Being a teenager is a trying job in itself and, when it comes to asking for a little more money for your next outing with friends, life becomes really miserable.
"You'll know when you'll have to earn" is a dialogue that almost all parents give, and - believe it or not - it holds some truth too.
However, that shouldn't daunt you from trying your hand at earning some extra bucks.
Be it for the nice watch you're longing for or having a dignified existence, having your own money to spend is always good.
Here are some easy and practical things for you to try, so you can earn money and not be worried about the coming weekend.
It can also be a practical experience for you in handling money which will save you thousands in future.
So roll up your sleeves and prepare to start working.
Tuitions: Tuitions are an all-time hit with students and, if you are good at studies, then it is the best way to make some money.
You can teach small kids (which requires less academics and more energy) or higher classes (including your classmates, if you're that good) depending on your talent and brains.
Tuitions, apart from giving a financial advantage, help you keep in touch with your studies as well and studying becomes far easier than before.
Babysitting:One of the most popular jobs for teenagers is babysitting, which means taking care of someone else's baby when they are out, usually to afternoon meetings or late-night parties.
There are some factors you should keep in mind while babysitting though, including: how big the baby is, how well you are at handling kids, how comfortable you are with kids when they go to the loo and, of course, if you know how to keep kids busy for a long time.
You can take a friend along if you think you'll get bored and ask the kids parent/s to drop you home when your job is over.
A word of warning: babysit kids of people whom you know very well and always inform your parents before going and give them the phone number of the place as well.
Pet sitting: Blessed are those who can handle a child and for those of us who can't.
Well, we have other options.
How about trying your hand at pet sitting? Because not everyone wants tail wagging and face licking on their holidays, you can take their pets to your place and let them enjoy their holidays in peace.
Pet sitting may include a full-time care (when you keep the pet at your home) or doing small things like giving them a bath, taking them out on a walk, etc.
If you love animals, then this can be a rewarding experience both emotionally and financially.
Freelancing:As exciting as it sounds, freelancing can be a bit daunting while starting out, but if you look at it, it can be a great opportunity for the talented ones among you.
If you can write well, take good photographs or make cards pretty neatly, the freelance market invites you with open arms.
And these are just three things in the long list of things you can do.
You can check out your city's local newspapers to start with, then go onto small magazines and, if everything goes well, to bigger ones.
The freelance market is an exciting one and, if you are talented enough, rewards well.
There is of course an initial struggle, but the sooner you do it, the better it is for your growth.
Party planning/playing host: Now, here is a job that requires backbreaking work and offers a fabulous result if you do it well.
If you get all excited hearing the foot-tapping music, playing host to people at your home or simply love the fact of working with details to make your work stand out, the good news is that you can earn some money doing just that.
As you know already, start small, hosting birthday parties in the neighborhood or your relatives place where a little blooper won't hurt anyone.
Be ready to become a fireball, a multi-tasker, a planner, a motivator and - sometimes - a driver (yes, you read it right).
Let people come and enjoy your work of art and, when all is said and done, party hard! Fun classes: Okay, let's face it: we are not all good at studies or teaching, but that doesn't mean we can't invent some fabulous new ideas to earn some money.
A very nice option comes with arranging fun classes for kids.
These classes are not academic but involve many things including dancing, singing, painting, craft, poetry and anything that can be constructive and engage the kids.
You can arrange these classes for longer periods during weekends because there is nothing parents want more than having some free time for themselves on Sundays.
Use it to your advantage and have some jolly good time with the kids.
Catering service/cooking: This one is for the chef residing in you.
If you like cooking, baking, creating new tastes through the magic of your sense of taste or making some utterly irresistible drinks (non-alcoholic of course), then you can use your talent to earn money as well.
You can start offering your services to people in the neighborhood who need a helping hand, or community meetings where they need snacks and drinks.
As always, start small and take help if necessary.
If you are good, you can always expand your business.
These are some of the many great ideas out there which will make you able to have some money of your own in your pocket.
Be creative, be bold and be ready to experiment with your talents.
The most important thing is to be practical.
These ideas will help you make it through the month though, not make you a millionaire.
Don't neglect studies, but fit these little jobs into your free time.
Have fun and enjoy those hard-earned coins!