Getting the numbers of people that would like a babysitter is not massively easy. There is no main database of people that is accessible and obviously you do not want a list of people that are looking for a babysitter in a completely different continent.
There are a few great ways to get the numbers of people that are looking for a babysitter in your area. The internet is a great way to do this. Set up a Facebook page offering your services - this is great as it will be people you know to begin with and can spread by word of mouth. People that have heard of you or know your friends will be more willing to give you a try babysitting their children as they know someone you know and can ask what you are like, a bit like a personal reference. Another way to do this on the internet is to look at message boards such as Gumtree or a local town message board, not only will people advertise their need for a babysitter on these but you can also write a post with your details, experience and location for anyone that is going to post for a babysitter on the site to see.
You can also advertise your services with posters in local shops or local message boards, such as in Starbucks and town squares. Another great way is to contact local nurseries or play groups, these are your target audience as all the parents at these have young children that are also in your area.
You will need to show your qualifications and experience and it does help if you can get some references from people that you have done babysitting for in the past. People feel safer with you looking after their children if you are qualified and if you have good references to back this up with.
There are a few great ways to get the numbers of people that are looking for a babysitter in your area. The internet is a great way to do this. Set up a Facebook page offering your services - this is great as it will be people you know to begin with and can spread by word of mouth. People that have heard of you or know your friends will be more willing to give you a try babysitting their children as they know someone you know and can ask what you are like, a bit like a personal reference. Another way to do this on the internet is to look at message boards such as Gumtree or a local town message board, not only will people advertise their need for a babysitter on these but you can also write a post with your details, experience and location for anyone that is going to post for a babysitter on the site to see.
You can also advertise your services with posters in local shops or local message boards, such as in Starbucks and town squares. Another great way is to contact local nurseries or play groups, these are your target audience as all the parents at these have young children that are also in your area.
You will need to show your qualifications and experience and it does help if you can get some references from people that you have done babysitting for in the past. People feel safer with you looking after their children if you are qualified and if you have good references to back this up with.
