In terms of making money, I mostly make money fixing people's computers, teachign them about cameras and/or filmmaking, or helping out on sets. There aren't many places I can stick a resume, it's more of a "get your face out there" sorta dealio. So if you have any interests, start telling people (even just friends) that you wanna start a business around there. You'll likely find more work from just talking to friends than starting up a formal business (unless that's something you need/want).
I know this is more "what do with your money" advice rather than how to make it.
The Big Picture: Dilbert's Unified Theory of Everything Financial'
Index investing FTW!
Stocks is my ticket to richdom!
Fool.com: Investing, Stock Research, and Personal Finance has more info about how I invest.