Plasma Donation: I finally did it and made $100

Look at this - two posts in one day! But I had to share that I finally got in, twice actually, to donate plasma. The first time included the physical and took about three hours in total, but the pay was $60 so for $20 an hour i was fine. I had a good plasma tech and the donation was simple.

They do discard your plasma if you don't donate twice so I went back a second time and made $40. This time was a bit more difficult because the tech didnt put the needle in right and it left a mark. It did not really hurt beside the pinch of the needle and the saline they use to replace your plasma is cold going in.

You can read, do crosswords or watch their tvs while you donate so the time went pretty fast. I am going again this week. You only get $60 per week after your first two times at Talecris where I went, but you can make $240 per month if you go twice a week (this is the max).

It may not seem like a lot but $240 a month pays a bill or two for me which is great and leaves me with more spending money, besides where else can you get paid $20 an hour to read or watch tv?

Money Making Posts Again

Hi again all,

Long time no posts right! Well I have been doing a ton of work from home in addition to a new job outside of the home and other personal things. So I have been writing and making about $250 per month!

A company called BMR was keeping me busy with clients, but now they have went out of business so I was fortunate enough to find a blogging job with Bonomotion Video.

I was skeptical but there is consistent work available for those who look for it.

I am going to share one of my favorite sites for work. Odesk has been great. I use it more often than anything to get consistent writing jobs. But if writing is not your thing they do offer programming jobs, data entry, personal assistant, research and recruiting. Some jobs don't pay much but they are a great way to get started in freelancing.

Companies are looking for less expensive or short term labor, there is a lot of work out there you just have to go and get it!

Money making online a myth?

Hi again all,

I hear the question is making money online a myth many times a day and on message boards. Making a living online is tough, but many do it. Making money online, however is not. I made a part time income last year not enough to live on but it does take work and since I do it part time...you get what you put in to it. To see if you can do it full time you would have to devote 40 hours to online money making but after you research and find your ways to make money. Most of the money I make comes from writing, however I could do more things like web site building or personal shopping or other paid to things, but my talent is writing so it is easier to make money that way.

It seem advertising (my other talent) is another good way to make money online, but dont believe anyone that tells you its not possible because it is.

Plasma donation update

So I did not donate plasma. My iron level was too low, however it was a simple process that was more time consuming than anything. I still may try and donate plasma this week. Our center pays $100 the first week - $60 the first time and $40 the second and $60 per week after the first week. Donating plasma not only save lives but here you can make $240 per month!

Blowing up with AdSense

Ok maybe not blowing up, but since I have gotten back to posting I have made $1.89 this week. May not sound like a lot but that is the most I have made in a week. And considering I am a very part time blogger its not bad for starting to ramp things up a little.

So where do I earn my adsense money?
1. Blogs - I have this one and one other
2. HubPages - three articles total

and so far thats about it.

I know Squidoo also pays via adsense so that is another place to check out.

I will be adding as many more money making ideas as I can as I know this is a tough economy.

Creative way to make money offline

Hello all,

So in trying to make some extra money for a vacation I am taking some additional jobs.

One job that is only 1.5 to 2 hours per night is cleaning offices. Its flexible, easy and pays above minimum wage.

Other option to bring in more money that dont require extensive work or time include:

Donating plasma
Babysitting
Holiday retail jobs
dog walking
Coupon clipping

Submit your own ideas in the comments :)

Another way to make money

Hi again

So we will look at other direct sales companies in the future but the key to making money is loving doing it, but the best way to start is by saving money. I have recently started couponing and it takes patience. Clipping coupons can boost your income in savings. My first trip as a couponer, I saved $10. Maybe not super awesome, but still a start. Other people i know maximize their savings for up to 86% on groceries and toiltries.

You can check out my couponing adventures on my blog at http://charsdeals.blogspot.com/

Another great couponing blog http://www.valleydealseekers.com

Tastefully Simple - Direct selling series

Ok I sold Tastefully Simple so I am biased, but I love their food. And that really is the biggest key to home parties and direct sales. You need to love the product so you can get excited about it and sell it!.

www.tastefullysimple.com

This company sells gourmet food products and home taste testing parties. Really who doesn't like to eat and it fairly reasonable for the items. Plus if you order enough it can be shipped right to your door and not the hostess.

There are other gourmet food sales company's out there so I think I should mention the Direct Sales Association www.dsa.org - they list reputable companies to think about joining in all venues.

Working from Home - Direct Sales Series Part one

Working from home in direct sales? Uggg most people say, but you can make money if you treat it as your job. I recently joined Vault Denim an at home jean party concept and I love it! No inventory, you check it out from a regional coordinator...sell jeans that day and then return what you dont sell. It is so fun! And easy, I already have a recruit in the first month and she has three!

So I will look at a few worthwhile companies if the home party system interests you. The best thing you can do is get in on the ground floor. There are only 5000 Vault Denim consultants right now so I knew it was a good time to get in. Also sell something consumable or something people will keep buying. Jeans are so common and the company is adding kids and men. Its hard to go wrong with this concept and they are designer jeans at low prices.

http://www.vaultdenim.com/charking - this is my website if you are interested in learning more about the company.

Depending on sales you earn 24% of your sales and more from your recruits and it only costs $159 to join. Check it out.

Long time no post....

So Demand Studios bought my articles for $944 this month for Ehow...so although they cut their residual income program it was all worth it. I also decide to see how my adsense account was doing to come back to $7.12 - way better than I thought so now I need to get moving and help everyone make more money!

Money Making from home idea of the day - coupons and samples

Hi all,



Been awhile since i posted, but I am back with some new ideas to make or save money from home. Using coupons and free samples are a great way to save or make money. The best way to find these great deals and in turn promote your blog is read blogs. The blogs below are a great place to start finding deals on items you can sell or coupons or freebies to effect your montly bottom line.



http://charsdeals.blogspot.com/ - My deal blog on coupons, samples, freebies and sales



http://www.coupongeek.net/

http://valleydealseekers.com/

http://www.teenfreeway.com

Search around and you find many blogs and websites that can help you save money

Amazon affiliate - another way to make money online

Hey there,

Back for money making ideas, how about using Amazon.com to make money. Go to www.amazon.com and sign up to become an affilate. Place their links and banner ads on your blogs, hubpages and websites and when people purchase make a cut of their purchase. Many on hubpages make extra cash with this method. I am trying it out for the first time on my hubpages now and will let you know how it goes. Good luck and post your comments when you make money!

Selling on Ebay...

Hey all,

Well I guess it is time for a little experiment. I am going to go back to selling on ebay...well a little bit. I have a few old phones and other items so I am going to see if the buyers are still there. Christmas is always the best selling season on ebay so... here we go. I will keep you posted as to how it goes, but I believe if you start the listing at $.99 you can list five for free so it is worth trying again.

Will let you know how it goes and post more money making ideas tomorrow.

Making Money from Home Idea of the day

Today's money making idea of the day is selling clothing to a local second chance stores that buy those items. Go through all the old clothes you have and your kids. Sort them in pile - designer adult and designer kids. Check for local area stores that buy these clothes directly and consignement stores.

Some places that buy good used clothing

Plato's Closet - brand name teen and other designer labels.
Once upon a Child - buys childrens clothing and some toys
Clothes Mentor - designer womens clothing

and also look for local consignement stores - which take a percentage of the sale on your items.

Good luck!