15 must try extra money ideas

 

15 must try extra money ideas

1. Consult/Coach

Do you posses a specific skill-set? It could be anything from sharing legal advice, informing businesses on how to become more eco-friendly, or assisting startups on how to get off the ground. Consulting or coaching can be a lucrative side business since it's easy and affordable to start, since you already have the knowledge and experience. And you can build your own schedule so that you can offer your consulting services whenever you have the free time.

2. Freelance

Another flexible side gig that doesn't require long-term commitments is becoming a freelancer. This could be anything from writing content or designing a logo to filming a product ad or becoming a virtual assistant, it just depends on your interests and talents. Best of all? There's no shortage of websites and job boards to land one of the thousands of freelancing gigs available.

3. Cash in on Your Vehicle

If you own an automobile then capitalize on it by renting it out whenever you're not using it through sites like Turo and Getaround. If you want to keep your keys, then you can become a driver for either Uber or Lyft. Depending on where you live, you may be able to earn $35 per hour. One final option would be to register your car as an airport shuttle service vehicle and take people to and from the airport.

4. Sell Items Online

One of the easiest ways you can make money on the side is by selling the stuff that you already own. You know that stuff that is choking you by clogging up your garage and closets. Thanks to sites such as eBay, Craigslist, Gazelle, and Wallop, you can sell those items taking up space in your home without having to visit a pawnshop.

But what happens when you run out of things to sell? You could offer to sell other people's junk, but it's only fair that you give them a cut. So you may not make that much money going that route. You can, however, partake in drop shipping.

With dropshipping you sell new items for a manufacturer or distributor on sites such as eBay. Once the item has been sold, the company ships the product from their warehouse. You get a percentage of the sale, and you don't have to store anything or visit the post office.

5. Programmer

Do you want to build software, apps, or websites? Then take that interest and turn it into a profitable side gig. Of course, you first need to have an understanding of computer programming and coding, and settle on a specific programming niche. Once you do, you'll be on your way to joining a fast growing industry that allows you to work whenever and wherever you want. Here is a guide to programming to help you master your skills and know where to start.

6. Affiliate Marketing

Some individuals have made a comfortable living through affiliate marketing. Affiliate marketing, for those who don't know, is where you plug a product or service on your website. You'll place a link with a unique code on your site and if a visitor clicks that link and makes a purchase, you'll get compensated.

7. Direct Sell

Another tried and true method of earning cash on the side is through direct selling. Think Tupperware and Avon. However, there are hundreds, if not thousands, of companies that offer direct-selling opportunities that range from cosmetics to vitamins to pet accessories.

8. Micro Jobs

These aren't high paying gigs at all--sometimes you're paid only a nickel for each task. However, these tasks are incredibly easy and fast to complete--in most cases just a matter of seconds. If you keep at it, there is a chance to make around $6 per hour. Amazon's Mechanical Turk is a great place to find micro jobs.

9. Create Crafts

Are you a creative individual who has the talent to design and create jewelry, clothing, furniture, or accessories? If so, then you could open up your own shop on Etsy and make a decent amount of money on the side. I know of someone who created bows for her daughter and started selling them online. It's now a full time gig for her.

10. E-Book Publishing

Let's say you have years of social-media experience and have maintained a blog that has shared needed advice. You can put together your top blog posts and put together an e-book, such as The Ultimate Social-Media Guide for Small-Business Owners, and sell it on your website or Amazon. If you don't have any experience that you want to cash in on but have a knack for writing, say, sci-fi stories, then you can author and publish your novel on Amazon as well.

11. Tax Preparation

If you're familiar with tax laws and regulations, then you could offer your services to individuals and business owners who need assistance with preparing their taxes. Even though this is more of a seasonal job, some tax preparers can earn around $30,000 in salary during the tax season, and some tax preparation experts make much, much more.

12. User Testing

Companies want to know how user friendly their websites are going to be for visitors. That's why they're willing to pay people to test these websites out to see how they function. You can earn $10 per test through sites like Analysia, StartUpLift, and User Testing.

13. Tutor/Teach Lessons

Believe it or not, everyone has something they can teach to someone else. It could be anything from guitar lessons to how to speak English to a workout regimen at the local gym. In some cases, you may be able to do this from the comfort of your home, but you can also do it at a local business, such as a music shop, or remotely through sites like Tutor.com.

14. Customer Service Rep

If you have a landline, internet connection, and solid communication skills, you can become a customer service rep. Besides being able to work from home, you can do this whenever you have spare time, like during nights and weekends. Customer service reps can make between $8 to $15 per hour, and there are a lot of jobs.

15. Graphic Design

A graphic designer can best be defined as "someone who visually communicates the intended message of a project." In most cases, this is achieved through brand identity, which includes everything from designing logos, brochures, business cards, letterheads, catalogs, and packaging. Graphic design is in every part of business, and therefore it is in great demand.