Odd jobs/pocket money

[Dg504]

Does anyone know of a trusted site/source for random odd jobs - data entry/admin etc?

I’m on a planned three months off between jobs and am a. a bit bored and b. have a weird guilt for not having any money coming in, even though it’s part of the plan.

Something to fill the time and use my brain ideally. Or any other ideas on how to keep motivated and mentally active?

[FoolsErrand]

Any big DIY / home improvement projects you can do?

[NDA]

My son took a job as an Amazon driver (their van) whilst between jobs. Not for everyone, but quite good money.

[Dg504]

FoolsErrand said:

Any big DIY / home improvement projects you can do?

Oh yes, I was quickly given a list of those - am currently a few £K up on trades having redone the main bathroom. Next is painting the hallways and staircases once it cools down a bit.

[Countdown]

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[Frimley111R]

fivver.com or peopleperhour.com

Both big sites for freelancing very type of work you can imagine (within reason!)

[Tisy]

Frimley111R said:

fivver.com or peopleperhour.com

Both big sites for freelancing very type of work you can imagine (within reason!)

Unless you're prepared to work for 10 pence an hour, forget it. You are competing against a few million Pakistanis, Indians, Bengals and Filipinos.

[Frimley111R]

Tisy said:

Frimley111R said:

fivver.com or peopleperhour.com

Both big sites for freelancing very type of work you can imagine (within reason!)

Unless you're prepared to work for 10 pence an hour, forget it. You are competing against a few million Pakistanis, Indians, Bengals and Filipinos.

Not necessarily. I have deliberately picked UK people for things i needed (telemarketing and web design). A lot of people in other parts of the world said they could do what I wanted but couldn't and you really need to look at each profile to see if they really can do what they say

[Tisy]

Frimley111R said:

Not necessarily. I have deliberately picked UK people for things i needed (telemarketing and web design). A lot of people in other parts of the world said they could do what I wanted but couldn't and you really need to look at each profile to see if they really can do what they say

But his skillset is data entry and admin.

[Frimley111R]

Tisy said:

Frimley111R said:

Not necessarily. I have deliberately picked UK people for things i needed (telemarketing and web design). A lot of people in other parts of the world said they could do what I wanted but couldn't and you really need to look at each profile to see if they really can do what they say

But his skillset is data entry and admin.

Yep, slightly missed that. he could still pitch himself as a UK based resources as some clients may not feel comfortable with sending data abroad.

[Dg504]

In case anyone’s wondering, I’m still painting and spending a fortune at Brewers!

Time to get a job though, going a bit mad not using my brain or having conversations about tricky things.

It does seem as though there’s a lot of hot air at the min with recruiters contacting me but then never hearing back off them. I have applied for a few things now and only had a formal ‘no’ from a couple. Hey ho. That or finally come up with a self employed route forward…

Anyone else on the hunt?

[ShortShift811]

Interesting and timely thread, as I’m expecting to be on 3-6 months garden leave shortly.

Let us know how you get on OP. I can absolutely relate to the grey matter not being used and feeling a bit at sea. I’m actively working out what my days might look like to try and avoid it, but some boredom is inevitable. Fingers crossed for your applications.

[magpie215]

Retail will be ramping up for FTC seasonal work.

Not a bad gig obviously min wage but its good for a bit of pocket money and mental stimulation.

[Frimley111R]

Dg504 said:

It does seem as though there s a lot of hot air at the min with recruiters contacting me but then never hearing back off them. I have applied for a few things now and only had a formal no from a couple. Hey ho. That or finally come up with a self employed route forward

There is a lot of this. Expect a lot of excitement about you from a recruiter and then radio silence.

[AB]

magpie215 said:

Retail will be ramping up for FTC seasonal work.

Not a bad gig obviously min wage but its good for a bit of pocket money and mental stimulation.

You could probably get a gig as an elf or something similar at one of the many festive events that crop up.

[ShortShift811]

Interesting and timely thread, as I’m expecting to be on 3-6 months garden leave shortly.

Let us know how you get on OP. I can absolutely relate to the grey matter not being used and feeling a bit at sea. I’m actively working out what my days might look like to try and avoid it, but some boredom is inevitable. Fingers crossed for your applications.