1. Article Writing
If
you are a decent writer, you can earn good money by writing articles for people
with blogs or websites.
Many
website owners need to keep their sites current and up-to-date to remain
popular and keep visitors returning, but don't have the time to keep creating
new content for them. Because of this problem, they hire people who can write
on their behalf.
In
fact, there's thousands of writing opportunities online, many of which pay
well.
It’s
knowing how to find the best potential markets, delivering writing that works
well online, and growing initial assignments into ongoing relationships that
can set you apart from other writers.
A
good article writer will need to possess good grammar and should communicate
well via the written word. The best way to make more money with less work is to
specialize in a specific niche. That way you will write articles way faster and
you can create a portfolio on that topic and use some sample work to introduce
yourself to some established websites in the topic in case they need your help.
In
order for you to become a content writer, here are some steps you can take:
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Spend some time learning how to research and write a quality article.
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Post a profile on freelancing sites such as Freelancer.com, Guru.com,
Upwork.com, etc.
Describe
your interests and your levels of expertise. Look for article writing jobs on
the same freelancing sites and apply for them.
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Email the owners of websites that you already like and check if they are
looking for writers.
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Submit your articles to revenue-sharing websites, where they will pay you a
certain amount for every view or ad click from your post.
●
Join Facebook groups on the niche you feel comfortable writing and directly
contact people that own websites that could use your content.
2
of the top revenue-sharing sites are:
Hubpages
: This
site is really simple to use: all you have to do is join and upload your first
article!
You’ll
need to have your article approved, but as long as it's 700+ words and free
from grammatical and spelling errors, then there shouldn't be a problem. The
only drawback is that you need to apply for your own Google AdSense account to
get paid. But don't worry, it only takes a few minutes to get one.
Textbroker: Textbroker has a
few more hurdles than some of the other sites on this list. It’s only open to
U.S. citizens, and you’ll need to submit a sample article when you register.
They
will then review your sample article and give you a rating between 2 to 5
stars.
You
can earn anywhere from $0.007 to $0.05 a word, depending on your rating. The
minimum payment is $10 by PayPal.
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Lastly, you can post article to sites that will pay you on a per-article-basis.
One of the most popular sites is iWriter.
Their rate is around $1.25 for a 150-word
article, and their minimum payout is $20. One downside is that clients on
iWriter do not have to approve your article — if they reject it, you won't get
paid.
Typically
you'll get around 80-90% of your articles approved while the other 10-20% will
require some editing.
Delivering
high quality content will help you earn more money on this site. After you've
received 4-star reviews for 30 articles, you'll become a premium writer
(doubling your pay), and when you hit 30 articles with 4.5 star reviews, you'll
get triple the pay and be an elite writer.
How
much can I make out of article writing?
Content
writing jobs can pay anywhere from $1 to $100+ based on the length of the
article, quality and your expertise. If you're already an expert on the topic
you're writing about, you can often charge a premium.
Even
if you are new to writing, you can make upwards of $1 for each 100 words you
write.
2. Blogging
If
there’s something that you're really passionate about, you can create a blog
where you can talk about it regularly.
This
is a fun way in which you can share your passions while learning and teaching
about what you’re already excited about with like-minded people.
In
order to become a blogger, you would need to be a decent writer with the
ability to write interesting, thought provoking or entertaining content. You
would also need to be able to post fairly regularly to your blog so that it can
grow and build a strong following.
Blogs
can make you money in several ways. Just some of the ways are to have people
pay you to post their advertisements by using a service such as BuySellAds.com
(this is best for blogs with a lot of traffic), or by putting Google AdSense
ads on your blog. With this option, Google will pay you each time someone
clicks on their advertisements on your blog.
The
amount of money you can earn per click will depend upon the topic of your blog
and the competitiveness in the marketplace for advertising in your certain
niche.
A
third option is to sell affiliate products related to the topic of your blog.
If for example you had a blog about weight loss, you could locate a weight loss
product that has an affiliate program, which you can find at Clickbank.com, and
either put banners up on your blog, or promote it to your newsletter if you're
collecting the email addresses of your visitors.
In
order for you to become a Blogger, here are some steps you can take:
●
First, you will need to choose a blogging platform. The most common, and the
one we highly recommend is Wordpress.
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After you have your new blog looking how you like, you can then start posting
news, lessons, stories, articles or anything relevant to your blog.
●
Try to add new content as frequently as possible so that you build up a regular
readership base.
●
As Google and other search engines discover your blog, you should start to see
more visitors coming in to your blog as they find you via searches related to
your blog topic.
To
get more free visitors from the search engines, your posts should contain
keywords that people regularly search for on Google.
●
Some other ideas to get more visitors are to post your new blog posts in
Facebook groups related to your niche so people can share it around.
Another
option is to comment on established blogs related to yours so that their
readers can click on the website link in your comments and visit your blog.
How
much can I make out of blogging?
It
can take some time to establish a blog, but the profit potentials can be quite
large.
Your earnings will vary based on the amount
of traffic you get, how interesting your content is, how often you post, and
the types of advertisements you put on your blog.
We
run a Travel related blog where our main source of income are affiliate links
for Booking.com and sponsored posts written by other authors and I make around
400$ from it per month.
3. Online Counselor
Many
people prefer to go online looking for counseling rather than meeting a
counselor in person. The counseling session can occur via e-mail, video
conferencing, online chat or even internet phone.
They
feel they can be a little more anonymous that way, and there's also the
convenience of not needing to drive anywhere which is a bonus.
If
you have the skills and ability to counsel people effectively, this could be an
ideal online job for you. You don't need to have any special degree, although
it would obviously give you a competitive advantage.
People
who make good counselors are usually those who are interested in psychology,
self-awareness as well as self improvement, and also have a strong desire to
help others with their problems. A good listening ear also helps.
