To some, the famous quote about finding something you love doing so that you don’t have to work a day in your life might sound like an excellent idea. However, with the help of the internet, it’s finally a realistic possibility. Sure, even traditionally, it was possible for some people to find a career path that suits them, yet, in the past, there wasn’t much room for people with unusual hobbies or habits. Nowadays, however, regardless of how strange your skills and interests are, there might be someone out there ready and willing to pay for it. Here are several tips on how you can start making money with the help of hobbies.
Creative writing
Those who always dreamed of becoming novelists might find it that, nowadays, it’s easier to make money this way than ever before. All you need to do is write down your work and find a platform that will allow you to become a self-publishing author. You can opt for platforms like Kindle Direct Publishing, Lulu, Google Play Books Partner Center or Barnes and Noble Press, amongst others. You also may need a tool like Canva, that can help you make your own covers. As far as the formatting of the work goes, the platforms mentioned usually have their own formatting tool.
Selling photography
For those obsessed with taking pictures everywhere they go, and those who look first look at the camera when choosing their next smartphone, selling photography might be the best choice. Even if you don’t have a professional camera, there are platforms that specialize in selling smartphone images exclusively. Because you’ll be paid for something you’re already doing, it will feel like you’re making money out of thin air. Keep in mind, nonetheless, that being a photographer is both an art and a science, which is why you might want to learn a thing or two about the technical matters of photography. Therefore, look for resources online and even try taking a photography course.
Gaming
A lot of people love playing video games, and in 2019, there are more than a couple of ways to make money based on them. The most skilled of gamers compete in massive e-sports tournaments for a staggering prize pool, yet’ there are other ways for you to make money playing video games. You can also live stream your gaming sessions on platforms like Twitch and earn a small fortune off donations. Some people even boost accounts of others (provided there’s a competitive ladder) or tutor people in the art of gaming. Naturally, this is a field that might need some investment, which is why you should buy a potent gaming laptop or build your own desktop setup as soon as possible.
Baking or cooking
People who enjoy baking or cooking in their free time might consider outfitting their kitchen with better equipment and starting a part-time catering business. Provided that you focus on small events and orders, you don’t have to invest much in terms of equipment and supplies. You also won’t need much help and will probably be able to handle it all on your own. Just keep in mind that, for catering, you might need some special permits, seeing as how it’s still a business in the food industry and, therefore, a public health issue.
Instagram modeling
The art of Instagram modeling is getting a lot of bad reputation, yet, it opens up a lucrative opportunity for people who love the application. Keep in mind, nonetheless, that turning your Instagram account into a money-making platform isn’t easy and that your experience as an Instagram user is definitely going to change. So, start by defining your style. The previously mentioned photography might be one of the ways for you to break through, but it definitely doesn’t have to be your path. You can also become a fitness model, a lifestyle model (even though this is incredibly expensive) or a make-up artist.
Once you start making more and more money this way, you’ll keep finding new ways to grow in this field. Sometimes, the path towards growth will lie in the purchase of expensive, specialized equipment, while other times, it will require you to grow as a digital marketer. With the help of social media, it’s quite easy for a freelancer to expand their network and promote their work. With so many great options available, it’s up to you to find the one that will suit you the most.
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