Looking for Extra Income That Can Be Made from Home

Updated on July 23, 2010
N.R. asks from Chicago, IL
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Hey moms, I'm a working mom and wife. Times are tight and I would like to make some extra money from home. I spend enough time working out side my home, the problem I'm having is that most of the internet jobs out here are not what they say they are. You have to sale alot of stuff or move up many levels before you see real money, or you have to pay lots of money up front. They make it sound good but once they get your money things change. Is there anyone that knows of a at home/internet job that I can get into and make real money. Thanks in advance, N. R.

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T.H.

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I have a great business I just started that my dad has been in. I saw him making money and decided I wanted to do it also, you do have to work it but the rewards ($$) are great. If you are interested please contact me here or e-mail at ____@____.com

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T.N.

answers from Albany on

Babysit, you're doin' it anyway, what's a couple more kids? Everybody needs childcare!

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T.F.

answers from Dallas on

About the only legit thing I know of is babysitting.

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L.D.

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The only online company I could honestly recommend would be Take Shape for Life. http://www.BeFitforLife.tsfl.com. There's no buying of products to stock in your home. If you need to achieve optimal health for yourself (lose weight, lower your blood pressure through diet, control diabetes through diet, etc.), then you would just buy whatever foods you need for the program you are on. We recommend all health coaches use some of the products for at least 2 weeks even if they don't need to lose weight so that you really understand the program and can coach with knowledge (taste of the food, making sure you get your 6 meals a day in, etc.).

You earn money by helping others achieve optimal health. A friend of mine said she never expected to do this as a business but just to lose weight. Her business began growing on it's own when people saw the weight she was losing! Now she markets to doctors offices all over as well as her own personal clients and any health coaches she has introduced to the company. She is doing VERY well both because of her health and finances.

This is not a get rich quick scheme. You have to do the work. I did have to take a basic competency exam within the first 30 days which to me, just validates the company and its coaches.

I really can't say enough about this company, both because I have seen my husband lose 35 lbs in about 7 weeks and bring his blood pressure down to normal AND because I have already gotten a commission check. I've seen my website counter go up every day.

To me, being a health coach is a big deal now that I have seen what it has done for my husband. I was worried something was going to happen to him because of his health, but instead, he has more energy now and his doctor is very pleased with his progress. I'd love to give that feeling to other families. I want what I do to matter...to make a difference and with this company, I do that.

Good luck,
L.

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S.R.

answers from Pittsburgh on

There are very few legitimate jobs on the internet. The best way to make money is to join a business and work your own hours. The more time you put into something, the greater the income. You also have to have realistic expectations, no one starts a job at the top, a business is the same way. You can't expect to make a $1000 a week or even a month, unless you are actually working your business the way it needs to be worked. I have been doing my business for about 6 years now and I love it. I also have a home daycare and while I love it as well, I dont want to do it forever. I know when the time is right, I will put more effort into my business and replace my daycare income, however, for now, I love the monthly paycheck my business brings in. If you want to know more, the information is free and I would be hapy to set up a time to go over the information and answer your questions, my website is www.LiveYourDreamsAtHome.com

J.B.

answers from Minneapolis on

I currently do daycare. I don't really enjoy it, but it's a job. I just got my 3 week termination notice from the current family. I'm strongly considering going back to school. I am considering Massage Therapy and hope to move into a Equine/Canine specialty. I want to have my own business and by the time I graduate my child will be old enough to come with me on house/barn calls. It will be an adventure, but it'll be more fun then getting stuck watching other people's kids all day long.

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L.C.

answers from Philadelphia on

Hi-
I agree with Shannon. You must represent something to have an at home business. I can also help you with this. I can tell you I started with the same business and I like it alot. And the money situation, you get what you put into it! You can either contact Shannon or myself for more information.

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S.T.

answers from Philadelphia on

Hi,
I have been with the same company for three years and have been very happy. I started out just a few hours a week and have increased gradually over the years. Any company that you find is going to have some sort of product or service (or there would be no company) What is the most important thing is finding the most reputable company and finding one in which you agree with the philosophy and mission statement of that company. If it were easy everyone would work from home :) If you are interested you can send me a message and we can discuss if my company would be a good fit for you.

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