Money Making Ideas
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Introduction
When you are short on cash, look for ways
to make money.
No matter what, always avoid debt!
It’s a lot easier to make some extra
money than most people think.
In this presentation we provide you
several different money making ideas
No matter what your unique skills and
circumstances, you will find something for
sure!
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Introduction (Cont.)
This presentation focuses on providing you
an overview of several ideas
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Idea #1: Freelancing
This is one of the money making ideas
where you can get started right now,
literally!
It offers great flexibility both in terms
of time and the amount of work you take
on
on.
Thanks to the Internet, you can explore
fields,
freelancing in many different fields the
most popular ones being writing, web
design, illustrator, accountant, etc.
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Idea #1: Freelancing (Co )
Freelancing is similar to a regular job in
that you are required to have basic
knowledge of the job in which you plan to
work.
work
You can’t show up to work at an
haven t
accounting firm if you haven’t passed a
college mathematics course.
can’t
Similarly you can t be a freelance writer if
Similarly,
you can’t string words together to make a
sentence people will comprehend.
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Idea #2: ebay
It started originally as an auction site
Now it is the worlds biggest virtual
garage sale, a 24/7/365 shopping mall
selling everything from trinkets to
expensive one-of-a-kind collectibles, and
non-stop
of course non stop auction — all rolled in
one.
it,
With so many people cashing in on it this
may be one of the money making ideas
that will work for you too.
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Idea #2: ebay (Cont.)
Some people think that in order to sell
anything on eBay they have to have
experience in advertising or marketing or
business.
running a retail business
That isn’t the case. In order to sell on
eBay,
eBay you have to know how to read,read
have the ability to form words into
understandable sentences, and know how
to enter information into the appropriate
box.
Yeah, it really is that easy.
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Idea #3: Blogging
Blogging has got a lot of lip service over
the past few years, probably because of
the sheer number of bloggers out there.
But to be honest, this is one of the
hardest money making ideas to
implement.
implement
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Idea #3: Blogging (Cont.)
Before we get to the juicy bits, a short
explanation is required. The word ‘blog’ is
a slang term for two different words, ‘web’
‘log’.
and ‘log’
A web log is an online journal meant to
person s thoughts, ideas, rants
keep a person’s thoughts ideas rants,
and opinions in a place where everyone
who s
who’s interested can read and enjoy.
Blogging has been around for years, and
with the growing p p
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g popularity it doesn’t look
to be going anywhere but up.
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I love the idea of writing and selling
eBooks
It is one of the money making ideas with
the most potential for generating a
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passive iincome.
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Idea #4: e oo s (Cont.)
You need to put in some effort upfront (or
spend money to outsource), to write and
promote.
But once the ball starts rolling, you need
t do less and less, while you earn more
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and more.
What’s not to like about that? Check out
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more information below
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Idea #4: e oo s (Cont.)
If you want to make money writing and
selling eBooks, you need to know how to
write.
Obviously, you cannot write an eBook that
people will want to buy if you cannot
string two sentences together in a way
that people can understand.
forte don’t fret,
If writing is not your forte, don t fret
there are people on freelance websites
who would be more than willing to write
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an eBook for you for a fee.
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Idea #5: S oc Photography
Have you noticed the nice pictures on all
the articles in this blog? And the images
on the other successful blogs?
These are not free images from flickr — I
b t you can tell from how professional
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they are.
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Idea #5: Stock Photography (Cont.)
And every time I buy for one of these
images, a photographer out there is
making some money. Are you handy with
the camera?
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If yes, it could be you that is getting paid,
if you opted for this money making idea!
more…
Read on for more
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Idea #5: Stock Photography (Cont.)
So, what will you need to begin?
A high-quality digital camera. Even though
you could use a basic “point-and-shoot”
model, it is not recommended since these
are more likely to produce photographic
noise,
“noise ” meaning colored pixels appearing
where they should not.
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Idea #5: Stock Photography (Cont.)
Stock photo agencies look closely for
noise. To take pictures that sell, you’ll
need, at minimum, a 5 megapixel camera;
resolution, better
the higher the resolution the better.
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A digital SLR model with changeable
lenses is ideal.
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Idea #5: Stock Photography (Cont.)
Photo-editing software, such as Photoshop
or NeatImage. You’ll need this to edit out
the blemishes, and other less-than-
photo.
desirable parts of a photo
A computer. You’ll use a computer to
download your photos from your camera
for storage, to edit them, and to upload
them to the stock agency.
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Idea #5: Stock Photography (Cont.)
Model Release Form. No stock agency will
accept photos of people unless they have
signed a model release form.
Since photos with people sell better than
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those without, you’ll want to photographh
plenty of them. Follow the instructions on
company s exactly.
your company’s website exactly
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Idea #6: Modeling
Modeling has got to be one of the most
glamorous money making ideas we cover.
If you have what it takes, not only is it a
nice way to earn some extra money, but
can do wonders to your self confidence
image.
and personal image
Check out the articles in this section to
takes
see if you have what it takes, and how to
get started on a shoe string budget.
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Idea #6: Modeling (Cont.)
Before you begin modeling, you need to
build up your portfolio. Your first task will
be to arrange a photo shoot. Your photos
will be the best way to display your best
to clients that are hiring.
headshot.
Have a few body shots and one headshot
Once your photos are in, choose your
favorite photos from the session and print
a few 8×10 photos. You may also choose
a page with several poses printed on it.
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Idea #6: Modeling (Cont.)
