Looking for a job? I found you a side hustle that works- Make easy money!

This is How you can Make Money Online in the new year of 2025?  

You have now Discovered 15 effective ways to make money online with these honest and proven side hustle ideas... Let's not forget REALISTIC ONES!  I have ten more jobs to tell you about but I will post them at a later time. For now these 15 should help! Now let's get you employed with a side hustle.

Dec. 24. 2024

written by: A. Lancaster & Junius champagne 

Have you been looking for a side hustle? Are you broke and tired of your circumstances?so have you thought about working on line?Do you have a new business idea? Or just looking for extra income in 2025?

When you know what you're doing, making money online is pretty straightforward and to the point. There's no tricks to the trade. You literally can do it full-time or even part-time, right from the comfort of your house.

Can I make money online?

"The simple answer is hell Yes, you can make money with an online side hustle."

According to my investigation on the  2024 Side Hustle Nation survey- people having online businesses, such as podcasting, online courses, social media, blogging ,YouTube channel, newsletters, and affiliate marketing, has been a huge source of income for many people. You can even run an e-commerce business, including selling on Amazon, eBay, or Etsy; as well as setting up your own online store, are the most popular side hustles... You may doubt them but they have been proven to work.

As I digger further into investigating side hustles- Bankrate.com wrote in an article in 2023 that 39% of working Americans report having a side hustle. This day and age with inflation on monthly bills, gas, and food- most people need a side hustle. The average person makes about $820 a month from that extra work. Which ain't too bad for a legal side hustle, But before you get too happy about it Only 15% of side hustlers make more than $1,000 a month. At least that's what surveys and studies say. (wink-wink)

Can making money online be fast???

Let's just stop thinking about getting rich quick! It is important for you to stay the hell away from get-rich-quick schemes. For example, there are some people who may recommend online business ideas that claim you can make money from home overnight. That is normally not true unless your doing something illegal, but stick around and continue reading and I'll tell you how to get some extra money in your pockets.

Even though there are lots of ways to earn money online, you need to keep smart about the games people play by promising that you can make a five-hundred-thousand dollars in just in just a few days. That's scam city blues...  Instead, it is important to focus on legitimate ways to make money because the money will keep coming once you find where you thrive.

Focus on what you are already good at. You have talents that a lot of other people would love to have, and you need to lean on them. Trust me you have talents, so stop thinking you don't.

As we already mentioned above, there are various opportunities for you to make money online. Just keep Reading to discover 25 side hustles for you to think about. 

1.)  Dig around and find freelance work:

Freelance work is when you work for yourself, and complete projects or errands on a contract by contract basis. Even if you take on a contract to work for a company, you are still self-employed when you are a freelancer. And there are plenty of freelance jobs online. In fact, there are plenty of freelance websites that list jobs.... So pull out your laptop or phone & get busy investigating.

Be sure to check out upwork They are the world's largest freelance marketplace with freelancers and clients in about 180 countries world wide. In 2023, Upwork freelancers completed jobs for almost a million clients. These businesses spent $4.1 billion on Upwork. Can you say wowww!

Upwork is popular because they offer a large volume of remote freelance jobs in more than 125 categories. You'll see listings for freelancers as web designers, project managers, writers, translators, digital marketers, graphic designers, and many other specialties. They didnt just stop there..

 flex jobs and solid gigs are also excellent sites for freelancers who are looking for work. In general, you will not have to worry about any scam jobs at FlexJobs. They do their research on the jobs very well, and they monitor everything very closely. You can find many jobs in your niche on flex jobs.

Time is always money, even for a freelancer. If you need work fast, check out SolidGigs. They filter out all the jobs fast and then send you the best ones, thereby vetting the opportunities for you. With SolidGigs, you won't waste time scrolling through dozens of jobs listed.

2.) Start a YouTube channel

There are many ways to make money online with a YouTube channel. The most popular way is to add AdSense ads to your videos. Every time someone clicks on your ad, you make money. Booom!🤑

You can also promote products in your videos on YouTube by wearing or using certain products in your videos. Add a link to your online store to get people to visit your online store and buy your items or contract with third-party companies to promote their products. Just make sure you have a compelling offer for your viewers. People like what they like... So use your gift of gab without manipulating them. Building trust is essential.

You can also make money on your YouTube channel by creating sponsored content. This way, you can make a profit by endorsing branded products or creating content marketing videos. All of them work. Try mixing it up. Just know with YouTube you'll need to get thousands of views a day but you can do it.. plans with strategy work!

