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February 03, 2012

What kind of sideline should you try?

Looking for a raket? Check out this quiz to find out which one's perfect for you! By Myra Mortega-Calulo
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sideWith the prices of both luxuries and necessities going up, sometimes we find that our salaries aren’t enough to cover everything comfortably. Sure, gaining control over your cash flow means reducing unnecessary spending, but it can also means supplementing your earnings by doing a little work on the side. Moonlighting is a time-honored way of getting extra cash, and there are many opportunities if you know where to look and focus on your strengths.

 

But how do you know what kind of sideline job is perfect for you? Are you more suitable for artistic gigs? Or are you more of the risk-taking go-getter type who’s perfect for entrepreneurial ventures? Maybe you’d make your fortune in sales or make yourself indispensable in an administrative position. Take the quiz below to find out the type of sideline that might be perfect for you!

 

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1 .) Your team is working on a new project. Which task would you volunteer for?
  1. Designing the collaterals for the event.
  2. Coordinating with sponsorships.
  3. Overseeing the entire thing.
  4. Handling the logistics of the project.
2 .) You got an idea to further improve your event. How would you pitch it to your boss?
  1. "I have an idea that should really impress our clients and customers."
  2. "I think we can sell more of our product if we try this idea I’ve got."
  3. ”I know how we can make this event the best ever.”
  4. "I thought of the perfect way to make sure everything runs without a hitch."
3 .) How do you deal with stress?
  1. You whip up something "experimental" yet delicious for dinner.
  2. You invite your colleagues out for some after-work grub.
  3. You treat yourself to a full-body massage.
  4. You spend some quiet time putting your thoughts and things in order.
4 .) It’s the day of the big event, and you’re short on manpower. Which task will you be juggling, aside from your assignment?
  1. Documenting the event.
  2. Manning the registration booth.
  3. Entertaining the guests before the event commences.
  4. Floor directing.
5 .) Your friend asks you to help her with her parents’ golden wedding anniversary. What would you do?
  1. Work on the invitations and venue decoration
  2. Call up the invited guests for confirmations
  3. Coordinate with the caterer and other needed services
  4. Make sure everyone knows the game plan and what they need to do
6 .) You’re thinking of starting up a cupcake business. Which part excites you the most?
  1. The cupcake baking and decorating itself
  2. Marketing your business
  3. Knowing that you’re in control of everything
  4. Scouting for the perfect location, equipment, and, of course, recipes
7 .) You’re setting up a garage sale for the weekend. Which task do you start on?
  1. Making sure your items are presentable
  2. Advertising your garage sale
  3. Setting up your target earning and drafting up a plan to achieve it
  4. Working on an organized system
8 .) You decide to put up a website so more people will know about your sideline. What do you focus on most?
  1. The engaging and inviting design
  2. The press releases and spiels for potential customers
  3. Getting it up and running in the least amount of time
  4. Making sure all the information is complete, down to the details
9 .) Your friend is producing a short indie film and asks you to help her out for the weekend. What type of work are you comfortable with?
  1. Costumes and production design—you’ll make sure everything looks stunning
  2. Acting—whether small or large, you’ll milk any role you get for what it’s worth
  3. Direction—you’d be great helping people with their blocking and cueing them for their lines
  4. Logistics and management—you find whatever needs doing and the best person to do it
10 .) You’re faced with some free time at work. What do you do?
  1. Work on possible studies for design projects
  2. Work on marketing strategies
  3. Review problems encountered on your latest project, and make contingency plans for the next one
  4. Compile files for documentation
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  • Cha Apr 03 2012 @ 10:01am Report Abuse
       
    It gives more ideas now :) this female network really helps. :)
  • Ivy 5 months ago Report Abuse
       
    because of female network very informative site for Girls. Internet is a better place now (:
  • hayzel_nut 5 months ago Report Abuse
       
    Thanks FN, great help!!
  • craziestqueenever 5 months ago Report Abuse
       
    Very True! Administrator ;)
  • ukays best 2 weeks ago Report Abuse
       
    Whoa! Perfectly right! No wonder my sideline " Ukay's Best (page) in FB is doing well and good. Been to online business for 6 years already...and counting..

    The quizzes here are addictive..love it!
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Myra Mortega-Calulo has been Female Network's Features Editor since June 2012, but she has been writing for FN as a freelance contributor since March 2010... Read more...
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