya

    ReplyDelete
  25. Hmm it seems like your site ate my first comment (it was extremely long) so
    I guess I'll just sum it up what I wrote and say, I'm thoroughly enjoying your blog.

    I too am an aspiring blog blogger but I'm still new to the whole thing. Do you have any tips for newbie blog writers? I'd
    certainly appreciate it.
    Feel free to surf my webpage ... immobilienalanya.net

    ReplyDelete
  26. What a data of un-ambiguity and preserveness of precious experience about unpredicted feelings.
    Have a look at my blog post ... Http://Asuntoturkista.Net/

    ReplyDelete
  27. I visited multiple sites except the audio feature for audio
    songs existing at this web page is in fact marvelous.
    Here is my blog post lägenhet i Antalya

    ReplyDelete
  28. I'm not sure the place you are getting your information, however great topic. I must spend a while learning much more or understanding more. Thank you for magnificent info I was on the lookout for this info for my mission.
    Also visit my web site ; Leiligheter til salgs i Bodrum

    ReplyDelete
  29. Do you have any video of that? I'd love to find out some additional information.
    Here is my page ; bostaditurkiet.net

    ReplyDelete
  30. If some one wishes to be updated with hottest technologies then he
    must be go to see this web page and be up to date all
    the time.
    Feel free to surf my blog post ... boligityrkia.net

    ReplyDelete
  31. Hey there! I simply wish to give you a big thumbs up for your great information you've got right here on this post. I will be returning to your site for more soon.
    Also see my webpage - Wohnungen kaufen bodrum

    ReplyDelete
  32. I was suggested this website by my cousin. I am not sure whether this post is written by
    him as no one else know such detailed about my trouble.
    You are incredible! Thanks!
    Also visit my web-site propertyinturkeyforsale.net

    ReplyDelete
  33. Hello to all, the contents present at this website are really amazing for people experience, well, keep up the
    good work fellows.
    Also visit my web blog : Apartments for sale in Bodrum

    ReplyDelete
  34. Somebody necessarily assist to make critically posts I
    would state. This is the very first time I frequented your web page and thus far?
    I surprised with the research you made to make this actual post amazing.
    Fantastic job!
    Review my homepage :: http://boligityrkia.net/

    ReplyDelete
  35. I visited various blogs but the audio quality for audio songs current at this site is really superb.
    Here is my website : Asunto Turkissa

    ReplyDelete
  36. This is my first time pay a quick visit at here and i am
    really impressed to read everthing at one place.
    Review my site ; Apartments in Turkey

    ReplyDelete
  37. When someone writes an paragraph he/she maintains the idea
    of a user in his/her mind that how a user can be aware of it.
    Thus that's why this paragraph is amazing. Thanks!
    Review my webpage : hus till salu i Alanya

    ReplyDelete
  38. Wow, superb blog layout! How long have you been blogging for?
    you make blogging look easy. The overall look of your site is excellent, let alone the content!
    Here is my blog post :: lägenheter i alanya till salu

    ReplyDelete
  39. Great blog here! Also your website loads up fast!
    What web host are you using? Can I get your affiliate link to your host?
    I wish my site loaded up as fast as yours lol
    my page > Koti Alanyasta

    ReplyDelete
  40. Wow, wonderful blog layout! How long have you been blogging
    for? you made blogging look easy. The overall look of your website
    is great, let alone the content!
    Feel free to visit my web site : www.yourtobaccosstore.com

    ReplyDelete
  41. Whats up very nice website!! Man .. Excellent .
    . Amazing .. I will bookmark your web site and take the feeds also?
    I'm glad to find numerous helpful info right here in the post, we'd like develop
    extra techniques on this regard, thanks for sharing. . . .
    . .
    My blog post best acne treatment

    ReplyDelete
  42. Hello i am kavin, its my first time to commenting
    anywhere, when i read this post i thought i could
    also make comment due to this sensible post.
    Also see my website: tattoo removal

    ReplyDelete
  43. It's awesome to pay a visit this web page and reading the views of all mates on the topic of this post, while I am also zealous of getting knowledge.
    Feel free to visit my homepage ; tatoo removal

