Many times this can lead to taking care of pets, especially in the summer, when people go on vacations. People in the neighborhood need to know that you, the child, are out there, eager to earn money. This is the most important thing. Get to know your neighbors. I realize in this day and age that it may take some help by the parents to get the you out there in the beginning, because we know that there is a danger with meeting people that you don t know.
Parents always have to lend a hand, and to keep attentive to whom the children are talking to.
Senior citizens may be a child's best client. Be up front after you get to know some people. Tell them that you are trying to earn money. Ask them if they need things done. Hand out your name and phone number.