Mahesh Kumar
3/22/2022
Working from home isn't a far-fetched dream anymore. In today's world especially, with the pandemic still active, working from home has become the new normal.
And why not? After all, the internet has changed the way we communicate, look for information, and even socialize. It has opened a plethora of work options that didn’t exist a decade ago, such as user interface and user experience designers or developers.
You too can take advantage of all the options to work from home and make a career out of it or simply as a side hustle for another source of income.
Interested?
Here is a list of jobs that you can do from home and make money.
Start a car cleaning business. Washing and detailing cars can earn you quite a bit of money, especially if you are very skilled. This is the kind of work that will get you referrals if you take your time and do a really good job.
College students who are doing well in their classes can often make money as a tutor for underclassmen or high school students. Sometimes it's easier for a young student to learn from another student who has been in their shoes.
Many college students, especially those in journalism or media, can make a few extra dollars taking on copyediting jobs on the side. Local media outlets, authors, or even professors will often look for extra help especially during times when they are busier than normal.
College students who get tired of the dorm life can earn extra money during peak vacation times when residents are looking for a house or pet sitter to take care of their home and animals while they are away on vacation. Maintaining the home, keeping it clean, and caring for their pets to make some extra cash.
Mystery shopping is a great way to make a few extra dollars on the side. The job involves visiting and reviewing the business establishment according to the guidelines. Provide the information and photographs for the location you were assigned and you will be reimbursed for the item purchased and a little extra money for your time.
If you have transcription training, you can take on a side job as a transcriptionist. You can also work as an aid to a professor or take on a few side jobs for a local legal or medical office. The better you get at transcribing, the more work you will have. Become proficient and you could have a nice career later on.
In this age and era of digitalization, every business needs content. If you are good in writing, you can earn quite a lot by taking up writing gigs. There are numerous freelance writing websites where you can join and bid for jobs, or just apply to companies for freelance or part-time writing work.
Love sketching, painting, or sewing? Why not profit from your talent? You can create social media pages and sell your art and craft for money. The best thing? You can just do the art and craft in your free time and upload pictures on your social media with a price tag, or you can also take orders to make customized products for good price offers.
Stay at home moms who have good typing skills and knowledge of the legal & medical field can earn a good amount of money by taking a few legal or medical transcription jobs on the side. Taking a few jobs on the side while your kids are growing can lead to long-term work when your kids finally start school.
Buying and selling items on eBay can turn into a profitable career. Whether you make your own merchandise or raid garage sales and thrift stores, selling items on eBay allows you to reach a much wider audience and can score you some major cash if you know how to properly price your items.
If you have a YouTube channel, monetizing your channel allows you to post about things you enjoy and earn a little extra money in the process. All you need are dedicated subscribers and a commitment to post on a regular basis to keep them interested.
Do you have a special niche hobby or have a particular passion that you can talk about for ages? If so, you can consider becoming a blogger and you can actually get sponsors who will pay you to keep putting your blog out there. Companies like to associate with bloggers who have gained a large audience and will actually pay you to keep writing.
Online surveys only take a few minutes and are a great way to make a few extra dollars. While you won't get rich taking surveys, it's not unheard of to make a hundred dollars a month or so if you are really dedicated.
If you are passionate about cooking or baking, you can start your own online delivery business. Getting food to-go is all the rage now to enjoy a nice night in or avoid getting sick. You can easily take advantage of this and start your home bakery or food delivery. Just market yourself on social media and make use of delivery services to deliver the food and voila, you have a home-based business!
Did you know that you can not just earn by becoming a product tester, but usually get to keep the products as well. If you are a new mom or a cosmetics junkie, try out product testing websites that offer such products. You can cut the cost of buying baby stuff or your cosmetics while also make a buck or two in the process.
If you like to take pictures, you can sell them to places like Shutterstock or Google for a few bucks apiece. Companies are always looking for quality stock images that others may want to use.
If you like to sew, take on a few sewing jobs. You can alter clothing, make simple repairs or sell your own creations. This is one talent that is quickly being lost, but many people still need the service.
Make your own arts and crafts and sell them at the local flea market. Explore your artistic talents and make a few pieces. See if there is an interest. If so, build up an inventory and spend a weekend selling your crafts. You may end up with a tidy chunk of cash.
Many companies will pay consumers to review their products. They ship you the product for free and once you provide them a quality review, you get to keep the item as well as earn a small amount of cash.
A virtual assistant helps another person manage their online affairs. They schedule appointments, answer phone calls, and emails, and perform other tasks that would otherwise take up too much of the boss' time.
Freelance writers can make a good amount of money simply by writing articles and blogs and submitting them to local media outlets. You can also find jobs on online freelance market sites that have titles that content needs to be written for.
Renting out your stuff on websites like Loanables has two advantages – it helps you earn some extra bucks while also helping you to reduce your carbon footprint. Renting used items or buying pre-loved stuff are not considered thrifty anymore but a respectable thing to do. The immense popularity of reusing stuff will ensure you never run out of renters.
Yoga is an exercise that can be performed anywhere and is easy to learn. Take a class or two and get certified to teach yoga in your own home. You will improve your health and earn money at the same time.
If you have the time and are proficient at typing, there are law firms that may need some extra help with transcription services. Take a few classes and get certified so you can work from home. When your kids get older, your side hustle can turn into a full-time career.
Designing websites can be a lot of fun if you love working on computers. Build a few practice website designs and then start telling others about your service. Small business owners will take you up on the offer if you're reasonably priced.
If you're a single parent and have extra time in the afternoons, you can spend time tutoring students. Choose a topic you're proficient in and let the word out that you are available to tutor local kids. Most parents will take you up on the offer if you are reasonably priced.
Many parents are stressed for time trying to balance work and family obligations. Offer a rideshare service for other parents. For a few bucks a week, you pick up their kids and take them to and from school, sports practice, and other activities.
Buy, sell, and trade items. You can find items almost anywhere and refurbish them. Sell or trade them for items you really need. Visiting garage sales, thrift stores, and antique stores will allow you to find a variety of neat items for you to work on.
Open a shopping service and you can utilize your transport as well as time while commuting in between your children’s schools and their extracurriculars to pick up a person's order. All you have to do is just go to the store and pick up the items and deliver them. It’s guaranteed that there will always be takers for such services since it is great for shut-ins and other individuals who can't stand or walk for long periods of time.
If you like to spend time in nature and have your own camper or motorhome, contact your local state park or campground. Most will allow you to become a campground host if you are willing to stay at the campground full-time and perform basic housekeeping chores.
Many professionals who retire still have an abundance of knowledge they can use to benefit others. Offer your skills as a consultant to companies who may not be able to afford to hire a full-time consultant. Part-time services are always in demand.
Do you like to fix things? Start a repair service and earn a little extra money in your spare time. Electronics, small engines, furniture, and cars all need to be fixed at some point. Put the word out and have your friends bring you items that need repairs.
If you have a little money lying around consider investing in a local small business. Small business owners who are just starting out sometimes struggle through the first year. Even a small investment can earn you big rewards.
If you love gardening, why not use your passion to earn some extra cash after retirement? All you would need is a piece of land and your love for gardening. You can grow vegetables, fruits, or even flowers and sell them at the local market or online. Use delivery services to send orders, if you start an online business or you can deliver to local shops for selling. Either way it will keep you engaged after retirement, make you happy since you will be spending time in doing what you love, and also help money coming in to your bank.
Working from home can be a reality if you're creative and are able to find your niche. Take some time and figure out what you like to do and then get to work.
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