Tag: summer jobs
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The Ups and Downs of Your Child’s Summer Job
Get Pregnant Fast As the school year wraps up and summer approaches—filled with long days that often lead to kids lamenting their boredom and pleading for spending money—you might want to consider guiding your child toward a summer job. A little part-time work can keep them busy and give them some cash they didn’t swipe…
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Why Have Summer Jobs for Teens Become a Thing of the Past?
Get Pregnant Fast Times have certainly evolved. Nowadays, many families prioritize educational or service experiences—like volunteering for organizations such as Habitat for Humanity—over traditional summer jobs that help teens develop essential skills. According to writer Jake Thompson in a recent piece for the local news outlet, this shift means that teens are missing out on…
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7 Compelling Reasons for Students to Pursue Real Summer Jobs
Get Pregnant Fast As the school year wraps up, many college and high school students find themselves pondering how to spend their summer vacations. Unfortunately, it seems that a significant number are opting out of traditional summer employment. Reports indicate that only about 25% of students take on actual jobs during the summer months, a…
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A Message to My Future Teenagers: Embrace the Value of Work
Get Pregnant Fast As I prepare for the thrilling journey of parenthood, I’ve decided that there’s one essential lesson I want my children to learn: they need to get summer jobs as teenagers. My kids are still quite young—just 7 and 4 years old—so their summers right now are filled with fun activities like cartwheeling,…
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8 Essential Tips for Teens Managing Their Paychecks This Summer
Get Pregnant Fast As summer approaches, many teens are gearing up for their first jobs. It’s a great opportunity for them to learn about money management, and as parents, we want to ensure they’re well-prepared. In light of that, I consulted with financial expert, Jamie Collins, author of Smart Money Moves for Teens. Here are…