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There was a lot of this type of attitude after the massive layoffs during the housing collapse in 2008. Many were laid off and did not want to take jobs that were "beneath" them. Many of them learned from the hard truth that work is work. The smart ones took what they could get, from lawn service to dish washing, you need a roof over your head at night. Sure it sucks, but it is what you have to do in the time of need.
Either suck it up and take a low job to live or go in debt to live a pipe dream. Working a low paying job should motivate you to keep on looking while you work that low wage job.
Never take a loan (I doubt they even have those available) to get by and apply to jobs. Not worth it.
There was a slightly older than college age panhandler who used to ride on the same bus with my daughter to campus. She kept noticing him on his new Smartphone, new IPad, etc, etc while on the bus (he tucked away the electronics and put on a ragged coat before leaving the bus). One day she asked him how much he made while panhandling and he responded that it was from $75 to $150 a day tax-free. My daughter said that she felt like a chump being happy to have a part-time job that paid 25 cents more per hour than minimum wage.
I had some yards sales when I was completely broke. Had a sign saying, no gas to get to interviews. I HATED begging for gas money! I think most people don't want to do this, don't do it.There is just no way that is for me and I am not envious of people making money this way.
I'll be running out of money soon, and I still don't have work. I can make by with 500 a month where I live (although without a health insurance and car), so I don't need much, but...
Since I've never worked before, I am not eligible for unemployment, however, if I can just obtain a payday loan or two, I might be able to volunteer long enough to find a job.
The thing is my credit is poor, and I have no cosigners either.
You can always stay at the YMCA or a homeless shelter -- that would cover basic living expenses until you got a job. I would if I were you start taking any kind of work you can -- don't wait for an official job but mow lawns, do yard work, clean stables, do welding, anything until you can get a paying job.
There was a lot of this type of attitude after the massive layoffs during the housing collapse in 2008. Many were laid off and did not want to take jobs that were "beneath" them. Many of them learned from the hard truth that work is work. The smart ones took what they could get, from lawn service to dish washing, you need a roof over your head at night. Sure it sucks, but it is what you have to do in the time of need.
Either suck it up and take a low job to live or go in debt to live a pipe dream. Working a low paying job should motivate you to keep on looking while you work that low wage job.
Never take a loan (I doubt they even have those available) to get by and apply to jobs. Not worth it.
I've applied to a number of grocery stores, fast food places, restaurants, and warehouses. I had a few interviews, but I wasn't the one chosen. I don't even ask for a penny above minimum wage.
You can always stay at the YMCA or a homeless shelter -- that would cover basic living expenses until you got a job. I would if I were you start taking any kind of work you can -- don't wait for an official job but mow lawns, do yard work, clean stables, do welding, anything until you can get a paying job.
Actually there is a serious problem in my city in regards to shelter for men. They are supposedly going to build new facilities, but not in time for my deadline.
What are some tips for getting those odd jobs? That said, I currently live in an apartment and have no lawn mower, nor do I have a car, just a human powered bike.
I've applied to a number of grocery stores, fast food places, restaurants, and warehouses. I had a few interviews, but I wasn't the one chosen. I don't even ask for a penny above minimum wage.
Temp agency...they will get you out the door and working. Cut grass, collect aluminum cans, do what you have to do to get some cash.
Oops, you are right. But a labor agency would beat not working.
Plus labor agencies can turn into permanent temporary work
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