If
you're interested in becoming an online counselor, you should first check the
laws in your state or Country to determine the requirements for becoming a
counselor.
In
order to become an online counselor, here are some steps you can take:
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Create a website that lists your current qualifications and how you are able to
help people. If you do not have a degree or other qualifications to prescribe
things to people, let them know. Many people actually just want to pay you to
listen to them so they have a safe place where they can vent their
frustrations. Just be sure not to overstep what you're legally allowed to say
and do.
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Once you have a website, you can start advertising it on social networks,
amongst friends, in local newspapers and with pay-per-click marketing such as
Google Adwords and Bing Ads.
Something
even as simple as placing an ad in the Yellow Pages or local newspapers can be
an effective way to generate new business.
●
Once you start taking new clients, you will start to build up your customer
base and see repeat appointments. When first starting out, you should start
collecting testimonials from the people you help and then put those
testimonials on your website to build your credibility.
●
There are numerous websites and colleges which offer online counseling courses
that you can use to enhance your skills and credibility. Here are a couple of
the most popular ones:
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Blackford Centre for Counseling: They give you the tools and techniques
you need to help
people
as a counselor. The course is full of activities, suggestions, tips and ideas
that you can instantly use with your clients. They also explain how to set up
your own counseling practice.
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The Institute of Counseling: According to their website, the course you
choose will extend your natural talents and make you a more effective counselor
or career. Your interpersonal skills - like those of listening, understanding
and empathizing - will be explored and developed so that the help and support
you ultimately give will be effective.
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Online Counseling College: The Online Counseling College offers
opportunities for professional development and personal growth. All of their
courses are available to first time students as well as to experienced
practitioners.
How much can I make out of being an
online counselor?
Depending
on your skill level and reputation, you can make anywhere from $15-$200 an hour
and upwards.
Just
like real-world counseling, the salaries of online counselors can vary quite a
lot depending on your location and qualifications. If you're starting out in
the field, you shouldn’t expect to be making as much as someone who has 5-10
years of experience, who might make upwards of $100,000 annually.
If
you are working independently as an online counselor, you have the power to set
the prices for your services, which means you will have at least a little more
control over your income than someone working for an organization.
4. Online Translation
Imagine
for a moment that you've written an article, a book, or even created a video.
You made it in your native language; but you’d like people in other parts of
the world to access it.
You
will need to hire someone who speaks your own language and your targeted
language fluently. It is where translation jobs come in handy; and you can make
money from it as a freelance translator online.
Especially
if you know one of the languages which are in huge demand right now including
German, Japanese and Chinese.
If
you want to be a translator professionally, you should consider taking a
language proficiency test such as the Defense Language Proficiency Test or
other language proficiency tests to show potential clients that you are indeed
fluent in your specific languages.
Like
most online work, gaining experience is essential. It is crucial to get
experience where you can show samples of your work to potential clients and get
recommendations.
In
order for you to become a freelance online translator, here are some steps you
can take:
•
•
Describe your interests and your levels of expertise in Freelancing websites.
Look for translation jobs on the same freelancing sites and apply for them.
•
• There are many
sites which provide translation services exclusively. You can submit your known
languages and get hired through any of those sites as well.
•
• Facebook groups
on the topic
•
• Offering to
tourism websites to translate their websites
Here
are some of the top online translation companies:
Translators
Café: This
website is one of the best when it comes to finding translation jobs. You
upload your CV, choose your rates per language combination, upload a profile
picture and describe your specialization as well as any other services you
offer (such as subtitling, editing, interpreting, localization, transcriptions,
etc.).
Translators
Town: Translators
Town is basically a bidding site similar to the freelancing sites above with
the only difference being that it's specifically for translation services. The
size of the jobs available will vary from client to client – like all the other
bidding-type sites. There are even small jobs where the client may only want a
photo caption translated. Then there are the larger translation jobs where the
client may need a book translated into another language.
Proz:
Proz.com
is generally meant for professional translators with good experience, but there
are also amateur translators as well. Registration takes no longer than a
couple of minutes and then you will be ready to bid on their translation jobs.
To bid, you will need to pay 1 USD per bid. It's a good idea to deposit a few
dollars into your account when starting. This site allows the employer to
contact the freelancers directly and all payments are direct too, so there are
no fees, except the bidding fee,
which is quite low. With bigger projects I
would recommend some kind of guarantee of payment from the employer for
protection unless they are very reputable.
How
much can I get paid for online translation jobs?
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You can get paid anywhere from $0.01 upward per word depending on the demand
for the language pair you specialize in. If the number of translators for the
language are scarce, then you can charge a higher rate per word.
5. Service Reselling
Many
companies and individuals look to hire people in order to help them expand
their online presence, to manage their blogs or forums, or to help assist them
with other time-consuming tasks.
If
you are good at managing small groups of people, you can act as an
"agent" for a team of specialized outsourcers.
You
would do this by identifying people that can do certain work, and then
advertise their services to online businesses via your own sales website.
In
order to make money, you would simply mark up the price on the fee of the
outsourcers, so you can make a profit.
For
example, you could offer article writing services on your website for $20 each,
but then go pay an outsourcer that you've found $10 to write the actual article
for you.
Your
goal would be to find a good selection of outsourcers that you can rely on and
who can deliver quality work. One way to check is to simply order their
services as a customer to check the quality.
Running
this type of business can save people a lot of time.
If
for example, you built a service based around content creation, a website owner
only needs to access your website and order their desired content.
If
they were to go to a freelancing site, they would have to submit their
requirements, wait for outsources to place bids, then they would have to screen
all the bids and then finally choose someone to do the work.
If
they have large volumes of work that needs to be done they might need more than
one worker which makes the task of vetting outsourcers even more stressful and
time-consuming.
That's
where a service like yours would come in handy for busy business owners,
especially if they can come to trust your work.
