There’s no shortage of get-rich-quick schemes, but if you look closely enough, legitimate avenues do exist. Digital nomads capitalise on freelance opportunities, marketers optimize their online campaigns and entrepreneurs build their empires from their living rooms.
If you have a knack for writing, blogging or creating websites can be a great way to monetize your skills. Sign up for Google Adsense, which will allot ads to your website based on the content and visitors. The more you blog, the more you’ll earn.
For a hands-on opportunity that doesn’t require much training, consider offering home maintenance services. You can earn extra cash by helping people assemble Ikea furniture or mount TVs, or even offer house cleaning. Sites like TaskRabbit connect “Tasters” with customers who need help around the house, and you’re in control of your own rates and tips.
You can also make money by giving private piano or guitar lessons. If you’re good at a particular sport, parents will pay to train their children in power skating or dribbling in soccer. And if you can’t find a job, you can still earn by volunteering at local events and community groups.
Employers can bolster their competitive edge by leveraging the skills and talents of people with disabilities. EARN’s EO 14035 “Info Center” provides information and resources to assist federal agencies with meeting their responsibilities and advancing disability inclusion within their workforces. earn