There are hundred of side hustles hustles out there, from freelance writing to DoorDashing. Since high school, I’ve tried more than 20 different ways to earn extra income. Some side gigs were duds, like that one time I spent hours filling out online surveys, only to walk away with a measly $20. Others paid well, like when I earned $100 an hour as a freelance web developer. Now I’m working a full-time job and still juggling side hustles. But I’m focused on using my expertise to simplify my schedule. That tactic keeps my side hustle income flowing without causing burnout. Over time, my side hustles have helped me pay off $40,000 in debt. And my passion for side hustles has even helped me turn into a side-hustle expert and launch my own helpful side gig resources, I Like to Dabble. After much trial and error, I’ve figured out what works and what doesn’t when it comes to making the most money. Here’s what I recommend based on my own experience. Choose a side hustle that fits Your lifestyle is the most important factor when choosing a side gig. If you prefer to work from home, you might choose something similar to your remote job.For example, while working as a web engineer by day, I also worked as a freelance web developer at night and on the weekends. I was essentially doing the same thing but for different clients, and I could still work remotely as long as I met deadlines and client expectations.On the other hand, if you have a lifestyle where you’re always on the move, you might take on extra work delivering groceries, takeout or packages. It pays to have a side hustle that seamlessly fits into your day-to-day life without becoming a burden. Look for long-term clients for retainer workOne of the biggest impacts on my side hustle income was seeking out long-term clients who needed my services for ongoing projects and retainer work. If you package your services correctly, these tend to pay better than one-off gigs. For example, I could write one basic blog article for $300, or I could put together a content management package for $3,000 a month that includes three monthly articles, images, references, keyword optimization and regular content updates. I’ve found that one-off gigs can be tough to negotiate for a higher amount. However, single-project assignments may still be helpful for making extra cash quickly and boosting your experience. @iliketodabble Dont skip out on the online communities or facebook groups that conventions in your niche set up! You can really find some good opps with those. I also love newsletters that send out gigs hiring like the Find Freelance Opportunites newsletter from Kaitlyn Arford. And if you don’t know what you even want to freelance in, take my free side hustle quiz – you know where to go 😉 #FreelanceWriter #FreelanceWriting #SideHustleTips #RemoteWorker ♬ original sound – Daniella | Remote Work BestieRaise your side gig rates when the time is rightI was paid $25 for my first freelance article.
Mer. Feb 12th, 2025
