Side hustle ideas.
In this blog, I will go through 109 side hustles you can start now easily with little to no money.
I will reveal these 109 side hustles you can start today, all you need is to be creative and determined, and you can turn any skill, hobby, or interest into multiple six-figure incomes even alongside your full-time job.
I speak from experience as this is something I have done many times, starting several businesses in several industries.
Here is the list of 109 side hustles you can start in 2022 and beyond with little to no start-up costs and return $1000+ a month based on a part-time commitment.
The ten best businesses you can start in 2022.
Here’s a quick list of 10 of the best businesses you can start in 2022, the complete list of 109 is below:
- Freelancing
- Marketing consultant
- Social media management
- Affiliate Marketing
- Amazon FBA
- Drop shipping
- App developing
- Start a blog
- Fitness coach
- Motivational speaker
109 Side Hustles you can start right now:
1. Start your own YouTube channel.
Many people use their skills to teach others on YouTube by creating videos.
A side hustle idea for you to try is to start your own YouTube channel, all you need is a webcam, microphone, and some editing software like iMovie or Adobe Premiere Pro and a subject you want to talk about.
You will need 1000 subscribers and 4000 watch hours to allow you to make more money online through ads on YouTube, but once you reach this, you will be pretty surprised at the earnings you can make.
The great thing is that you earn passive income from the videos you have created in the past, once they are uploaded they can continue to make you money for as long as you have the channel.
If you are interested, you can check out our Learn Life Money YouTube channel here.
Realistic earning potential: $1000 – $3000 per month
2. Start an E-Commerce store.
If you have a product to sell, you can launch a Shopify store to quickly sell your products to people around the world.
There are Shopify stores for all products, whether physical goods, digital products, or even services.
To get started, you will need to create a Shopify account which is free for 14 days, and then choose a plan that suits you.
After this, you will need to add products to your store to start selling and making money online.
Realistic earning potential: $2000 – $6000 per month
3. Be a Voice actor.
If you have a friendly, clear, authoritative tone to your voice, why not have a go at becoming a voice actor?
Voice actors are often required for radio adverts, explainer videos, and many other projects, and if you are good at it, you can potentially earn a lot of money doing it.
You could start this side hustle by offering your services on Fiverr as a voice-over artist and do a few projects before starting to reach out to local businesses.
Realistic earning potential: $1000+ per month
4. Start Facebook Marketplace or Craigslist flipping.
Many people list things on Craigslist or Facebook marketplace for free or at a low cost because they want to be rid of whatever they are listing.
You can find these free or low-cost products, fix or clean them up if required, then sell them on the same site or eBay, for example, for a profit.
There is a lot of money you can make doing this; you would be surprised at what people will give away for free.
Realistic earning potential: $1500+ per month
5. Start a course.
If you are knowledgeable in a skill which would benefit others, then why not create a course to sell to people to teach them how to do something?
This could be a cooking course, a gardening course, or even something more creative like starting a business.
To get started, you can create your course on sites like Udemy or Skillshare and then start to promote it to reach your target audience; you can sell the course for anything from a few tens of dollars to a few hundred dollars or even thousands, then invest this money to make more money.
Realistic earning potential: $2000+ per month (depending on industry)
6. Affiliate marketing.
Another great side hustle idea is affiliate marketing, where you sell other people’s products and get a commission for every sale you make.
You can start affiliate marketing by signing up to platforms like Clickbank or ShareASale, then choosing products to promote; once you have completed this you will need to drive traffic to your affiliate links which you can do utilizing SEO.
Realistic earning potential: $3000+ per month
7. Freelancing services.
Another great side hustle to get started is utilizing your current skills but offering them as a freelance service rather than working in employment.
There are many platforms you can use to offer your services, such as Fiverr, Upwork, and PeoplePerHour.
To get started, you will need to create a profile on the platform of your choice, then start bidding for jobs and finding local clients.
There is such high demand for freelancers so you should be able to pick up clients quite quickly.
Realistic earning potential: $3000+ per month
8. Social media marketing agency.
Social media management is in high demand right now.
Creating posts and content along with Facebook ads for clients who don’t have the time or the knowhow to attract high paying customers through social media marketing.
Even if you are new to social media marketing, there are some amazing courses which can guide and teach you everything you will ever need to know about the skill of social media marketing and starting and running your own agency.
This form of digital marketing allows you to make money online as a full-time job or side hustle, and the great thing is that it can be ran from anywhere in the World, with just a laptop and an internet connection.
This can be an involved technical skill, but if you get the proper training, it can be learned relatively quickly and will allow you to earn as much money as you wish, as this side hustle is infinitely scalable.
Realistic earning potential: $5000 – $10,000+ per month (I have personally done this from $0 to $10,000 a month)
9. Start an Etsy business.
If you have something you hand make, you can start selling these items on Etsy.
Etsy is a marketplace for selling handmade, vintage, and unique items, so if you have something that falls into one of these categories, then it is worth listing your items on Etsy.
To get started, you will need to create an Etsy account which is free to start, then start setting up your shop by adding products and photos; you can set your hours and have the freedom you need while running this online business.
Realistic earning potential: $1000+ per month
10. Start a drop shipping business.
Another popular choice in today’s age is a drop shipping business.
