With the Internet dominating and affecting a large part of our lives, especially now working from home, more and more people are looking for ways to make money online to augment their income streams.
Schoolchildren and students find themselves in a situation where physical practice in the workplace may still not be possible or desirable. They also have to be online. For those teens who stay home, here are some ways to make money and gain valuable experience.
- Freelancing
what is it?
One easy way to make money is through freelancing, whether it’s copywriting, translation, graphic design, video editing, app development, or marketing. There are many Indian and international websites that offer opportunities for teens to get paid for their skills. These include Chegg India, Freelance India, Freelancer, Upwork, Fiverr, and more.
how is the progress?
Step 1: Join the site by registering your name, email address, country name, etc. After your details are verified, your account will be created.
Step 2: You will have to create a profile based on your education, experience and expertise, and only after being approved within a certain time frame will you be able to freelance.
Step 3: You can select jobs or projects by interacting directly with clients or by browsing the website. Some Indian sites ensure payment to their freelancers, unlike those that allow direct transactions with clients, which may not guarantee payment.
How much money can you make?
You can be paid hourly or on a fixed basis, depending on the type of work and your skill level. Payments are usually made directly into a bank account, so you’ll need one. If you don’t have a bank account, you may need to provide your parents’ details, or link them to PayPal if necessary.
- Instagram Influencers
- what is it?
- An influencer is an individual, including well-known personalities and celebrities, who has a large online following in a particular field or industry, such as marketing. B. Games, food, beauty, fashion, fitness, etc. Instagram posts and videos are popular among teens and young adults and can also help them earn a lot for their own products through sponsored posts, product reviews, brand promotions, photo sales, affiliate marketing and selling your products.
how is the progress?
Step 1: Choose your niche area, an area where you have passion, experience, or expertise, and a topic you can post on a regular basis.
Step 2: Create a compelling profile picture because people will identify with you, and an engaging resume because it will build your credibility.
Step 3: Switch to a Professional or Business account through Settings, as this opens up different options for analyzing, engaging, and targeting your audience. The bigger your audience and loyal fan base, the more money you will make.
Step 4: Now publish continuously in a way that keeps your audience engaged.
- Blogging/Vlogging
what is it?
What until a few years ago was just a platform to express your passion is now a great way to make money. By blogging about specific topics that interest you, you can attract readers or traffic, which in turn can bring in money. You can earn money from blogging or vlogging on Youtube in many ways, such as: B. Advertisement through Google AdSense, Affiliate Marketing (promote other products on your blog), product reviews, guest posts on other people’s blogs Or product sales on your blog. )
how is the progress?
Step 1: Choose a blogging platform. While there are several free blogging platforms such as WordPress, Blogger, Tumblr, Medium, Ghost, Squarespace, etc., it is recommended to set up a self-hosted blog (preferably using WordPress.org). This is because free blogs have a lot of limitations in terms of customization and functionality, small storage capacity, no ads or affiliate links allowed, and this is the best way to make money. You have to pay for a blog and a domain name, but it’s worth it.
Step 2: Choose a domain name and hosting plan. Having your own domain name means you’ll be taken seriously and professionally, and buying a web hosting plan gives you complete control over the look and feel of your blog.
Step 3: Next, choose a topic that interests you and start writing, sharing information, or posting a video. It will take hard work, effort and time if you want to gain expertise and a loyal following. You also need to post consistently and share something unique.
Step 4: Promote your blog on all social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Reddit to drive more traffic and increase your earning potential.
How much money can you make?
A blogger can earn Rs 20,000 to 30,000 per month in about a year. Young people just starting out may earn less. India’s top blogger Amit Agarwal earns $60,000 ($44.4 million) per month.
- Amazon Affiliate Network
what is it?
Just as bloggers make money with affiliate marketing, you can do the same with Amazon links and earn a commission. Amazon Associates is an affiliate marketing program that allows you to create links on your website or blog and earn referral fees when customers click through and buy products on Amazon. Participation is free and easy to use.
how is the progress?
Step 1: Go to www.affiliateprogram. amazon.in and log into your Amazon account. Provide your account information.
Step 2: You will then need to provide a list of your websites and apps, or at least one where you will display banners, widgets, links, or other Amazon advertisements. You can add up to 50 sites or applications.
