Three ways to turn your skills into extra cash.
Doesn’t it seem like life keeps getting more and more expensive? But your wallet is still empty! What’s a girl to do?
Come on ladies, let’s get creative. Even if you can’t go out and get a job, think about the things that you’re really great at and get ready to get paid!
Deka’s Delicious Opportunity
Are you super‐smart in the kitchen? Do your friends somehow always show up when they know you’re the one cooking? Start selling your homemade dishes or snacks at school. Deka is 13 and she’s been helping her mom cook since she was tiny. “Whenever I need extra money, I make our traditional steam cakes and sell them to my friends after school. I sell them for less than the ones at the store next to the school, and they’re fresh so people like them better.”
Tawa Teaches Someone a Lesson
Tawa is only 16, but she’s already a teacher because she gives lessons after school to three younger girls that live near her house. She started casually, just offering assistance for free when the neighborhood kids would ask her, but some of the parents were so happy with how fast their daughters were learning that they paid her to help their kids with homework twice a week. Tawa says, “If you share all the things you’ve learnt from studying, the good will come back to you. I get some money to spend on the things that I want, and I feel good because I know I’m helping someone else to learn, too.”
Wadida’s Work of Art
Wadida is 18 now, but she started designing logos and posters for businesses in her neighborhood when she was only 15. “If you’re more into art, some people will tell you that you need to focus on things that are more practical,” she says. “Well, who do you think makes all of the art that businesses need? They don’t happen by magic, they are made by people drawing them!”
Wadida started off by making drawings and computer art for business cards for her aunt’s hair braiding business. Her aunt was so impressed that she recommended Wadida to two of her other friends who had small businesses. Soon, Wadida had customers all over her town and now she is studying graphic design at college.
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Coaching, savings, blogger...
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HOW CAN ONE USE HIS/HER SINGING TALENT TO GET CASH?PLEASE I NEED AN ANSWER.
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of course u can use it to make/earn cash jst try joining some group of singers in ur school or a choir in church. U can start by singing everyday anywhere u nerver know who could get lost in ur voice or singing. Nd u can also try searching up for some websites dat intrested in music jst try to pump out ur talent.
Am a student how can i make money.
March 20, 2022, 8:04 p.m.
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Hey Goodnews! Thanks for opening up with this comment. You can make money for yourself through so many ways. If you have a hobby or something you like to do, you can turn it into a business and make money out of it. For instance, you if you like to cook, you can prepare some food to sell to people, if you are really tidy and you always clean up after your siblings, you can clean houses in your neighborhood while you make some money or if you are good with taking care of kids, you can babysit in your community for some money. The list is endless... just think of what you really love to do and you will be able to make money out of it. We hope this helps.
I don't have talent.
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Hey Chizzy! You have talent. All you need to do is to look within you and find out the things you enjoy doing. Note that talent doesn't have to be the regular singing, dancing etc. It could be something unique like talking to and encouraging people, taking care of children etc. So find out those things that do not require extra effort for you to do. We wish you all the best as you discover your talent and we hope this helps.
U hav a talent but u cant find it
i don't have a talent
March 20, 2022, 8:04 p.m.
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Hey Teris! You have talent. All you need to do is to look within you and find out the things you enjoy doing. Note that talent doesn't have to be the regular singing, dancing etc. It could be something unique like talking to and encouraging people, taking care of children etc. So find out those things that do not require extra effort for you to do. We wish you all the best as you discover your talent and we hope this helps.
Hey, Teris donw say u dont hav a talent cause God created evr'y body wid som talent
l can sing,dance,write and l also make hair too but l just don't know how to make money with it.
March 20, 2022, 8:04 p.m.
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Wow dat's great u just hav to start doing dos tings let people kno (ex. advertising, for plaiting hair try dat out wid ur siblings.
Hey faith! That is great to hear! To get more people to know about your skill, try doing your work in the open so that people passing by can see you. Also, tell everyone you make hair for to refer you to someone. You can also go around your community telling everyone that you plait hair (you can do a door to door publicity for this). We hope this helps.
I can cook and bake
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Graphic designer, like programs, notepad, stickers, etc
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i can sing and rap what should i do?