A drop shipping business is where you sell products that are then shipped directly to the customer from the supplier, and you don’t have to hold any inventory.
You can find suppliers on sites like Alibaba and then sell the products on your store or on marketplaces like Amazon or eBay.
To get started, you will need to create a store, add products, then start promoting your store to reach your target audience.
Realistic earning potential: $1200+ per month
11. Create a blog.
If you are good at writing another side hustle, income could be from a blog.
You can make money through ads, affiliate marketing, or even selling products or courses.
To get started, you will need to choose a niche and then create a blog on WordPress or Blogger; once you have done this you can start writing content and promoting your blog.
Realistic earning potential: $2000 – $4000 per month (depending on industry)
12. Start a print-on-demand business.
Creating an online store and offering print-on-demand is a side hustle that is quite popular.
You can earn a full-time income by printing people’s designs onto t-shirts, hats, mugs, etc.
To get started you will need to create a store and then sign up with a print-on-demand company like Printful or Teespring, once you have done this, you can start adding products to your store and promoting it.
Realistic earning potential: $1000+ per month
13. Start an Air B&B management business.
If you have a spare room or some unused space, you can start your own business as either an Air B&B host or offer management services for other hosts.
To get started, you will need to create a profile on Air B&B and then begin listing your space; once you have done this you can start promoting your listing.
If you want to offer management services for other hosts, you can reach out to them and offer your services, this could involve tasks such as cleaning, changing, or taking photos for listings.
Realistic earning potential: $1000+ per month
14. Start a copywriting business.
Another side hustle idea If you are good at writing is to start a copywriting business, this involves writing marketing materials for businesses, such as website content, brochures, and e-mail marketing campaigns.
To get started, you will need to create a portfolio of your work and then start reaching out to businesses or use job boards to find copywriting jobs.
Realistic earning potential: $1500 – $2000 per month
15. Start an event planning business.
A fun side hustle you can start is an event planning business.
This can be done anywhere in the World as you can use the internet to connect with clients and suppliers.
Event planning is perfect if you love organizing and have a creative flair, it can also be quite profitable as there is always a high demand for event planners.
Realistic earning potential: $2500+ per month
16. Teach a language virtually or in person.
A side hustle idea for you to try , can you speak French, German or Japanese?
Well, there are a lot of people who want to say a second language and will pay good money to someone who can teach them.
You could start by teaching a language virtually using sites like italki or Preply, or you could even offer your services in person if you live in an area with a lot of tourist traffic.
Realistic earning potential: $1800+ per month
17. Start a bookkeeping business.
Are you great with math and numbers?
Do you have a background in accounting?
Well many start-up businesses and existing businesses are looking for bookkeeping services.
You could start your own bookkeeping business, either working from home or going to clients’ offices, and charge an hourly rate or a monthly fee for looking after their accounts.
Using software like Freeagent, Xero and Quickbooks makes remote accounting easy, I highly recommend Freeagent its the one I use with all my businesses.
Realistic earning potential: $2200+ per month
18. Start a car cleaning business.
An easy side hustle idea to start is a car cleaning business; this can be in the form of a mobile valet service where you drive to your clients with your equipment and clean and valet their car at their own homes.
You could also offer subscription packages on this where you come each month for people who want to keep their cars in showroom condition.
Some company car owners have an allowance from their company to keep the car clean so you could get a list of business clients for a lot of repeat business which is easy to scale.
Realistic earning potential: $1300+ per month
19. Start a podcast.
Podcasting is becoming very popular and can be very lucrative if you create something that gets many listeners. Look at Joe Rogan selling his podcast series to Spotify for $200 million.
To get started, you can create a podcast for free on sites like Anchor or Podbean, and then start to promote your show to reach your target audience.
You can start quite rough on this and improve your skills as you go; you can then make more money from product placements or advertising.
Realistic earning potential: $500-$1000+ per month
20. Start a debt-collection business.
Unfortunately, in tough times people fall into debt and get behind on their payments.
Businesses will pay good money for someone to locate people who owe them money and agree on a payment plan.
Although this is probably not for everyone, you can get paid some good commission if you can locate the person and get them to agree to a payment plan so the lender gets a good portion of their money back and you can take your cut.
Realistic earning potential: $750-$1500+ per month
21. Start a private investigation business.
If you have a law enforcement or security background, you could start a private investigation business.
There is a lot of corporate espionage and other shady business going on, so there is always a demand for good investigators.
Private investigators can also be involved in researching people and delivering legal documents known as process serving.
If you can build a relationship with a local law firm, there is a good amount of money to be had just delivering court documents to people as they must be delivered by hand.
Realistic earning potential: $1000 per month
22. Start a pet grooming business.
If you love animals, then you could start a business as a pet groomer.
This is a service that is always in demand as people want their pets to look their best.
You can start by advertising your services on sites like Rover or even in local pet stores, and then build up a clientele from there.
You will need to invest in some equipment to get started, but once you have built up a good reputation, you will be able to charge premium rates for your services.
Realistic earning potential: $2000+ per month (depending on location)
23. Start a mobile mechanic business.
Are you an ex-mechanic or have an interest in fixing cars?
If so you could start a mobile mechanic business.
This service is becoming increasingly popular as people do not have the time to take their cars to the garage.
All you need is a van, some basic tools, and some mechanical knowledge and you could be up and running in no time.