When
choosing people to work with, it's important that you only work with
outsourcers that you know and trust. If you deliver bad quality content or
services to your customers, the chances are they won't return for repeat work
and might even leave you bad reviews.
Some
of the most popular services that you can build a website for are SEO, content
creation, banner design and website design.
A
great place to look for ideas is at Fiverr.com. You'll find literally thousands
of services being offered there and at really cheap prices that you could
easily mark-up.
In
order for you to become an outsourcing middle-man, here are some steps you can
take:
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Browse through freelancing sites such as Fiverr.com, Guru.com, Upwork.com, etc.
to find people that you can hire.
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Check the quality of their work by making an order as a customer or by asking
for samples of previous work.
● Consider working with outsourcers outside
of freelancing sites to avoid unnecessary fees. Freelancing sites help protect
buyers and sellers but if you establish good relationships with your workers
then that won't be an issue and you can work with them directly.
If
your business becomes successful enough, you may even consider hiring the
outsourcers on a full-time or hourly basis.
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Create a professional looking website where you lay out the service/s you
offer, as well as your prices and turnaround times. Include lots of
testimonials as soon as you receive them.
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Start advertising your site on places such as Google Adwords and Bing Ads and
websites and forums where your service would be desirable.
●
Start building up your customer base. Do a great job, again this would come
down to you selecting a team of workers that deliver high quality work and
start collecting testimonials from the people you help.
How
much money can I make out of being an outsourcing middle-man?
A
lot of how much you can make depends on the type of services you offer, how
many clients you can handle simultaneously, and how well you can market your
services. You can expect to take at least 30% of the final price of the service
you provide
6. Employee Referral Programs
There
are many companies out there that are willing to pay you a hefty referral bonus
if you can help bring their business qualified new employees.
If
you have relationships with any recruiters or happen to know a lot of people,
this could be a simple method for you to earn some extra money for very little
effort.
Even
if you don't know many people, you can even use the internet to find hundreds
of potential prospects that you can refer to these companies.
Currently,
one of the most likely professions to offer bonuses are in the IT industry
because of their high demand.
This
can offer a great opportunity for you because you can find an abundance of IT
professionals online who are looking for work.
In
order to become an employee referrer, here are some simple steps that you can
take:
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You might be surprised to know that more companies have referral programs than
not, which can open up a lot of opportunities for you to find them employees.
If you're not sure if a company has a referral program, all you have to do is
give them call and find out. Be sure to inquire about any conditions they have
before bonuses are paid out.
●
A couple of good examples of online companies that offer referral bonuses are
HubSpot and Atlassian. Both of these companies offer a massive $30,000 and
$2,000 referral bonus respectively.
The
best part is those bonuses are not restricted to current employees. Anyone can
make a referral and be eligible for the cash payouts. You will however, need to
check with each company for any conditions that need to be met before a
referral payout is made.
●
If you currently work with a company that has a referral program that would be
one of the best places to start. Companies tend to heavily favor referrals from
people who already work for their company so your chances of success will be
much higher.
●
Check with people in your network and see if any of them are looking for a job.
●
Go to freelancing sites such as Freelancer.com, Guru.com, Upwork.com, etc., and
browse through some of the profiles of people working on those sites. Start
communicating with people who have good ratings, qualifications and sound good,
and ask them if they would be interested in a more regular job.
●
When you locate prospects, you can then refer them to the HR of the company you
are working with. If they get hired, you will get paid.
●
Another option is to build relationships with other recruiters. By doing this,
you can get their lists of current job openings where the companies are
desperate for new employees. This type of relationship can turn out to be very
lucrative.
●
Use JobHubble.com. JobHubble is an online recruiting platform that's made
specifically for companies seeking new employees through referrals sharing
their jobs online via social media channels. JobHubble helps companies increase
their social exposure by tapping into networks of recruiters with established
social networks and who are willing to share their job openings online.
When a person gets hired for a position,
the social recruiter will earn a cash reward.
All
you would have to do is share the job openings on your social media networks
and get in touch with friends and other potential clients you've found with
other methods discussed in this article. If any company hires someone through
any of your referrals, you'll get paid.
So
how much could you make from being an employee referrer?
Bonuses
can range anywhere from as little as $50 all the way up to $10,000's. Some
companies are now starting to offer other rewards rather than just money too.
How much you can get paid will depend on the type of position needed. The more
qualifications the person needs and the more the job pays, the more you will
get paid.
7 Drop-Shipping
There
are many people who have considered selling on eBay or other websites but hated
the idea of having to buy and store products, packaging them, and then finally
shipping it to their customers.
A
good alternative for those is called drop-shipping. The best part about this
method is that you don't have to deal with any of the problems mentioned above.
In fact, you won't have to even touch the products at all.
When
you drop-ship, all you have to do is sell the products. As soon as a sale is
made and you receive payment, your drop-shipping company or wholesaler would
ship the product out on your behalf to the customer, all you have to do is give
them their name and address.
Just
about anyone can start drop-shipping to make some extra money
In
order for you to start drop-shipping, here are some steps you can take:
●
Get yourself an account with eBay or other online auction sites as a seller or
create your own e-commerce website.
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Locate wholesalers who provide drop-shipping services. One thing to make sure
is that they don't use their contact details on the packages that are sent out
otherwise you could miss out on potential future business with them. You can
learn more about different drop-shipping companies here.
●
Email or call manufacturers to find out if they drop-ship and, if so, do they
deal with retailers directly or through a distributor. Doing this will entail
that you know the business first-hand.
●
There are many business-to-business (B2B) publications available for free on
sites like Free Trade Magazine Source.
You
should consider subscribing to a few magazines that are in your desired niche.
These publications frequently list product manufacturers as well as who you
should contact.
●
Choose which products that you want to sell.
●
Start advertising these products on eBay or on your own website. Other places
to advertise could include PPC (payper- click) on sites like Google Adwords and
Bing Ads.
How
much money can I make from drop shipping?
