1001 Ways to Make Money If You Dare (85 page)

524 DO ASTROLOGICAL READINGS.
Some people actually believe their fate is determined by their birth date. They're probably wrong, but that's not for you to decide. Hit the Web to find out how to read people's astrological signs and advertise your services at new age stores and coffee shops.

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525 START YOUR OWN RELIGION.
True, people do seem to get themselves in trouble by doing this. But you're not planning on making any mass sacrifices are you? Think of a few ways you can “save” your followers, and request their “support” so that you can continue to spread the word. Just steer clear of the IRS.

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526 WORK AS A LOBBYIST.
You probably have some morals somewhere in you, right? Why not find a special interest group or industry that shares your beliefs and advocate to the government on their behalf. Contract local public relations firms to get your foot in the door. You'll create a climate of change and get yourself some change in the process.

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527 BECOME A CREATIVITY COACH.
Everyone has an idea for a book or a movie. If you're creatively inclined (and don't feel bad taking advantage of wannabe artists), post your profile on
CreativityCoachingAssociation.com
. As their own website states, CCCA “has not and cannot perform any verification of a coach's background or qualifications.” Whaddya know? You're in.

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528 WORK AS A LIFE COACH.
One part personal assistant, one part therapist — 100 percent bullshit. Yet thousands of people think they need a life coach. If you're an organized, somewhat sensitive person, help a brother out and coach him to improve his life. Odds are, if someone thinks they need a life coach, they probably do.

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529 CLEANSE HOUSES OF BAD SPIRITS.
Many religions believe that burning sage in a home can ward off bad spirits. And it smells good, so your gullible clientele actually thinks you're doing something besides setting some spices on fire and figuring out ways to spend your easily earned cash.

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530 PERFORM EXORCISMS.
If you see someone whose head is spinning a full 180 degrees, odds are, they need an exorcism. Grab some holy water, a crucifix, and do your best to appear crazy while yelling stuff about the devil. Evil, be gone!