Get a bloody job

The point of SmarterSaving is to identify areas in which a motivated individual can (legally) earn a few quid on the side, or cut back on spending, to make life's earnings go that little bit further. Obviously, they are written from the perspective of an entrepreneur funding his first venture and thus full time 'employment' never really comes into it.

That said, one of the easiest ways to save money is to get a job. Obviously, if you're working, you can't be spending (unless you're online shopping, in which case you aren't actually doing what you're being paid to do).

SmarterCareers doesn't launch until 2009 and, when it does, it will be focussed on only the most lucrative careers: in terms of career advancement, pay structure, benefits and so on. In the meantime you would be wise to check out Milkround, who have information on a huge selection of graduate jobs. You will need to register, but the process is completely free.