How
much you earn will depend on the difference between the wholesale price you
pay, and the sale price you set.
You
can make anywhere between a few extra bucks all the way up to $1000's of
dollars per sale, depending on what kind of goods you are offering.
8 Buy And Sell On eBay
Anybody
can make money off eBay but you will need a plan. Just putting up random items
and spending lots of money on listing fees is not the best way to go. You will
have to find items that will sell well.
Sometimes,
people misspell their auction listing or don't really know the value of what
they're trying to sell which means you can score some really great bargains
that you can resell for a nice profit.
Another
method involves doing some research on eBay, watching to see what products are
the most popular in each category and then buying those exact same items in
bulk to sell on eBay yourself for a nice profit.
Here's
how eBay works:
As
a seller who lists items on eBay, from cars, books, electronics to antiques,
you can choose to accept only bids for an item (auction) or you can offer a
"Buy It Now" option that allows buyers to purchase your item right
away at a fixed price.
In
the auction model, the bidding will open at a price that is set by you and will
remain on the eBay listings for a certain number of days. Shoppers and buyers
will then place bids on your items. When then listing has ended, the buyer with
the highest bid wins the auction.
With
a Buy It Now listing, the first buyer willing to pay the seller's asking price
gets the item.
In
order for you to buy and sell on eBay, here are some steps you can take:
●
Go through eBay and see what items you can find at a bargain rate.
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Purchase items which you think will sell well at a higher price.
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You may also want to create a website and advertise your products on places
other than eBay such as the Amazon Marketplace and NextWorth.
●
Research items before you spend money purchasing them. Don't buy high-priced
items such as computers or TV's and end up stuck with them. Low cost items in
bulk may be a better option to start with. You just have to find stuff that
will sell and sell for a nice profit.
●
Stock up on new inventory quickly. You will want to keep your store and
listings going, especially if you have found a winning product. Don't wait
until you are depleted to get new supplies.
In
the beginning, you can find free items to sell from friends and family. It is
much easier than spending a lot of money on suppliers and wholesale when you're
learning the ropes.
When
you gain more experience you will understand that you can gain a competitive
advantage with smart listings.
Focus
on those listings and find the right time to start and end your listing which
you will discover through testing.
Even
more advanced sellers can gain greater profits by experimenting with Buy It Now
buttons and reserve price auctions.
How much money can I make out of
buying and selling on eBay?
Many
sellers make a good living out of selling items using this popular auction
site, but how much you can make will depend on the profit margins you set and
the value of each item. You can make anywhere from a few dollars even up to a
few hundred for rare stuff.
If
you're an honest seller with popular items people want to buy, you could easily
become a full-time eBay seller in just a couple of months. Your success will be
measured by your own efforts.
9 Social Bookmarking Service
In
order to attract more visitors and build traffic to their site, website owners
opt to hire service providers who submit and promote awareness of their
websites on various social media sites. Years ago, social bookmarking was
pretty much about getting your content bookmarked on every site, no matter the
quality, in order to generate as many links as possible, however now it's
quality and not
quantity
that counts!
In
order to submit links to social bookmarking sites successfully, here are some
steps you can take:
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Find quality bookmaking sites that are relevant to you, or your clients
industry, products and target audience.
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Create complete profiles when setting up profile/account as you would with
Facebook, Twitter or Google Plus.
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Quality over quantity – avoid syndicating content on as many sites as possible,
relevancy is the key. Don't use spammy automated bookmarking tools.
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Build a portfolio of good social media sites that will help other users. This
can help you build trust; in other words people will be more likely to share,
like or vote up your content.
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Be active – re-share other’s content, engage with people, ask questions and
post comments.
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Start advertising your bookmarking service on social networks, amongst friends,
on SEO Clerks, Fiverr, or via other traffic methods.
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Provide clients with reports on the number of sites you submitted and the links
you have created for the customer.
How
Much Can I Make Out Of Submitting Links To Social Bookmarking Sites For Other
People?
You
can make between $5 - $50 per each set bookmarks and posts, and slowly increase
the rate you charge based on your turnaround time and expertise.
There
are many sites you can use such as: Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest, Delicious,
Digg, Diigo, Folkd, Reddit, Stumbleupon, A1webmark and many others.
Also
on the market are various automated, semi-automated marketing software and
social marketing tools that allows users to submit bookmarks to popular social
bookmarking sites. (Helping you to automate your efforts!)
These
tools significantly minimize the time and effort necessary to create accounts.
Some automated social bookmarking tools permit the user to submit at least 10
URL’s daily.
These semi-automated tools include:
SocialAdr, Onlywire and ImAutomater. Remember that you don't need to pay, a lot
of these sites work very well and are free.
10. Data Entry
Data
entry does not require any in depth knowledge or training, the only
requirements being the ability to use a computer and to be able to type well.
Obviously you will need basic language skills dependent on the language being
used. Accuracy is also important and reliability to complete the tasks
required.
Earning
more income is through the time spent entering data, typing speed and whether
the task is simple or complex. Many business sectors such as education and
retail need physical data converted into an electronic format.
This
could include entering financial information into a spreadsheet or entering
address details to a database – in fact anything that needs converting raw data
into electronic information for the business. It is also possible to make this
a source of second income, working part time amongst your other commitments.
In
order to make money with data entry, here are some steps you can take:
●
There are many websites offering freelance data entry work and these include:
Freelancer.com, Guru.com, Fiverr.com, Upwork.com, etc.
●
If you type into Google, "Freelance Data Entry Job Positions", sign
up for as many job websites that you can. Search for data entry positions and
start applying for them. There are thousands of positions and usually it is
possible to negotiate a fee.
●
Remember though as you are starting out that you need to keep your fees low!
Once you have had some successful tasks completed you can use these as examples
of the work you have completed.
●
Creating accurate work and meeting set deadlines will not only gain you
experience but it will also make you the first choice for that business when
they need further work completed.
