Remember how our grandparents' grandparents' grandparents' use to survive? I am sure you don't since you were not around then but I think you get the point. Our ancestors survived off so much less and seemed to do so much more!

I know I know...different economy different situations........ but the goal is pretty much the same! We all want to take care of our families and pay our bills. We can do this without being slaves to our failing economy.

How:

We buy bread, but did you know that you can make your own bread for (well for me because I am a cheap bargain hunter that buys in bulk) $0.20 a loaf! Now prices will vary depending on where you buy your ingredients but the the ingredients are really basic. I bought a bread machine on Craigslist and with bread, cinnamon rolls, pizza dough, and biscuit dough, I made my money back a looooooooooong time ago!

How about making your own jelly? Jelly is not cheap but you could make your own jelly and save big! Now this site has pictures but if you are too busy for all that grape mashing and cheese cloth...you can go the cheater cheater pumpkin eater route like i do and buy 100% Grape Juice (or whatever juice you prefer apple, etc.) and make your jelly that way! This is another wonderful site with pictures.
Now for those who want the recipe without the grapes (pictures included), I highly suggest taking notes.

Okay, enough about jelly...what else can you do yourself that does not depend on the modern market? Maybe make Peanut Butter? Lets face it...everyone does not like that stuff when its all natural but its very expensive in the store and it makes super duper peanut butter cookies! If you don't believe me, make a batch with Jif (since they are on the safe list right now) and a batch with the homemade stuff. I guarantee the natural batch is best.

Enough of all that cooking...let's talk barter and trade! Yes I am too excited about all this...but pay attention! You could start a garden and trade your tomatoes for your neighbor's pear peppers! You could trade your homemade jelly for their spiced up honey peanut butter! We are quick to throw money at things nowadays...whether it be a problem, something we want, our children, or even something as serious as our health (trust me people can be foolish)! Let's not throw money out the door when we can just utilize those around us.

What does this have to do with working at home? EVERYTHING! We do all of this talking in blogs, but we do not use the same thought in everyday life! We network, utilize each other for info on new scams and job leads, help each other with recipes, and tips for organization, and we share our thoughts, and business ideas but how about sharing our natural abilities with those we love. This helped our ancestors and although it looks a little different its still the same. We can do the same thing now and not just online but out in the world as well.

Still wondering how this ties into working at home? Easy! Don't overload your calendar with working and you can take that free time and make and barter things that will save and make you money. Clear as mud? We are talking business here people. When you make jelly, you might make 8 jars and out of those 8 jars you could keep 2 and the rest could be bartered for something you need or even sold to make more money! Get paid doing something you always do...that's the theme for the day. Make 5 gallons of detergent and sell them in pickle jars for $3 a piece depending on the size of the jars! It doesn't cost much to make it and you will be doing something you need to do for yourself anyway! Its a win win situation and you can make money without the stress of deadlines. People say its a bad time to start your own business but that truly depends on the kind of business it is! We could all use a way to save some money so take your money saving tips and turn them into savings for others and cash in your pocket! You do not have to call it a business right now, just make something and get the ball rolling .....the money will soon follow!

Resources:
Tips
Peanut Butter


Jump start your own economy and take some of these tips to heart while you check out:

NEW

Pharmacist

Internet Judge

Medical Content Reviewer

Aetna

Order Entry

United Health

Java Developer

MetLife

Today.com

Auditor

Contract /Proposal Writer

Novartis

Proofreader/Editor

Talk2Rep

Mac User

Before I turn you over to today's leads, I wanted to make sure that I gave you guys a quick reminder on who is "still hiring". These companies have been hiring and still need employees if you still need a job, you should be ashamed for not apply by now. . . . . . . they have been waiting on you:

• Sutherland
• Reserve America
• Teletech
• Embarq
• Convergys
• Lionbridge
• NEW
• AlpineAccess
  

These are just a few of the many places hiring right now. Please enjoy these links to other companies that are currently hiring:

• Writer
• Resume Writer
• Writer
• Surprise
  
• WOW
  
• Courseware Author
  
• Resume Writer
• Artist
• Fashion Writer
• Teacher
• Financial Analyst

Anyone that knows me, knows that I absolutely love blogging. Its a great way to do what I love, talking. Imagine my joy when I saw this great group of blogging jobs:
Digital Media and Technology
Linux Blogger
Editor/Blogger
WebDesign
Internet Marketing
There are so many opportunities in the field of blogging. The smaller money can add up to big money and lets face it, all money will pay a bill. Have you ever given thought to starting your own blog? If so, check out my tips section and get blogging! Blogging allows you to work at your own pace and provides a great outlet for those who cannot work at home using a telephone. If blogging is not for you, feel free to explore the many leads provided each day.