You can promote your services on sites like Craigslist or Gumtree, and even partner with a car cleaning company to clean the car after you have fixed it.
Realistic earning potential: $3000+ per month
24. Start a graphic design business.
If you are experienced with programs such as Photoshop or Canva, you can earn money by becoming a graphic designer.
This can be anything from creating social media graphics, to designing logos or even complete website designs.
There are a number of ways to market your services, but the best way is to set up a portfolio on sites such as Behance or Dribbble and then promote your work on social media.
You can also offer your services on sites like Designcrowd or Fiverr.
Realistic earning potential: $1000+ per month
25. Become an app developer.
There is good money to be made starting your own business as an app developer.
Creating apps and selling them on the Apple app store or Google store can be a great way to make some extra money on the side.
If you have an idea for an app that you think people would find useful, then all you need is some basic coding knowledge and you could be in business.
Realistic earning potential: $4000+ per month
26. Become a web developer.
Every business needs a website, and you can use your creative skills to create content as a web developer.
You don’t need to be an expert in coding to create simple websites, but if you have the skills you can develop more complex sites and charge a higher rate.
There are several ways to market your services, but the best way is to set up a portfolio on sites such as Upwork or Fiverr, or you can create your own website and find clients directly.
Realistic earning potential: $2500+ per month
27. Become an SEO specialist.
Every business wants to appear on the first page of Google, which is achieved by SEO, or search engine optimization.
If you have the skills to improve a website’s ranking on Google, you could start your own side hustle as an SEO specialist.
You can offer your services on sites such as Fiverr or Upwork, or you can approach businesses directly and offer your services.
Realistic earning potential: $2000-$6000 per month
28. Publish a kindle book.
Not all side hustles need you to sell your time for money over and over again.
If you have excellent writing skills you could write a book, then sell it on Amazon as a kindle book.
This is a great way to make some passive income, as once the book is published, you will continue to earn royalties every time it is downloaded.
You can promote your book on social media and other platforms to help increase sales, and if you get some good publicity and the book is a hit, the sky is the limit.
Realistic earning potential: $1000-$10000 per month (depending on book sales)
29. Become a product tester.
If you want to work on your schedule, another great side hustle is to become a product tester.
Companies will send you free products and you can test them in your own time.
All you need to do is provide feedback on the products and whether you liked them or not.
There are several ways to find product testing opportunities, but the best way is to search for ‘product testing’ on sites like Indeed or Craigslist.
Realistic earning potential: $250-$3000 per month (depending on the product)
30. Become a PA.
If you are organized, you could start a side hustle or even a full time job as a personal assistant.
You can offer your services to businesses or even busy individuals who need someone to help with their day-to-day tasks, to help them get more done.
Your duties as a PA could include anything from scheduling appointments, doing research, managing e-mail accounts, booking travel, and much more.
It’s a great option to network with some interesting people while earning some extra cash.
Realistic earning potential: $1500+ per month
31. Start a virtual tour business.
This involves creating 3d views of various establishments using Google street view.
There are some costs involved with buying the 360-degree cameras for you to create a 3d digital tour.
And there will be some technical skills needed to master the hardware and software, but once you have the equipment and skills this can become a lucrative side hustle or full time job.
As this is now becoming main steam there will be a huge amount of work in the future for virtual tours of hotels and other places which need to be mapped on Google street view.
32. Become an influencer.
We have all heard of influencers making a fortune just by recommending a product here and there.
Well money follows influence.
If you have a large social media following, then why not leverage it by promoting products you believe in or use currently to your audience?
You could start by approaching businesses directly and asking to be involved in their affiliate program.
If you are accepted, then you will be given a unique link to promote the product.
You will receive a commission when someone clicks on your link and makes a purchase.
Realistic earning potential: $500-$15000+ per month (depending on your following)
33. Become a DJ for private events.
If you love music then becoming a DJ for private or public events could be a great side hustle for you to earn extra cash.
There are a number of ways to market your DJ services, but the best way is to set up a website or profile on a DJ directory.
You can also promote your services on social media and through word of mouth.
Realistic earning potential: $1000-$5000 per month (depending on the event)
34. Become a Virtual Assistant.
Many people are quitting their day job to work as a virtual assistants, you can work for multiple companies at once if you can handle the workload.
A virtual assistant is someone who provides administrative support to businesses and entrepreneurs.
The work can be done remotely, which means you can work from home or anywhere in the World.
There are a number of ways to find work as a virtual assistant, but the best way is to search for ‘virtual assistant’ on sites like Indeed or other job sites depending on where you are located in the World.
Realistic earning potential: $1000-$3000 per month (depending on your skills/location)
35. Become a proof reader.
If you only want to work a few hours a week on your side hustle and are good at reading, writing, and grammar then you could become a proofreader.
Proofreaders are in high demand as more people write books, articles, and other content.
You can find work as a proof reader on sites like Fiverr or Upwork.
Realistic earning potential: $500-$2000 per month
36. Start a food delivery business.
If you like getting out and about on your bike, why not earn money doing it and deliver food?
It’s a relatively easy side hustle to get into as all you need is a bike and some basic knowledge of the area you’ll be delivering to.
There are a number of food delivery companies, such as Just Eat and Deliveroo who will pay you to deliver their food.
