Ask
and You Shall Receive
Never
underestimate the power of asking. Recently a friend at work was buying
a wooden play set for her children. She found that the cost of the labor
to put it together was as much as the price of the play set. Overhearing
the conversation, I told her to post a note at work asking for any coworkers
who are handy and looking for extra money to contact her. Before she
posted the note she already had 2 takers. The rock bottom price of $100
each and a case of beer.
I have
found this to be true of other situations as well. Need a coffee table?
Just ask a few friends, before you know it you'll probably end up with
a whole room full of furniture. It seems people are more than willing
to get rid of things.
Many
times people are unaware anyone has a need for there unwanted items.
A few rules. Always be gracious and take anything given to you. You
can always give it away later. Be willing to pay for services. Most
people will charge you well below the retail value. Always provide some
perks for labor, besides money, food and drinks would be nice too. This
could be even a simple pot of sloppy Joes. If you are happy with the
work refer them to your friends.
In
today's economy we cannot overlook are resources that are available
to us. Trading services is another resource. Plow your neighbor's snow
and maybe you neighbor is skilled enough to supply a haircut. Just remember
there are many low cut and free items out there just for the asking.
Thanks, Marilyn @ www.marilynsmoneyway.blogspot.com
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