Why Side Hustles?
Today’s economy makes it difficult to keep up with inflation. In ordinary times if you make the same income as the prior year you are behind. The cost of living always rises.
These days the economy puts simple cost-of-living items out of reach. Most of us cannot increase our paychecks. And it is not a good time to change jobs.
Along with rising costs for goods, many states are raising taxes on everything from income to gasoline. Some economists say the average family spends $11,000 or so annually compared to three years ago.
What is an average person to do?
A friend addressed the problem this way. He printed up a simple flyer saying he’d fix virtually any small appliance for $10. Then he walked the neighborhood placing the flyers in mailboxes. Within a week he had more business than he could handle. He repaired small appliances and earned quite a bit of side hustle money. And he enjoyed the work. His regular job is in the banking industry.
Analyze your skills.
Take time to think about your skills. No matter what your primary field you have skills in other areas. Some handymen and women are good writers. Or have some artistic talent. A cousin retired from government work. She’s delivered hundreds of babies working as a doula. In addition, she sells her artwork online.
My older son when in high school used his swimming and soccer talent to earn extra money. He marketed himself as a babysitter and if the family had a pool he included swimming lessons. He was part of our county’s jr. lifeguard program. And certified as an instructor and water safety expert.
He also marketed himself as a one-on-one soccer coach. He played high school soccer and attended a national coaching clinic, earning a C coaching license.
Our younger son earned money in high school tutoring math.
What are you going to do to earn money on the side?
Use the list below to generate ideas on how you can start a side hustle.
Here are 100 genuine ways for the average person to make some cash without spending any money;
- Write articles, for blogs, websites, or magazines.
- Help with tasks as an assistant.
- Create graphics for businesses or individuals.
- Manage social media accounts for businesses.
- Tutor students in subjects you’re good at.
- Look after children or pets for friends, family, or neighbors.
- Sell crafts or art online.
- Offer home organization and decluttering services.
- Sell products like eBooks or printables.
- Provide landscaping or gardening assistance.
- Rent out a room through Airbnb.
- Start a YouTube channel. Earn from ads.
- Take part in surveys and market research studies.
- Do mystery shopping for stores.
- Drive for ride-sharing services such as Uber or Lyft.
- Rent your car on platforms like Turo to earn income
- Walk dogs or offer pet care services
- Teach a skill or hobby through classes
- Clean houses, for busy individuals and families
- Sell products through affiliate marketing opportunities Here are some ideas, for making money;
- Preparing meals or cooking for others.
- Selling your stock photos.
- Offering freelance consulting services in your field of expertise.
- Renting out equipment you own such as cameras or tools.
- Participating in focus groups for market research purposes.
- Giving music lessons to beginners.
- Starting a blog. Earning money through affiliate marketing or advertisements.
- Reselling items purchased from garage sales or thrift stores at a profit.
- Providing shopping services to others.
- Offering handyman services for home repairs.
- Renting out storage space in your house or garage to others.
- Designing and selling custom T-shirts or merchandise.
- Providing translation services for documents or websites.
- Joining freelancing platforms like Upwork or Fiverr to find work opportunities
- Starting a podcast and earning income through sponsorships or donations
- Providing technical support services or IT assistance
- Offering event planning services, for parties and gatherings
- Leasing out your driveway or parking space
- Assisting with resume writing and job applications
- Selling homemade baked goods. Treats
- Offering personal training sessions or fitness coaching
- Offering voiceover services, for videos or commercials.
- Renting your tools or equipment for DIY projects.
- Selling custom-made products on demand.
- Providing consultations for gardening or landscaping.
- Offering virtual event planning services.
- Selling owned items online via platforms such as eBay or Facebook Marketplace.
- Providing meal delivery or catering options.
- Offering freelance editing or proofreading services.
- Providing website design or development assistance.
- Renting camping gear or outdoor equipment.
- Offering freelance accounting or bookkeeping services on a project basis.
- Selling artwork creations. Designs online
- Providing coaching services for meditation and mindfulness practices
- Offering consulting services for finance management and budgeting help
- Renting out your bike or sports equipment to enthusiasts
- Selling vintage items through online marketplaces
- Offering tutoring sessions for language learning and conversation practice
- Providing guided tours of local attractions and hidden gems in the city
- Offering car washing and detailing services
- Renting out costumes and supplies for themed parties
- Selling handcrafted skincare products
- Offering virtual cooking classes and tutorials
- Providing photography services, for events, portraits, etc.
- Providing consultations, for design.
- Renting out your RV or camper van to travelers.
- Offering marketing services tailored for businesses.
- Assisting individuals with career coaching and job search strategies.
- Providing gift wrapping services for occasions.
- Offering guidance and management for social media platforms.
- Renting out instruments to aspiring musicians.
- Creating custom jewelry pieces and accessories for customers.
- Offering bike repair and maintenance services to cycling enthusiasts.
- Providing content writing services for websites and blogs daily.
- Freelance proofreading or editing services
- Personalized travel planning services
- Renting out your backyard for events or parties
- Selling pottery or ceramics
- Freelance marketing or advertising services
- Guided outdoor adventure experiences
- Renting out office space or desk
- Selling jams, sauces, or condiments
- Freelance data entry services
- Personalized skincare consultations
- Renting out land, for gardening or farming
- Selling soap or bath products
- Charging for elder companionship.
- Conduct classes at adult training centers.
- Sell personal items you no longer need.
- Visit yard sales for items you can resell.
- Learn affiliate marketing.
- Share your expertise online for a fee.
- Become a professional shopper via Instacart.
- Offer child daycare services.
- Conduct garage and yard sales for a fee.
- Raise funds for nonprofit organizations for a fee.
- Learn to be a grant writer.
- Market Fiverr.com services.
- Offer tutorial services.
- Help others set up side hustles.
Remember these opportunities may not require a financial investment but will need your time, dedication, and effort to succeed. Choose those that match your skills, interests, and available resources.
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