Parents - What do you think when you see a babysitting flyer?

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I'm trying to expand my babysitting client base and make some extra money while I'm at home over winter break this year.  I'm thinking about putting up flyers that will include things like my experience, age, references, contact info, etc., and distributing them around my neighborhood.  I'm experienced, honest, punctual, an honors student, grew up in the neighborhood, and so on.  I love kids and wouldn't just plop them in front of a TV or let them run wild all evening.  I have several references from people I've babysat for in the past.

For parents, if you saw a well-written flyer that had the above information, either in your mailbox or in a public place, would you consider calling the number on it if you needed a babysitter?  I would be willing to meet with parents, have negotiable pay and flexible hours, and provide my own transportation, but is a flyer too impersonal to be effective?

Anonymous · Accepted Answer

I got a babysitting job through a flyer (parent's,not mine) but before I could be alone with them I went over and hung out for a few hours to make sure I wasn't crazy. 
Go for it. Worst case scenario: no one calls you.

Melissa · Answer

You know, when I first saw your question...what I think when I see a babysitting flyer is why would anyone hire someone whom they don't know to take care of their precious children.

However, I have to admit that you sound very mature and...I don't know...I think if you post it in a place like your Church  (not grocery store), it just might work.

Good luck to you.

Anonymous · Answer

I personally would not respond to a flyer.


Have you tried websites like  pennysaver.com, craigslist.com and kijiji.com?

Parents - What do you think when you see a babysitting flyer?

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