5 ways to make money online, that you can start today

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5 min readJun 5, 2023

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These days everyone is talking about making money, and the top 1 percent and how they got to zero to hero, and how to do this and that and earn money money money.
well, this is frustrating but this makes sense you need to make money. and making money online has become very easy and I mean yes, easy but like everything you need to put in the work. Whether you’re a student, a freelancer, or someone seeking financial independence, I’m sure you have searched on Google or any other thing that you use for searching, that how to make money online.

well, today you gonna simply get that answer, this comprehensive guide will explore proven methods to make you money online. this method might not make you a millionaire overnight but for sure will get you started and make some extra stable income.

I will go through one by one each of these methods and explain to you how these methods work. And I will tell you where you can get started with a simple example and links to other websites.

I’m just getting started with my blog, later I’m hoping to go through some of these methods and actually try them with you guys. So make sure to follow me and share this article with others

Let’s dive in!

Note: Im gonna explain things as simply as possible, like a conversation with a friend.

Freelancing

In freelancing you basically sell your skills to people who are in need. From writing articles to designing logos and developing websites, freelancing allows you to showcase your talents and build a strong portfolio. normally you sign up to Platforms like Upwork, Freelancer, and Fiverr to connect businesses and individuals with freelancers for various services, and once you get a bit and complete a project you will get paid for your work.

For example: As a writer, you can bid on projects to create engaging content for blogs, and once you get a bid you write a blog post for them and the contractor will pay for your great work. With each successful project, you can increase your credibility and attract more clients.

Freelancing platforms

Affiliate Marketing

this is the most profitable among all, this involves promoting products or services through your online platforms and earning a commission for each sale or referral made through your unique affiliate link. In simple terms, you joining to an affiliate program such as Amazon Associates or ClickBank and you choose a product to sell, and now you promote the products on different platforms and when someone buys the product via your unique link you will get a commission.

example: imagine you run a fashion blog, you can promote clothing, accessories, or beauty products and earn a commission for each sale made through your affiliate links.

Affiliate marketing platforms

Online Trading and Investing

This is crazy. Engaging in online trading and investing allows you to participate in financial markets such as stocks, forex, or cryptocurrencies. Platforms like eToro, Robinhood, or Binance provide access to these markets. It’s important to learn about market patterns, practice with virtual accounts, and begin with tiny investments. Remember to invest wisely and diversify your portfolio to manage risks effectively.

Example: You can invest in stocks of companies you believe in or trade forex pairs based on market analysis and trends.

Trading and Investing platforms:

Dropshipping

This industry is kinda dead but I’m gonna mention it anyways. well, why do I think it’s dead? because it is too popular and now when someone sees a product from some random website they just go to Amazon and reverse search it and get it cheaper. But for sure e-com is gonna be very profitable if you have your own unique product. anyways let’s get into the research and understand…

in this the seller/you will create an online store using platforms like Shopify or WooCommerce allows you to resell products directly to customers. allows you will partner up with suppliers who handle inventory and shipping. You can promote products on your website or through social media and earn a profit on each sale without the hassle of managing inventory.

example: you want to sell toys, You can create an online store showcasing your unique designs and partner with a dropshipping supplier who will fulfill orders on your behalf When a customer purchases a toy from your store, the supplier will handle the packaging and shipping, leaving you with the profits.

Platforms to set up your dropshipping store:

Create and Sell Digital Products.

this is one of the fastest ways to earn thousands of dollars online. fastest I mean as fast as you can sell 😆.

well, seriously. in this, you create your own Digital products and list them on platforms like Etsy, Udemy, and other platforms depending on the type of digital product. You can create and sell digital products such as e-books, online courses, stock photos, music, artwork, or even software. Platforms like Udemy, Teachable, Shutterstock, Etsy, or even your own website enable you to sell these digital goods to a wide audience.

Example: these days AI is going crazy, you can create an online course on how to create AI models (if you are a tech guy) or you can create a course guiding how to use the most popular AI products and sell the course on platforms like Udemy.

Platforms to sell digital products:

I’m trying not to make this post too long so here are some other ways in which you can research later.

  • App or Website Development
  • Social Media Management
  • Online Tutoring
  • Online Surveys and Microtasks
  • Content Creation

Conclusion

well, as we have seen the internet provides numerous opportunities for young people to make money online. Whether it’s freelancing, tutoring, affiliate marketing, content creation, or online trading, there is a method that suits your skills and interests. but it’s mostly not about knowing how to do it, it’s about y doing it. even if you know it doesn’t matter are you doing it??

Are you trying? this is the question you should as yourself.

I hope you will put the effort in, and get started with this method of making money online. And I also hope that you will keep connected with me by following me on Medium. So make sure you follow…

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