1001 Ways to Make Money If You Dare (18 page)

100 EXERCISE YOUR VOCAL CORDS.
Singing on the street is a surefire moneymaker. You don't even have to be good at it. Look at William Hung. As long as you put yourself — and your tip cup — out there, and aren't embarrassed by your lack of talent, you're good to go!

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101 PLAY ON THE STREET CORNER.
You have your acoustic guitar shined and ready for strumming, have memorized all of Leonard Cohen's songs to seduce the ladies (or at the very least, you can play “Cars” by Gary Numan), and have picked out the busiest spot for pedestrian traffic. It's time to let the spotlight (or streetlight) shine and make some coin. Try writing some new lyrics about economic despair and set them to a familiar tune. Nothing gets the crowd going more than desperation.

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102 BE A LIVING STATUE.
Do you have the desire to freak out strangers and make money? Well, acting as a living statue is your golden ticket. Wear a costume and put on makeup so you look like you're a statue, then stand on an elevated platform and move in slow motion in a way that makes sense with your costume.

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103 GO DOOR TO DOOR TAKING SURVEYS.
Are you friendly? Outgoing? Not afraid of rejection? A job as a survey taker may be right for you. The premise is simple: knock on doors and convince people to answer questions about their lives. A bit of advice though — if the sign on the fence says “Beware of Dog,” it's probably a good idea to walk on by that particular house.

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104 JOIN A FOCUS GROUP.
You have strong opinions; why not get paid to express them! Marketing specialists all over the country are waiting to hear your thoughts on TV shows, juice drinks, and more. Check local craigslist postings for such opportunities.

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105 SCALP TICKETS.
Everyone wants tickets to the big game. Help them achieve that goal while padding your pockets. All you need to be a scalper is a ticket — one that you can sell for five times its original price. Get yourself down to the ballpark, stadium, or playhouse, but keep a low profile. In most places, scalping is illegal.

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106 BECOME A FREELANCE LIMO DRIVER.
Earn some extra cash and show up in style. This job is a little like being a hired gun. You drive the car, make some money, and keep the tip, but you're not actually employed by the company. The bad news: you have to wear a suit to work. The good news: nice pay for a few hours of work and a chance to hobnob with the rich … and maybe famous.