You can also approach restaurants directly and ask if they would like to start a food delivery service.
Realistic earning potential: $2000+ per month
37. Start a nutrition advice business.
Are you into cooking and creating healthy food, no you know your macros?
Then why not look at starting a nutrition side hustle?
People are always looking for ways to improve their health and eating habits, and if you have the knowledge to help them, then you could start your own side hustle as a nutritionist.
You can offer your services online through sites such as Fiverr or Upwork, or you can approach businesses or groups directly and offer your services.
Realistic earning potential: $2000-$5000 per month
38. Become a dating consultant.
If you are good at matching people together for a date, then perhaps being a dating consultant would be a good side hustle for you.
There are a number of ways to market your dating consultancy services, but the best way is to set up a website and then promote it through social media and online directories.
You can also offer discounts to large groups who book in advance and host a rapid-fire dating night.
Realistic earning potential: $1000+ per month
39. Become an energy consultant.
As energy costs spiral out of control, if you know how businesses and homes can save money on their energy bills, you can charge a percentage of what you can save them on the invoice.
There are a number of ways to market your services, but the best way is to create a website and then promote it through online directories and social media.
You can also offer discounts to businesses who sign up for a certain period of time.
Realistic earning potential: $500-$4000 per month
40. Start an IT support business.
If you know your way around Apple and Microsoft devices then you could offer out your IT skills in your city and beyond.
Many people are still not educated when it comes to computers and may need help with software-related issues.
This can be expanded well beyond your local location with the advent of the internet and utilizing remote support software.
The possibilities here are endless and you will be able to offer your IT skills to someone on the other side of the World if your marketing efforts can reel them in.
Realistic earning potential: $4000+ per month
41. Start a mobile dent repair business.
Another lucrative side hustle is a mobile dent repair business.
This is a service that is much in demand as people do not want to have to take their cars to the garage for minor repairs.
All you need is a van, some essential tools, and some knowledge of how to repair dents, and you could be up and running in no time.
You can promote your services on sites or could even offer your services through insurance companies which would mean more business and more money.
Realistic earning potential: $1500+ per month
42. Become a career coach.
Do you have a background as a career advisor or a recruitment consultant?
If you have experience in the jobs market, you could become a career coach.
More and more people are finding it difficult to get their dream job or even a job paying the bills.
You could help them by becoming a career coach and advising them on how to find the right job for them and improve their CV.
This is a business that can be done online or offline, and there is an excellent return for doing it, happy clients will recommend you to others and the referrals will keep coming in.
Realistic earning potential: $2000+ per month
43. Take online surveys.
Yes, this is a thing you can earn money taking surveys online and get paid for it.
It is not going to make you rich, but it is a great way to earn some extra cash in your spare time.
Many different companies offer online surveys and they all have different reward systems.
Some will pay you in cash, others in vouchers, but all of them will give you something for your time. Check out a site like Swagbucks to get started.
Worth a look if you want something easy and stress-free but not looking to buy a Lamborghini with the earnings.
Realistic earning potential: $1-$5 per survey
44. Start an electronics repair service.
With every household containing literally hundreds of electrical gadgets, from iPads to smoothy makers, people on a tight budget will be looking to repair rather than replace.
This is where there is an opportunity to offer a service to fix this electronic gadget if you are a dab hand with a soldering gun.
Electrical components can be sourced relatively cheaply and electrical devices are usually pretty easy to fix if you know how.
Realistic earning potential: $1200+ per month
45. Become a personal stylist.
Do you have an eye for fashion? If so, becoming a personal stylist could be a side hustle for you .
There are many people who would love to have someone to help them choose the right clothes for their body shape and style, but they do not know where to start.
This is where you could come in and offer your services.
You could visit clients in their homes or workplaces and give them a complete makeover, helping them to look their best.
You could couple this with a personal shopping service, or fashion subscription service where you provide the clothes for your client every month, another great business that could be done remotely.
Realistic earning potential: $2000+ per month
46. Become a debt consultant.
With times hard for a lot of people currently, there are a number of people who have got themselves into a lot of debt.
If you can offer debt consolidation or management services then there is an opportunity to make some good money here.
A lot of people are struggling to keep on top of their debts and will be willing to pay for someone to help them get their finances back under control.
This is a service that can be offered both online and offline and can even be offered to businesses for a higher premium.
Realistic earning potential: $1200+ per month
47. Become an Uber / Lyft driver.
If you enjoy driving, then you could earn some extra money by becoming an Uber or Lyft driver.
With these companies, you can use your car to give people lifts and get paid for it.
It is a relatively easy way to earn some extra cash and you can even do it in your spare time.
All you need is a clean driving license and a car that meets the requirements of the company.
Then you just act like a freelance taxi driver transporting people around.
The other great thing for security is that you don’t have to carry lots of cash as it’s all done cashless on the app.
Realistic earning potential: $3000+ per month
48. Become a freelance coder.
Do you know how to write code?
If so, you could become a freelance coder and work from home.
There is a big demand for coders as more and more businesses are going online.
You could work on websites, apps, or even software and get paid.
This is a great way to use your skills to earn some extra money.
As the World becomes more involved in AI, the demand for coders will only continue to grow, so this is a great opportunity to get in on the ground floor.
