Right now my husband works 13 hr days/5 days a week.  Plus an additional 1 hr. of driving time.  We are really struggling with money.  We have 7 kids.  (NO WELFARE!)  I have started my own home and office cleaning service to work at night when my husband is home.  I only have 4 jobs, and am trying to pick up more.  I have advertised in the newspaper, had business cards made up, everything I can think of.  So, until I get more cleaning jobs...what are some other things I could do to help out??  We are behind, and really struggling  right now.  Any ideas??  (I am starting to sell stuff on Ebay also.)
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You said you had business cards made up.  Where or who did you hand those out to?  Hand them out to people you know through any social organization that you are a part of.  There should also be a local chapter for business women in your city where you can network.  Another way to pick up business is through word of mouth.  Something you could try is offering a discount or another incentive to your current clients if they refer someone to you.
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Research!!!   you need to make sure you could support your family while the business picks up - also - running your own business is not easy - much easier to work for someone else - but not as rewarding...   But, big BUT!   What happends if you're ill?   think of problems you might face & think of ways around them..
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wow ! i don't have an answer, but i will pray that god will bless you & your family \ncoming in & going out, is there a second job some where that is safe to take your kids to that would be also entertaining for them that you could work!
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Whew!! I'm tired just from reading what you accomplish in a days time. I would say your definitely not lazy. I also am a "domestic goddess" (work at home but dont get paid ). People are constantly saying "it must nice to not have to work". It used to bother me alot what other people thought, now I simply smile and reply "it is". Afterall, if we arent getting paid for what work we do, we cant lie around and watch soaps all day and eat bon bons. Cause we cant afford the bon bons.
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I had the same problem.  I used a few techniques to solve this problem:\n\n1. Imagine yourself without a job and struggling in unemployment lines for any financial assistance. How terrible would that be?\n\n2. If you have a computer, connected to the internet at work, try joining an online multiplayer game, or chatroom, or something to look forward to everyday when you are on your way to work. MAKE SURE YOU DO THIS DURING BREAK!\n\n3. Try to make friends at work, they might help you make work more fun (or a NIGHTMARE :P)\n\n4. (this one worked the best for me)  Imagine that you work for yourself, you own a business.  If you are a bank teller, imagine that you run a bank service business and the bank that you work for is your customer.  If you are an accountant at a company, consider yourself an accountant consultant for this company.  You are not just getting a bi-weekly paycheck, you are getting paid for the work that you do.  The point here is to believe that NO ONE owns you, you work for yourself, but you have some responsiblities you have to take care of in order to get paid.  So make best of it.\n\n5.  Try picking up hobbies afterwork, like baseball, soccer, bowling, etc.\n\nI hope this helps.  Good Luck!\n-Mo
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I'm sorry to hear about your situation, but at 34 weeks,  you need to start taking it easy. I'm at 36 and find that I'm limited in what I even feel up to doing anymore. Sometimes just some shopping and cleaning leaves me wiped out.\n\nChances are, you'd only be able to work for another 3 weeks, 4 tops before you'd have to stop. And then there's the matter of whether or not you plan to return to work after the baby and how long. I'm not sure if there is employment out there that is so short term. If anything, your husband may want to consider something temporary until he finds a better position.\n\nI know that's not the sort of answer you want, but it is the most realistic. My husband and I are only living on $300/week right now, so I know what it is like to have a baby on the way and be strapped for cash, but don't stress too much or overwork yourself, it does affect the baby.
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I would recommend seeking advice from a SCORE counselor. You can solicit advice from someone in your area... and it is free!\nthe website is www.score.org. \n\nVisit the site, perform a search for your keywords (entrepreneurship, marketing strategies, etc) and limit the results to counselors in your state. Perhaps you may find someone close enough to your business endeavors that you can visit them one-on-one.\n\nOr, if you are fearful of competition, choose a counselor in a neighboring state so that you can be assured the advice they give will not conflict with what your cleaning business venture is trying to accomplish.\n\nAs for charging, perhaps your clients by the job (so they won't feel ripped off when someone takes 5 hours to do a job) and you won't get ripped off (in case it only takes 1 hour to do a job, you won't get as much money as you need to even pay the workers).\n\nAlso become familiar with Publication 926 ("Household Employer's Tax Guide") which can be found at IRS.Gov website. Don't get caught slipping without the right IRS advice! You could get burnt and loose everything.
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I am in the same situation with you, though the reasons are different. I work full time at a job because I love the work so much, while at the same time working with my husband on our business while raising 2 very young kids.\n\nAs you know, it is NOT EASY. Coupled with the fact that I am one big procrastinator, which did not help any.\n\nHere is what I do:\n\n1. The night before, I plan out a list of what I need to do both at work and for the business. If I don't I'm hopelessly lost and often fail to do what I need to accomplish that day.\n\n2. I have mastered the art of not sleeping (or sleeping very little). I work for the business when the kids are asleep - so that starts at around 9 pm. I'm often up until 1 or 2 am.\n\n3. I work around the kids' naptime. In 1-2 hours in the afternoons, I need to cram as many work as I could do because when they wake up, it will be very difficult to get the work done.\n\n4. Hire babysitters. They are the lifesavers and they keep me sane. And allows me the luxury of work.\n\n5. Take care of yourself. This is extremely important. Sometimes if you push yourself too hard, it is counterproductive. Take a rest sometimes, take a breater. One thing I realized is that work never ends - even if you do not sleep now, there will still be work waiting for you tomorrow.
