Saturday, January 05, 2013

Scoopshot Take photos earn money with your smart phone

Scoopshot is a new  crowdsourcing service that allows you to sell you photos and videos to the media and other companies via their smartphone app for both iphone and android devices. All you have to do is upload  images and videos or respond to a task by providing a picture of a specific image. A stunning news photo or video captures an event or phenomenon that interests the media and the general public, something you would immediately share with your friends.  Take photos, earn money   You earn money with every photo and video the media buys. Send in fresh and newsworthy shots so the media and journalists can purchase them from Scoopshot Store. The better the photos and videos you take, the more you can sell and the more you will earn.  Sign up for Scoopshot


How can I earn money with Scoopshot?
How can I cash out my earnings?
You earn money with every photo and video the media buys. Send in fresh and newsworthy shots so the media and journalists can purchase them from Scoopshot Store. The media can buy the publishing rights for photos or videos and Scoopshot will ensure that you are properly compensated.
In the case of news photos and videos, you name the price of each shot. Task photos, instead, have a pre-defined, task-specific reward for each sold shot.
Whenever someone buys your photo or video, you receive a notification directly on your phone. Some, even many, photos or videos will not be sold. By sending your news photos quickly while they are still fresh and by trying to capture shots of as high quality as possible, you can increase the chances of your stuff being sold.
The compensation for photos sold will be paid to your Scoopshot account, visible in the Scoopshot mobile app. You can transfer the money to your account by tapping Cash Out. Fill in the required details and follow the on-screen instructions.
Note that you are not in a rush to cash out your earnings. You can accumulate a larger sum in your Scoopshot account and cash it all out at the same time.
Depending on the payment method, the transfer may take anywhere from a few days to a few weeks. Supported payment methods include for example bank transfers and PayPal.

Tuesday, January 01, 2013

December 2012 work at home job income report

I have gotten a few messages asking can you really make money working at home . Absolutely I have been working at home for 10 years.  My income can go up and down  depending on my workload and the kids schedule.  

I want to start tracking each month for my readers how much money I am making at home doing call center work and some of my other gigs.   Due to Non disclosure agreements I signed  I am not comfortable in saying which call centers I am working making  this money. 

Call Center work I track by the number of hours I am logged in and taking calls.   Some call centers pay a flat hourly rate and some pay only on sales and other pay per talk time.  


Time work 79 hours 
Pay $1448 
Average pay per hour  $18.33 

I typically work closer to 120 hours but I volunteered 5  days at school (usually only 2 month) plus I   work  very minimal over the Christmas holidays  Sssh I only did 10 hours the last week-the house was quite hectic.   My hourly rate does vary between $15-$20 a month. It can depend on sales etc  This month I am primarily worked my per minute call center and luckily they offer commission.  Call center work is my bread and butter and this does help out with family expenses etc. 


Elance and other short task work including mturk -aka non phone work 


Pay  $450

I have been with elance for 3-4 years but never really took them too seriously.  This past summer I got really annoyed with phone work for a month.  So I started to look at elance.  I took some writing gigs as well I happen to have some excel and powerpoint/website  skills. My goal  to be around $500-$600 a month with my "odd jobs"

I am not including anything from any  survey and rewards programs as to me those are just extras and I usually save them up for Christmas.  

Gross Total  $1898  

Expenses  Landline phone and Internet  $75  

Net Total   $1823 

Since all of my work is as independent contractor I take 25% and put it in a saving accounts for tax time.  

Shopkick Smartphone rewards program


Shopkick is a shopping rewards program that’s, well, more rewarding. No plastic cards, no confusing rules, no extra steps. You just do what you love doing anyway—walking into your favorite stores like Target, Macy’s, Best Buy, Crate& Barrel, Old Navy, Toys”R”Us, Exxon and Mobil convenience stores, and more—and you automatically rack up points called “kicks.” No applications to fill out, and no purchase required. That’s right—you just walk in with your smartphone  (both iphone and android) and instantly earn kicks. It’s really that simple, and it’s free!
iphone and android phone rewards program

PARTICIPATION INFO
Minimum Age: 13 (with permission)
Region: US and District of Columbia
Rewards: Gift Cards & Rewards
Min. Balance: Depends On Reward


GENERAL INFORMATION
* Unused bonus expire in 30 days
* Average gig is 10-20 kickbucks each
* Get extra kickbucks for scanning items
* Earn kickbucks just for visiting stores


Sign up for Shopkick smartphone rewards program 

Saturday, December 29, 2012

Telecommuting job cover letter email tips


Your cover email is the first impression potential employers will receive when viewing your work at home online  job application. Unfortunately, many job applicants rush when creating their application materials rather than ensuring they have  portrayed the message they want employers to receive. If you've been sending ineffective application materials, you may as well not be applying for working at home jobs at all.
Every aspect of your online job application will impact an employer’s perception of your qualifications and it all begins with the cover email. The following are three common mistakes to avoid when creating a cover letter to make your next application more effective at grabbing employer attention.

Not Following Job Posting Instructions

When work at home  employers post job openings, they typically include instructions regarding the materials they want applicants to submit. Whether a job posting asks applicants to submit salary requirements, to provide writing samples, or specifies other requirements, ensure you have  included everything that’s requested.
Failing to include all required information in your cover email will automatically cause an employer to trash your application, seeing you as unable to follow simple directions. If the job posting asks for your salary requirements, list them near the end of your cover email. If work samples are requested, submit them in the proper manner and then specify within the cover email how the employer can access the samples.

Providing too Much Information

An employer who opens your email to find an unnecessarily large amount of text will become discouraged before they even begin reading. Your cover email should include only the most relevant of details and should be attractively organized. Include one space between each paragraph and use bullet points when appropriate, such as when listing job qualifications.

