We are certainly living in troubled times and if you have lost your job, or are expecting to be made redundant, you might be frantically thinking about how to make a living. Fortunately, the World Wide Web offers many money-making possibilities and, in this article, we outline a few.
1. E-Commerce
There are many Australian people who make a nice living selling products online, yet it is far from certain that you will be successful. You need to choose the right product line, present your e-store in a professional way and invest in digital marketing, all the while making sure that your logistics are on point. Like most things, the level of planning has an impact on the outcome; create an awesome business plan and take it from there.
2. Find a local franchise
There are some great kids franchises for sale when you look online; of course, you have the comprehensive support of the parent company, which virtually guarantees success. Swimming is enjoying a comeback and with the right franchiser, you can set up a business that already has a great reputation, plus you have the satisfaction of knowing you are equipping people to deal with emergency water situations.
3. Set up a brokerage
The principle is simple; put a buyer in touch with a seller and if you have expertise in a certain field, why not use your knowledge to set up a brokerage? One example would be to start a Facebook group for people selling used cars and after a while, set up your own website as a platform for buyers and sellers, taking a small commission from each sale, while the service is free to buyers.
4. Blogging
If you have a writing talent, you can make money blogging; simply Google ‘web content agencies’ and a list of links will take you to top web content providers, all of which are looking for good writers. Blogging is one aspect of digital marketing and there is always a demand for competent bloggers’ as you get better, you can command higher rates and you would be paid through PayPal.
You can also start your own blog and benefit from affiliate marketing as well as referral programs. This will allow you to be in change on how, and when you generate income. For example, you can check out the app Honeygain, which offers a really good referral program where you receive a percentage from each referral you bring. All you have to do is encourage your readers to sign up on Honeygain using your code.
5. Teaching English
If you are a native English speaker, there is a huge online demand for English teachers to teach Chinese students and with a little training, you can become a competent online language teacher. The agency would offer resource support and, of course, they would provide your students; make sure to read the small print when agreeing to employment, for obvious reasons. All you need is a laptop with a webcam and mic, plus a stable Internet connection and if you prepare a corner with a whiteboard, you are good to go.
Many people now work from home and more are looking for independent sources of income using the Internet; check out the government website for those looking to set up a new business, which will help you prepare. This is the first time we have been able to work from any location, which brings with it a level of freedom and independence.