    ReplyDelete
  44. Good day! I just wish to give you a huge thumbs up for the
    great info you have got here on this post. I am returning to your website for more soon.
    Also visit my web blog ; how to lose man boobs

    ReplyDelete
  45. It's remarkable in favor of me to have a website, which is valuable for my know-how. thanks admin
    Also visit my blog - diablo 3 monk guide

    ReplyDelete
  46. What's up friends, its fantastic article concerning tutoringand fully defined, keep it up all the time.
    Stop by my site ; skin from

    ReplyDelete
  47. Do you mind if I quote a couple of your articles as long
    as I provide credit and sources back to your website?
    My blog is in the exact same area of interest as yours and my visitors would definitely benefit from some of the information you present here.
    Please let me know if this ok with you. Thanks!
    Feel free to surf my homepage : http://blitzher.com/index.php?do=/blog/5655/fully-guaranteed-techniques-on-how-best-to-make-money-on-line/

    ReplyDelete
  48. Thanks very interesting blog!
    Feel free to surf my site ; make a

    ReplyDelete
  49. whoah this weblog is magnificent i love studying your articles.

    Stay up the good work! You recognize, a lot of people are searching round for
    this information, you could aid them greatly.
    My webpage : how to prevent acne yahoo answers

    ReplyDelete
  50. Excellent beat ! I wish to apprentice whilst you amend your website, how can i
    subscribe for a blog web site? The account aided me a applicable deal.
    I were a little bit familiar of this your broadcast
    provided brilliant clear idea
    Here is my page :: propertyinturkeyforsale.net

    ReplyDelete
  51. Some lenders require additional terms, especially should you wish to borrow over
    $500 short term loans or fire up every one of the variables
    required for monthly expenses to determine what income you are going to experience.

    ReplyDelete
  52. If you qualify for $1,000 and you also really merely have $600, then do not borrow
    the whole $1,000 loans for bad credit often
    these lenders offer a reason for first-time customers which brings the price down even lower.

    ReplyDelete
  53. Knowing approval criteria of dealers and making comparison between different
    products, specially when it can be second chance finance auto loan, could possibly be an overwhelming and time-consuming task
    payday loans online because the money is
    deposited electronically, they're usually designed for immediate withdrawal.

    ReplyDelete
  54. Plus, your a bad credit score loans apply online instantly
    no credit check loans uk
    so it is crucial that you receive the right and relevant information.

    ReplyDelete
  55. The lenders make money from customers that are struggling to pay punctually,
    so try to never fall in to the trap get instant cash payday is away, and you simply don't want to bother friends, knowing their difficult family situation and financial hardships.

    ReplyDelete
  56. Ideally, your emergency fund must be at least 6 to 8 months of living expenses, which includes charge
    card payments Faxless payday loan interestingly, financial institutions have appropriately chosen the period of diwali to
    cut the eye rates and treating their move as being a festive offer.

    ReplyDelete
  57. They appeared borrowing amounts they couldn't afford to at rates that were far out of line using what other subprime lenders were charging moocowpaydayloans.co.uk while not so great for the industry itself, this could be a welcomed change for people that happen to be or might become victim to such business practices.

    ReplyDelete
  58. The endorsed cash amount can vary greatly depending on
    your responsibility and repayment aptitude quick loans those fha
    mortgages are government-insured, this means the federal government is holding the bag on any loans built belly up.

    ReplyDelete
  59. Just bring your free and clear car title for your nearest branch, qualify for your loan, and drive away with
    your car along with your cash bad credit loans robberiesseem to beincreasing through the entire community.

    ReplyDelete
  60. They can simply be by a company with experience of Static
    Control Components static control device purchased Instant payday
    the requirement for money has risen a great deal, which
    means declining velocity plus a money multiplier lower than one.

    ReplyDelete
  61. Thanks for one's marvelous posting! I really enjoyed reading it, you might be a great author. I will be sure to bookmark your blog and will often come back in the future. I want to encourage you to continue your great writing, have a nice holiday weekend!

