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Finding a Job

A teenager’s number one job is school, because getting a good
education is the most important factor in preparing for a produc-
tive and meaningful life. But being a teenager also means need-
ing or wanting the things that money can buy. In many cases it
can also mean helping out with family expenses. The traditional
way for teens to acquire money is to earn it with a part-time or
summer job. These jobs may include working at a fast-food res-
taurant, stocking items at a grocery store,
“Tell everyone you delivering pizzas, or working in a retail
know you are looking store as a sales associate or cashier.
for a job. Many jobs Years ago Jeff Bliss, who is now a ra-
aren’t advertised, dio show cohost, began working when
and you may be able he was thirteen years old. He sold pea-
to get a good job lead nuts and soda at a local raceway, us-
from a friend or fam- ing his own money to buy the products
ily member. The more and then selling them at a higher price
people you tell, the to make his profi t. Bliss put in fourteen-
better your chances of hour days, which was hard work for a
finding a job. Also, try thirteen-year-old. Today, under federal la-
stopping in at local bor laws, fourteen is the youngest age for
businesses, and ask if employment, although some states have
they are hiring.” 3 set higher minimum ages. But at any age,

— Employment expert jobs such as babysitting, lawn mowing,
Alison Doyle and working for one’s parents can bring

in needed money.
Looking for a part-time job requires work and determination. It
may be more diffi cult if you’ve never worked before, but there are
ways to make a job search successful. According to employment
expert Alison Doyle, getting noticed is a good way to begin a job
search. “Tell everyone you know you are looking for a job. Many
jobs aren’t advertised, and you may be able to get a good job
lead from a friend or family member. The more people you tell, the
better your chances of fi nding a job. Also, try stopping in at local
businesses, and ask if they are hiring.” 3

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