Realistic earning potential: $3500+ per month
49. Become a mystery shopper.
With customer service ratings being something that can make or break a business, companies will pay you to try their service and report on your experience.
This is a great way to get free products as well as experiences and get paid for the pleasure also.
It is a fun way to earn some extra money on the side.
There are many mystery shopping companies that you can sign up with online and then you will be sent assignments in your area.
Once you have completed the assignment, you report back on your experience and get paid for it.
Realistic earning potential: $200 – $1000 per month plus free products
50. Offer data entry services.
Many businesses have a lot of data, more so today than at any other time in history, some of this data needs to be input manually into systems and databases.
If you can offer data entry services, then there is a big market for this, and it doesn’t need a great deal of experience or training.
You can work from home and input all kinds of data for businesses.
This is a great way to use your computer skills to make some extra money.
Realistic earning potential: $1200+ per month
51. Become a marketing consultant.
If you have a background in marketing, then offering your services as a freelance marketing consultant is a great option; every business out there needs marketing services, and if you are good at it, businesses will pay good money to use you.
You could offer services such as social media marketing, e-mail marketing, or even traditional marketing services.
This is a great way to use your skills to earn some extra money.
Realistic earning potential: $3000+ per month
52. Start a house staging business.
House staging is where you prepare a house for a potential buyer to view.
This involves making the house look as presentable and attractive as possible.
This is a great business to start as it does not require a lot of investment to get going.
All you need is some furniture and some basic decoration items.
You could even offer your services to real estate agents who are looking to make houses look more desirable to sell them quickly.
You can agree on a % of the fee for the sale or charge a set rate per room for staging; this is a great additional service to offer if you are an interior designer.
Realistic earning potential: $1000+ per month
53. Become a freelance e-mail marketer.
Do you have a knack for writing great e-mails? If so, you could become a freelance e-mail marketer and earn some extra money.
There are a lot of businesses out there that need help with their e-mail marketing campaigns and they will be willing to pay someone to do it for them.
Use a site like Mailchimp to manage e-mail lists and send out e-mail marketing campaigns
Realistic earning potential: $1500+ per month
54. Offer florist services.
If you like to arrange flowers, there is a good amount of money to be had creating flower arrangements for events, weddings, and general decoration in homes and businesses.
You can either offer a pre-set arrangement service where people can choose from a selection of your arrangements or you can offer a bespoke service where you work with the customer to create something unique.
You could also get contracts with hotels for constantly replacing the flower arrangements they have in their reception.
Realistic earning potential: $1200+ per month
55. Start a subscription box business.
Can you supply or manufacture a consumable that people need to replace often on a weekly or monthly basis?
You could start a subscription box business and send out your products to customers automatically on a regular schedule.
This could be anything from contact lenses to makeup, pet food to beer – if people need it and you can provide it, then a subscription box business could be for you.
The great thing about this business is that it is a regularly recurring income, so you have a more consistent extra cash flow.
Realistic earning potential: $2000+ per month (depending on products)
56. Become a cybersecurity consultant.
With more and more of our lives being based on the internet, internet security is a skill that is in high demand.
If you are knowledgeable about internet security you could become a cybersecurity consultant.
You can earn big money finding and repairing security loop holes in people’s systems as well as offering advice on how to protect against future attacks.
Realistic earning potential: $4000+ per month
57. Start a home tailoring business.
Men and women are paying a lot more attention to how they look lately and as such the requirement for tailoring services has shot up.
If you know how to take measurements and sew then you could start a home tailoring business where you go to your customer’s houses and make them look sharp in their clothing.
You could also do this virtually if you don’t want to travel, but it is a little more difficult to do if you are not with the person who needs the clothes altering.
Realistic earning potential: $1200+ per month
58. Offer professional organizing services.
Professional people who have more money than time will pay good money for someone to come in and organize a space such as a closet, dressing room or wardrobe.
This is a great business to start from home as you will only need a small amount of space to get set up and it can be done relatively cheaply.
You could also offer your services to local businesses that may have a lot of stock or paperwork that needs to be organized too.
Realistic earning potential: $1000+ per month
59. Start a domain name trading business.
If you are internet savvy you could start a business buying and selling domain names .
Domain names are bought and sold all the time, with some people making a lot of money from doing so.
You will need to research which domain names are in demand and then buy them when they expire before selling them on at a profit.
Use sites like GoDaddy and 123-reg to find domain names.
This can be a very lucrative business if done correctly.
Realistic earning potential: $1000+ per month
60. Teach an instrument.
If you can play an instrument well, like a guitar for example you could start a side hustle teaching people how to play the guitar.
There are plenty of ways to get students too; you could start by teaching kids in your local area or even give guitar lessons online.
This is something that can easily be started part-time then as you get more students it could become a full-time way for you to make money if you wanted it to.
Realistic earning potential: $1500+ per month
61. Become a motivational speaker.
Are you a naturally motivated person? Then you could start a side hustle as a motivational speaker.
This could involve giving talks at local businesses or schools on the importance of setting and achieving goals.
You could also coach people one-on-one to help them overcome any personal obstacles that are holding them back.
The sky really is the limit when it comes to becoming a motivational speaker and you could even end up doing this full time and charging a high price for consultation or ticket sales if it takes off, and this requires very little money to start.
