Workers On Wheels Newsletter #1092 ~ June 26. 2016

Published: Sun, 06/26/16

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Workers On Wheels Newsletter #1092 ~ June 26. 2016

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Update from Your RV Workers On Wheels Newsletter Editor

We're back in Alaska for the summer. Someone asked if there are any jobs available here. Yes. Oh, my, yes. There's a severe shortage of seasonal workers in this part of the state again this year. The owner of the bakery told me his shop is closed some days because he cannot find people to work; he hires bakers, gift shop and counter sales workers, and maintenance and cleaning people. It seems every restaurant in town has a Help Wanted sign in the window, with a need for cooks, servers, and dishwashers to work any and all shifts. The Alaska Department of Natural Resources has numerous volunteer openings at recreation areas, game refuges, boat launches, day use facilities, and campgrounds; although considered volunteer, some of the state positions do include a stipend or subsistence payment. Major retailers in the area are hiring. A school bus aid told me they were short of drivers for summer school. And, if you like to plan ahead, it is this way every summer.

Watching the RVs go past on the highway, one thing stands out this year: more small RVs and fewer huge ones this year than last. Instead of the long fifth-wheels and diesel pushers with toads, we're seeing more Class Bs and tiny trailers.

Wherever you are in your work and travels, we wish you joy and prosperity,

Coleen

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JR Watkins - A Location Independent Business for RVers

Bob and I have been selling JR Watkins products since 2005. People love the vanilla, cinnamon, and pepper, the old time remedies, and the natural skin care products - and that makes it easy to sell. The business is extremely flexible. You do as much or as little as you want. No minimum orders. They'll drop-ship the products for you. Work the business wherever your RV travels take you -- USA or Canada. See the product catalog and learn more.

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Help Wanted Ads - Current Job Openings for RVers

For the Help Wanted ads we posted so far this month -- June -- click here.

This will take you to the jobs posted in May.

You can also find archives of jobs listed in previous months.

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Working RVer Tip -- Catch the Good Luck of Successful People

Develop a network of positive, successful people. Their "good luck" will rub off on you. Actually, it's their positive attitude and appropriate actions, but the point's the same. Their good outlook and good habits set good examples for you to follow.

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Referrals and Finders Fees

You naturally tell people about products and services you like and use. You're sitting around the campfire chatting and as you reach for the insect repellent, you mention how this one works better than any other you've tried. Someone admires your new earrings and asks where you bought them. You just went on an RV caravan to Alaska and you can't wait to tell everyone about it. Businesses gladly pay you to spread the word about their products and services.


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Ways RVers Make Money

Here's a sampling of work RVers are doing to cut their expenses, earn a living, and pay for their travels.

~ Short haul truck driver
~ Sew RV skirting
~ Resort childcare
~ Search engine marketing
~ Sell handspun yarns

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One Minute Business

Build a residual, long-term income. Leverage your time and your efforts. No product sales required. Details here   

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Working RVer Tip -- Diversify

Have at least two income streams. This adds both variety and security to your life. Examples: A camp host who does computer repair. A property caretaker who makes jewelry to sell at flea markets. A website designer who also does square dance calling.

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Did You Miss the Last Workers On Wheels Newsletter?

Read it here.

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Employers and Volunteer Organizers - Post Help Wanted Ads

Submit your Help Wanted ads to Workers On Wheels. Please use the web form - click here.

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Working RVer Tip -- Nix the Naysayers

Don't believe the naysayers who tell you that you can't find a job. People regularly find jobs they like and that meet their financial requirements.

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Want to Know More About Our Personal RV Travels?

Subscribe to our RV Life and Travel E-zine. There's no cost. Sign up on our RV-Life-and-Travel.com website.

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Answering Your Working While RVing Questions

Follow the links below to read our replies, along with reader comments, on our Workers On Wheels website.

~ Maintenance Worker Wages: What would be the average hourly wage for a person who has 35 years of residential and commercial maintenance experience, mainly refrigeration and electrical background?

~ Christians Wanting to Volunteer: Do you have a list of Christian ministries that are looking for RVers to volunteer with them? Where can I find out more about them?

~ Helping Swap Meet and Festival Vendors: How do I find vendors who need people to manage their displays at swap meets and festivals?

~ Answers to Hundreds of Your Questions: Look through the list of questions we've answered. If you don't find your answer, go ahead and ask. Questions are open to comments, so you may share your expertise and opinions.

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Earn Your Living with a Blog or Website

A blog or website is yet another way to earn a living without being tied to one location. Your blog can be about most anything. Picking a topic that you enjoy can make it seem more like fun than work. Still, you have to figure out a way to make money with it. If you'd like to see some examples of how of how others are going about it, see the case studies on SiteBuildIt!

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Campground Jobs

We have an entire section of articles on our website about working at campgrounds and RV parks.


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Work Wanted Ads and Resumes

RVers Seeking Work: Post your full resume on the Workers On Wheels website. There's no charge to you. Submit your Work Wanted or resume.

Employers, Business Owners, and Volunteer Coordinators: Find RVers looking for work. There's no cost to you for this service. Work Wanted ads and worker resumes.

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Facebook Friends and Fans

Workers On Wheels now has an official Facebook page.

If you'd like more personal updates and quotes that I post, send me a friend request.

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Something to Think About

Those who agree with us may not be right, but we admire their astuteness. ~ Cullen Hightower

I believe that every human has a finite number of heartbeats. I don't intend to waste any of mine running around doing exercises. ~ Neil Armstrong

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Coleen Sykora, Editor/Publisher
35555 Spur Hwy #281
Soldotna, AK 99669

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