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Become a part-timer 4; Many of you have written to Young Scot asking for ideas on how to find part-time work. Here are our Top 10 Tips to get you started.


No 1 CHECK out our site at www.youngscot.org (law channel) to find out all about the law on part-time work and how it applies to your age group. You need to know how many hours you can legally work.

No 2WRITE a CV, which is basically a sheet about you and what you've done. Jot down Verb 1. jot down - write briefly or hurriedly; write a short note of
jot

write - communicate or express by writing; "Please write to me every week"
 if you have worked before, such as doing a paper round and also any hobbies It may never be fully completed or, depending on its its nature, it may be that it can never be completed. However, new and revised entries in the list are always welcome. This is a list of hobbies.  or interests you might have.

This then shows all potential employers that you are reliable and responsible, which will work to your advantage. If you need more help on CV writing, check the Training & Work section ofwww.youngscot.org Remember to make sure you have loads of copies of your CV because you will be giving them out to lots of potential employers.

No 3DRAW up a list of possible businesses and plan your campaign. You don't want something too far away that is a hassle Hassle () is a location in Närke, Sweden, where a Celtic treasure was found in 1936.

It comprises a large bronze cauldron which contained two Bronze Age swords of the Hallstatt type, a pommel of bronze, two bronze buckets with
 to get to. Make a decision as to whether you are going to call in at the business in person or phone.

If you call in, don't bring a crowd of your mates too.

Always look smart and clean.

No 4GET smart and be prepared know how much you can work and how much you want to be paid, within reason.

You're hardly going to be paid pounds 50 an hour! And there's no point realising later that you can't work Fridays, Saturdays or Sundays because you have homework or have other things on.

No 5WHEN you call into shops, say you are interested in part-time workand leave your CV in case something comes up later.

No 6PERSEVERE per·se·vere  
intr.v. per·se·vered, per·se·ver·ing, per·se·veres
To persist in or remain constant to a purpose, idea, or task in the face of obstacles or discouragement.
! It might take some time, but you will find something in the end.

The more you ask the more word will get round that you are willing and determined.

No 7WHEN you do find a job, be prepared to try your hand at anything, providing it's safe and legal.

You never know, this may lead to promotion, which can often mean more money!

No 8CONSIDER putting a card in shops, supermarkets, or at the Post Office saying that you're looking for work. Include your name and phone number.

If someone calls and you arrange to meet up make sure you tell your parents or guardians where you are going and what time you'll be back. Meet in a safe place, preferably pref·er·a·ble  
adj.
More desirable or worthy than another; preferred: Coffee is preferable to tea, I think.



pref
 at the business.

No 9FOR extra pocket money approach neighbours This article is about an Australian soap opera. For other articles with similar names, see Neighbours (disambiguation).
Neighbours is a long-running Australian soap opera, which began its run in March 1985.
, friends and relatives offering things such as lawn-mowing, dog-walking, car washing, video rental returns or shopping.

Make a card saying which jobs you'll do and how much they cost. Be reasonably priced because if you charge too much no one will employ you. Remember to talk to your parents or guardians about this beforehand.

No 10TELL Young Scot about your successes and failures so that we can pass on your top tips to others!

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