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Actually I love acting and singing and I rilli want 2_make it my future
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i can sing and act wat shld i do i rily wnt to mk money i dnt wnt to depend on my parents always
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What if your mummy disagrees with your decision and won't let you make money at your young age
March 20, 2022, 8:03 p.m.
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Hey Rita0708! Make her understand that you are trying to learn how to save for future purposes and also how to be financially independent. If she still doesn't listen, then we suggest you listen to your mum and do not disobey her. She probably feels you are too young to start saving. We hope this helps.
I love writin stories and my parents say their rily gud but apart from that I'm not rily good at anythin. How do I make profit frm the stories?
March 20, 2022, 8:03 p.m.
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Hey Pixie! You already have a very good skill to develop, you do not need any other one. You can start by participating in our Your words competition where you stand a chance of winning airtime worth N500. You can also participate in other writing competitions to gain confidence and also to reach a large audience. We hope this helps.
I love writting stories. I have written 12 stories but i've got no one to publish them for me. can u help me pls????
March 20, 2022, 8:03 p.m.
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Hey Kaysha115! You can start by participating in our your words competition. You not only get N500 airtime, we also publish your article on the platform. Scroll down to the bottom of the home page and follow the instructions to participate in our your words competition. We hope this helps.
I like weaving local cloth that most couples used in the traditional wedding ceremony
March 20, 2022, 8:03 p.m.
I make beads
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Hiya dessy, can u teach me hw to make beads?....am really interested
Schooling n working is also allowed.
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Trading skills are there..
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Am a student n yet still sell clothes...yet am in 2nd upper .stil an under graduate
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Hey Biba! This is great to hear! You are indeed a true hero. We wish you all the best in your studies and in your business. This should inspire other girls.
Am an undergraduate, i sell while in school n yet build my cgpa
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I think I'll like to be a presenter or something close to that. I'm confident and everybody likes my voice and the way I talk
March 20, 2022, 8:03 p.m.
I'm 17 and I've got the talent of a salonist.. Thanks. Wish to try.... Give me a reply
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Hey Neddie! If you have the talent, then start from somewhere, anywhere. Start by making hair for your friends and siblings. Tell them to tell others about it. Good thing, you don't really need much capital to start this business. All you need are combs and a good hair cream. We wish you all the best and we hope this helps.
Is It Real
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Am17 Wat Can I Do To Improve Myself Am A Make up Artist
Well I have learn something
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What can i do to make 5 thousand every day pls
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just like me makeup has really given me alot of money.
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Hey Andrea! This is great to hear! Thanks for sharing.
to find money not an easy job.but just for a man to be strong in he do. someone can no live without money
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That's nice... Keep it up sis
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how can i get money in school
March 20, 2022, 8:02 p.m.
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Hey USTIN! Thanks for opening up with this comment. You can make money for yourself through so many ways. If you have a hobby or something you like to do, you can turn it into a business and make money out of it. For instance, you if you like to cook, you can prepare some food to sell to people, if you are really tidy and you always clean up after your siblings, you can clean houses in your neighborhood while you make some money or if you are good with taking care of kids, you can babysit in your community for some money. The list is endless... just think of what you really love to do and you will be able to make money out of it. We hope this helps.
What if you dont have hobby and really need a job or to make money
March 20, 2022, 8:02 p.m.
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Hey Biliee! We believe everyone has a hobby but if you feel you don't, you can look for a job if you really need one. That's a honest and easy way to make money. We hope this helps.
How Can I Make Money
March 20, 2022, 8:02 p.m.
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Hey Pretty! Thanks for opening up with this comment. You can make money for yourself through so many ways. If you have a hobby or something you like to do, you can turn it into a business and make money out of it. For instance, you if you like to cook, you can prepare some food to sell to people, if you are really tidy and you always clean up after your siblings, you can clean houses in your neighborhood while you make some money or if you are good with taking care of kids, you can babysit in your community for some money. The list is endless... just think of what you really love to do and you will be able to make money out of it. We hope this helps.
In a case were one is confused 2 choose b/w talent &hobby wat wil she do
March 20, 2022, 8:02 p.m.
