What would be a "good job idea" for a 14 year old?
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325771
babysitting, lawn mowing, camp counselor, if your city has a youth bureau or someplace that will hire teens that would be a good place to do it through
598813
Define "alot."\n\nAnd, sorry to say, at 14, it is unlikely you will make a lot of money really quickly. \n\nMow lawns. Walk dogs. Wash cars. Babysit. Run errands for elderly people. And next time... think ahead and save before the need is desperate.
563464
Those are both really good ideas.  See if you can offer to help out at your parents' places of work.
988990
i would define a good job as one you enjoy, are good at , and pays a fair wage that makes you feel its worth your time.  with the experence you have working for your mom you have a good start but your age does limit your options. is there a marina near you? borrow a vacume cleaner and cleaning supplies and offer to clean boats for people. offer to go fer for people on the beach, you know go fer food, drinks, sun block ask for a buck a trip. start a rent a kid service to do odd jobs like picking up a yard or helping clean a garage. take care of pets. run to the store for shut ins. you get the point by now i'm sure. good luck. i'm looking for someone like you myself since i always need help on the place but 1200 miles is a bit too far of a commute i guess
609660
As a teen, your best bet is good old fashion leg work. Go to the various fast food and retail establishments nearby and apply. You can also search the help wanted section of the newspaper, but leg work will probably be the most rewarding. Remember your first impression counts, so dress for an interview even when picking up apps. You could get an interview on the spot if your timing is right. \n\nOther preparation you should do:\n- Prepare a resume. It does not need to be very elaborate, but with a simple word processor, there is no reason you can't create one pretty easily. Take a couple of copies when you gather and return applications and if you get asked to an interview. If you have never held a job before, you can list volunteer work, pertinent after school activities and self employment such as lawn mowing or baby sitting. Under education, list the school you are attending and any awards or achievements you have obtained.\n- Make sure you have written down all the answers you will need for a application. Some places will want you to complete the application on the spot. You should have addresses, employment dates, emergency contact information etc.\n- Ask your parents, a teacher or other adult you trust to look over your resume and to help you practice for interviews.\n\nRemember, job hunting is a job. Make notes of where you have applied. Follow-up. It can be frustrating and can take some time, particularly if you don't have any work experience.
267918
Well since you are 14, and have to go to school, I would say you need a part-time job after school, like maybe working in a florist, or grocery store, or a gas station, or a pet store...\nYou need things that fit into your school schedule and yet allow for your age so they don't expect an experienced person to apply...
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Mostly it will be "create it yourself" kind of work.  Actual employment for anyone under 14 in the US is unlikely. The restrictions for employees 14-16 cause many potential employers to choose not to employ young people. \n\nSo put on your "thinking cap" and look around you community to find tasks that need to be done, that you  think people might pay you to do. Make them an offer a job for a price.  Be very business-like and professional, in your appearance, and your conduct, all the time, not just when you are asking them to hire you.  You would be amazed at what impressions you make while you are just going about your every day business.  Ask people that you have worked for succesfully to give you written references. Ask them if others may call them to ask about the work you did.  Offer good references to potential employers to show them that your performed the jobs you were hired to do and gave your customers always more than you agreed to.  Always remember to perform beyond the call of duty.  It is far better to surprise a customer with more and better work, than to EVER dissapoint one. \n\nCreate your own business. Maybe do this with a friend, and share the jobs. If you get two calls to babysit on a Saturday, instead of having to turn one down, you can each take one, and build up your customer loyalty at the same time. If customers know that when they call you for a job, that even if you cannot take that job, that you can provide someone else to take the job, they will keep your number at the top of their list for future needs. \n\nHave some inexpensive business cards printed with your contact information and very little else. You may change the services you offer, so it is best not to get too specific on the cards because they will likely last a long time.  Develop a file of references, both letters from former customers, and people who have agreed to be contacted to verify your work quality.\n\nBe sure to keep records of who pays who for what.  If you buy supplies for your business, keep reciepts.  Ask your parents for help in this record keeping. If you borrow money to get started, be sure to pay it back.\n\nBest wishes!  You can begin your life as an entrepreneur now.
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Go to a nice michelin star restaurant and then a movie.. although it might get a little pricey per person, its old enough to be fun and young enough to be appropriate.. you only turn 14 once!\n\nor you could also go do something fun like go to the zoo if its a nice day.. or go out on a boat if you have water around u (theres a yacht club near my house that has a big dinner cruise ship on it thats really great for parties).. what else can I think of???\n\nyou can always check out if theres any cool events like concerts or car shows in your area at that time?\n\nmaybe laser tag or roller skating??\n\naite thats it im out of ideas...\n\nthe luau was a great idea too tho.. my friend and i had a luau for our grade 8 grad and it was awesome.. we had (parentally supervised) backyard fires on those poles that u can get at canadian tire that keep away mosquitos.. lots of hawaiian food and exotic fruits.. a fake pig.. grass/straw skirts for the girls, leis for everyone and we even learned some hula dancing to teach everyone.. the funnest part was that we got this huge bedsheet draped on the back of my house and rented a projector and watched a movie when it got a little darker.. we had like sheets spread out on the floor and fires n blankets to keep us warm! it was awesome :)\n\ntheres so much you could do! take a couple of your best friends and go to the party stores around you and gudness knows what you guys will come up with to plan!!
