Looking for some easy ways to increase your income? Give these 15 Best Side Hustles a try!
Whether you to want to earn some extra cash, pay off debt, or save for a trip or dream home, these Best Side Hustles will have you stashing away extra cash in no time! Plus, one of the best parts is… these side hustle ideas require little or no money to get started!
From taking surveys to starting a blog and working from home, there are so many different ideas for everyone! So what are you waiting for? Here’s are some really good side jobs to Make Extra Money…
Side Hustle Ideas
Best Side Hustles – Make Money Fast
#1: Get Paid for Your Opinion When You Take Surveys!
Did you know you can actually get paid just for sharing your opinion? When it comes to doing surveys, you have more opportunities to make money when you sign up with more companies. So sign up for as many as you can for the most opportunities. Here are some of my favorite survey companies to work with…
Swagbucks
Survey Junkie
#2: Sell Your Old Belongings on Ebay
Whether you’re cleaning out your house, or you have some rare or novelty items, eBay is a great place to sell them. You can either hold an auction, or sell with a ‘Buy Now’ option. Visit ebay.com to learn more.
Best Side Hustles – Start a Side Business
#3: Start a Blog
Nothing beats blogging about your hobby… and making money writing about the things you love! Starting a blog was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made, and I highly recommend it! Go read this guide for How to Start a Blog, so you can start yours today.
#4: Make Money Blogging:
Now that you’ve set up your new blog, it’s time to get some ads on your website! Hosting advertisements on your site is a fantastic way to monetize your blog!
There are several different companies out there that offer programmatic ads, from more basic services like Google Adsense to more advanced header bidding networks like Newor Media.
#5: Set up an Etsy Store
Love making crafts and home décor items? When you set up an Etsy shop, you can sell your creations to people all over the world, and make pretty good money doing so! It’s definitely something to consider! Visit etsy.com to learn more.
Best Side Hustles – Freelance Ideas
#6: Become a Freelance Writer
Got a knack for writing? Many companies are willing to pay for freelance writers to write articles for them. Initially, most of the grunt work involves getting your name out there and building up a client base. Some companies pay per word, and others per article. To get started, create a portfolio with some samples of your writing, and then network, network, and network some more to get your name out there!
#7: Be a Freelance Proofreader
If writing entire articles isn’t your cup of tea, but you have an eye for detail and grammar, then being a proofreader can be an excellent side hustle!
You can hone in your proofreading skills by reading… a lot. Be sure to develop a good understanding of grammar and correct word usage.
Then, to get started, first decide where you want to specialize. Medical, legal, financial, and tourism are all good places to start, especially if you have work experience and networks in those fields. There are even bloggers who hire proofreaders! Network to get your name and services known… and for more clients check out upwork.com, fiverr.com, and freelancer.com.
#8: Be a Freelance Translator
Are you bilingual, trilingual, or multi-lingual? Translating texts into your native language can be a pretty well-paying gig! With translation, the main ways to stand out and make more money are specialization and language pair.
As for specialization, a great way to get started is to work in your current area of expertise. For instance, business, financial, medical, tourism and engineering documents are some of the best paying niches, so if you work in any of those fields and you have networking connections, you can have a greater chance of finding translation work.
And now, language pair. If you’re a native English speaker, some of the historically highest paying language combinations include translating Norwegian, Swedish, Danish, German, and Japanese into English. That’s not to say you can’t make money with other languages, though! You’ll just simply have more competition if you want to translate Spanish, French, or Italian into English. Check out upwork.com and fiverr.com to see if there are any opportunities in your specialty or to become a ‘seller’ of your services.
#9: Graphic Design
Got a creative eye and a background in graphic design? Designing logos, brochures, and more as a freelancer is a terrific way to earn extra cash every month.
To find clients and get the side business started, fiverr.com and upwork.com are great places to start.
#10: Tutor Students and Share Your Knowledge {Math, Art, Music, Language, etc.}
Tutoring can be one of the most lucrative side hustles, whether online or in-person. Whether you aced those high school math exams, love playing the guitar, or are a great watercolor painter, there’s bound to be some knowledge or skill you have that someone wants to learn!
Here are some ideas of things you could tutor…
- Math
- Music
- English or Foreign languages
- Art, etc.
So for online tutoring, tutor.com is a great place to get started to make money. And as for in-person tutoring, you can start with any connections you may have, or network by putting up flyers in schools, libraries, etc.
#11: Teach English Online
The demand is very high for online English teachers! Different sites like VIPKID.com will have you tutoring students in China, and iTalki.com is a highly reputable site for teaching (or learning) any language. Do keep in mind the time difference when working with students around the world, though!
Best Side Hustles – Profit From Your Knowledge
#12: Start a YouTube Channel!
Starting a Youtube Channel is one of the easiest way to share knowledge of any subject. You can earn money from ads, so the more views you get, the more revenue you can make. Some videos might even go viral! Many people have become quite popular and made a lot of ad revenue by making video series sharing their knowledge, so it’s something to consider!
#13: Write an Ebook
If you want to go beyond Youtube and create more of a passive income, writing an ebook is another option, if you want to share your knowledge in any field! Maybe you have travel tips for a specific location or recipes to share in the form of a cookbook? Self-published ebooks can be a great way to earn extra money on the side! You can publish ebooks so easily nowadays with Amazon. Visit kdp.amazon.com to learn more.
#14: Create an Online Course!
If you want to dive deeper into sharing more in-depth knowledge, you can even consider writing an entire online course! And best of all, you can create an online course with a site like Udemy.com. With online courses, you could either create a written or video format, so you’ll have a couple of options. Depending on what your course is about, you may need several weeks to write it up or film the videos in your spare time… but all around, it can be a terrific way to earn a passive income!
#15: Become a Social Media Manager
Many small business owners don’t have the time to manage their business’ social media accounts, and are willing to outsource the work to someone with the expertise. If that’s you, then you can make some good cash on the side by being a social media consultant!
Typically, social media managers:
- Grow client’s social media accounts
- Respond to comments
- Schedule and publish posts
- and increase brand awareness
Now, to get started, the first step is to set up accounts for your service on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest, and all of the other major social media platforms. Also, you should set up a blog so future clients have a place where they can connect with you. Then to find clients, you can network by reaching out to people that you think might need your services, and consider selling your services on fiverr.com or upwork.com.
#16: Be a Virtual Assistant
Over the past decade, assistant work has been one of the most outsourced jobs out there. Companies often don’t want to pay full-time employees with benefits, and as a result, there’s been a great demand for freelance workers in this field!
If you’re organized and have a lot of time on your hands, working as a virtual assistant for any business can be a lucrative side hustle!
To find your first clients, you can head over to upwork.com, freelancer.com, or taskrabbit.com to get started.
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Christie says
The perfect list for those who are looking to make some extra cash or those who lost their jobs during COVID-19. Love the last two tips!
Never Ending Journeys says
Thank you so much, Christie. I hope this can be a help!
LetsCurry says
What an incredible list to find ways to earn that little cash. Lovely list. Quite clear and concise and the direct links are very helpful. Thanks
Never Ending Journeys says
Thank you so much, I’m glad you like the list!
Katerina says
Some great ideas here! I think I would make a great proofreader if only I could find more time in my days. Hope you’re well!
Never Ending Journeys says
Thank you so much, Katerina!
Michelle says
These are all great ideas at making some extra money on the side. I’ve earned a lot of gift cards through Swagbucks and Fetch and extra money through Rakuten and Inbox Dollars.
Never Ending Journeys says
Thank you! I agree, earning gift cards is a great way to save a lot.