Side Hustles That Will Help You Earn Some Extra Money

The pandemic has left many people needing just a little bit of extra money at the end of the month. The uncertainty that surrounds everyone coupled with the rising cost of living, makes it harder and harder to break even every month.

However, you might not need to look as far as you think. Some of the best side hustles just need you to secure a stable internet connection. Here are some great ideas for side jobs.

1. Skype Tutoring

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If you're really good at a specific subject and can easily share knowledge with others, you might want to consider tutoring. Skype tutors have become a popular choice in recent months due to social distancing protocols.

This is particularly lucrative for those who are multilingual and willing to teach others another language. The perks include being able to stay home and only needing a stable internet connection to complete your work.

2. Personal Shopper

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We all might have developed a tiny online shopping addiction over the last few months. However, what if I told you that you can make money using those skills?

Your ability to find the hottest deals and surf the web are skills that might make you the perfect online personal shopper. One way to start is to create your own platform offering to order products on behalf of the client and ship it to them or you could opt to work for a company.

3. Virtual Assistant

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One of the most lucrative side hustles is becoming a virtual assistant. Your job is to work remotely to fulfill tasks like administration, social media, bookkeeping, and more.

With more companies opting to hire remote workers, there is a growing demand for virtual assistants. Using sites like Upwork can help you build a client network and later you could become an independent contractor.

4. Monetize Your Photography

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This one is perfect for anyone who has some photography background and a camera. Turn your hobby into your side hustle by selling your photography.

Sites like Shutterstock are great to sell your pictures. You could also experiment with product photography or event photography.

5. Freelance Online

Freelancing or remote working is becoming a growing online industry. With varied jobs available, anyone who can read, write, program, make videos, or willing to learn certain skills, can enter the freelancing job market.

Some great freelancing options include proofreading, transcribing, ​or content writing. Some also opt to ghostwrite, photo edit, or graphic designs on sites like Fiverr.