●
Keep a diary of the different tasks you have completed and any testimonials or
feedback you have received that you can use when applying for other data entry
positions.
●
Sign up for payments through a trusted third party such as PayPal that offers
fast payments and also some protection for those payments.
What
Sort of Data Entry Jobs Could You Apply For?
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Filling forms with information provided by the company or by using prompts
given by the company.
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Copying text data from one file format to another
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Simple typing jobs which normally need a competence of 30 words per minute.
●
Entering inventories into a spreadsheet, this could be serial numbers, product
names, and prices etc.
● Copywriting and proof writing, reviewing
articles and correcting grammatical errors and spelling. This could also
include correctly formatting a document such as adjusting alignments.
●
Writing articles from files saved as image files, such as a jpeg File and
rewriting it into a word document.
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Writing articles and reviews for a company’s needs, this could be for example,
articles that appear on websites.
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Payroll – this could be creating payrolls into spreadsheets including names,
rate of pay and so on.
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Captcha entry - this is is one of the simplest forms of data entry. There are
many companies who need to register in large quantities on thousands of
websites. They can create the automatic software to sign up on the websites but
there is no technology to solve these captchas automatically. Generally, you
will login with a username and password and then begin to type out the
captchas.
How
much can I earn with data entry?
It
is possible to earn between $1 to $20 per hour dependent on what work you are
undertaking and what company you are working for. It is also possible that you
will earn by task rather than by the hour.
Make
sure that with anything you are accepting online that it is legitimate by
researching the company and also making sure you have the software required to
complete any tasks. Read any reviews available and remain in contact with your
employer. Data entry will provide varied work that can be completed at home so
remember to be on time and accurate!
11. Virtual Assistant
A
Virtual Assistant is an invaluable asset to any business or company. It’s just
like having a Personal Assistant, but one that works from home normally for one
or even a number of clients.
Companies
benefit as they obtain the help to run their business without the cost and risk
of employing someone full-time. You benefit from being able to work from home and
choosing the hours that suit you.
What
Skills Do I Need?
You
need to be organized, good at researching, have good computer skills, be able
to communicate effectively and have an excellent telephone manner.
By
working as a virtual assistant, you could be asked to do a number of things,
some involving general administrative duties such as letter writing, organizing
meetings, writing up reports or even researching other companies!
These
may be asked of you when becoming a Virtual Assistant:
●
Can you promote using Social Media such as through Twitter or Facebook?
●
Do you have the skills to create web designs or create email promotions?
●
Can you write a press release and/or articles for the company?
●
Do research through the internet or even in printed form?
●
Manage customer service, perhaps dealing with orders, complaints or follow up
calls to customers?
●
Coordinate travel plans with a number of staff using different forms of
transport? Arrange visa's if required?
●
Help plan an event from the booking of a venue, organizing catering, decorating
and so on?
●
Answer letters and e-mails promptly in a timely fashion?
●
Do transcription of speech into text?
●
Create a database using the appropriate software?
in
order for you to become a virtual assistant, here are some steps you can take:
●
Look out for virtual assistant openings on freelancing sites such as
Freelancer.com, Guru.com, Upwork.com, etc.
●
Start applying for those jobs, make sure your applications are detailed and you
include any appropriate skills and experiences that you have.
●
Advertise yourself on social networks, amongst friends, previous work
colleagues or business contacts.
● Sign up to an agency – there are many on
line companies such as Time ETC which is the largest UK VA agency.
What
You Need To Consider Before You Start Apply For VA Positions:
●
Categorize your skills and experiences. Consider any large projects you have
handled and break them down in order that you can add this as experience in
your applications. Consider what skills you can offer such as event management,
handling customer service, handling telephone calls and so on.
●
Consider your work space for running as a VA, the basic requirements may
include a spare room, or a desk in a quiet room, a phone, good reliable
internet access and an up to date computer with web cam access, appropriate
software programs and of course the time during the day (or night!) that you
can offer as a VA.
●
Consider whether you may need any additional training, perhaps in web design or
particular software packages such as spreadsheets or databases.
●
Identify your target market, for example you may have a medical background and
you can focus on doctors or medical companies.
●
Register with LinkedIn to create an online presence.
●
Create your own website – remembering that it is possible to build and run a
website for little or no cost through free website services.
●
Sign up to an agency that offers support to VA’s around the globe such as
Society of Virtual Assistants.
●
Join one of the many Facebook groups for Virtual assistants. Virtual Assistants
Savvies is a great group to share experiences and knowledge on this kind of
work
How
much can I make from being a virtual assistant?
You
can make anywhere between $3 to upwards of $100 per hour depending on your
ability, skills and experience.
Your
pay rate will depend on training and the skills that you can offer to your
clients.
Continue
to look at training to further develop your skills and therefore increasing
your pay rate. Obviously the more skills you have the more money that can be
earned.
So
if you have the skills and experience, time to spare and an appropriate place
to work you can launch as a virtual assistant. Remember to keep a diary of the
work you have completed, look for opportunities to develop and gain new skills
and the sky’s the limit!
12 Editing and Proofreading
Editing
and proofreading is a job that is in constant demand. Written articles,
stories, reviews or even reports need to be proofread, edited and corrected
before they can be submitted.
There
has been an increase of work due to the number of freelance sites emerging to
assist writers, publishers and students to be able to submit work that is free
from spelling and grammatical errors. For some freelancers, this can become a
full time job although it can also provide an excellent second income.
In
order to make money proofreading, here are some steps you can take:
●
You can sign up with freelancing sites, apply for jobs and also provide a
profile for others to contact you to offer you work. Some of the positions ask
you to "bid" competitively with other workers and others you can
offer samples of your work to be offered work.
●
Register with job sites such as Indeed, SimplyHired and Monster Jobs where you
can post a C.V showing your qualifications and skills, allowing employers to
contact you.
