Making money can be daunting, especially if you don’t have the structure of working a 9-5. With a little creativity and determination, it’s possible to make a decent supplemental income through non-traditional roles.
ICYMI: Many notice that they are able to make even more money through these side hustles than what they’d earn at a typical day job. These jobs are typically remote and can include reselling, renting out property, and starting a candy vending machine. The best part? You get to work on your own schedule.
In this article, I’ll share 20 genius ways to make money needed a 9-to-5. From renting out your possessions to selling handmade crafts online, this post has it all!
- Renting Possessions Out
One way to make some extra cash quickly is by renting out possession. This could mean anything from renting out rooms in your house, to investing in an apartment to rent on Airbnb, or letting people rent items such as tools or camping equipment you own. This is also a great money-making project for those who work a full-time job but want to gain another stream of income!
- Selling Handmade Crafts Online
If you’ve got some creative skills, consider selling handmade crafts online through platforms like Etsy or eBay. This not only provides an outlet for creative expression, but it can also be very profitable! All it requires is dedicating enough of your time toward making quality products. Then, you’ll need to allocate time for posting them online with clear descriptions and good photos – easy enough!
- Selling Virtual Designs
So, you’re not the most crafty… That’s okay! The Internet has made starting a commerce business easier than ever. Certain websites allow you to upload your own designs onto planners or T-shirts. The platform will then take care of crafting the final product (and even shipping the item out) for you.
- Do Transcription Jobs Online
Consider getting a transcription job online. Becoming a remote transcriptionist is pretty easy, and it doesn’t require you to have any special skills. Most importantly, transcription gigs are well-paid.
- Sell Your Photography Online
If you like photography and taking photos, you can turn your passion into a passive income. Various websites, such as Shutterstock, Adobe Stock, and EyeEm, allow you to upload your photos and earn a commission every time someone clicks on the photo or downloads it from the website. A plus about this side hustle is that your photos don’t need to be professional to still earn some cash on the side.
- Start Pet/Babysitting Sitting
Starting a pet-sitting or babysitting business is a convenient (and cute) way to make money on the side without necessarily requiring special skills. Neither of these jobs requires an initial investment, so you can start this gig today!
- Get Paid To Test Out Various Websites
A dozen different platforms will pay you to test websites, apps, or digital products and provide honest feedback about them. Some of those platforms include:
All you need to do is sign up and start working. This is an easy, flexible way to make money from the comfort of your home.
- Create a Course & Sell It Online
If there’s something you’re good at, or you have some sort of skill or knowledge you want to share with the world and make some money out of it, consider creating a course and selling it online. All you need to make this gig come true is dedication and creativity. You can use platforms such as Canva to make a written or video course and sell it through Coursera, Instagram, or similar platforms to earn a passive income.
- Become a Virtual Assistant
A virtual assistant position is ideal for those interested in remote work. In fact, when I started traveling the world at 23 years old, this was the first type of freelance role I tried to obtain. It quickly snowballed to the point where I began running my own sales consultancy! To excel in this role you’ll need to be well-organized, communicative, and proficient with a computer.
- Start a Blog
For those with great writing skills, starting a blog feels like a no-brainer. Please note that it often takes at least 1-2 years to see a return on this kind of investment.
That being said, I personally grew this blog to the point where it brings in money every day… even if I don’t post for a month! Granted, I’m still earning pennies but they are the most rewarding ones I’ve ever earned.
Continued in part 2
