I have a new babysitter for Greg this summer. All I can really afford to pay her is $1.50 an hour. Now, keep in mind that she told me I can pay her anything I want to.
I feel that that isn’t enough, though. That’s only $12 a day, $9 every other Saturday. So here’s what I was thinking-
I thought I’d offer her free hair service (cuts, colors, perms, whatever) and a free bottle of shampoo and such when she needs it to go along with the money. What do you think? Would she be insulted? Would you accept that as payment?
MaryAnn
I’m into superstition, black cats, and voodoo dolls (<—written in case Ricky reads this board)
I was a licensed day care provider, supporting my kids and I would have taken it in a minute. It’s tough to afford to be good to yourself and this is a perfect “excuse”. Providing she can afford basic necessities, I’d say “Go for it”.
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See? Now, I would have been somehwat insulted – but then, I’m a male and get the $11.00 haircut at Bob’s Discount Barbers every 3rd month or whatever. I see the female population views this much differently
“I guess one person can make a difference, although most of the time they probably shouldn’t.”
Assuming this is a female teenager, I’d say definitely go for it. As long as everything is agreed upon and understood up front, it should be a good deal for both of you.
Depends on her age. If she’s youngish, and this is disposable income, definately a good deal. If she’s older, and she is depending on summer work to pay for, say her books in the upcoming year, I’d say no.
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I thought this was totally nuts at first till I read your profile and saw that you are a hairstylist. Go for it. She probably can’t afford to do that sort of thing if she’s a teen who’s only income is from babysitting.
When I was a teenager, I knew a lady who was a hairstylist and I used to cut her grass for free haircuts, which involved about 5 minutes with a set of electric clippers. It saved me about $10 a month at the time.
You’re entering into a contract here. Spell out in some detail with her what you mean by “hair service” and “when she needs it.” Is that one cut a month? A perm and a weekly trim? A dye job and weekly touch-ups? All of the above? Could she be in your shop on a daily basis if she felt like she needed it? How often may she have shampoo? is that any brand in the store, even the expensive brand? Better to spell it out now so that both of you have clear expectations rather than drama later.
I’m impressed that you realize that she’s providing a valuable service, and that $1.50/hr. isn’t much compensation. Your offer of a valuable service in return is generous, and would probably be appreciated. Go ahead and talk to her about it. Nothing to be embarrased about.
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mangeorge
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I say that is a great deal for her any way you look at it. A perm costs me $85 every 4 or 5 months. A haircut is $30. I don’t color so I don’t know about that. But geesh, I would go for it in a heartbeat. How nice of you to compensate her that way. She would definitely accept.
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Here’s the scoop-it’s a “she” and she’s 16. And she’s a really good friend of my brother. I intend to discuss the guidelines like Otto suggested. When I was 16 I had to pay for my own hair services and would have killed for the chance I’m giving her!
Thanks for the suggestions, folks! I’d like to hear from more before this Saturday, when I will give her that offer.
MaryAnn
I’m into superstition, black cats, and voodoo dolls (<—written in case Ricky reads this board)
As a 15 year old girl who babysits quasi-frequently, I have to say I would take the deal. I do agree with Portwest and Otto, you should probably spell out the exact details of the agreement.
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