1001 Ways to Make Money If You Dare (19 page)

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107 HIRE YOURSELF OUT FOR AIRPORT RIDES.
You have a car. You know how to get the airport. Why not combine these skills and start your own business? Piece of advice: You'll get a bigger tip if you clean the fast food bags and coffee cups out the back of your car.

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108 WORK AS A VALET.
If you can't afford a nice car, you may as well drive someone else's. Where else do you have the opportunity to drive a Porsche, BMW, and a Bentley all in one night? Find a valet job in your area at
http://valetparkingjobs.jobamatic.com
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109 WIN BAR TRIVIA.
Nothing sounds better than earning money while drinking a few beers! Many bars and restaurants now are hosting trivia nights where winners can earn money, gift certificates, and other prizes. Check out
www.nationaltrivia.com
to find a bar near you.

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110 HOST BAR TRIVIA.
Why bother competing when you can run the show? Not only do you get to make snarky asides and comment on others' out-of-left-field answers, you also get paid. It's like you're a local Alex Trebek. Just don't let the power go to your head. Check out the websites for area companies that run pub trivia and apply to be an emcee.

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111 SELL PONCHOS.
Take advantage of others' ignorance of the weather forecast — and their desperation when they get caught in the rain. For the days it's really pouring, you can even hike up the price. It's amazing what people will pay to stay dry.

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112 OPEN UP AN UMBRELLA STAND.
Global warming is causing drastic weather changes — and an opportunity for you to profit. Sudden showers often catch pedestrians by surprise, and they're likely willing to shell out some cash to make sure they don't end up all wet. Stake out a spot in a high-end area. Those people definitely won't want their designer duds getting drenched.

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