●
Register on websites which provide editing/proof Reading services to their
customers. Websites that specialize in providing these services include
Mulberry Studio, Proofread NOW, and Wordfirm. Check these sites daily and set
up email alerts for suitable positions to be emailed to you.
●
Build your own website to advertise your service to prospective clients.
●
There are proofreading and editors groups e.g. Editorial Freelancers
Association that you can join which offer help and assistance in looking for
work.
What
Skills and Expertise Do You Need?
●
It is imperative that you have excellent writing skills and a good command of
the language you are editing or proofreading. You need to have a good eye for
detail, good computer skills, be creative and be able to write in different
styles.
Dependent
on the work you are applying for, you may need specialized knowledge or be
confident in that knowledge.
●
You need to have a computer with up to date software and be able to use that
software such as Microsoft Word, with formatting, page layouts, spell checking,
and grammar.
●
Be able to understand and use words – different meanings and understandings. Be
careful to only submit work that has been checked and double checked.
●
To adapt your personal style and replicate the style required.
How
much can I make from editing/proofreading jobs?
As
mentioned previously this work can become full-time or used as a second income
and it is possible to earn $5 to $40 per hour depending on the work being
completed. The work may be paid per hour or on completion of the work.
Remember if it is a large project to
negotiate a sliding rate rather than wait until the end of the project to be
paid.
The
rate also depends on how specialized the work is, the higher rates earned with
academic projects with specialized terminology.
13 Design And Sell T-shirts
T-shirts
are at the epicenter of any casual wear for both men and women. Because of
their versatility, designing and selling t-shirts has become a popular business
venture among many people. People do it either part time to substitute their
pay, or full-time as their main source of
income.
You
can also make custom shirts for people. For example, some people might want
their child or spouse’s picture on a shirt. You can use Photoshop to do any
touch-ups, and then sell the shirt for a premium price.
In
order for you to make money with designing and selling shirts, here are some
steps you can take:
●
Create inspiring designs - Create impressive images, logos, or compelling text
via Photoshop or other graphic design software. Get your creations printed on
t-shirts and then start selling them online on places such as eBay and Facebook
Ads.
●
There are many companies that will print custom t-shirts for you. Some of them
include Custom Ink and Uber Prints.
●
Experiment with new and unique ideas that make your style stand out. As they
say, "there is nothing new under the sun", so don’t shy away from
copying, altering and improving on pre-existing designs of logos, images and
text.
Be
it animals, skulls, pyramids, spaceships or antique weapons, you can tap into
your imagination and create a unique design. With the state-of-the-art
materials and techniques available today, you can create designs that were
previously impossible.
●
Another quick way to start earning from your T-shirt design work is to create
custom designs on request.
Custom
designs are specific to the person who has placed the request. For instance
some people might want a certain image on their son’s shirt, you can easily use
Photoshop for such designing and connect with a T-shirt printer.
●
Get registered in any of the online shopping sites like Amazon Merch and eBay.
Upload your shirt images and design details on these online marketplaces which
will open you up to a bigger market of customers. Amazon and eBay have a lot of
traffic so you are guaranteed that someone will see your new t-shirt designs.
What you need to boost sales is a lot of positive customer reviews and sharing
the links to social media sites.
●
Tell your friends and family about your new venture and show them your designs.
This can be by word of mouth or through social media sites like Facebook and
Instagram.
If
you have a lot of followers on social media, this can be a free and easy avenue
for selling your shirts. You can upload your design images on a Facebook page
and share it with your friends.
Instagram
also works great especially when you upload nice photos of your unique design.
This is the least costly method because all you need is a social media account
and internet connection.
How much money can I make out of it?
You
can actually earn a living online just designing and selling t-shirts. The
amount of money you make will however depend on your designs, material and
market.
You
can start by selling t-shirts from around $10-20 and upwards as you make your
brand stronger.
14 Restore Old Photos
Some
say that a picture is worth a thousand words. If this is true, then our photo
albums are a living physical manifestation of our most treasured memories. Many
of the most emotional events that transpired in times past will seldom ever be
repeated, but thanks to the technological advances in photography, we can
relive these occasions at any time in our thoughts.
However,
photos suffer from an important setback; mainly that, since they are basically
printed paper, they are exposed to all the usual wear and tear that affects
this type of material: whether the paper getting crumpled, the colors of the
image fading, or the photograph getting torn are just a few of the hazards that
your precious pictures are exposed to.
Some
people value their photographs dearly, and will happily pay an expert to
restore the pictures that get damaged from the passage of time. This is where
you come in.
If
you know how to use Photoshop or other photo editing software, you can restore
old pictures for people and earn quite a bit of money in the process. The
marvels of modern editing techniques can also let anyone give the photos touch
ups, add backgrounds, or do whatever else the client wants.
In
order for you to make money with editing and restoring old photos, here are
some steps you can take:
●
Design a website for yourself. The first step to making money with type of
service is getting yourself out there. List the services you offer. With just a
few clicks of a button, you can put your professional profile on various
websites and social media outlets for everyone to see.
●
Running Facebook ads and Google Adwords can be very efficient publicity and
advertising tools.
●
Tell your friends and family about your new services. At the beginning, your
internet advertising tools might not reach a whole lot of potential customers.
Because of this, it is important that you tell everyone you know about your
services; word of mouth will be a very powerful medium to market yourself in
the beginning. The more people spreading the word about your services, the more
viral you will become, and the more likely they will want to hire your
services.
How
much money can I make restoring old photos?
The
money you make will vary on a photo-per- photo basis. To give a fair price to
your customers, you should start by defining a base price that will apply for
each photograph or restoring assignment. Then you will need to analyze each
picture and give the client an approximate time in which you will finish the
task, along with your hourly rate.
This
will ensure that your client gets a fair price, and that you are
well-compensated for your services. If this works out for you, you could charge
anywhere from $10 to $100 per assignment, depending on the photo of course.
