So, after counting up my dwinding bank account due to a series of unexpected expenditures, I have barely enough to get by on rent and utilities and so on. I also need to shore up just a few hundo (maybe $200 and change) in the next 30 days or less. Just for food and general existence. Work will probably not grant me enough overtime to get that and I can't really put it off until next month's payday anyhow, so I'm thinking about the dreaded Second Job option. I have the pathfinding skills of an army officer so delivery gig work is out. Beyond looking for more fixed labor such as part-time work at shops on weekends/evenings I'm kind of out of ideas (and I'd be in much the same boat as simply working overtime at my current job and with less hassle).
Any ideas appreciated
You should go to a food bank if you can. You're struggling, you're allowed to go. It would help your expenses if you can get your food for free for a few weeks. There is nothing wrong with needing to go.
A second job is still a good idea.
You can also sell stuff you own if times are really tough and you need to cover more expenses.
Hopefully won't come to that, but it's nice to have something to fall back on. I have a few bits I can sell, but nothing that can rack up that kind of cash in the short term
It's not a last resort thing. It will make your life easier. You are allowed and should not feel ashamed to use that resource. You are exactly who it was meant for, you are able to work and have alternative plans but need temporary help. There is no shame in needing extra resources, this is a fucked up system that doesnt give enough to people who need it.