If you're under sixteen and still can't get a real job, doing newspaper delivery is a great way to earn some money. If you work seven days a week you can earn as much as £ 100 a month. Important money for a 13-15 year old boy.
Steps
Step 1. Look for a newsstand that needs a boyfriend / girlfriend
But don't pick the first one you see. First make sure how much they pay, how long they stay open, and how many newspapers you should deliver each day.
Step 2. If there are no newsstands nearby, try asking the school if there are any such shops in the area
If they are already busy leave your name so they can contact you when they need it.
Step 3. Make sure you have a work permit from your guidance counselor, because if you don't have it, it will be classified as a violation of the law
Step 4. Make sure you learn the route by heart
And make sure you learn the easiest and fastest ways because losing yourself will be the worst thing that can happen to you. Also make sure you always deliver on time.
Step 5. If the route is long go by bike
But if the houses are all next to each other then forget it.
Step 6. Prepare the night before
If you have to be there at 7.00 wake up between 6.00 and 6.15. Remember to eat something before going out. Maybe something like a banana and a glass of water. It will give you the right energy and hydration.
Step 7. Be prepared for any type of weather
If it's cold, put on a jacket or windbreaker. This is very important. Make sure they are waterproof. Wouldn't it be nice to get wet to the bone or get covered in snow
Step 8. Get some lights if it's dark
Except between March and September, it is very likely to be dark and cold. Put the lights on your bike and bring a flashlight. You could also wear a high-visibility jacket or glow-in-the-dark armbands. You might sound silly but it's a great help if you're on a busy street where cars aren't expecting a bike to appear. It's not worth the risk. Besides, who will ever find out?
Step 9. Remember that laps on weekends are more difficult
Newspapers are heavier and you may have to do two turns. But that only matters if you work all seven days. During the week it will be easier - enjoy it!
Advice
- Doing it during Christmas or the summer holidays is like winning the lottery. Ask all the houses around you. Don't go and ask in a shop that puts all the money in an envelope and divides it among everyone because it's unfair, you deserve so much more. During the summer you can also do the laps of all those who are not there and earn even more. Also you can start at 8 instead of 7.
- Find someone willing to replace you if you are sick or away on vacation.
- The best time to start is the week before schools reopen. So you can plan your route and know what time to wake up so as not to be late for school.
- Don't arrive late in the morning. Make sure you are on time and do some stretching exercises so you don't get cramps.
- Enjoy your rightfully deserved money, but don't spend it all at once. If you shop too often you will not accumulate enough money, if you do them only occasionally, you will spend only out of boredom.
- Find some friends to do this with. You'll have double the fun.
- Good fun!
Warnings
- Watch out for traffic at all times.
- Never leave the newspapers outside in bad weather. The only good reason to do this is if there is a dog barking at you. People will understand.
- The best thing to do is to show the dog that you are not afraid. After all, it's behind a big door. It should be really strong to get to you.
- Dogs feel fear, and at that point they bark even louder.
- If you are afraid of aggressive dogs or dogs in general then this is not the job for you. No kidding!
- Even if you are not required by law, still wear a safety helmet when riding a bike. And turn on the lights when it's dark.
- Ask many shops.
