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Part-time work...literally

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I asked the network if the financial crisis has affected them in a positive way, and Thom Davis from West Lafayette, Indiana told us about how he makes extra cash…one piece at a time:

What I found was that each one of us have the ability to use our skills to create value — and hence wealth. I tapped into skills I haven’t used since high school to start a used auto parts business. No not a junk yard, I have neighbors! I now moonlight by taking apart ONE car at a time, and sell every part on eBay.

Amazing! How about you? Have you discovered a new skill? Click on the link above to share your thoughts directly with the newsroom…or leave a comment below.

And go here if you want to see Stevie Wonder’s take on the whole part-time thing.

Discussion: 1 Comment

  • Posted by lmfarms on February 10, 2009 7:27 PM

    Yes I agree with the above and what can be done on ebay if you put your head to it and just sit and think. He is making lemonade out of lemons buying cars worth nothing and selling the parts for a small fortune. That is what I meant by using your head. The USA has never crumbled and this isn’t the start. Just like citi is down sizing and in the next 3 months I think the stock will triple. Thanks

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