Most of us have a rather complicated relationship with money. We like to have it, but we can't stand to make it. Maybe you love your steady 9-to-5 job, but you hardly make millions. Or maybe you feel trapped: you're required to go to the office and so you don't have enough financial freedom to look for something better. But there are ways to make extra money, fast enough and, most importantly, without hurting your day job. That's working on the side, CheatSheet says.
Today, 20 percent to 30 percent of workers in Europe and the United States work in what's called the "freelance economy. It gives them the opportunity to work when they want, where they want and as long as they need. Interestingly, many people of retirement age also resort to part-time work to increase their retirement income.
By working on the side, you can save for your next vacation, replace your main 9-to-5 job, or increase your retirement savings. There are several ways to do this. Below is a list of 24 part-time ideas you can use to start earning extra money today.
Become an online dating consultant.
Yes, yes, you're not wrong, there is such a job. There is relentless competition in the world of online dating. On any service - Tinder, Coffee Meets Bagel, Match, OkCupid - it's terribly difficult to stand out from other users. This is where dating consultants come into play. Use your social networking skills for good: help others choose successful profile photos and create attractive "about yourself" posts. For example, Heartographer charges $349 for online video chats to help create engaging profiles that help users find a date, or at least make it a regular date.
Open a cooking business
Few of us find solace in standing in the kitchen after a long day at work and making a hot, homemade dinner. For most people, finding an idea for a home-cooked meal and putting it into action is a nightmare. One couple, authors of a cooking blog, make $100 a week for making 5 frozen dinners for a family that doesn't have time to cook every night. If cooking isn't your thing, you can make money baking for local events or parties in your area. Who would turn down a good cupcake with the perfect proportions of frosting and dough?
Sell old gift certificates
Every year before the holidays, do you accumulate another stack of gift certificates from stores you've never heard of and have no intention of going to? Instead of carrying them around in your wallet, monetize these certificates. There are two options: the first is to sell them to sites that will offer a certain amount of money. The second is to exchange them on sites that allow you to set the purchase price yourself. Services like Raise only charge 15% of the sale price of the card.
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Become a notary public
A notary public is a professional with a law degree who is authorized by the state to practice law. Notaries can certify signatures on documents, administer and take oaths, or certify important real estate documents. By obtaining a notary public certificate from the state, you will be able to charge a fee for certifying documents. The cost of the certificate is usually less than $100.
Raise Bees.
Beekeepers who raise bees and sell honey earn a solid additional income at local farmers' markets and roadside stands. Obviously, it takes time to learn how to raise bees and keep them busy, but this part-time job is ideal for retirees looking for a lucrative hobby.
Drive your own car.
If your car "eats" some fuel, you can sign up with companies like Uber or Lyft and work with them in your spare time. Park your car near the airport or a popular bar downtown and earn some extra money. Similar to driving services, there are also mobile apps like PostMates. They make up to $25 an hour for delivering food to customers in your area. The only difference is that they hire pedestrians and cyclists as well as drivers.
Create and sell online courses
Some of the most effective part-time jobs are those that generate passive income. By creating and selling online courses, you can spend a couple of hours creating them and then sit back and watch the money float to you as you sign up listeners. Determine what you're an expert at and "dance" from there. If you've been a financial advisor for 20 years, you can easily create a course on how to invest in stocks. Ideas for an authoring course can range from yoga classes for beginners to salary negotiations to cake decorating.
Teach others on the online platform Udemy
If you don't have time to create a separate course online, try promoting it on the Udemy platform. This site allows you to monetize your unique skills and run your course however you want. Right now the platform offers, for example, such courses as "Body Language for Entrepreneurs," "Microsoft Excel 2010: Advanced User Level" and "Java for Dummies.
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Develop Web Sites
E-commerce and online marketing have soared to such heights that today no business can succeed without an attractive website. Even job seekers these days are increasingly using personal websites instead of old-fashioned resumes. The only problem is that not everyone knows how to do it professionally. People will gladly shell out a tidy sum to someone who knows how to create and spell out the back-end and codes that make a site work without a hitch. You can make money by projecting and creating websites for clients using special services like Squarespace, GoDaddy, and Wix.
Write tweets and posts for money
Writing paid Twitter posts is no longer just for Kim Kardashian and her friends (though she still makes about $200,000 per Instagram post). If you have enough followers, you can make money by posting about products you like. There are services like MyLikes and LikeItToKnowIt, for example, but they're only suitable for accounts that have a few thousand followers each.
Sell items on Etsy
Turn your hobby into a profitable online business: open a store on the Etsy platform. The wife of popular blogger Mr. Money Mustache supports her whole family on money earned by selling handmade soap. She once sold $10,000 worth of goods in just two months. In addition to soap, people sell many other things through this platform - handmade jewelry, clothing and even furniture.