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First of all you need to decide how long your going to support him? If he's not trying to better himself and your marriage then it's time to talk. Now days a couple can't make it on one income. I feel if your working he needs to take care of home. When did you become the maid? If he knew ahead of time you where moving he could of prepared better.
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Going through a period of time being a single dad, I had similar problems.  I do not know your situation, but here are some things that have helped me.\n\nCan you do any portion of your work from home?\n\nWith utilities like PCANYWHERE and GOTOMYPC, I can accomplish alot from my home computer and it's just like I'm using my computer at work.  (This, of course only works if your work is done using a computer.) \n\nHave to checked into any "sick child" day cares?\n\nThey DO exist.  I have even heard of area hospitals supporting programs like this.  I have placed links below for you to look at.  Many people are not aware that these programs exist.  "Feeling Better" was a nurse ran facility in Sunnyvale, Ca.  I'm not sure if it's still open.  I am sure there are more, but I don't know what city you are in.
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I understand ... I'm a single parent ... I work full-time Monday thru Friday 8am-5pm ... and clean 2 different offices once a week for extra money just to cover the child support I've never received.\n\nDo you know how hard it is to get any type of help from the system or whatever they offer to you ... I guess I make too much money ( and believe me .. I don't ) but I get to watch all these single moms sit at home with no jobs, get food stamps, get free schooling/day care, their kids eat free at school, they get government housing and I'm working my @ss off with 3 different jobs .. paying $ 900 in rent alone just to make it .. \n\nYeah pisses me off too !
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I don't know what type of work you do. I was working for others. I couldn't find a job that paid more than 12 dollars an hour. This was 10 years ago. \nI needed more. I can't live off of that. So I ran an ad in the paper. The phone started ringing. I've never looked back. I started out very modest. 15 an hour. I was a steal. People kept tipping me and telling me to raise my rates. It wasn't easy. Long hours for a couple years. 16 hour days and getting paid for 7 or less.\nIt took me about 5 years to become well established. I'm now the guy everyone wants. I make more than triple what I did in the beginning working 1/3 as much. I'm not a greedy man but people doing the same thing I do get much more than that. I do give myself an occasional raise when I'm tired of working. That helps a lot. It's not easy being the boss. Being able to take a day or a week off anytime you want sure is nice though. \nHere's the best advice I ever got.\n-- \n"Be where you're supposed to be when you're supposed to be there. Do what you're supposed to do when you're supposed to do it".\n--\nThose words were said to me by a man who came to America at age 18 with twenty dollars in his pocket. He died a multi-millionaire. I used to hear those words in my head everyday while working. No doubt they helped. Good luck!\n.
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As a stay at home mom who sew's for extra money I tend to push people in that direction who want to make extra money too.\n\nOn our family home page http://www.allysgoodies.com I have a stay at home moms ideas for making money- Nothing spamy or any thing for sale its just some of my ideas.\n\nDepending on the time you have, you might consider:\nCraft Shows\nConsignment in a local store\nEBay\nStarting a website\nContacting local businesses - IE day cares in your area and ask them if you can put some flyer's in their lobby for free.\nDonut Shop- I know it sounds crazy but every donut shop I have been in has a bulletin board for local businesses.\nDepending on the zoning in your area- put a sign up in your yard that you do sewing and murals ( we are not allowed to do that in our area and its a big fine if you do, so check first)\n\nIts really hard quiting your job to go out on your own.  I worked for a large company as a corporate trainer before having the twins.  Going back after was just not an option with the cost of daycare times 2 so I started selling on eBay.\n\nI like eBay, its low risk - only the cost of a listing and you do not have to list any more items than you want to.  When things are stressful at work or home you don't have to list any, but when you need extra money you can list a bunch.\n\nHope this helps- Take care!
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Never quit your job until you have a new one lined up.  You should read a book called Rich Dad Poor Dad and get information on passive income.  That is income that eventually comes to you without any work on your part.  I am part of an MLM that provides me with passive income, email me at pinkcinnamon3@yahoo.com if you wanna sign up and try it out.  Its a nutritional supplement MLM that is absolutely amazing!
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Yahoo! Answers is about helping other people, not about getting paid. If you want some extra cash, try finding some extra work outside the home. Plus, you can use your new life experiences to answer more questions on Y!A - when you get the chance, that is.
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it all depends on your financial situation.  YOu definitely have a job taking care of three children, YOu could always make a little money babysitting while your children are in school but just because you dont have a "paying job" doesn't mean your job is any less important than your husbands.  If you weren't home to take care of the kids, clean house, cook, then your husband wouldn't be able to work.
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Ok I think I am qualified to answer this since my wife was a stay at home Mom to our Daughter for the first 9 years!\nShe just went back to work this year. Not because of the money but she just was ready to try something else!\nShe had certain priorities though, it had to be a job that still allowed her to drop off and pick up our Daughter each day at school meaning she only works about 5 hours. She took her time and found a job, at another school! This way she if off on all of the holidays as well as summer time to.\nDon't be scared, take your time this summer and see what is out there that will work for you and the children too!\nYou sound like a wonderful Mother (just like my wife) and I hope you have a wonderful Mother's day.\nGood luck!