3.) Start a dropshipping business (this is one of the most popular things to do.)

Dropshipping can be a very simple and profitable business. You don't have to pay for storing your inventory; instead, you act as the go-between. Find suppliers online who will sell you products wholesale, then mark it up and earn a profit for yourself.

From computers and clothing to jewelry and health food, there are thousands of suppliers who can provide you with your inventory. When you do this, you will need to have your own website and/or online store of your own to market and sell the products. The best website for this is webador. Com no coding needed, and it's very easy to navigate and it comes with a store if you get business or pro subscription.

Making your site visible in search engines through content marketing and SEO will be key to your success.

4. Take online surveys

Believe it or not, you can make money online by taking surveys. There are online survey websites where you can take a survey in your spare time and earn yourself some gift cards or cash. Just keep in mind that some paid survey sites are better than others. So look into them all.

Branded surveys are one way to earn money online. They're also a favorite of many. They offer a signup bonus, competitions, a loyalty program, and competitive payouts. You can earn up to $5 of extra cash for each survey you complete.

Just remember all surveys have different methods of compensation as well. Some survey programs will offer you a bonus just for signing up. Other survey programs will deposit cash into an online account for you. Some surveys will provide you with loyalty points that you can cash out for a gift card to a favorite store or restaurant. Which is a whole vibe of its own.

Remember that you will not necessarily be eligible for every survey you see. It would be best if you thought about what survey programs are best for your background. That way, you can maximize the money you make per survey. Because you can do a survey and not get much from it because they where not looking for a person with your background. So only pick surveys that match your background- don't pick them because of the amount of money they offer. You will  just be pissed at the fact that you took a five minute survey and got nothing.

5. Create a blog:

Blogs are a popular money-making tool because they're easy to create and offer many routes to make money online. If you have some knowledge on a subject, you could create an online course and sell your expertise to people who come to your blog.

If you specialize in a particular topic, You could sell digital products related to that topic—like guides, templates, ebooks, and more—to people that visit your blog.

If you don't have your own goods to sell, you could become an affiliate marketer. Affiliate marketing is a way to earn money online by promoting other people's goods on your site.

Whenever someone clicks on the link, you receive a commission from the sponsoring company. There are plenty of affiliate networks that have an extensive list of companies for you to join and become an affiliate marketer.

Another way to make money with your blog is to put AdSense ads on it. Every time someone clicks the ad, you make money. It can be a great way to earn quick income.

6.) Write and publish an ebook:

If you any type of knowledge on any specific topic, you can always write and publish an ebook to make money online. Just be sure to write about a topic that is relevant to your blog. This will increase your chances of making a sale, since your audience comes to your blog because of your topic or niche. You can also develop a newsletter list and email potential buyers about your ebook- then they know about you. Then if course post to social media.

7.) you can develop an app:

If you develop an app, you can help put a brand right on the home screen of its audience's mobile devices. This way, they can enjoy gamification, dedicated communities, and interactive content. App developers are in-demand, so developing your own app or working for a company in need can be a great way to earn extra money and there are app developer courses and no coding app makers.

8.) Be a virtual tutor:

Tutors are always in-demand. Whether you are a teacher, or someone with specific knowledge, you can help learners improve their grades and prepare for exams. Just keep in mind that you should have the teaching experience and a subject-specific certification. This will help create credibility for both parents and students. Don't just go trying to tutor people all willy-nilly.

Do some research, so you will understand your audience. From your skills, pick topics that you will feel confident teaching so that you honestly know what your doing. Having specialization certification or a degree will give you a higher advantage in securing the job.

9. Become a social media influencer:

Influences are people who help persuade potential buyers of a product or service by promoting or recommending the items on social media or YouTube.

If that appeals to you, start thinking about what your niche could be. Maybe you're interested in fashion or travel. Maybe you've got a lot of say about tech or fitness gear. Consider your strengths, and pick a niche that allows you to showcase those strengths, and make money off what you know.

Once you pick your niche, it is time to market to an audience. You can do this with a blog or on social media platforms. Once you start building your audience, you can start selling to them and creating viral videos for your customers. If you become popular, you might get the opportunity to represent specific brands and make money by promoting their products. That's a large lump sum of money... Not pennies.

10. Try building websites:

Today, every business needs its own website. There is a huge market for web designers, and these days, you don't even need to know how to code in order to build a site.