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Hey Nurse man! First of all, you need to distinguish between talent and hobby. What are your talents and what are your hobbies? A talent is a skill you have, or something you are good at doing, but a hobby is something you enjoy doing. However, a talent you have could still be one of your hobbies, something you enjoy doing.
I would love to go into cake business....,bt i don't have the basic requirements for that.
March 20, 2022, 8:02 p.m.
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Hey Ememobong! We are glad that you know what you want for yourself because that is the first step. What you need now is the basic knowledge and this is achieveable by learning more about baking (enrol in a baking school or learn from a baker). We wish you all the best and we hope this helps.
Well,cake baking is quite simple,if u r determined.I looked at it twice and got it,so no p
That awesome
March 20, 2022, 8:02 p.m.
Hy big sis, am stuck right now,i don't even know how to make my dreams come true..... I would love to school in a fashion university,i want to learn the making of shoes, bags, clothes and accessories but my dad wants me to become a medical doctor..... Am really sad about this because it's not what I wanted for myself... I need your advice big sis
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Hey Oyin! Do not be sad. There's nothing wrong in being a medical doctor that loves fashion or a doctor that has a fashion business on the side. You can actually combine your talents with your profession. Once you are able to balance all the things you love, the sky will be your starting point. We hope this helps.
thankz
March 20, 2022, 8:02 p.m.
I like this forum. I have too lots of talent but don't know how to start making money with them. Talents like teaching, singing, instrumentals, and so good at anything i find myself doing or what ever i am being hired to do. Presently i teach but not paid when due. Now stucked!! What do i dooooooooooo!!!!!
March 20, 2022, 8:02 p.m.
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Hey Idboy! We are glad you like what we do here. You can explore your talents. All you need to do is to learn how to balance things. Have you tried talking to the management of the school you teach about the payment structure. Sometimes, all we need to do to get a change is to speak up. If there is no change and you are not satisfied, you may want to look for another job. However, we still ask that you ask first. We wish you all the best and we hope this helps.
@Big Sister....how do i know things i like for myself and that would simultaneously work for me?
March 20, 2022, 8:02 p.m.
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Hey Idboy! You are in the best position to know what you like. Look out for things that you do effortlessly (without stress or without you grumbling). It could be anything at all… talking, singing, teaching, cooking etc. So you need to search within and find out for yourself. Remeber, this is not something that can be done in hours, it takes time and requires lots of patience too. We wish you all the best and we hope this helps.
Wow, this is so inspiring!
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Thanks amilla @Big sister
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Nice one
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Actually i dnt really knw my talent hw do i start i need de money to take care of smetins
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Hey Pammy! We advise that you some articles about hobbies and future on Springster. You can search for #money at the bottom of the page and you will find the articles that will answer your question. We hope this helps.
well,my talent is all about writing script. Am a playwriter,and may God help me to achieve my dream.
March 20, 2022, 8:02 p.m.
great!.nice one well,my talent is all about writing script. Am a playwriter,and may God help me to achieve my dream.
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hi yettuest,nice meeting u,am Racheal a script writer too from Nigeria, I need a partner to work with, can we team up??
I love singing but I need to go for vocal trainings which involves money, my environment and parent ain't helping out plz I need help
March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.
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Hey Blessing! Thanks for opening up through this comment. To get a sponsor, you can write a letter to different people in your community/environment asking them for support or to sponsor your voice training. You will never know who will be willing to help if you don't ask. We wish you all the best and we hope this helps.
you can do it on your own, by browsing it out, I did that and it helped me with my voice
Ma please hw do I know my talent? It's really disturbing me.
March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.
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I found my talent by looking at the things I loved doing, it might work for you
Hey Christy! Aquila has said it all. We believe everyone was born with a talent. Whether is it talking, singing, cooking, writing, reading or even taking care of little children. Now to identify your talent, all you need to do is to think of the things you love to do and the things you do without stress. Once you identify these things, think of how much passion you have for them. If everything is positive, you have discovered your talent. We want to encourage you to develop it. No matter what it is, use it for good things and see how far it will take you. We hope this helps.
I love singing but I was told I have a bad voice. What do I do?
March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.
