I kinda just fell into it. I had been working a ton of overtime at my 9-5 office job and while I do like my job and get satisfaction out of it, 12-13 hours a day grinds on you after a while. I had been considering a second job but couldn't really find anything to fit with my hours.
One day after work, I saw a sink by the curb. I had heard the radio ads for a new scrapyard in the area so I figured what the hell, I'll bring this in on my way home. With $22 in my pocket, I realized I had found my second source of income. I get to be my own boss, meet some interesting people, promote recycling and help to support my family. It's pretty cool.
I don't think this will ever turn into a full time gig, I can't walk away from the health insurance and 401k and other benefits at my 9-5 (plus, the pay is actually kind of decent). But this gives me something to do in my free time, I enjoy it and it keeps me active. Maybe someday I'll get a car trailer and start junking cars. Maybe I'll just keep taking in shred/tin loads. I'll see where it takes me.
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