    Here is my weblog blockhouse

    ReplyDelete
  62. You turn out paying both institutions and up
    to double the main payback amount quick quick loans the company has
    delivered slightly more than 500 roadsters to customers, and also the government loan will help buy a southern
    california manufacturing facility for your model
    s sedan, due this year.

    ReplyDelete
  63. We want our customers -- we generate income,
    when our customers borrow and employ finance products
    responsibly, which's the approach that people've been following instantpaydayloans4realuk.co.Uk have you always been a fan from
    the sort of advances which are classic and hence that can always help you each and every
    moment of the life without sort of risk or eve tension.

    ReplyDelete
  64. Stipulation you identify the progress of increasing, it determination assist that you approach up through
    the most suitable choice that you can still make Online Loans Uk the fact that it could be hard
    to qualify of these terms is a consideration, however the freedom and flexibility of other available choices could be more incentive to test
    into them.

    ReplyDelete
  65. Hey, I think your blog might be having browser compatibility issues.
    When I look at your blog in Ie, it looks fine
    but when opening in Internet Explorer, it has some overlapping.
    I just wanted to give you a quick heads up! Other then that, excellent
    blog!

    Feel free to visit my web blog - payday loans

    ReplyDelete
  66. Thank you for the good writeup. It in fact was a amusement account it.

    Look advanced to far added agreeable from you! However, how can we communicate?
    http://monkeypoundstillpayday.co.uk

    ReplyDelete
  67. Admiring the persistence you put into your blog and detailed information you provide.
    It's great to come across a blog every once in a while that isn't the same out of
    date rehashed material. Great read! I've bookmarked your site and I'm including your RSS feeds to my
    Google account.

    Stop by my web site; instant loans uk

    ReplyDelete
  68. Hello there! This post could not be written any better!
    Reading through this post reminds me of my old room mate!
    He always kept chatting about this. I will forward this write-up to
    him. Fairly certain he will have a good read. Thank you for sharing!


    Also visit my site ... payday loans

    ReplyDelete
  69. You've remarkable information on this website.

    Review my weblog :: instant loans no credit check

    ReplyDelete
  70. Slash the epidermis during a queue just around the core apple company company using striking device.
    Guy medicines slicing as well trimming the very manhood growths.
    When you start growing your company painless
    a dinner party pots and pans in the market wealthy use revolutionary give
    you, because of this clogging your gutters mid-section to heart-healthy, life-giving produce,
    you happen to be obviously minimize identify the things which
    people want to a reduced amount of. A little bit of vit c the skin loses should your shape
    places encounter the air. The answer's: To have which the climatic conditions insidewithin all the products or services to -8C (17F) which will -15C (5F) extremely fast, 8 returning to Half an, according to the type on the height and width of the beauty products. There will be varying does that leave quite a few stand out from others.

    My web blog microwave convection oven drawer

    ReplyDelete
  71. Kaitlyn Dever Celebrity Profile - Check out the latest Kaitlyn Dever photo gallery, biography, pics, pictures, interviews, news, forums and blogs at Celebrity Ping!

    ReplyDelete

  72. تتطلب جميع السيارات ، الجديدة والقديمة ، نوعًا من الصيانة الدورية للسيارة من أجل إبقائها تعمل بشكل صحيح. حتى لو كنت مجتهدًا في أخذ سيارتك إلى وكالة تويوتا كلما سمعت ضجيجًا مضحكًا أو حان وقت تغيير الزيت ، فمن المؤكد أنك ستواجه بعض الإصلاحات المكلفة التي لم تكن مستعدًا لها. في حين أن معظم تكاليف الصيانة والاستبدال خارجة عن سيطرتك وهي مجرد عبء مالي سيتعين عليك التعامل معه ، إلا أن هناك عددًا قليلاً من الخطوات التي يمكنك اتخاذها للتوفير في مشكلات صيانة السيارة البسيطة.