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Hey Esther! If you are singing for fun, there is nothing wrong with singing because you love it. However, if you intend to make it a career, you may have to go for voice training. We hope this helps.
easther my friend just dont listen to them ok just move on in your siniging caeerer
It so instresting i have learnt a lesson from this.
March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.
I could play saxophone but people discourage me what should i do.
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hi lightwood, I think no one should discourage you from what you like because it's not their life and your are not doing anything wrong
Hey Lightwood! Like Aquila said, no one should discourage you. If you really love playing the saxophone, then keep doing it. We hope this helps.
Am New Big Sis My Hobbies Are Singing,danceing,reading I Also Want To Learn Bead Making Fashion Design
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Can I Make Money From It
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wow ,rockOn
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my talent is sewing cloth and it worries me if am sleeping and i always think about it,what should i do
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Hey Omo1! Your talent should not worry you. What you need to do is to get things done and make money. Worrying doesn't do any good. Maybe you should list out your fears and also list out the things you want to do and get them done. Anytime you start to worry, you tell yourself I am not worried because I have done xyz (whatever it is you have on your list). e.g I am not worried anymore because I have a talent and I can sew. We hope this helps
Am A Drummer,and With That I Can Earn Money By Going To Shows
March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.
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Am also a drummer I need to be going shows and a keyboardist I can even singvbt no show and need it
Pls music is my talent how can I use it I can play musical instruments even Pls someone should advice me
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You can start by getting yourself noticed on some social media platforms through videos of yourself and online contests. Try instagram, wish you all the best
Footballing
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I love argument and reading novels
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Am a fashion designer
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Baking
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writing stories,drawing and desgining
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i my self have alot of talent that my sis calls me multipurpose i make alot of money from drawing and desgining
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Hey Mona! That's great to hear! Keep up the good work. We are proud of you
great Good To hear
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I love sewing
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that is a good one
i want a good like working in a offices
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I love designing am into fashion designing though but I need tips to help me learn faster
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Hey Megonazzy! That's great to hear girl! Keep up the good job. You can enroll at a fashion training institute (high budget) or you can intern with a good fashion designer in your community (low budget). Or you can just "google it" (no budget). The choice is yours. We wish you all the best. We will see at the top!
Hi when I was 9 at JSS I started selling books and pens till SS3 .At SS 2 I became a lesson teacher when I close from school .when I round up my SSCE I became a Nanny when I close I became a lesson teacher gain .after some time I Left d lesson and learnt hair dressing I started making hairs but I wasn't paid well. So I left both d Nanny and hair dressing I now learn tailoring but I'm having chest pains I've I over stressed myself I'm not up to 18 now what will I do
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Hey 1999! WOW! You are amazing. You did all of these in less than 9 years? *a standing ovation for you*. You are the real MVP girl. First of all, please see a doctor to know what exactly is causing the chest pain. Also, try to do less stressful jobs and get enough rest. Do not let this limit you, you have a bright future and we are so sure of this. Keep it up!
Thanks for ur help ma
I know how to type with a computer but not very fast. Big sis, do u think i can get a better job
March 20, 2022, 8 p.m.
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Hey Glowrie22! Yes, you can get a job. You should be ready to improve on your skills and also be willing to learn too. Also, please note that there is a lot more you can do on a computer than just typing. These are the skills you can work on. You should google things to do with a computer and practice on your own. If you don't have a computer or know someone that has, you can go to cyber cafe to do this. We hope this helps
Hi big sister I know how to bake, how to make beads, but don't know how to start a business it seems as if I don't like the local places I am
March 20, 2022, 8 p.m.
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Hey caty! Thanks for this comment. You are a very talented girl! You can do all these? Wow! If you keep waiting to leave your location before you start, you may never start at all. Why don't you start now. You never know if you will get your big break from this "local place" you are in now. What if your customers are here too? There is no perfect location for a business. All you need to do is to start from somewhere. The more you give excuses, the more you delay the work that needs to start. Remember, time waits for no one. We believe in you. So start now! We hope this helps
Big sis, i study graphics and design, but not too good in design, so can i have any assistance
March 20, 2022, 8 p.m.