Each small photo will display your picture
in a variety of poses and outfits. Some
agencies will request that you leave
photos with them when you inquire about
a modeling position.
You want these photos done by a
professional. You can print your resume
on the back of the photos in order to
promote yourself better.
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Idea #7: Virtual Assistant
If you have experience
with administrative work, but are looking
for a more flexible schedule than going to
day,
an office every day then this may be one
of the money making ideas meant for you.
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Idea #7: Virtual Assistant (Co )
Even if you don’t have a huge amount of
experience, if you have the required skills,
you can get started quite easily. Thanks to
Internet
the Internet, virtual assisting is gaining
more popular by the day.
What you start now as a side income may
well be your full-time income some day!
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Idea #7: Virtual Assistant (Co )
To become a virtual assistant, at the least
the following requirements should be met
Be skilled in providing services in a
professional and timely manner
Have the ability to work remotely (i.e.,
h dI t t ti
have a good Internet connection, access
to phone and fax connection)
English
Be fluent in English, and have the ability
to communicate effectively via emails or
on the phone
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Idea #8: Niche S es
Doesn’t it seem like there is a website for
everything you ever needed?
From information about dog walking to
reviews of the latest baby stroller models,
there are sites to cater to your every
fancy.
whim and fancy
Did you ever wonder who owns all these
sites?
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Idea #8: Niche S es (Co )
With a little bit of know-how, it could be
you!
Just find a profitable niche and build a site
around it and see why this is one of the
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money making id th t h t d th
ideas that has captured the
fancy of so many people interested in
online.
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Idea #8: Niche S es (Co )
First, you’ll need to decide on a business
strategy. There are two common routes to
niche marketing.
Some prefer to go for depth, building a
content-heavy site which attracts repeat
visitors.
visitors These sites require you to add
content on a regular basis to build your
following.
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Idea #8: Niche S es (Co )
You’ll be able to boost your Google
ranking through backlinks, and your
income will come from pay-per-click ads
affiliates
and affiliates, but you may also get more
lucrative lead-generator deals and product
sales.
sales
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Idea #9: Mystery Shopping
This one is one of the most intriguing
money making ideas on our list.
Everyone is fascinated by the idea of
making money to shop! Yes, it is possible.
But like with most other ideas we discuss,
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you need to know how to separate the
what from the chaff. Read on to figure out
if this is something that might work for
you…
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Idea #9: Mystery Shopping (Co )
If you really want to become a mystery
shopper, you’ll find these qualities
advantageous as you build your reputation
The ability to manage your time, money,
and records effectively
The bilit to it l ti ll
Th ability t write clear, grammatically
correct reports, using correct spelling.
The ambition necessary to seek out
shopping assignments, rather than waiting
for them to come to you
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Idea #9: Mystery Shopping (Co )
A good memory; you can’t take notes
during a mystery shopping trip
A credit card; although you can usually
pay for your purchases with cash or
check, some (particularly those in higher-
expensive.
paying jobs) may be expensive As you
may have to wait a couple of weeks for
your company to reimburse you, a credit
card could prove useful.
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A computer, or easy access to one
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Idea #10: Private Lessons
If you are good at something, then one of
the most straight-forward ways to make
money from it is to teach others that are
offer.
interested in what you have to offer
Find out how you can make the most from
the simplest of the money making ideas
that we cover.
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Idea #10: Private Lessons (Cont.)
In order to determine if offering private
lessons is one of the money making ideas
that works for you, you need to ask
yourself three simple questions
Are you really good at something?
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Can you teach it in a way people will be
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excited to learn?
Are there people interested in learning it?
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Idea #11: Flipping Websites
You’ve heard of flipping real estate. But
what is this flipping websites, you ask?
It is one of the money making ideas that
some of the folks in the “Internet
generation” are into.
The basics f the i th
Th b i of th process is the same –
except instead of real estate, you buy a
(website)
virtual estate (website), jazz it up and sell
it for a profit (hopefully).
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Idea #11: Flipping Websites (Co )
And just as real-estate flipping is rife with
huge gotchas, so is the business of
flipping websites.
Yet, if you are thrill seeker with only very
little t t it l thi b
littl start up capital, this one may be
perfect for you.
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Idea #11: Flipping Websites (Co )
You can enter the world of website flipping
via one of two doors.
The first, most expensive, is to go out and
purchase under-performing properties on
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sites like Flippa.com. If you have a good
eye, you may be able to find a deal.
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Idea #11: Flipping Websites (Co )
However, as site flipping becomes more
popular, people are less likely to
undervalue their work.
It’s not unusual for sites to be listed at
10x their
10 th i average monthly i just
thl income, j t as
a bricks-and-mortar business might be.
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Idea #12: Se g Crafts and
Can you whip up creative masterpieces
without batting an eyelid, but shiver at the
mere thought of marketing it? We’ve got
covered.
you covered
In this section we will show you how you
can make money by selling your crafts
and art, so you can turn your talents and
hobbies into brilliant money making ideas.
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Idea #12: Selling C a s a d Art (Co )
The crafting world is so varied, it’s
impossible to provide one solid start-up
figure. Yours will depend upon your
cost–less knitter,
materials cost less for the knitter more
for the metal smith, for example.
Other than materials, your primary cost
venue.
will be for your online venue
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Conclusion
When you are in a tight money situation,
always look for ideas to make more
money instead
Even though it may seem at first that you
just can’t earn a penny more, you may be
surprised and how much you can actually
make
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