Not Editing

Cover email errors are sure to disqualify you as a job applicant. A potential employer who notices errors in your email will either view you as unqualified for the job opening or will think you don’t care enough about the position to edit your job application. Before submitting your cover email, edit it for spelling and accuracy. From whether the contact’s name is spelled correctly to if you’ve included all requested materials, every aspect of the email must be reviewed.
A cover email’s purpose is to grab employer attention and help you land a job. By putting forth the effort to perfect each aspect of your cover letter email and by avoiding the most common mistakes, you’ll be more likely to receive a job offer sooner.

Thursday, December 27, 2012

Opinion Outpost: Take Surveys and Test Products – Earn Cash and Rewards!!

*Accepting New Members Again!!
I have read a ton of good things about Opinion Outpost from other sites. I have not participated in this one before, but I wanted to make you aware of it and will be trying it out since they are now accepting new members again.  
You receive points that you can redeem for prizes or cash. From what I’ve read, the prizes are very attainable!  Plus, be sure to confirm your email with the email they send you so you will be eligible to be a product tester too!


 I’m a member of Opinion Outpost  and really like the fact that you can get a check mailed to you. They do send a good amount of surveys, . Be sure to jump on them when they are sent to you. If not you could lose the chance to do the survey and earn $$$ . I’m up to almost $20 and have only been a member for a few months 



   Sign up today 

Friday, December 14, 2012

Swagbucks: Earn Free Stuff for Searching the Web



I’m always searching the web, so why not get something back?  Swagbucks is one way to do it.

So what the  is Swag Bucks?  Swag Bucks gives you the opportunity to earn points – or “Swag Bucks”- simply for searching the web. You accumulate your Swag Bucks and then you can easily cash them in for prizes, including gift cards which is what I do. I pretty much   cash in my Swag Bucks for $5 Amazon gift cards. Plus, it is so darn easy to cash them in on Amazon.  You can also cash them in for Walmart, target and other retal store gift cards. 

Freelance writing and blogger work at home jobs December 14th


Win $1,500 American Express Card Wiki writer and editor

A PR agency is seeking an expert on creating and editing profiles in Wikipedia and handling communications with clients. Estimated workload: 20-40 hours per week.

Mom and Dad Bloggers with a sense of humor wanted


We're looking for talented writers who would enjoy using their creative gifts to craft helpful, well-written, and entertaining pieces for new parents (babies & toddlers). 
More specifically, we're looking for: 
- Parents who can offer advice on raising babies and toddlers, as well as general lifestyle advice for new parents (managing stress/time, financial planning, fitness etc) 
- Anyone who can find interesting news/research/topics on new parenthood and present it in an entertaining, informative way. You don't necessarily have to be a parent to contribute - as long as you're not giving advice on how to be one! 

Android smartphone reviewer and writing  


We are a Android Enthusiast site, seeking veteran writers & device reviewers in the mobile space. 
If you have a substantial social following, experience and/or interest in contributing to a lively community, and can produce at least one post per week, then we would like to talk to you. We have numerous openings, and are seeking passionate people to bring creative, prescient, and fascinating ideas to the table. 

Photography Blogger


Photodoto.com is a blog about photography. And we need good writers who are passionate about photography (mostly technical side of it). 

What type of content do we publish: 
- All sorts of tips & tutorials to shooting better photos 
- All sorts of tips to making money with your photos 
- Photography gear reviews 
- Post production tips & tutorials 
- Inspirational stuff 


Content Writers Needed!


Article Marketing Co. is a relatively new company with an aim to become the number one content producer on the internet. With this in mind, I am looking for long term writers to help us build a solid reputation. I need experienced writers who are detail orientated, deadline driven, and who strive to provide error free articles every time that are educational and easy to read. All articles will need to follow my company's signature style guide (which is really quite simple). Ideally I want people who are prepared to research and write on any topic. Because we are a young company, the rates aren't great at $7 per 500 word article and $1 per 500 word edit. However, the rates have just increased by $1.50 per 500 word article as promised, and I will continue to increase the rates as my company grows. Web pages and press releases are paid at $8.50 per 500 words. 

Experienced Business/Tech Writers



FullQuota, an inbound marketing agency, is looking for experienced freelance writers to create executive summaries of technology and business articles. This weekly position is about five hours of work a week with a 60-minute training session. Writers earn $150 per each set of five summaries.

We're looking for writers in a number of business and technology areas. Topics include medical device sales software, military force mobilization and mission readiness, ERP software, field services integration software, service and installation contracts, and healthcare administration.

DemandMedia Studios


Demand Media Studios is looking for editors with first-hand experience in fields such as Business, Tech, Travel, Fitness, Nutrition, Pets, and more. This is a perfect opportunity to grow your personal brand and establish yourself as an authoritative voice in the industry of your choice.

As a Studio editor, you will be editing articles written by professional, vetted writers, producing high-quality content for our network of partner content sites. Editorial work is done through our online system that you can access at any time, from anywhere with an internet connection. Editor payments are per article and payment is delivered twice a week for all completed work.

Quiz writer


Rewrite quizzes and answer sheets to provide new coursework and avoid any copyright infringement. Materials are all academic tools used to provide information more than testing knowledge Good communications skills required. 


Article/ Content Writer For Network Of Legal, News and Health websites


We are looking to hire on more article / content writers for our network of news , health and law related websites.This project is for 10 articles with each article being 1000 words each on topics we will provide to you.

Articles must be 

1. 100% original text.
2. Must be well researched and 100% accurate.
3. Must not contain any spelling or grammar errors.


For immediate consideration and a better chance of being selected .. please post 1 paragraph about a recent news event along with your bid.If you are selected to work on this project and we satisfied with your work at the end of the project, then we will re-hire you on an ongoing basis as we always have a need for content writers.