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Exploring side gigs that require no special skills can accelerate reaching your financial targets, whether it’s for building an emergency fund, eliminating debt, or saving for a big purchase. Despite concerns about matching a gig to one’s abilities, many side hustles need no prior experience.
Several freelancing opportunities allow you to earn extra income without needing specialized skills. Let’s explore four straightforward side gigs that anyone can engage in to make some extra cash.
Try New Applications
- Estimated Earnings: $10 for a 20-minute evaluation
Many app developers offer compensation to users who install their apps and provide genuine feedback. Compensation can range from $5 to $90, often averaging around $10 for a brief test. Platforms like Airtasker, Userfeel, UserTesting, and Trymata facilitate easy access to these opportunities, making it a simple side hustle to dive into during your free time.
Caring for Plants
If plant care is second nature to you, consider plant-sitting gigs, which can bring in around $30. Unlike pet-sitting, this involves watering and ensuring plant health. Airtasker regularly features requests for such services, like a recent post asking for temporary caretakers to tend plants in their home during a move preparation period.
Deliver Packages
For those with a vehicle, delivering can be a profitable side gig. Many tasks involve simple deliveries, such as picking up items and delivering them locally, like a task paying $150 for transporting dresses between two California cities. Various platforms offer these opportunities, making it accessible for anyone with a driver’s license.
Assist on eBay
Becoming an eBay assistant can be engaging, offering experiences in sales, digital marketing, and content creation. A recent job offered $100 for helping list items on eBay, opening potential avenues for learning and future opportunities.
Caitlyn Moorhead contributed to this article.