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Choosing a business idea often comes from frustrations in your own world. We started Pre-wrap.com because we couldn’t find colored pre-wrap in our local area. Seventeen-year old Celeste discovered that finding a job is not an easy task for a teen. She learned that lesson quickly when she ventured out to find work. She realized that she didn’t even know where to begin! The whole job world was open to her, which was a bit overwhelming and even intimidating. She sought help from her older brothers who have earned paychecks doing everything from mowing lawns to serving ice cream, but soon expanded her questioning to a broader circle of acquaintances.

Celeste decided to help her friends by passing on what she learned about first jobs to others through myfirstpaycheck.com. It is a slow process but Celeste and Austin are constantly trying to make the site better. Along with job, internship, and volunteer opportunities, Myfirstpaycheck.com provides advice and resources, including a dynamic resume builder, to help young people have a more successful job application process.

Myfirstpaycheck.com is also a valuable resource for companies searching for an online outlet to hire temporary, seasonal and part-time employees.

Keep checking myfirstpaycheck.com for job advice and job postings for teens like you, and please feel free to pass on any suggestions you have. You can get some tips about your first job and help a teen entrepreneur grow her business! Check it out today!

By Brad Rhoton

Before you and your teen start looking for a job, you’ve got to find out if they can legally work as a teen. Every state has child labor laws, which may limit the jobs they can do, based on their age, and the number of hours they can work during the school year or summer break. In most cases, they’ll be required to fill out a student work permit in order to work as a teen. Check with their school or a local government office for more information.

If your teen is legally able to work, the first step is to set aside a Friday and a Saturday to dedicate to finding your teen(s) a job. Friday evening you need to map out 50 to 60 shopping centers and/or fast food restaurants in your chosen area.

Let your teen know that it’s best to apply for lots of jobs, including ones they really want and ones they would just be okay with, since they won’t get every job they apply for. Let them know to always look their best and be polite with everyone they talk to when they’re applying for jobs.

The next morning at 10:00 am tell your teen to visit, personally, each company while you wait in the car (make sure to bring lots to read because it will be a long wait.) Your teen should then go in and ask for an application, the manager’s name and phone number. Be sure to give your teens a break or two and lots of encouragement because they are going to need it!

After you have visited each company, your teen should fill out the applications at home then call each manager and ask to set up an interview when they bring back the applications.

Your teen is in big demand so you’re going to need voicemail so you can receive the many phone calls your teen will be accumulating.

When your teen has successfully made a numerous amount of interviews, have them dress accordingly (nothing too trendy or flashy). Interviews can be scary, so your teen needs to do a little preparation ahead of time to be ready. Most employers will want to know what your teen thinks their strengths and weaknesses are, what interested them in the position, and what kind of schedule they’ll be able to keep. Tell your teen never, ever lie to the interviewer, but to be realistic with their answers. And remember, the goal of the interview is to find out if they’re a good match for the job. Following these interview tips is sure to get your teen the job they want - SUPERFAST!

If your teen is offered a job, they will probably also want to discuss a schedule and the amount of money your teen will paid. Your teen will get an introduction to the business and be briefed on what their responsibilities will be. Let your teen know to pay close attention during training, and speak up if they have any questions.

This is sure to work time and time again, so plan it this Saturday and your teens will be raking in the cash by next week!!

About the Author: Did you know it takes 9 months for the average American to find a job? Can you afford to wait that long? Brad Rhoton has been Vice President of local and national employment agencies all over the US for over twenty years, and has used his experience to write a book called How to Find a Job Super Fast. Use Brad’s time-tested tips to find a job in days instead of weeks: http://www.JobsSuperFast.com

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Looking for teen jobs? Maybe summer work? Or after school?

The good news is that there’s a strong demand for teenagers who want to work hard. And good money to be made. But you’re not going to get it just by wishful thinking. In fact, you have to be prepared to work for it.

However, if you go about your teen jobs search the right way, you can dramatically move the odds in your favor by following some simple guidelines.

1. Look at many options. Don’t limit yourself to one particular job or one special employer. Go around to several businesses in your area and pick up employment applications. While you’re there, look around. Get a feel for the operation. Is it a place where you could feel comfortable working? What would your fellow workers be like?

2. Do some basic intelligence gathering. Get some information about the organization and what they’re looking for in a successful employee. Probably your best source of intelligence is to ask people who are currently working there.

3. Fill out all the applications correctly and neatly. Remember, this is the first exposure you’ll have to an employer. So you want it to be one that makes you look good. Speaking of looking good, dress neatly when you return the application. Ask to speak to the manager so he/she can put a live face to the written application. Being memorable helps a lot.

4. You pick the one that’s right for you. Not all applications will be accepted. But if you’ve approached several businesses, the chances are you’ll net two or three invitations to come in for an interview. It’s there that an employer will make a hiring decision about you. And when you’re picked, that’s the time to decide which opportunity is the best one for you. There’s nothing like having options!

5. Look and act like a pro! You get one shot at making an impression on an employer. When you meet face-to-face it’s make or break time. So dress neatly. Look the employer directly in the eyes with a smile. Have a firm handshake. Answer questions enthusiastically. And be sure to say that you’re honest, hard working and have a habit of showing up on time.

Look. Teen jobs are readily available these days. But only to those who can give the employer the reassurance that you will fit in as a productive member of the team. Only you can communicate that. Don’t presume that an employer will figure it out. You need to be assertive in promoting yourself.

For teen jobs, employers are looking for someone who’s trustworthy, on time, has reloiable transportation, a team player and eager to learn. Present yourself that way and you practically guarantee yourself a good job! Author Resource:- Paul Bowley manages EEI, the world-class pioneer in alternative job search techniques and innovative e-business strategies . . . since 1985. Check out THE WORLD’S FASTEST JOB SEARCH PLAN! And grab our stunning FREE REPORT! http://www.fastest-job-search.com