The Outlier Model

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The Pros and Cons of Making Your Own Toothpaste: Is it Worth the Hassle?

Tamila McDonald / September 8th, 2022 / No Comments

There are a lot of reasons to make your own toothpaste. Maybe you’re concerned about the chemicals in store-bought toothpaste. Maybe you want to save money. Or maybe you just enjoy being hands-on in the kitchen. Whatever your reason, making your own toothpaste is an option worth considering! Let’s look at the pros and cons of DIY toothpaste so that you can decide for yourself if it’s...

Is It Possible to Un-Quit a Job?

Jenny Smedra / August 11th, 2022 / No Comments

Leaving a job or handing in your resignation is a huge decision. It’s one that you should make with careful consideration and not in the heat of the moment. However, we are all human and sometimes make choices we wish we could take back. But, what happens if you realize you made a mistake? Is it possible to un-quit a job, or are you stuck with the consequences of making an impulsive decision? Why...

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6 Ways Students Can Earn Cash by Thinking Outside the Box

Tamila McDonald / July 22nd, 2022 / No Comments

Today’s students have a lot on their plates. Not only do they have to ensure they are completing their studies, but a lot of them also have to find ways to pay for school. With this in mind, here are 6 ways students can earn cash by thinking outside the box. 1. Sell Used Textbooks and School Supplies Students can make some extra cash by selling used textbooks and school supplies that they no...

Posted in: Personal Finance Tagged with: Earning Students, Student Side Hustle

Can Selling Scrap Metal Supplement Your Income?

Jenny Smedra / July 7th, 2022 / No Comments

My husband and I both come from rural backgrounds and generations of “collectors.” Now that they are gone, we have inherited all their treasures and abandoned projects. While dad kept parts for vehicles, project bikes, and lawn care equipment, my husband has nearly four generations of leftover farm equipment that needs to be hauled away. After seeing how much other people make from selling...

Posted in: Personal Finance Tagged with: Scrap Metal, selling scrap metal