    بالنسبة لمعظم الناس ، تعتبر السيارة وسيلة نقل ضرورية يجب أن نستمر في الركض من أجل الوصول إلى العمل ، أو توصيل الأطفال إلى المدرسة ، أو مجرد التجول في المدينة. في حين أن بعض الناس قد يميلون ميكانيكيًا عندما يتعلق الأمر بصيانة السيارة ، فإن هذا ليس هو الحال دائمًا. هذا هو المكان الذي يأتي فيه وكيل Long Beach Toyota الخاص بك. ومع ذلك ، فإن أخذ سيارتك إلى وكيل تويوتا الخاص بك على أساس منتظم قد يكون مكلفًا وغير ضروري. بالطبع ضع في اعتبارك أن النصائح الواردة أدناه لن تمنح سيارتك قوى خارقة ، فلا يزال من المهم جدًا اصطحاب سيارتك إلى ورشة إصلاح السيارات الموثوق بها في Long Beach عند ظهور مشاكل كبيرة أو ضوضاء غريبة. على الرغم من أنك لست خبيرًا ، فهناك عدد قليل من الإصلاحات والأشياء الوقائية التي يمكنك القيام بها والتي ستوفر لك المال الذي تنفقه على صيانة السيارة.

    نصائح للتوفير في صيانة السيارة

    يمكن أن توفر لك الإصلاحات والاستبدالات الصغيرة التي يمكنك إجراؤها على سيارتك مئات الدولارات ، وتساعد دائمًا في اكتساب مهارة جديدة مفيدة أو اثنتين!

    بترول

    يعد تغيير الزيت أمرًا ضروريًا للأداء العام لسيارتك ، ولكنه قد يكون مكلفًا. إذا كانت سيارتك تستخدم زيتًا عاديًا ، فستحتاج إلى تغييره كل 3000 ميل أو 3 أشهر ، أيهما أقرب. إذا كنت تقود كثيرًا ، فمن المؤكد أن هذا يمكن أن يضيف. قد يبدو تغيير الزيت الخاص بك أمرًا صعبًا ، لكنه في الواقع شيء يمكنك تعليم نفسك القيام به ، وسيوفر لك المال. يجب أن يستغرق الأمر حوالي 45 دقيقة فقط ويكلف 20 دولارًا (للزيت والفلتر) ، وهو أرخص بكثير. نصيحة: تأكد من عدم تغيير الزيت أبدًا عندما تكون سيارتك ساخنة!

    ماسحات الزجاج الأمامي

    إن كونك استباقيًا واستبدال مساحات الزجاج الأمامي عندما تبدأ في التعثر هو حل سريع آخر يمكنك القيام به بنفسك وسيوفر لك المال. تكلف حوالي 15 دولارًا ويجب استبدالها بحوالي 10 دقائق فقط.

    نظف بطاريتك

    تذكّر التحقق من اتصال البطارية من وقت لآخر سيمنعك من الاضطرار إلى التعامل مع الحصول على بطارية جديدة عندما يكون الأمر أقل ملاءمة. قم بشراء فرشاة سلكية (يجب أن تكون حوالي 5 دولارات) ونظف المنشورات بسائل إزالة التآكل. سيساعد ذلك على الاستمرار لفترة أطول وسيمنحك أيضًا فكرة عن مقدار الحياة المتبقية.

    المصابيح الأمامية

    من المحتمل أن يكلفك استبدال المصابيح الأمامية بنفسك ما بين 20 إلى 100 دولار ، اعتمادًا على نوع اللمبة التي تحتاجها. من المفترض أن يستغرق الأمر 10 دقائق فقط حتى تكتمل ، لذا من الأفضل أن تفعل ذلك بنفسك ثم خذه.

    إن إيجاد طرق للتوفير في صيانة السيارة ليس بالأمر الصعب الذي قد تتخيله. من تغيير الزيت الخاص بك إلى فحص البطارية وتنظيفها بانتظام ، هناك طرق يمكنك من خلالها صيانة سيارتك بين يديك.



    صيانة اودي الرياض

    صيانة سيارات بورش الرياض


    قطع اودي الرياض

    ورشة اصلاح سيارات

    ReplyDelete

LinkWithin

Related Posts with Thumbnails
comments powered by Disqus