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Hey Akpos! Since you study design, learn and practise it very well. We believe in you. You can also watch tutorials on youtube or even google it. We hope this helps
I can make birthday cards(hand made )
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Hey TINA! That's great to hear! You go girl! Keep it up/
My name is Henry. Am good at repairing faulty electronics; and i need a help.
March 20, 2022, 8 p.m.
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Hey Ayobami! That is great to hear. Keep on doing the amazing job. We love to see hardworking people. What kind of help do you need? We look forward to a response from you
I can bags
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I love to sow clothes and need more lesson
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I love teaching
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FORM A SMALL LESSON GROUP
I Love Basketball
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My name is chidex, I am 16yrs and I am good in dancing but i dont know how to earn money from it.plz I need help.
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Hey Chidex! You can join or form a dance group in your religious organisation and also in your school/community. Practice! Practice!! Practice!!! Also, do not forget to carry a trusted adult along. It is very important. We hope this helps.
pls I have good calculative skills.how can be a source of income???
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nice one
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Am good at dancing
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I'm good at graphic designs, typing and photography
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I am good at writing singing acting and school things
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I luv writing and singing. Hv always luvto be a journalist.
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evn me too muisc is all about my life how can l do na guys
l have hope that want day l will make the money friends tell me how can l do to make de money na?
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Wow! That's Great. I've Never Been To Plaiting Training Before But I Can Plait Severals Fashion Of Hair, I Did This Without Payment. I Will Start To Receive Money From Anyone Dat Wil Cum To Me.
March 20, 2022, 7:59 p.m.
I wish am d person.
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big sis ..mine is writing novels ,help pls?
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i think i can make hair but not too good at it.how will i add value to this skill to start earning me income.
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I love writing Nd I have a lot of business development ideas but the problem is my parents don't think one needs to make some earnings , I have a lot desires , some I cried for in the dark but never came true and some am fighting to make it come true . being brought in a middle class family can be tricky but I learnt in every lighted room there is always a dark side . love u guys . thanks
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I can sing
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Am Tina.. I can do make up bt i don't know how to go about it
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I can draw cartoon figures.. How can i use of it to make money??
March 20, 2022, 7:57 p.m.
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Hey Vv! Thanks for the comment. You can create a comic book or even draw your friends into cartoon figures and ask them to pay you. You can even frame these drawings to make some extra. We hope this helps
I write proseworks and other literary works how can i make money out of it ?
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i love acting.how can use it to make money now.
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please am an electrician,if you have any house to wiring or installation
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I can resolve conflict between two people but I don't know how to make money from it
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Football
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What about a girl that use to cheat on his man despite what the guy has been doing for her?
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I can make fruit juice how do I start the business
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how do i make money
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Hey 4058! Thanks for the comment. Please read the comment and follow the tips. We hope this helps
This year Big sister I must hammer. Tell me how to hammer?
March 20, 2022, 7:56 p.m.
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Hey FineAunty! Thanks for the comment. We have given you tips in the article above, we advise you to read the tips above. We hope this helps
Realy nise
March 20, 2022, 7:56 p.m.
Hey, everyone. Am fatima and am good at sewing, i got great skills but my mom and dad won't buy me a sewing machine. I have no money and people don't lend me money, also i can't let my skills just go while am in SSS2 class. I wish someone could buy me one...
March 20, 2022, 7:56 p.m.
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Hey Fatima! Thanks for the comment. Your parents probably think that buying you a sewing machine may distract your academics. People will not also lend you money because you do not have a source of income that will enable you to pay them back. What plans have you made personally to save up money to buy the machine? We advise that you read #saving or #money below to get tips on how to save some money for things like this. We hope this helps
hi am new,am i welcome.
March 20, 2022, 7:56 p.m.
Awesome i wish i was really good at something
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U can stl learn.
u r spring star girl
Please i would love too but as much as i think of it there is nothing i can do
March 20, 2022, 7:55 p.m.
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Find a way to get involved in a skill training
Yes there is,if u search inside of u, u will find one
hey peace that's simple depend on your determination and how you having coping to it.😁😀😁😁😁
March 20, 2022, 7:53 p.m.