There are many creative ways to make money. We took a look at some options to help boost your finances.
If you are a creative person, there are many ways you could put that creativity to good use. Or use your special skillset and area of expertise. The wonderful thing about ebooks is there is little if any financial risk, apart from using up your time. The Amazon upload process is free, and there is no physical product.
The rise of the internet has allowed people to make a living from their creativity. And of course. Etsy is a prime example of people setting up online marketplaces, rather than having to stand in the rain and cold all day trying to sell stuff! The options are endless too, and those that find the most success earn a full living from their creations.
There are a lot of these around. Be aware, it may not pay well, and there is a lot of time spent with little reward often, but it all adds up, and can make a difference. Some surveys pay in kind, with vouchers and tokens, so be aware of what the rewards are. Focus groups are harder to find, but participating in proper market research will pay much better.
If your property contains any empty space, you can make money out of it. There are set sites you can join to make the process seamless for any of your needs. If you live near a popular public transport station, you can make a pretty penny renting out a driveway or garage.
Many offer such a service for free, but you can make good money walking a dog or ten for busy households. My friend charges £15 an hour, and if walking multiple dogs at the same time, this can add up to a lot of money.
It seems the whole world is doing podcast, so there is plenty of competition. But do not despair, as there is still room for anyone to succeed. Find your passion, and a gap in the market. Be professional, get guests, and sort out the competition so that it sounds like you are in a studio. The more listeners you attract, the greater likelihood a company may wish to pay for sponsorship.
There are millions that require such services, be it a CV writing service, copy writing for a website or simply to correct their own copy and offer advice. Companies will pay good money for a professional in any of these areas. Word of mouth will help your business grow.
Everyone loves a good photograph, and they can be very valuable. you have nothing to lose by submitting your photos to sites that will pay for good ones. Many pay according to how many times users download said images.
It is increasingly expensive to travel anywhere nowadays, so share and reduce the costs. Or actually make money out of it by offering your services to those who cannot get from one place to another easily.