How to Start Babysitting as a Teen: Make Money and Build Responsibility

In this episode of the Cash Kid Podcast, we dive into the story of Kennedy Teal, a college student who’s turned her love of babysitting into a profitable side hustle. Learn how Kennedy balances her busy schedule with school, babysitting, and carpool duties, all while building life skills and making extra cash. If you're a teen looking to start babysitting or parents hoping to guide your kids toward financial responsibility, this episode is packed with practical advice! Discover Kennedy's strategies for gaining trust with families, managing her time, and using her earnings wisely.

Don’t miss Kennedy’s valuable tips on juggling responsibilities, building a babysitting business, and why babysitting is the perfect flexible job for teens. Hit play, and learn how you can start earning money as a teen and grow your skills for the future!

 

 

Timestamps/Chapters: 0:00 – Introduction to the Cash Kid Podcast
0:40 – Meet Kennedy Teal: Student & Babysitter Extraordinaire
1:45 – How Kennedy Got Started Babysitting
3:00 – Balancing School, Babysitting & Carpool Duties
4:50 – Overcoming Challenges & Staying Organized
6:20 – Skills Learned from Babysitting
7:30 – Managing Money from Babysitting Income
8:45 – Building Trust with Parents & Families
10:15 – Advice for Teens Starting a Babysitting Business
11:50 – Kennedy’s Future Plans and Career Goals
12:10 – Tips for Staying Organized with a Busy Schedule
12:30 – Final Words & Inspiration for Teen Entrepreneurs
13:00 – Conclusion & Call to Action: Be a Cash Kid!