Video Mark Tilbury explaining how students can start an online side hustle and make up to make up to $300/day as a student easy!

1.Freelancing Online

What it is:
Selling your skills online—writing, graphic design, video editing, web development, translation, etc. Popular platforms: Upwork, Fiverr, Freelancer, Toptal.

How to start:

• Build a simple portfolio (even class projects can count).

• Create an account on freelancing platforms.

• Start with low-cost jobs to build ratings, then increase your rates.

Earning potential:

• Beginner: $5–$25/hour.

• Intermediate: $25–$75/hour.

• Monthly: $100–$1,500+ depending on skills and hours.

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2. Retail and E-commerce

What it is:
Selling products online via Amazon, Etsy, eBay, or Shopify. This includes:

• Dropshipping: Selling products without holding inventory.

• Thrift flipping: Reselling secondhand finds at higher prices.

• Handmade goods: Crafts, jewelry, custom items.

How to start:

• Choose a product/niche.

• Set up an online store or use marketplaces.

• Promote via social media or SEO.

Earning potential:

• Beginner: $100–$500/month.

• Experienced sellers: $1,000–$5,000+/month.

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3. Creativity & Artistic Hustles

What it is:
Make money from art, music, writing, content creation:

• Commissions (e.g., drawing portraits)

• Print-on-demand (Redbubble, Teespring)

• YouTube or TikTok monetization

• Self-publishing (ebooks, photography, music)

How to start:

• Share your work on social media or art platforms (e.g., Behance, DeviantArt).

• Offer custom services or digital downloads.

• Use affiliate marketing or ad revenue for content.

Earning potential:

• Beginner: $50–$300/month.

• Growing audience: $500–$2,000+/month.

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4. Health and Wellness

What it is:
Monetizing fitness, nutrition, or mental wellness knowledge:

• Personal training (in-person or online)

• Teaching yoga or meditation

• Selling workout guides or wellness plans

• TikTok/Instagram fitness accounts

How to start:

• Get certified (optional but helps—ACE, NASM, etc.).

• Promote services locally or via social media.

• Offer group or one-on-one sessions.

Earning potential:

• $20–$60/hour or package-based.

• $100–$1,000+/month.

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5. Miscellaneous Hustles (Local & Online)

What it is:
Flexible, often small but easy-to-start income sources:

• Online surveys (Swagbucks, Prolific)

• Selling notes/study guides

• Language tutoring (Preply, Cambly)

• Microtasks (Amazon MTurk, Clickworker)

How to start:

• Sign up for platforms that offer these gigs.

• Choose based on time availability and interest.

Earning potential:

• Usually low: $1–$10/hour.

• $50–$500/month (can be more for tutoring).

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6. Local/Offline Hustles

What it is:
In-person, flexible work you can do near campus:

• Babysitting

• Dog walking or pet sitting

• Lawn mowing, snow removal

• Event staffing

How to start:

• Use apps like Rover, Care.com, Nextdoor.

• Post flyers or advertise in student groups.

Earning potential:

• $15–$50/hour depending on task and area.

• $100–$1,000+/month.

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7. Gaming and Technology

What it is:
Monetizing gaming and tech skills:

• Streaming (Twitch, YouTube)

• Esports tournaments

• Game testing

• Coding apps or software

• Selling digital assets or mods

How to start:

• Build a consistent stream or YouTube channel.

• Create and sell templates or small apps.

• Look for paid game testing gigs.

Earning potential:

• $0–$100/month early on.

• Up to $1,000+/month with audience or successful app.

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8. Service and Gig Apps

What it is:
On-demand gigs from platforms:

• Uber, Lyft, DoorDash, Instacart

• TaskRabbit, Handy

• Freelance handyman, errand running

How to start:

• Sign up with required documentation (e.g., ID, background check).

• Choose hours and areas.

Earning potential:

• $15–$30/hour.

• $200–$1,500+/month depending on time and location.

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9. Financial Investment

What it is:
Using money to make money through:

• Stock market (via apps like Robinhood, Fidelity)

• Real estate crowdfunding (Fundrise)

• Crypto (high risk!)

• Dividend stocks (for passive income)

How to start:

• Open a brokerage account.

• Invest consistently (even $5/week adds up).

• Learn through free courses (Investopedia, YouTube).

Earning potential:

• Long-term: 5–10% annual returns.

• $20–$500+/month (if investing significant amounts).

• Risk of loss, so don’t invest money you need short-term.

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