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I’m all for earning money, and you’ll be surprised by the sheer number of ways you can get that bag! We aren’t limited to the typical job postings we see on platforms like LinkedIn anymore. There are many unique ways to make a living, whether looking for a full-time job or side hustles from home.
And when I say unique, I mean weird ways to make money! Don’t worry, it’s nothing TOO crazy, but it’s quite a shocker that you can actually get cash for some of these side hustles.
The great part about these jobs is that you have more control over your schedule, since you can do most of them anytime, anywhere. Most of the time, you just need your phone and good Internet!
So, are you ready to start earning money in the oddest, but coolest, of ways? Keep on reading to get ideas!
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1. Get Paid For Your Opinion
Do you love to yap about the most random things to loved ones all day long? This is the side hustle made especially for you! Now, you can get paid to share your opinions!
What type of opinion, exactly?
The sky’s the limit! For starters, you can share reviews of products and services you’ve tried before. Platforms like Google Opinion Rewards, MySurvey, or Swagbucks will ask you to do surveys in exchange for cash. Some platforms might pay in-store credit, which you can use for shopping!
Another interesting way to earn extra money from home is to participate in studies or focus groups. Not only can you get paid for being a participant, but you’re also contributing to future research. Win-win, am I right?
That said, this isn’t something that can replace a full-time job. Expect to earn anywhere between $0.10 to $1 for every survey or review you complete. Sure, you might not make your first million by taking surveys, but it’s an easy way to make a few bucks during your free time.
2. Become An Online Friend
Besides sharing your opinions, do you love making new friends and spending your day talking to people?
Then you should get paid to be an online friend! You don’t need any experience whatsoever, just your device, Internet, and social energy.
I know, it isn’t every day we see people paying for an online friend, but you’ll be surprised with the number of people who are looking for companionship. Beyond the money, you also get to meet lovely people and talk about the things you have in common.
And no, this isn’t dirty in any way! Many people might want an online friend to talk to about things they normally can’t talk to with loved ones, someone to play video games with, or maybe ask for assistance from a friend with the right skill set.
Interestingly, the pay is good, depending on the services you offer. For instance, you can text someone throughout the day for $10, or talk on the phone for 10 minutes for $5. It might not sound like a lot, but it adds up if you take on multiple clients!
3. Selling Feet Pics
Before you skip this section, hear me out!
This is one of the weird but legal ways to make money without having to leave the house. You can make bank without even showing your face or identity!
Platforms like FeetFinder offer good money for your feet pics. While you will need to pay a small monthly subscription of $2.99, the potential return on investment is awesome.
I saw someone make $215 on her first week on FeetFinder, most of which came from tips.
That said, please don’t remember me as the weird lady who told you to sell feet pics. Only do this if you’re comfortable and proud of your feet! It will give you an excuse to get more pedicures and foot spas in the long run.
I know this might be one of the oddest business ideas for women, but hey, it’s an amusing and safe way to earn money!
4. Selling Plasma
One of the weirdest side hustle ideas is selling plasma! It might sound odd, but becoming a plasma donor is a safe and easy way to earn money. You’ll just need to spend a few hours in a clinic, watching TV or scrolling on your phone.
If you don’t know what plasma is, it’s the liquid portion of our blood that helps researchers create medications. So, in your own little way, you’re saving lives by donating plasma!
With all that in mind, there are certain criteria you need to meet before you can donate plasma. For starters, you need to be at least 18 years old and in a healthy weight range. You also need to be free from specific medical issues and screened before plasma donation.
If you’re interested in donating plasma, expect to be paid between $50-75 per appointment. Some companies, like CSL Plasma, offer bonuses for first-time plasma donors!
5. Get Paid To Stand In Line
Got the patience and extra time? Why not earn money by standing in line?
Whether it’s for concert tickets, an exclusive product release, or a big-time event, people are willing to pay a good amount of money for others to act as a proxy in line.
It saves them time and energy, while you can get paid to do nothing. After all, your only duty is to stand in line and keep your place. You can pass the time by calling a friend, scrolling down social media, or enjoying a snack. If you’re extra sociable, you can even make a few friends in line as well!
If you still don’t think it’s possible, platforms like TaskRabbit have jobs that involve being a line stander. The funnier part is that the term professional line stander exists, with someone making $1,000 a week just waiting in line!
6. Mystery Shopping
Shopaholics, this is the perfect job for you!
You might have thought you’d be spending money to shop, but this is the complete opposite. Instead, companies will be paying you to purchase items in exchange for a review of the product or service you availed.
Do take note that mystery shopper jobs won’t make you millions. Most times, you can expect to pay anywhere between $5-50 per task. Even then, it’s still a great paid opportunity, since it only takes a few minutes out of your day. Plus, you can get free products and services!
I recommend doing these tasks as weekend jobs when you have time, or during days you have to go to the mall or grocery to do some shopping. That way, you can earn a bit of cash while you’re out running your own errands.
7. Selling Weird Stuff On Etsy
One of the weirdest ways to make money is to sell the weirdest stuff! Believe me, there’s a huge audience willing to pay big bucks for the oddest products on Etsy.
I’ve seen hilarious wall calendars featuring Chicken Daddies, facial features engraved on utensils, and the funniest one of all – A mini figurine of The Rock and Pikachu combined! Just when you thought there were limited things to sell on Etsy, the Weird Stuff category continues to surprise us.
While you can buy and resell weird yet profitable products, you might also be able to utilize your hobbies that make money.
For example, you can crochet funny-looking characters, or open your digital art commissions to paint people’s pets as if they were from a Renaissance painting. Speaking of pets, I might just get a calendar with pictures of ugly dogs in Renaissance paintings as a gift for my friends!
See that, the profitability of these products is limitless, so this is your chance to make this your full-time job!
8. Rent Out Your Parking Spot
If you own a condo and have a parking spot you don’t use, then you can earn passive income by renting it out!
With a ton of vehicle owners in need of parking space, it will be easy to find someone willing to pay for your spot.
According to Neighbor, you can rent your parking space for $50-300 a month. Might as well make money over something you aren’t using at the moment!
Before you start renting out your parking spot, you need to make sure the property management allows this. From there, you can check if your neighbors need an extra parking space for their vehicles, and then strike a deal.
Make sure you have a written agreement and set payment terms to avoid any issues in the long run!
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