Realistic earning potential: $1500+ per month
62. Start an airport shuttle service.
If you live near an airport and have a good size car another option for a side hustle is offering airport shuttle services, people will pay good money to have someone take them from their home to the airport and vice versa.
This is a great option if you don’t mind getting up early as most flights leave very early in the morning.
Realistic earning potential: $1000+ per month
63. Start a Patreon page.
If you have a large social media following, you can flip that into paying patrons using Patreon where you can give access to additional content that non-paying members don’t get to see.
This could be anything from behind-the-scenes footage, early access to new material or even just a monthly Q&A session.
If you have a creative niche then this is definitely a money making opportunity worth exploring.
Realistic earning potential: $1000+ per month (depending on what you are offering)
64. Start an Amazon FBA business.
An Amazon FBA business is a popular option for a side hustle at the moment as it requires very little upfront investment and can be done entirely online.
The basic premise is that you source products from China or elsewhere and then sell them on Amazon for a higher price, pocketing the difference.
This can be a great way to make some extra money but it does require some dedication as you will need to source and monitor your stock, and there will be an initial outlay for stock you buy from China.
Realistic earning potential: $2000+ per month
65. Start a beauty business.
If you have an interest in makeup and beauty you can start a beauty business from home with very little overhead.
All you need is a small investment in some quality products and the ability to do a great job.
There are numerous ways to get into the beauty business, from opening your own salon at home or on the high street to becoming a representative for a larger company, to working as a freelance makeup artist.
The sky is really the limit on this one.
Realistic earning potential: $1800+ per month
66. Offer dog training services.
If you are a dog lover a great side hustle to start is a dog training service, this could be group classes or one-to-one.
You will need to be good with dogs and understand their behaviour, but this is a great way to make some extra money on the side.
There are many dog owners out there who struggle with their pets and would love to have someone train their dogs for them.
This is where you come in, teaching the dogs the basics of behaviour or even training dogs for specific tasks like guide dogs or mental health dogs.
Realistic earning potential: $1500+ per month
67. Offer interior design services.
If you have an eye for interior design, another option for a low cost business to start is an interior designer.
There are many ways to get started in this business, from working with individual clients to design their homes, to working for a home builder or real estate developer to design homes.
There is also the option of starting an online interior design business, where you can offer your services and products to a wider audience online. This can be all be done from the comfort of your own home.
Realistic earning potential: $1200+ per month
68. Start a party planning business.
Starting a party planning business is a great way to earn extra income, especially if you love planning parties!
You can start by planning small parties for friends and family, and then expand your business to include corporate events, weddings, and other large-scale events.
To get started, you’ll need to create a portfolio of your previous work, as well as a list of clients and contacts who you can organise parties and events for.
You could also target businesses for larger events and earn more money.
Realistic earning potential: $1300+ per month
69. Start a clothing repair business.
Starting a clothing repair business is a great way to make some extra income on the side.
People are always looking for ways to save money, and one of the best ways to do that is by repairing their clothes instead of buying new ones.
There are a few things you’ll need to get started, such as a sewing machine, thread, and fabric scissors.
You’ll also need to be familiar with basic sewing techniques.
Once you have the necessary supplies, you can start advertising your services online or through word-of-mouth.
Realistic earning potential: $1200+ per month
70. Start a soap and body care products business.
Suppose you are into soaps and crafting, then why not produce your own soaps and body care products at home?
You will need to invest in a few supplies like soap molds, fragrance oils, and colorants.
But once you have these, you can start making a variety of different soaps and body care products to sell.
There are many different ways to market your products, from setting up an online store to selling at local markets and craft fairs.
You can start a social media page and ask people who buy your products for reviews; then, your business can spread via word of mouth.
Realistic earning potential: $800-$1200+ per month
71. Start a home catering business.
Are you a great cook?
Then why not look at starting a home-based catering business?
This side hustle is perfect if you love to cook for guests and entertain.
You can start small by catering for dinner parties and events and then expand your business to include corporate functions and weddings.
To get started, you’ll need to create a portfolio of your previous work, as well as a list of clients and contacts to who you can cater, start an Instagram page to show off your dishes, and build your business from there.
Realistic earning potential: $1500+ per month
72. Start a telesales business.
Are you great at cold calling? Are you great at convincing people to buy products? Well, telesales could be a great option for you as a side hustle.
There are a few ways to get started in telesales, from working for a company that provides leads to setting up your own business and finding your own clients.
You could also start an online telesales business, where you can offer your services to a wider audience.
Realistic earning potential: $1200+ per month
73. Become a driver/chauffeur.
If you want a relatively laid-back side hustle and you currently own a nice car, becoming a driver or chauffeur could be a great option for you.
You could start by driving for a rideshare company like Lyft or Uber and then expand your business to include corporate clients and events.
To get started, you’ll need to sign up with a rideshare company and then complete their training program.
Once you’re approved to drive, you can start picking up fares and earning money.
Realistic earning potential: $2000+ per month
74. Start a removals business.
When people move home, they need a removal company to help them move their belongings from one house to another.
If you have a van, this side hustle could be perfect for you.
To get started, you’ll need to create a website and some marketing materials, such as flyers and business cards.
You’ll also need to get insurance for your business.
Once you’ve got a few jobs under your belt, ask your clients to give you reviews on sites like Trustpilot, and word of mouth should spread, and you will gain more clients.