Answer online surveys
It happens that after a long day at work, your brain gets very tired. For those with stressful jobs, taking online surveys for extra money can seem like a lifesaver. You choose who you answer and when, all from the comfort of your couch. Yes, and this work, which does not require thinking, can be done while watching TV. We recommend subscribing to several survey sites at once to get more sources of benefit. For example, InboxDollars, SwagBucks, and PaidSurveys are the most popular options for this part-time job.
Rent out your home
If you live near a metropolis, in a resort area, or near a hiking trail, you can rent out your cabin in the mountains or an extra room in your house to travelers from all over the world. Apps like Airbnb are hugely popular and simplify the process of renting out properties. Through it, homeowners set their own prices. Many landlords rent out their homes for a few nights a month, which helps them cover the costs associated with maintaining a home.
Create content for others
Content marketing is a powerful source of revenue for companies, so they're always looking for people who know how to use words beautifully. If you're feeling like a successful writer, sign up for freelance and content creator sites that pay by the piece for each publication. It's not hard to find clients who need to create content on a daily basis, but the prices for these services vary widely. Some pay $30 per publication. Freelancers with experience charge $100 per post or more.
Become a tutor.
There's a good chance you can tutor something. Perhaps you can solve complex math problems in your sleep or are fluent in German. Then offer your knowledge to those who need it for an hourly wage - it's a great extra income. Parents of children are always happy to find a piano teacher who can tutor their child at their convenience. Post a couple of ads saying you are willing to teach and have your students find you.
Sell your photos on stock photos.
You'll need to leave the house from time to time to do this. However, freelance photographers make very decent money shooting family portraits, engagements or children. In addition, bloggers are constantly looking for beautiful photos on stock sites for their publications that make you want to click on the link attached. If you are a talented photographer, sites like istockphoto.com and shutterstock.com can help you start selling beautiful photos online. Keep in mind that you won't be able to sell photos with your iPhone - you'll have to buy a high-quality digital camera.
Become a calligrapher
You've probably seen your friends post on Facebook bragging about their calligraphy skills. Calligraphy pens are very popular now, and they allow users to create unique handwritten fonts that can be used for special events: wedding invitations, home decor and other ideas (you can find them on Pinterest). Anyone who needs a fun and creative hobby can learn this skill and, better yet, start monetizing it. All you need is a few special pens and lots of blank sheets of paper. Learn calligraphy writing, and you can make "live" money on every wedding invitation you sign.
Sell your trees.
Believe it or not, there are websites that will pay you money for unwanted trees. It's certainly not a permanent source of additional income (unless you decide to engage in the methodical destruction of photosynthesis on the planet), but you can sell trees from your own yard. Suddenly, you recently bought a plot of land on which trees are growing exactly where you are going to build your dream home. So why not sell that timber? The most valuable trees are deciduous trees: maple, birch and oak.
Sell the stuff you don't need.
You'd be surprised, but there's a lot of money lying around in your house right now. Handymen are constantly looking online for old furniture that they can clean up and sell for a higher price. Secondhand stores - like Clothes Mentor or Plato's Closet - will trade your sweaters, pants, handbags and jewelry you no longer wear for money. Do a spring cleaning at home and turn all your unwanted items into cash using Craigslist and eBay or local thrift stores.
Become a "handyman."
If you're willing to roll up your sleeves and work physically, you can make good money as a local handyman doing work that no one else wants to do. Or, if you live in a rented apartment, you can maintain it yourself and save hundreds of dollars on plumbers and other handymen. To learn, for example, how to repair the dishwasher, you can watch video tutorials on YouTube - and save $300. There's more: you can start helping other residents of the house with it, too. You can advertise your services using the Takl or TaskRabbit platforms.
Edit college admissions essays
Most colleges require you to write an essay that comes with your application packet. For many teenagers, composing a piece about themselves is an overwhelming task. The competition for admission is intense, and parents are willing to pay for the labor of someone who will provide constructive feedback regarding their child's essay. All you need for this part-time job is the ability to edit texts.
Buy and sell domain names
The domain name trade has been around for decades. But now that online business and online entrepreneurship are booming, the opportunities to make money selling domain names are growing along with them. Buy domains on GoDaddy and sell them on sites like Flippa. The more common the term used for the domain, the more expensive it is.
Become a brand ambassador.
Big brands and startups always need brand ambassadors to support their marketing campaigns. These people get paid for promoting services. This is a very popular source of additional income among college students who have access to the general public, as well as among "weekend warriors" willing to promote services at local events. Some companies even offer a commission package for the sales you attract.
Become a mystery shopper.
With sites like Bestmark, you can start making money as a mystery shopper. If you're willing to get yourself off the couch for a part-time job, then go for it. You'll get paid for making a purchase in a store or dining at a restaurant. The most famous mystery shoppers are at Subway. They check to see if the chain's "sandwich masters" are following generally accepted franchise rules. You'll go where you frequent anyway, plus get paid for it. It's a win-win.
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