Step 3: In the profile section, provide information about your website and app, the type of product you want to offer, the type of traffic you attract, how you drive traffic, how you generate revenue, the number of visitors you get, etc.
Step 4: You finally agree to the Amazon terms and get to work.
How much money can you make?
You can earn up to 10% affiliate fees on qualifying purchases and programs.
- Online Surveys
what is it?
Possibly one of the easiest ways for teens to make money is through paid online surveys. Swagbucks is one of the most famous sites where you get paid to participate in various activities such as completing surveys, watching videos, and shopping. Some other sites that offer surveys are Toluna, Telly Pulse, CashCrate (survey site aggregator), ValuedOpinions, OpinionBureau, Streetbees (app), etc. Each site usually has a fixed number of surveys that a person can take in a month.
how is the progress?
Step 1: Register on the website by providing basic personal information and an account will be created for you.
Step 2: The survey will be sent to you by registered mail.
Step 3: Complete as many surveys as possible and points will be credited to your account. Redeem them however you want.
How much money can you make?
Typically, the points you earn can be redeemed in cash (PayPal), check or gift certificates and cards. You can earn Rs. 1,000 to 2,000 per week. It is better to register at least 8-10 websites or apps to earn money.
- Design T-Shirts Online
what is it?
If you have an artistic flair, you can make money designing T-shirts. There are several websites, both Indian and foreign, that allow you to do this. You only need to contribute the design and don’t have to worry about making, selling or shipping the t-shirts. Some of the Indian sites are TeeShopper, The Souled Store and My Home Store while foreign sites are TeeSpring, Zazzle etc.
how is the progress?
Step 1: Create an account on the website.
Step 2: Some sites allow you to simply
create a design on your shirt and upload it. Others allow you to choose the style, color and font of the t-shirt, set a price and upload the t-shirt to sell.
Step 3: Even though the website is promoting your items, if you want to sell your work, you need to put in an extra effort to market your designs on other social media channels like Facebook, Instagram, etc.
How much money can you make?
Different websites have their own payment methods, which can be paid monthly or according to their sales plan. Some pay a royalty of 10-20%, some let you set your own price on top of a reserve price and keep the profit (Rs 30-300 per piece), and some pay a fixed price.
- Renting, selling books, online tutoring, project work
what is it?
If you like to read or are academically gifted, this might be the easiest way to earn pocket money. You can borrow books, sell previous year textbooks, tutor other kids online and help them with project work. You can also earn money by teaching or selling courses on online platforms like Udacity, Udemy, or Lynda, or by signing up for online tutoring sites like Vedantu, TutorMe, TeacherOn, etc.
how is the progress?
Step 1: For online tutoring sites, you need to first register with the site. You will then be assessed through an online interview or presentation, and if you pass, you will be hired.
Step 2: To become an online tutor, all you need is a computer or laptop, an internet connection and expertise in your subject.
How much money can you make?
Online tutoring sites can earn you Rs. 10,000 to Rs. 100,000 per month. They are either paid a fixed salary or are paid on an hourly contract. To tutor your friends, neighbors and acquaintances, you can start with Rs 200 per hour depending on your ability, academic performance and teaching skills and increase to Rs 500-1,000 as you gain experience. Depending on the complexity of the project work, you can charge anywhere from Rs. 200 to Rs. 1,500 per project.
- Tell stories through podcasts
what is it?
If you have great presentation skills and love storytelling, monetize it. A podcast is a collection of digital audio or video files that users can download and listen to. Nearly 200 million monthly active users, 40 podcast companies and steady growth in user numbers driven by Covid lockdowns, audiobooks and story reading.
how is the progress?
Step 1 You can start recording with your phone, but if you want to sound professional, you’d better buy some good equipment. You will need a microphone, a barrage, a computer or laptop, and audio editing software.
Step 2: Next, find a platform to publish and distribute your podcast. While Apple is the leading podcast platform, there are others such as Google Podcasts, Anchor, Spotify, and more.
Step 3: You need to log into the platform first, then record an episode or upload a pre-recorded episode.
How much money can you make?
You can earn money through sponsorships, advertising, subscriptions, product sales, courses and merchandise. Once you have about 500 downloads, you can start making money, but to make a decent income, you’ll need advertisers and sponsors looking for a larger audience of 5,000+ listeners.