15 Write SEO Optimized Content
Many
people look for keyword optimized articles in their niche to generate more
traffic to their websites.
If
you have knowledge of SEO (Search Engine Optimization) and can write keyword
optimized articles in any niche, then you can make good money out of it.
In
order for you to make money writing SEO articles, here are some steps you can
take:
●
Get yourself registered in freelancing sites like Freelancer.com, Fiverr.com,
Upwork.com, etc.
●
Make a profile with samples of your previous work. It is important that you
provide as many samples as possible. Ensure these samples are original and have
not been published on any platform. This will give those reviewing your
application an easy time deciding on whether or not you meet their standards.
●
Apply for SEO writing jobs on content freelancing sites. Here, you want to
start with short, simple articles and progress towards longer and more complex
ones. Again, you must make sure you meet all the requirements of the customer.
This
is where you start building your profile. Get as many positive reviews as
possible as this is what will determine whether you move up the ladder or
remain stagnant.
The
best way to do this is to write articles you are comfortable with. Specializing
in a particular niche or category will ensure you write quality.
●
Write articles based on keyword requirements, submit them back on time, and get
paid. All your articles must meet or even exceed all customer requirements. If
any aspects of the instructions are not clear, it is advisable that you seek
clarification from either the customer or customer. All the keywords must be
used in your article as requested by the customer. You should avoid keyword
stuffing
at all times.
Keyword
stuffing is where you use excessive keywords over and over again. Use it
exactly the number of times specified by the customer. In cases where the
customer does not specify the number of times you can use the keyword, 1 to 3
percent keyword density would be acceptable.
Most
importantly, you must ensure you write your articles within the time frame
provided. Most sites will not accept any late submissions.
●
Register with websites that deal with SEO content creation for clients such as
iWriter.
Their
rate is around $1.25 for a 150-word article, and their minimum payout is $20.
One
downside is that clients on iWriter do not have to approve your article — if
they reject it, you won't get paid.
Typically
you'll get around 80-90% of your articles approved while the other 10-20% will
require some editing.
Delivering
high quality content will help you earn more money on this site. After you've
received 4-star reviews for 30 articles, you'll become a premium writer
(doubling your pay), and when you hit 30 articles with 4.5 star reviews, you'll
get triple the pay and be an elite writer.
How much money can I make writing
SEO optimized content?
You
can either charge a flat fee or hourly. If hourly, then you can expect anywhere
from $4 to $25 an hour. If by the article, you can charge from $.01 word (low
end) or higher.
16 Fiverr
Fiverr
is a global online marketplace offering tasks and services, beginning at a cost
of $5 per job performed, from which it gets its name. The site is primarily
used by freelancers who use Fiverr to offer services to customers worldwide.
It
would therefore be interesting to find out how this could help thousands of
people to earn some extra money from their homes using the power and reach of
Fiverr.
In
order to start making money with Fiverr, here are some steps you can take:
●
There is absolutely no limit or restriction on the products that can be bought
and sold in such gigs. The only requirement is that the product or service
should be legal and not be banned under the laws of your respective country.
Hence
it could encompass a long list of products and services. It could be content
writing, translating, posting comments and feedback on various social media
networks, teaching and tutoring of various subjects and languages, teaching
music and even playing pranks with somebody and making money out of it.
●
There are also many people who are on the lookout for short video clips and
also voiceovers. There is a big market available out there and it is about
identifying one area and taking advantage of it.
●
While the default price is just $5 , the rates can go up to hundreds or even
thousands of dollars per service provided. While $5 might not seem like a lot,
once the volume start picking up it can certainly add up. There are many people
who make a decent living through Fiverr. The secret lies in developing a system
where time spent on each gig is reduced.
●
Using the concept of reselling gigs to others is making some people decent
money also. You could offer logo design services for $50+ on sites such as
Upwork, but pay someone $5 on Fiverr to actually do the work. There are many
people who spent $5 but end up making $50 over and over again.
How
much money can I make from Fiverr?
You
can earn anywhere from $5 to $100's a day. At the end of the day there is
hardly any doubt that those who are smart on the uptake and those who believe
in diversifying their sources of income would certainly find Fiverr a wonderful
opportunity.
17 Sell Handmade Items and Crafts
Are
you a talented artist or craftsman? Is your work an expression of your
creativity that you do just for fun? Or are you interested in selling your
handmade arts and crafts as a source of income?
If
you are interested in turning your passion into a business or even if you want
to make some money to help pay for your supplies, here are some steps you can
take:
●
The first step you need to take is to evaluate your craft - To sell your crafts
online, you must have something that is different from all the other arts and
crafts that are being offered online.
●
Include lots of pictures - Consumers rarely buy items without first seeing
pictures. Increase your chances of making a sale by taking a few pictures of
the item you are selling from different angles. Accompany that picture with a
detailed description.
●
Fair selling price - It is tricky to sell arts and crafts. Your goal is to make
money, but a low selling price virtually guarantees a sale. Unfortunately, you
aren't a mass production line, meaning your supplies and time cost more. That
is why a fair selling price is important. It ensures you make money but is low
enough to generate consumer interest. When setting your price, consider the
cost of supplies and the time spend to make each item.
●
Customization - Since you make your arts and craft projects by hand, you have a
unique opportunity to offer an additional service to your buyers. That is
customization.
Whether
an interested buyer would like a different colored wind chime or their name
painted on it, you can do it. In fact, state in your listing description that
customization and personalization are available for either no extra charge or a
small fee.
●
Research what you are going to sell - Hand embroidered dish towels are not
going to sell as well to men as they will to women, but intricately tooled
leather sheaths for hunting knives would be more likely to sell to men.
Identifying
your potential customers will help you decide on a venue to utilize for selling
your handmade crafts.
