August 17, 2009
RVers Workers On Wheels Newsletter #581 ~ August 17, 2009
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RVers Workers On Wheels Newsletter #581 ~ August 17, 2009
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Update from Your RV Workers On Wheels Newsletter Editor
Bob and I are in the market for a used Class B motorhome or camper van. If you have brand recommendations, experiences to share, or suggestions, send them my way.
For updates in between newsletters, and to find the newest pages on the website, look to our Blog page.
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Wherever you are in your work and travels, we wish you joy and prosperity,
Coleen
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Now Available: Seasonal Favorites
The Seasonal Favorites fall collection of Watkins products are now available for you to buy or sell. I can help you do either – or both. Independent Watkins Associate Coleen Sykora.
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Current Job Openings for RVers
Here's a sampling of the most recently listed job openings.
~ Short-term Workkamping Caretaker Needed on Ranch in OK
~ FL Animal Sanctuary Needs Handy Work Camper
~ Wages and Site for RVer to Work with Horses, Canoes, and Mowers in MO
~ GTI Site Maps and Guides
~ Workkampers Needed in CA at Senior RV Park
The freshest ads are on the August Job Listings page.
For the archives of previously posted job listings, see the monthly job index page.
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New Pages On Work-For-RVers-And-Campers.com
Fast Cash... Ten Ways to Get Quick Cash
You don't have time to go job hunting, build a business, or save for it. You need a way to get quick cash.
1. Have a garage sale. Clean out the RV and tow vehicle. Sell some of those things that you no longer use. If you are in an RV park, you might organize a park wide sale, turning it into a fun event for everyone. This is particularly good if the things you have to sell appeal to other RVers.
5. Day labor. Temporary staffing agencies hire workers for a few hours to a few days. Paperwork is usually minimal.
6. Campground odd jobs. Look around the campground for something that needs to be done, that you can do. I'm not talking about seasonal employment or a work-for-site workamper position. Rather, look for a one-time job that needs doing, that you can arrange to do for pay.
8. Pawn shops. Perhaps the original advance cash option. If your need for fast cash is to hold you over until a check comes in, this fast cash loan could make sense.
Read the rest of this article on the website.
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Ways RVers Make Money
Here's a sampling of work RVers can do to cut their expenses, earn a living and pay for their travels.
~ Campground office work
~ Sell synthetic oils
~ Teach mural painting
~ Use your RV as a traveling billboard
~ Work in RV manufacturing
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Working RVer Tip
Check Your Receipts
I've noticed on receipts lately that several have, "Now Hiring!" printed on them.
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Your Working While RVing Questions Answered
Recommendations for Minnesota Workampers
~~ Ed M. asks: We are hopeful Minnesota workampers, with children. We're not quite retired. We're seeking opinions of those knowledgeable to recommend a position or campground in Minnesota. We're looking for the right start to get into workamping in Minnesota. Any recommendations for us?
~~ I answered in part: Since you are already in Minnesota, you already have a head start. If you've done some camping and RVing within the state, what are your favorite campgrounds there?
My suggestions are the same, regardless of what state you want to work in. The following link will take you to the answer I gave another RVer looking for Florida information.
Also, look through the other information on this website about campground jobs.
~ Campground and RV Parks Work
And, RVers with Minnesota campground experience, please chime in here and offer Ed your specific campground recommendations.
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Turn Dreams into Reality
Set your own hours. Have time to travel. Be with family and friends. Build a business you can do from home, whether you live in a stick-built house or an RV. Secure your financial future.
~ Build a Business Helping Others
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Working RVer Tip
Take Off Your Blinders
Broaden your money making endeavors to expand beyond just one thing. Extreme focus can be great for achieving something quickly. But, it can – and likely will – disappear just as fast. Multiple income streams will keep money coming in during the natural ebbs and tides of seasonal jobs, home-based businesses, and workamper situations. Instead of being blind to new opportunities, keep your eyes open to the options.
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Positive RVing Attitudes
In life, you can have a million excuses or a million dollars, but not both. Congratulations if you've stopped making excuses and have started making progress towards your dreams! ~ Unknown
You've got to do your own growing, no matter how tall your grandfather was. ~ Irish Proverb
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