Sometimes, the Internet can be a very bad idea reputation as a place to waste time with games and posting cat pictures. But the essence of the Internet is the incredible ability to make connections with almost any person, grotup, organization or business across the street or around the world. And with that ability is incredible money making opportunities.
In its most basic form, a job or a business depends playing someone who has something to offer as a skill or product, someone willing to pay for it, as an employer or client. Not long ago, most of us were limited to making those connections only in the areas in which we have lived or with people we know.
Now, the Internet is a serious job seekers blessing. You no longer have to hunt for local jobs in the classifieds or scout around for signs "Help Wanted" ads posted in windows.
With a few clicks, you can see hundreds or thousands of jobs across the country in each specialty area. Not only that, there are some jobs that can be done entirely online from the comfort of your home, either as a full-time gig or simply as an additional source of income.Of course, the Internet brings some own problems. You have to be careful with people trying to scam you for money or information in exchange for "get rich quick" dream job.
That is why I will tell you about some legitimate ways to make money online, and where you can get started without being scammed.
1. Freelancing
Whether to write, draw, edit any other time-off project or video, everyone can always use a freelancer. There are a number of websites where freelancers of all shapes and sizes meet companies that need them most. Depending on what you've done in the past, your skill set may vary. Many writers find freelance opportunities especially online. Graphic designers, programmers and other skilled workers can find opportunities too.Here are some websites where you can post your information. An important thing to consider when working through freelance third party websites is the fact that the company usually does not allow use of your full name.
Web sites make their money by connecting businesses with freelancers and taking a cut of payment for their services. Click each link to see a description of what the site and how it can be used.
- ODesk: A website for all application where freelancers freelance writing profiles, apply for concerts and may establish regular relations with vendors.
- WriterAccess: One of the many websites writer-focused work independently. Freelancers take a test and receive a grade. Customers can set up specific projects that only specific ratings.
- Elanc: One of the largest online freelance websites. You'll find the largest number of jobs here, but it is also treated with tougher competition. If you have a niche and credentials, Elance might be a place to develop a relationship with a company.
- LiveOps: Work from home as telemarketer or support person. You do not have to sit in an office when sold through the phone, you can do it from your own phone.
- ListVerse: A site that pays $ 100 for any written list online. Expect impact images, value and social media.
There are many other great opportunities out there to score some freelance work. Craigslist offers local jobs and job sites like Indeed.com may also have some great opportunities for you.
2. Turn your hobbies into cash
Have a knack for photography? What about drawing? If you have only images or homemade products, there are an online market out there for you if you know where to look. Two large photo sites to check out are Imagekind or FineArtAmerica. Both make it easy to upload your work and start earning money.Imagekind allows you to configure three galleries for free. If you need more than that, you can upgrade to a Pro or Platinum account for a fee. This site is great because it does a lot of work, including printing and framing pictures. The site charges clients a basic amount for each print, and then you get to mark your work and keep the profits.
FineArtAmerica works the same way, but you can sell your original artwork 100% without commission. It also offers prints, frames and other accessory options for an additional fee. If you have a premium account, also make a 5% commission every time someone buys a framework printing.
And if you take a lot of high quality images of everyday items and places use, check out photography sites like iStockphoto and Shutterstock. These sites sell their images to advertisers and companies for you. The salary can vary, but you can expect to earn 15-60% of the sale.
If you're not a photographer, but have other hobbies like knitting or crafting, you can sell your products on sites like Etsy or ArtFire. At Etsy, you can sell handmade items or vintage 20 cents per ad, plus a cut of 3.5% of the sale price. ArtFire is a better choice if you plan on selling a lot of items. The first month is free and then it's only $ 12 a month to keep her shop going without sales charges.
3. Search Engine Evaluation
Evaluation of search engines is an industry poorly understood. That's all because most companies looking engine work evaluators require strict confidentiality. Evaluators search engines work search for specific products and report what they find. It is basically a way for companies to get a better idea of how well the search function to your website is working. Something like a secret shopper, except online.Someone (I will not say who) told me that you can make about $ 10- $ 14 per hour running past searches and report the results. It is very likely that you will have to agree a non-disclosure agreement that basically says that you will not tell anyone you're working with.
Do not get evaluator concert search engine directly through the company that wants to be evaluated. Instead, you have to go through third-party organizations that have their own systems-house testing and acceptance.
A trustworthy place to get evaluator job search engine is Leapforce. The website allows you to work on your own schedule and all the time you want. This arrangement could work well for someone who has to adapt to work in a strange and between classes or family commitments schedule. All you have to do is apply and then take tests and the site does the rest.