484433
babysitting, baking goodies for people you know, crafts, housecleaning, running errands for people, mowing lawns/other gardening stuff, tutoring neighborhood kids in a subject you're really good at, giving language/music lessons, etc, etc...  There are sooo many things that you can do.  Just think of what you love to do, and there's a great chance that you can make money doing it!!  Good luck!!!
443164
You can't work any hours if you're 14.  You can only mow lawns, deliver papers, and babysit.  stuff like that.   For anything else,  you have to be 16.
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Yes I'm sure you can. I think it is great that someone aged 14 is interested in business and interested in making a living and creating products and services for others.\n\nAs others have said, you will have to get an adult to sponsor you, such as your parents or a teacher or a club at school.\nI would start off small. You are bound to make some mistakes, so try to make these with small amounts of money so you don't lose too much.\nBut you must still get a good education, because you need other options in case your businesses are not successful in the future.\n\nGood luck!
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some fast food restaurants will hire at 14.\nAsk at Mcdonalds, I have heard that some of their stores hire very young people.\n\nI am attaching my response to a previous poster who was 13. You have an advantage, because there are more options for a 14 year old than a 13 year old, but most of the suggestions can still be helpful.Mostly it will be "create it yourself" kind of work. Actual employment for anyone under 14 in the US is unlikely. The restrictions for employees 14-16 cause many potential employers to choose not to employ young people. \n\nSo put on your "thinking cap" and look around you community to find tasks that need to be done, that you think people might pay you to do. Make them an offer a job for a price. Be very business-like and professional, in your appearance, and your conduct, all the time, not just when you are asking them to hire you. You would be amazed at what impressions you make while you are just going about your every day business. Ask people that you have worked for succesfully to give you written references. Ask them if others may call them to ask about the work you did. Offer good references to potential employers to show them that your performed the jobs you were hired to do and gave your customers always more than you agreed to. Always remember to perform beyond the call of duty. It is far better to surprise a customer with more and better work, than to EVER dissapoint one. \n\nCreate your own business. Maybe do this with a friend, and share the jobs. If you get two calls to babysit on a Saturday, instead of having to turn one down, you can each take one, and build up your customer loyalty at the same time. If customers know that when they call you for a job, that even if you cannot take that job, that you can provide someone else to take the job, they will keep your number at the top of their list for future needs. \n\nHave some inexpensive business cards printed with your contact information and very little else. You may change the services you offer, so it is best not to get too specific on the cards because they will likely last a long time. Develop a file of references, both letters from former customers, and people who have agreed to be contacted to verify your work quality.\n\nBe sure to keep records of who pays who for what. If you buy supplies for your business, keep reciepts. Ask your parents for help in this record keeping. If you borrow money to get started, be sure to pay it back.\n\nBest wishes! You can begin your life as an entrepreneur now.
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You have 2-1/2 months to work on that.  If you are too young to work in a traditional job, you could babysit, dogwalk, do odd-jobs for neighbors, sell something that belongs to you, etc.\n\nIf you get an allowance, save every penny of it--if you get a gift of money, save all of it.\n\nGood luck!  Your mom is a lucky one.
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Figure out what you really love to do/what you're good at, besides listening to your MP3 player and the Internet. Get your parents permission first.  If you are good with a computer and have some patience, you could instruct senior citizens on how to get around the computer and Internet. Put flyer's up in senior living centers and churches.\n\nIf you there's a Saturday Market or flea market close by and you're creative, you could make something and sell it.  \nI make and sell jewelry, prayer beads and sun catchers at the Saturday Market and through our faith based communities. My daughter is your age and makes stuff she thinks her friends would like then sells along side me at the market.  She and a friend set up a lemonade stand and did really well!  If your parents have a good relationship with a store owner on a main street, ask if you could set up a stand once or twice a week in front of the store.  Pick really busy days. Cold drinks on a hot day sold by a person with a great attitude=$.  \n\nMy daughter had a job for 3 yrs caring for 2 dogs, feed walk and clean up if needed twice a day. The owners were gone often and weeks at a time.  She saved enough money to buy a $500.00 Soap Box Derby Racer Car!\nOffer to sweep floors at local stores and restaurants. Yea, yuk...but it turns green (into money).\n\nThere are websites with ideas. \nThe second site has LOTS of information and Ideas!\nGo for it!
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I also suggest a restaurant. You could be a dishwasher, a bus person, a waiter (which you may need to work up to). Some restaurants require you to be 18 to work in the kitchen because of using different equipment, it is a liability.\n\nTry the theme parks also. I am not sure, however, what minimum age would be to work there, but worth checking into.
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What a refreshing change! A teenager asking to work! Laws are pretty specific as to what your age range can be employed doing. Check with your local unemployment office for any openings that would allow your age. As a teenager I did the mundane (but profitable!)jobs a "country" kid could do..picked vegetables, washed cars, mowed grass, babysat my parents friends kids (be sure you can handle that kind of responsibility first and take a course in CPR and first aid usually available through the American Red Cross or American Heart Association and some 4H clubs--THIS IS A MUST), I have 5 kids, and of those, 3 teenagers. My 15 year old son talked with some of his favorite teachers and one recommended him for a job at a gym that offers a kids program. He basically helps the kids in the "kids area" and does a lot of cleaning up after birthday parties. Try talking with adults you know and TRUST. Good Luck!