●
Add up all the costs involved in making your handmade craft. In addition to
supplies, include a reasonable estimate of the time you will spend on it. Stop
at that point and ask yourself if people will be likely to pay at least that
much for your handmade craft. If not, consider a different item. Otherwise, add
in profit for yourself and ask yourself the question again. If you still feel
that many customers would find the item an attractive purchase, repeat the
process with your next item.
●
Estimate how long it will take you to make each item. This will give you an
idea of how many items you will be able to produce in a week's time. Assuming
you can sell everything you produce this tells you the maximum you could earn.
●
Sell your items on sites such as eBay, Etsy and Craigslist.
How
much can I make from selling homemade items and crafts online?
It
really depends on what you are creating and how much time it takes to create as
well as the quality.
Smaller
items, like bracelets, charms etc. can sell for anything from $5 upwards, while
paintings, carvings and objects that take many time to create can sell for
$100's or more.
18 SEO Consultant
One
of the most lucrative online money-making methods is through becoming an SEO
consultant. In this career, you will be helping websites rank higher in the
Google search engine results when targeted keywords are searched for.
Search
Engine Optimization (SEO) is not an easy task but with a little effort it can
be learned.
Your
task as an SEO consultant will entail looking at what the clients have on their
website and request the necessary changes to make it more SEO friendly.
In
order for you to become an SEO consultant, here are some steps you can take:
●
Create your website - You need to be able to communicate with your clients and
a website is a good place to do so. Creating a website is not easy; you may
require the help of web designers. You also need to make use of the services of
a reliable web host.
Once
you have created your website, the next thing is to fill it with relevant
content and optimize it. Well, you will be promising others top ranking on
Google and other search engine results and your website must lead by example.
Many
companies believe that if an SEO consultants website does not rank highly then
they cannot deliver what they promise. This is not far from the truth. Your
website therefore is your chance to prove that what you offer actually works.
●
Show samples of previous work - Clients are more likely to trust you if you
have helped others previously and obtained positive results. Outline these
results on your website and whenever possible accompany them with a review from
the satisfied client. This way, your target clients will know that you are not
just talk but act and deliver on what you promise. Encourage satisfied clients
to always leave a review.
●
Find the right clients - When marketing your business, do not do this blindly.
Instead, use a targeted approach aiming at clients who are not doing so well in
terms of their SEO strategies. Approach them and help drive organic traffic to
their websites. Let them know that by raising their ranking in search results
they will be able to reach more clients and subsequently increase their sales.
●
Alternative ways to get clients - Other than marketing your business, you could
try looking for and applying for SEO consultant positions on freelancing sites
such as Freelancer.com, Guru.com, Upwork.com, etc.
How
much can you make as an SEO consultant?
There
really is no limit to how much you can make. You could set your prices at an
hourly rate (the minimum would be $10/hour) or set a one-off price for when the
client website ranks on the first page of Google. The latter could be $500 or
more. The much you charge however depends on your level of experience. To
attract clients, beginner SEO consultants should charge less. Once you have
build a track record for yourself you can charge higher and you will still get
clients. Just start low and watch your business grow.
19 Provide Online Homework Help
If
you are an expert on any subject, then stop sleeping on it. You can make money
online using that knowledge, by providing online homework help during your
spare time.
If
you did not know, there is a huge demand for online tutors who can help
students with their homework, assignments etc.
The
reason for the high demands for online tutors is because students are required
to submit their assignments on time and sometimes they can fall behind and need
help.
You
will therefore find that it is challenging for many of them to meet the
deadlines of their assignments especially if they have to prepare for their
examinations at the same time.
In
order for you to make money with online homework help, here are some steps you
can take:
●
Apply for Online Homework Help Jobs - Register with freelancing sites such as
Freelancer.com, Guru.com, Upwork.com, etc. and apply for the numerous jobs that
are available on these sites.
●
There are also several companies online that you can select from and apply for
jobs with.
Among
the numerous companies, you can try applying with Tutor.com,
OwlOnlineTutoring.com and many others. As you apply for the jobs, you need to
confirm and make sure that the company you want to work with is credible and
trustworthy. However, you can start with these two examples since they have a
proven track record.
●
Create a Website - Start your own website and list all the subjects you can
provide homework help with, along with pricing and a way to schedule
appointments. Starting your own website can make you more money than working
for someone else but it might take time to become established. You can decide
to employ other people who are experts like you once you realize that you are
getting too many clients.
If
you realize that there is someone who is interested in working with you and is
experienced in other subjects, do not hesitate to include that person on your
website. All you have to do is to update you website and include the additional
subject or subjects to your previous list.
●
Use a Bulletin Board - You can consider putting your offer on a bulletin board
at a nearby school. This is just another way of attracting clients. In this
case, you will have to post regularly so that you can get traffic to your
website. Again, you need to have superior knowledge of the subject you
want
to offer the homework help for.
●
Provide Excellent Services - After getting clients, you now need to provide
excellent service no matter which of the above steps you have taken. This will
make you get even more clients since the ones you have served will refer others
to you.
How
much money can I make from providing homework help?
Depending
on your experience and expertise on the subject you choose to offer, you can
charge from as little as $3 to $50 per hour. Most people who do such jobs
charge between $10 and $20, but that depends on your location and the
complexity of what is requested.
20 Be Creative
Remember
that you can mix and match these methods if you want. Some of the methods don’t
make as much money, but because they’re fun, they’re a nice thing to add to
your repertoire.
If
you see something you like, research it further. The ideas we have provided you
with should only be used as a 'start' guide.
We
have used all the methods we mention in this course personally in the past
years and the most successful method we used was to be creative. We looked at
ideas from others and we adapted them in a way that we turned our business idea
unique.
Being
special and unique makes you stand out from the crowd specially when it comes
to working online where the competition is fierce.
We
have been working online for several years and after trying and failing a lot
we compiled this list with the most successful ways we used to make money.
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