Be Your Own Boss: Jobs You Can Create for Yourself

By Aisha Chaudhry, published May 22, 2007
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You'd like to be your own boss, but maybe you're not really sure what to do or how to do it. First think about your interests. Are you creative, good at writing, drawing, digital art, software design, or just plain smart? There must be 'something' you have extra talents in that you enjoy. To get you started, here are five jobs you can create for yourself and that most anyone can do on a limited or non-existent budget.

Freelance Work

If you have a talent related to creating almost anything, you can promote yourself like in Guru.com as a freelance xyz person. You'd bid on projects and get paid for your work. A potential problem you might be having is that you don't have a portfolio. If so, try some pro bono work until you get some experience. You can do this either through online work or traditional brick and mortar businesses in your area. Anything that will attest to your incredible skills will be of great help to you.

Event Coordinator Outsourced for Local Companies

Coordinating projects is a very interesting job. Many enjoy pulling things together and seeing such a spectacular event unfold before their guests' eyes. Perhaps you enjoy something like this as well. If you're good at it, why not do it independently, for a living?

Event Coordinator, For Your Own Company

Have you ever considered coordinating projects, entertainment, fairs, craft show, clubs, events, etc for your own company's profit? What if you really feel passionate about something, why not host an informational type of event, get some sponsors and vendors, and arrange some entertainment especially for the kids? You would get your money from the sponsors and an audience because it's free and who doesn't like free entertainment and activities?

Start an After-School Program

Takeaways
  • 5 Ways to be your own boss
  • Think outside the box
  • Hone in on skills and talents you already have
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