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How to Make Money with Online Skills

How to Make Money with Online Skills

I’m sharing this comprehensive guide for how to make money with online skills because I am a bestselling entrepreneur and author with about 2 million books and courses sold globally. I love to help people to become more successful.

If you have some experience with web-based platforms and a little ambition, you can make money with online skills. All those clicks, taps, and red eyes haven’t been for nothing!

You may need to learn a few new things. And even adapt your working day. But there is some good money to be made. I share about this topic in great detail with my peak performance clients. Typically online work starts out as a side hustle for most people. However, as you learn more and enjoy what you do, it can become a full-time job or burgeoning business.

Make Your Blog Work for You

Blogging is one of the oldest methods of making money using the web. Even today, it remains popular because there are so many ways you can make your blog work for you. Some are passive, such as placing ads for ad revenue. Others require some work but potentially pay much better. For example, you can get paid for writing niche-specific blog posts provided by a third party. Then again, you can place sponsored posts without lifting your proverbial finger!

Become a Virtual Assistant

Perhaps you have some skills that most people don’t, maybe from a previous job as an admin, that makes you suitable for virtual assistant roles. Being a VA is one of the most popular side hustles, which around 40% of Americans have today. Here are some skills you may need:

  • Time management is, of course, among the most vital skills for a VA online job.
  • You will need to be computer literate and familiar with commonly used apps.
  • An online presence with examples of skills and work is a major bonus for the job.
  • Proficiency in writing is a bonus, but you can also use apps like Grammarly to help.
  • Employers look for advanced knowledge of email clients, CRM, and office apps.

There are many more skills that being a VA requires, but these are some of the core ones that are expected. Of course, it will vary by employer or role, yet might pay more for more skills.

Record Online Courses

What a load of poop that those who can’t teach. This is a ridiculous saying that makes no sense. You need to be skilled enough to do something in order to teach it well. Perhaps there is something, or more than one thing, that you can do really well. Believe it or not, most people don’t go to college. So there are many people out there who will pay good money to learn something from you. You can make money from simple videos explaining a subject well.

Write eBooks and Upload to Amazon

It might be hard to believe in the TikTok age, but some people still enjoy the written word! If you don’t fancy sitting in front of a camera, then how about putting your writing skills to good use? You don’t even have to be an expert writer, as AI and Grammarly can help you format and correct mistakes. eBooks are still popular, and you can write about anything. Non-fiction and fiction, whatever you want. You can then simply upload it to Amazon for some extra income.

White Label Popular Products

A business doesn’t have to be out there in the 3D world with real people. You can create and operate an online business with a lot of success. And the best part is you don’t even need a product? Wait, what? How does that work? Have you heard of white labeling? The white label takes products made by others and packages them as your own. Popular white-label products today include Print-on-Demand services, personal hygiene products, and even SEO services.

Manage Client Sites with CMS

Having web and IT skills is a massive advantage for an online business. If you have ever built a website, then you already have a head start. Content Management Systems are simple for those who are used to them but challenging for others. You can offer your CMS services to small businesses looking to establish an online presence. Using platforms like WordPress and Wix, you can help companies maintain a blog, complete social media campaigns, and use SEO.

Make Money with Online Skills via YouTube

YouTube is an excellent way to make money. Creating a YouTube channel is a lot like blogging with many of the same requirements such as niche-focusing, scheduling and use of SEO. But you also need 4,000 watch hours and 1,00 subscribers before you can monetize your channel.

Advertising revenue

Most YouTubers make their money from ad revenue. This is the money made from the ads before and during a video. However, Short Feeds can also be monetized with advertisements.

Channel memberships

As your channel grows, you can amass a following. Loyal fans will subscribe to your channel for a monthly fee. However, they will expect more than your standard videos in return.

Shopping for products

You can sign up to the YouTube Shopping affiliate program to use your YouTube channel for business. Fans can then browse and purchase products such as merchandise and niche items.

Super chat, stickers, and thanks

Live streaming is a must for any serious channel these days. Your fans will pay money for their messages and animations to be highlighted during live streams, earning you some extra cash.

YouTube Premium revenue

You can earn money from paid YouTube subscribers. When a paying YouTube subscriber watches your content, YouTube will pay you a percentage of their monthly subscription fee.

Run Social Media Campaigns for Clients

There’s a lot you can do when you have organizational skills and a bit of web knowledge. Today, pretty much every business needs a social media business page. However, not all business owners know how to manage a campaign or even use social media in general. That’s where you come in! Much like CMS, you can put your online skills to use with social media management. Engagement, marketing, and tailored posts are some of the tasks you may have to complete.

Make TikTok Short Videos

Short-form content is hugely popular these days, especially with the younger generations, Z and Alpha. Like YouTube, TikTok offers various ways to monetize your content. TikTok shorts are an excellent way to make some extra money. Quick and informative, focusing on valuable niche content will help get you noticed. You can also use automation features in apps like Canva to create multiple videos in one session and then schedule them for release on TikTok.

Sell Digital Photographs Online

There are various types of online businesses that require specific skills. Yet you can also make money using skills from your hobbies. Photography is a hugely enjoyable hobby and one that others appreciate. Selling images online is as easy as ever. Sites like Pexels and Pixabay offer royalties for amateurs and professionals alike. Yet Shutterstock requires a higher caliber. However, with constant uploads of quality photos, you can create a successful online gallery.

Build an Affiliate Marketing Empire

Affiliate marketing is among the most popular online money-making methods. One of the reasons is that it’s relatively easy. You can use affiliate programs on your blog, but you don’t need one to do so. You can place affiliate links on forums (if allowed) and social media. It is possible to make a huge amount of money with affiliate marketing. The reason is that many programs also give you a percentage of the sales from anyone signed up via your link ID.

Use AI to Make Money with Online Skills

Of course, you have probably heard of AI (artificial intelligence) by now. AI apps today have around 200 million active users. Most are chatbots and creative tools, which are excellent for speeding up processes and creating pieces you can’t typically do. Here are some examples:

  • Most clients want human-written content, but many will accept AI-written pieces.
  • If you have coding skills, you can write and sell custom chatbots to businesses.
  • You can also create and license GPTs to businesses for specific purposes.
  • Use AI tools to create works of art, logos, and website assets for online companies.
  • Use your knowledge of AI tools to consult or create courses and eBooks.

There are many ways you can use AI to your advantage, including teaching others about the subject. This could include businesses and their employees, since AI is available in most tools.

Become a Website Tester

Just being a web user puts you in a key position. You already have skills you don’t even know. Believe it or not, there are people who have trouble using Google! But there are also advanced search engine features such as operators. If you have experience using various websites and tools, you can put your knowledge to good use as a tester. Some of the best services for web testing jobs include WebUsability and UserPeek, which offer payment for testing site features.

Summary: Online Skills To Make Money

Monetizing your blog is a popular way to make money with online skills. You can place ads, paid links, and sponsored posts on a blog. If you enjoy video editing, you could consider creating a YouTube channel. However, making money from blogs and YouTube can take some time. For something more based, you can put your web knowledge and skills to good use as a website tester. This is easy enough if you have a lot of experience using the internet and various apps.

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