It’s that time again; the holiday season. For some job searchers, it means time off from the job search. But the wisest job searchers know that the holiday season is just as good as any other time to be successful in the job search.
Yesterday, I provided information about seasonal retail jobs. However if retail doesn’t interest you, there are plenty of other choices. Here are some common and unique seasonal jobs.
- Mall Santa—if you like children, then this is for you. However, you may be asked to bring your own suit. Some children will love you, others will fear you.
- DJ—many people and companies give holiday parties. Whether in private homes, restaurants, or function halls, no holiday party would complete without music. People who DJ for a living are booked months in advance, so the jobs you get may be with little notice. Digital music requires less equipment than vinyl records. A computer loaded with party and holiday music, and speakers and you are set to go.
- Catering/Waitstaff—if you can cook what people like, and it’s delicious you can make money. Can’t cook, but you can serve food and help clean up, you also have a job. Check with several catering companies and submit your name for seasonal help. Or spread the word among friends and family.
- Electronic Whiz—if you know you way around a computer, tablet, or can set up a flat screen TV with surround sound; you will be in demand usually after people receive these coveted gifts. Often people buy these gifts for people who have no idea how to set up or use. Let friends and family know that you can set up or teach how to use electronic gifts and ask them to spread the word.
- Temporary career work—employees using up their vacation time leave a hole in the department staff. Some companies hire temporary workers to fill the gaps. Use this opportunity to shine and show the manager the value you bring to the company. They may not want to let you go and be able to find a spot for you.
- Personal assistant—some people are too busy for the holidays. They need someone to shop for them, wrap gifts, write holiday cards, organize private parties, and/or run errands. These are tasks you can do for them. You have the time to be able to do these tasks. It’s a terrific way to get yourself known and what a talented worker you are to people who have connections.
- Photographer—if you have a camera and patience you could photograph pets and children. A little imagination for unique shots and patience with fidgeting children and finicky pets will bring you many opportunities to network with others.
- Holiday decorator—decorate homes either indoors or outdoors, people will pay other people to put their decorations and put them away after the holiday season. When you talk to one client, ask if their neighbors would be interested in your services.
These are only a few of the things you can do to make some money over the holidays. With a little imagination, you can think of what you can do for others. You will be making money and networking at the same time.
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