Realistic earning potential: $1000+ per month
75. Start a travel agency.
Everyone loves to travel, but nobody likes to organize all the stuff that goes with it.
If you love traveling yourself and are organized, then why not become a freelance travel agent?
You can start by helping friends and family plan their holidays and then expand your business by taking on corporate clients.
To get started, you’ll need to create a portfolio of previous work, as well as a list of clients and contacts who you can help plan travel for.
You can also join an agency if you want, such as travel counsellors.
Realistic earning potential: $2500+ per month
76. Start a painting and decorating business.
If you are a dab hand with a paintbrush, then you could start a painting and decorating business.
This side hustle is perfect if you’re looking for something physical and hands-on.
You don’t require a huge amount of equipment for this side hustle, and what you do need can be obtained at a relatively low cost.
To get started, you’ll need to create a portfolio of your previous work, as well as a list of clients and contacts to who you can offer your services, do work for a few clients, and always ask for a testimonial; this will get you more work via word of mouth.
Realistic earning potential: $2000+ per month
77. Start a legal advice/freelance lawyer business.
If you have qualifications in law, then you could start a side hustle by giving legal advice.
You could offer your services to individuals, small businesses, or even large corporations.
To get started, you’ll need to create a website and some marketing materials, such as flyers and business cards.
You can also join an agency if you want.
Once you’ve got all of your credentials, this can be built into a sizable business, and anything to do with the legal profession means big bucks, so keep building, and one day, you could open your own law firm.
Realistic earning potential: $5000+ per month
78. Deliver for Amazon.
Amazon is one of the fastest-growing businesses in the world, and as they continue to grow, they require more and more delivery drivers.
If you have a car or a van with a large trunk, this business could be perfect for you.
To get started, you’ll need to sign up with Amazon and then complete their training program.
Once you’re approved to drive, you can start picking up parcels and delivering them to customers.
Realistic earning potential: $1000+ per month
79. Become a financial advisor.
Are you good with numbers and have previous financial qualifications?
If so, becoming a financial advisor could be a side hustle for you.
You can offer your services to individuals or businesses and help them manage their finances.
This is a perfect way to use your skills to make some extra money on the side.
Realistic earning potential: $5000+ per month
80. Become a life coach.
Do you have your life in order and want to help others achieve the same level of success?
Being a life coach means guiding people on aspects of their life to help them get it in order and become successful.
You can offer your services to individuals or businesses and help them reach their goals.
Realistic earning potential: $4000+ per month
81. Start a market research agency.
If you like to get into the detail of things a side hustle you could start could be as a market researcher.
You will be responsible for acquiring data from many different sources and bringing them together into a comprehensive report.
You can offer your services to businesses who want to understand their target market better or councils or governments who want data on the public.
Realistic earning potential: $3000+ per month
82. Start a freelance animation business.
Many businesses are using animated explainer videos now to showcase their services or explain things to clients and customers.
These videos are becoming more and more popular, this means that there is a growing demand for animators.
If you have a passion for animation and video editing, starting your own freelance animation business may be the perfect side hustle for you.
To get started, create a portfolio of your work to show to potential clients then start reaching out to local businesses to tender your services.
Realistic earning potential: $2000+ per month
83. Start a window cleaning business.
There will always be a demand for clean windows so if you are looking for a side hustle which is really low cost and really easy to start then how about starting a window cleaning round?
You could start off cleaning the windows of your neighbours and then once you have built up a good reputation, you could start advertising your services online and in local shops.
You will need to invest in a good ladder and some quality window cleaning products but other than that, there are no real costs involved.
Realistic earning potential: $1500+ per month
84. Become a model.
Do you often get complimented on your looks and figure?
If so, starting a modeling side hustle can be a good way for you to make some extra income.
You will need to pay a photographer to create a portfolio for you. Then you can start by sending your portfolio images to agencies and see if they’re interested in working with you.
Once you start getting your first paid gigs and gaining some experience, you can start reaching out to sites like cmmodels.com for bigger gigs.
Realistic earning potential: $500 – $1000+ per month depending on the number of gigs
85. Start a photography business.
If you have photography and editing skills, then starting a side hustle as a photographer could be a good business for you.
There are lots of options with this, from wedding photography to portrait photography, commercial photography to drone photography.
You can even sell your photos as stock images. If you have the equipment and the skill to work a camera and editing software, you can earn some good money with this side hustle.
Realistic earning potential: $5000+ per month
86. Start a videography business.
As much of the content on the internet these days leans towards video, there is more and more requirement for videographers to provide the video content which can be used in place of still images.
Options are endless on this one. If you have some good video recording hardware and some video editing software and the skills to use it you are good to go.
You could also create wedding videos too which can be quite lucrative.
Realistic earning potential: $4000 – $5000+ per month
87. Start a PR business.
If you have experience in public relations, then starting a PR side hustle could be a great opportunity for you to earn some extra money. Businesses and individuals need to be portrayed in a certain way in the media and sometimes need to get out of some sticky situations with some good PR.
So if that is something you are able to offer people, then why not start offering your services?
Build your portfolio and increase your prices as you go.
You can charge a retainer for a service like this, where businesses pay you each month to keep you on standby.
Realistic earning potential: $3000+ per month
88. Start a furniture restoration business.
If you enjoy restoring old furniture to its former glory, then why not start a side hustle restoring or repairing old furniture?