Sales @ Pitney Bowes
Humana
Real Estate Data Entry
Blogger/Writer
Recruiter
Staples in Baton Rouge
Dispatcher
Tech Support
Dutch
Bill Review
Insurance Sales
QA Reviewers Atlanta

If you guys think that those links are awesome wait until you find out what AllRecipes.com is up to now:

Allrecipes.com is celebrating its 11th year anniversary. This is an exciting opportunity to make a difference with a rapidly growing company which is at a pivotal juncture in its history. Our audience has grown rapidly to 7MM home cooks monthly. We need an exceptional leader with the vision, experience, and drive to help us accomplish our goals. Allrecipes.com is located in Seattle, WA in the SODO area, and is part of the Readers Digest Association family of businesses.
Reader’s Digest Association is the world’s leading food publisher with businesses centering on magazine and book publishing, nationwide cooking schools and interactive media.
REPORTS TO: International – Content Manager, Seattle WA
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Recipe editors apply food knowledge, knowledge of Japan, and a passion for food and accuracy to publish content to the web.

• Edits , translates and publishes recipes
• Localizes content, ingredients, measurements and vocabulary for Japanese audience
• Categorizes recipes
• Performs recipe and food-related research

QUALIFICATIONS

•• Bilingual in Japanese and English.
• Must have thorough experiential knowledge of Japanese lifestyle, cuisine, metrics, and cooking terms
• Experienced in home and/or industry cooking
• High attention to detail
• Excellent writing and editing techniques.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Ability to problem solve and prioritize tasks both independently and in a team setting.
• Proficiency with MS Word, MS Excel and Outlook. Experience using Internet for research
• Culinary degree or food industry experience; excellent grammar skills
• Lawfully permitted to work in the U.S.


We offer flexible hours, and casual, friendly work environment. To apply, please send resume and cover email to jobs (at) allrecipes.com

When life gives you lemons, make lemon cake! That's the way that saying goes right? Okay okay close enough. Life is giving me a nice bunch of lemonades right now and rather than plummet the idiots that have hurt me with the lemons, I think I will make a lemon cake.

Look its natural to want to seek revenge on employer when they have wronged you, but that's not the woman scorned way to handle it. When an employer disappoints you or fires you (no I was not fired) there is no reason to bash them or to hack into their website and .....well let's not go there. Since revenge is best served cold then take that anger and resentment and use it to get a BETTER job or to go into business for yourself. Who knows, your employer could have made the best mistake of your life. Their ignorance can be your inspiration.

GO get that new job (that pays more and makes your old job look like slave wages)
GO start that new business or teach that new class
Whatever you do, LIVE don't exist!

Here are a few companies that are actively hiring and they need you (to work from home of course):
Sutherland
LiveOps
Hilton
Cloud10
WorkingSol
Teletech
1800Flowers
1800Diapers
and More where that came from!

I got a response from one new job I applied for and unfortunately, I did not get the job. I did, however, get the kindest response in the world. It just encouraged me to keep trying. I have to continue since, like an idiot, I announced my resolution would be to write a book! I wonder if no one ever sees the book, if it still counts?

Maybe I should shift my focus? I could take pictures of everything I can cook(like the yummy cake above) and give them to people who made the resolution to lose weight. Once they break the resolution, maybe they will buy stuff from me. What? I am getting desperate here!

Times are hard and so is the ability to put your hands on money. I watch these snotty rich kids on television spending a MORTGAGE on their wardrobe and I sit and think...... I wish they would go broke. I know its evil, but its honest. Is it really evil that I want to see Paris Hilton destitute? She did not work for her money, I can be mean to her. I could see if she was out doing a lot of good and she actually saved her money and was a frugal person, but she is not.

Okay T, its time to stop hating on Paris and get your piece of the cake (no not pie, cake is bigger). I am going to keep trying to go and get that giant slice of cake but I still want to help you all get yours as well so.......
Content Review
Tax Preparer
Customer Service
and more.....