The salary is often not enough to cover all expenses, especially with high prices, but thanks to these side hustles it is possible to round wages up.
Between economic crisis and a production system on which it is necessary to intervene, often the salary alone is not enough to cover one’s monthly expenses. In Europe, more and more people – young and old – are looking for a second job: a side hustle that allows them to round up their earnings.
A virtuous example in this case can only be Jeff Lerner, a former musician without money and today a "self-made" millionaire, who demonstrated that with these side hustles it is possible not only round up the salary, but also to pay off a debt of 495 thousand dollars only through the proceeds from non-work activities. It is thanks to these side jobs that Lerner was able to start his own company, the Entre - Institute, a financial education platform, of which he is now the Chief Vision Officer.
2023 certainly doesn’t look like a happy year in terms of expensive energy and expensive living. Therefore, it could be useful to know which are the best extra activities to earn more money and round up your salary.
1. Selling Stock Photos
If you want to round up your salary and are passionate about photography, you should know that you can get paid to publish stock photos on photo platforms stock. Any type of photo can be useful, from portraits to panoramic or artistic photos. In fact, bloggers are always looking for photos for their websites. Hence, Shutterstock and Depositphotos are constantly looking for new photos to expand their portfolio of images free of copyright. Depending on the quantity, quality, and uniqueness of the photos, you can earn between $200-500 per month.
2. Audio transcriber
Although not everyone knows this job, if you are an expert typist, you can transcribe audio samples, earning up to $20 per hour or even more if you have law or medical experience. This is where sites like TranscribeMe, Speakwrite GoTranscript come in handy, which are constantly looking for who can transcribe data and conversations. As reported by the same site, GoTranscript, it is possible to earn between $245 - $1.495.
3. Become a tutor
Another activity that should not be underestimated in order to round off the salary is certainly that of the tutor, an activity that can be carried out both online and in person. This job allows you to exploit your knowledge in specific subjects. The secret to success in this activity is to offer quality lessons, establishing a relationship of trust with the pupils. A flexible job that allows you to insert lessons between one commitment and another. Not to mention that today there are numerous platforms that make it extremely easy to find students. A job that allows you to get paid even 20 euros per hour: the rates obviously vary according to your knowledge.
4. Rent your own car
In addition to being able to take advantage of apps like Uber and Lyft, you can rent your own car. This side business certainly has risks, but it could be quite profitable. "A client I worked with," says Lerner, "rented his car two or three days a week and got over $3,500 a month."
5. Copywriting
If you love to write, it may be useful to try submitting yourself to editorial offices and online sites such as editor. Indeed, more and more companies are relying on outsourcing to be able to find editors, writers, copywriter and articulists. This job can make a perfect sideline as it allows the copywriter to work from home, writing a precise number of articles per shift. An excellent job especially for those who study and need a fixed monthly income.
6. Writing resumes for others
In addition to the figure of the online editor, there are other professions that involve writing, some of these are a bit "niche". If you were able to write perfect resumes and cover letters, you could start a resume writing service of resume. Lerner’s advice is to publish your services on sites like Fiverr and Upwork. A side job whose rates could increase over time, eventually earning $500 per client.
7. Participate in surveys
Another profitable extra work activity to round up your salary is to participate in surveys, expressing your opinion. There are many market research companies that are looking for people to test their products, and provide opinions in surveys for a wide variety of consumer goods. You can earn up to $500 per month with this business.
8. Become a tester
For surveys, it is good to use UserTesting and UserZoom through which it is possible to download the test software and register with a webcam during the test. Platform customers want to see how users interact with their website. Estimated earnings are $10 (€9.70) for 20 minutes of testing.
9. Mystery shoppers
Another activity - perhaps not well known to most - is to get paid while shopping. Mystery shoppers are hired by market research companies to evaluate the quality of service in various stores and restaurants. For similar businesses, check sites like Elite CXS and Market Force to find opportunities. According to ZipRecruiter, the average wage for a side job like “mystery shopping” is $23 an hour.
10. Housesitting and babysitting
While everyone knows the job of babysitter and petsitter, not everyone knows about the possibility of working as a housesitter. People who go on vacation could in fact choose to pay a house sitter to take care of the house, plants, and animals. The goal is to have a solid list of loyal and reliable customers. Housesitters can earn up to €95-100 per day; just as by being babysitter and giving lessons you can earn up to $20 per hour, while it is around $15-18 per hour for the pet sitter.
11. Selling second-hand things
At least once, everyone has sold on eBay unused gifts, collectibles that are no longer used, or old books that are no longer needed. This virtuous practice is now commonplace and could therefore turn into an non-work activity, professionally selling second-hand items for others and getting a commission. “A medical student in Rochester,” Lerner says, “was making between $5,000 and $6,000 a month selling used clothes at Poshmark.”
12. Create playlists
Every party needs a playlist. If you are a music expert you can charge paid access to your playlists, as long as they are well curated "Musicians who want to get their work out there will pay to get their songs into playlist", explains millionaire Lerner. Sites like PlaylistPush are designed to help independent artists get their music heard by Spotify Playlist curators and YouTube content creators. Curators can earn anywhere from $1 to $6 for each track review.
13. Selling own creations online
If a person is creative and able to do small jobs (favors, objects, etc.) you can think of reselling them online. An idea could be to sign up for Etsy.com, a site that brings together creators of jewelry, toys, wedding favors, and much more. Passion and secondary activity that could become one’s main job.
14. Become a proofreader
If you have an excellent understanding of grammar and punctuation, working as a proofreader could be the solution. In fact, many people write books, theses, and essays, and need someone to proofread their work to correct mistakes and fix the form of some sentences. The earning varies according to how much time is dedicated to this activity and the reading speed of the proofreader - also called proofreader.
15. Event hostess or steward
For numerous events of various kinds (from congresses, and inaugurations to charity evenings and concerts) the organizers are often looking for hostesses and stewards who will have the task of providing help and indications to the guests. The tasks are varied, from the information point to guest accreditation, from the distribution of gadgets to accompanying guests to the dining room. An occasional job that allows you to supplement your salary.
16. Rent a room
If you have a large house and you have enough space to host a stranger in the house, rent a room could be the solution to many economic problems, as it allows you to earn extra income at the end of each month. To do this it is necessary to register the lease and pay the due taxes. Based on the characteristics of the house and your needs, you could also consider opening a B&B.
17. Data entry
If you are passionate about PCs, data, and numbers, you may consider looking for work as a data entry clerk, a job you can do in your spare time. Usually, it is a question of inserting the personal and contractual data of customers, patients, or products into the appropriate computer programs.
18. Becoming a Video Reviewer
If you are a teacher, the videoreviewer is a perfect job to supplement your salary. The videoreviewer is a role covered by teachers who view the video lessons previously recorded by other colleagues, providing suggestions useful on how to improve teaching. The hourly wage, at least according to sources, is usually around $22.5.
19. Hemp Farmer
If you have a green thumb, you might consider becoming a hemp farmer. If you own a small piece of land where you can grow plants and vegetables for your family, you can think of starting this new business.
20. TV extras
Another useful job to round up your salary is certainly that of TV extras. A career that you don’t always think about but which - if carried out consistently - can increase your assets. Furthermore, it is important to know that there are at least two levels of extras: simple figurations which have no spoken lines, and special figurations with a dense script. In any case, making one single appearance can earn you $90-130.
Original article published on Money.it Italy 2023-08-27 22:21:37. Original title: Come arrotondare lo stipendio, le 20 migliori attività extra lavoro per guadagnare più soldi