Find a service where- you can easily build a website that looks sleek and professional. If you're building a website from scratch, you can even buy yourself a domain that aligns with a particular topic or business. You can create your very own web development business with few startup costs to help you earn a little extra money on the side or as a full-time gig. It's your choice.

11. Start investing

Even though you can certainly take a look at alternative investment strategies, such as real estate and cryptocurrency, don't forget about the traditional stock market. There are a lot of people who feel like they cannot invest in the stock market because they don't have enough money to do so.

The good news is that there typically is no minimum balance to get started in the stock market. There are plenty of brokerage platforms out there, so you may want to take a look at a successful youtube channel that will explain the differences between them. That way, you can select the best option to meet your needs, so you can get that money.

Remember that you do need to be careful when you invest in the stock market. It is difficult to predict whether the market will go up or down, and anyone who promises that they know what the market is going to do does not have your best interests at heart. You've ran past another scam city blues!😂

That is why you may want to take a few classes, watch a few videos, or read a few books about the stock market. Diversifying your investments is always a good thing, and you may want to consider investing in an industry that you know well. There are a lot of learning resources out there.

12. Sell your art and photography:

Another option is to sell your art and photography. If you are a creative person, you may want to consider selling your creative products to start making money online. There are many options like eyem.com

For example, if you love taking pictures of animals, you might be able to sell them online. Or, if you like taking pictures of people, you may want to get hired as a photographer... Use any and all of your talents wisely!

You should try to take advantage of different social media marketing strategies that can help you get your name out there. That way, more people will learn about your art and photography, and they will be interested in the services you provide. This day and age social media is the leading force in blowing up! Take advantage of it.

Keep in mind that art comes in many shapes and forms. You might be skilled with a paintbrush, or you might be skilled with a computer. Digital artwork has become very, very popular in the last few years, so you might want to use your skills with the computer to produce digital artwork for other people. That shit sells!

With so many people interested in starting an online business or their own online store, you might even be able to produce artwork and photography that can double as a logo for a new company. Do not forget to ask your customers to leave reviews that can help you expand your online presence. That way, you can generate more business for yourself.

13. Become an online translator or interpreter

Another way to make money online is through translating. Do you speak a second language? If so, you might be surprised at just how much money someone might pay you for your services. It's really a booming business as an afro Brazilian man I speak Portuguese and I do make money from time to time translating. 

Today, we live in a world that is more global than ever before. If you are able to speak a second language, you will immediately become more marketable just about everywhere. There are different types of translation projects you can work on. So look into it.

14.) You can sell your old clothes:

You might be interested in starting an online e-commerce business or your own online store. There are plenty of options available, so consider selling your old clothes to make money online.

There are plenty of stores that would happily list your clothes for a small fee. Generally, these online programs take a percentage of your every sale. Keep this in mind when you are figuring out how to price your clothes. So you get a correct figure..

Just take a look in your closet, there is a very good chance that there are clothes in there that you have not worn for more than a year or longer. You may want to pull out all of the clothes in your closet and divide them into different piles.

One pile might be for clothes that you want to keep, and the other pile might be for clothes you want to donate. Finally, you should have a third pile of clothes that you want to sell to earn money. Make sure you take good pictures and pair your clothes with attractive product descriptions! In my family my mom Mrs. Little is a fashionista.. let's see if we can talk her into selling all those clothes she doesn't wear..

15. Try Creating a podcast:

Finally, you may want to think about creating a podcast to make money online. Podcasts have become more popular today than they ever were in the past. Lots of people enjoyed listening to podcasts because they can listen to them from just about anywhere. You don't even have to do visual ones. Just talk into the mic. You don't even need studio equipment. Do it from your phone and get Spotify creators app.

Some people like listening to them in the car because they can listen to a podcast instead of commercials on the radio. Other people like to listen to a podcast as they cook dinner or do laundry. Podcast are a great way to increase income, and can be very fun to talk about what you know, or what interest you. live happier or die trying for more interesting post.

You need to think about what you know best. Then, try to start a podcast about it. For example, if you understand how to start a business, you may want to create a podcast about it. Or, if you love cooking, you may want to create a podcast that discusses different recipes. If your a comedian or you want to talk about movies or gaming- you can do any of it and there's an audience for it! Doing a podcast can be fun and interesting... Hopefully we've helped you on your journey to employment or a good side hustle. Come back to 

Here are some ideas for investment.. check them out and see if they fit you... You can also visit "10 Best Investments in 2024" www.bankrate.com