You could buy old furniture, fix it up and sell it, or you could offer a service to repair and fix up furniture for people who need the service themselves.
For this you don’t need a huge amount of equipment to start, and if you are currently doing this anyway for yourself, you should have everything you need to hand already.
You can sell your upcycled furniture on eBay, gumtree, Craiglist, or Facebook Marketplace.
Realistic earning potential: $1000+ per month
89. Become a tour guide.
If you live in a major city popular with tourists, becoming a tour guide is one of the good small business ideas.
There are numerous ways to market your tour business, but the best way is to set up a website and then promote it on social media and online directories. You can also offer discounts to large groups who book in advance.
You can show them all the sights and landmarks of your city and provide them with facts and information they wouldn’t have been able to get anywhere else.
Realistic earning potential: $1000+ per month
90. Start a CV writing business.
If you have a skill for writing awesome CVs there are plenty of people who will pay good money for you to write their CV for them.
Everyone wants their dream job and if you can make it easier for them to land it then you can charge a premium for this.
Realistic earning potential: $1200+ per month
91. Start an estate agency.
If you are knowledgeable about real estate, then there is a fortune to be made in selling houses and commercial property.
You could start your own agency or join forces with an existing one.
This side hustle could quickly develop into a full-time job if you prove to be good at it, and the earning opportunities are really endless.
Realistic earning potential: $5000 – $10,000+ per month
92. Start an oven-cleaning business.
Where there is dirt, there is money.
As the old saying goes, if you don’t mind getting your hands dirty, then you can make a good side income by cleaning out people’s ovens.
Ovens get dirty over time, and people rarely give them the care they need.
With a little elbow grease, you can have an oven looking as good as new with minimal equipment and charge a good rate for doing so.
Realistic earning potential: $1500 per month
93. Start a handyman/woman business.
If you are into doing DIY jobs around your own house and can fix up shelves without them falling down, then why not offer your services to the local community to earn some extra money?
It could be especially helpful to elderly or disabled people who are struggling to keep on top of things, or just for people who don’t have the time to do general DIT, repairs and maintenance on their homes.
Realistic earning potential: $2500+ per month
94. Start a personal training business.
If you are a fitness fanatic then this could be the perfect side hustle for you.
You could start by training friends and family for free to build up a portfolio and then charge for your services once you have built up a good reputation.
People are always looking to get into shape so there will be no shortage of clients requiring your services.
Realistic earning potential: $2000+ per month
95. Start an ironing/laundry business.
If you don’t mind doing ironing or laundry there are plenty of people who will pay you to do theirs for them.
It’s a great way to make some extra money on the side, and is easy to set up and you probably already have everything you need to do it.
Realistic earning potential: $500 – $1000 per month
96. Become a wedding planner.
Did you organize your own wedding or a friend’s wedding, and it was a massive hit?
Then you could easily become a wedding planner and hustle your way to some extra income.
With the average cost of a wedding now hitting $30,000, there is plenty of scope for making money in this area.
You could start by planning smaller weddings on weekends and then gradually build up to bigger events.
Realistic earning potential: $5000+ per month
97. Start a garden maintenance business.
If you are a fan of gardening then starting a garden maintenance business is a great side hustle for you.
You can offer your services to both residential and commercial customers, meaning there is a large scope for scale with this venture.
To get started, all you need is some basic equipment and a vehicle to get around, you will need some public liability insurance then you are in business.
Realistic earning potential: $2000+ per month
98. Start a homemade jewelry business.
Are you good at art and crafts and do have an eye for detail and design? If you do then start a business making and selling homemade jewelry.
This side hustle is relatively low-cost to start up – you just need a good quality camera to take product photos, and an Etsy account to sell your creations.
Get your friends and family to wear some jewelry and create a buzz around your designs.
Realistic earning potential: $1200+ per month
99. Start a translation business.
Can you speak a foreign language?
If so, you could start a side hustle by translating documents from one language to another.
Many businesses and individuals have requirements for the translation of documents from one language into their native language, so this could be a great side hustle to start.
Realistic earning potential: $1200-$2000 per month
100. Become a marriage counsellor.
50% of marriages now end in divorce, this is a sad statistic, but if you have a way with words, maybe you can reduce this statistic and become a marriage counsellor. You will need a degree in psychology or sociology to get started with this side hustle.
There are many ways you can set up your business; you could be self-employed, work for an organization or set up your own practice.
You will be helping couples rebuild their marriage if they are going through a rough patch, so empathy is also a trait you need for this one.
Realistic earning potential: $3000+ per month
101. Start a babysitting/childcare business.
If you love children, then you could look at starting a childcare/babysitting business. You could start by babysitting for friends and family and then expand your business by offering your services to strangers.
To get started, you’ll need to create a profile on a babysitting website or app, such as Urban Sitter.
Once you’ve created a profile, you can start applying for babysitting gigs in your area; you may need to check the laws and rules in your area for needing background checks, etc. before you can start a business like this.
Realistic earning potential: $1000 – $3000 per month depending if solo or creating a full business
102. Start a pet sitting business.
This is a perfect side hustle if you love pets and are responsible and it can be a perfect way to earn some extra income, especially if you’re already pet-sitting for friends and family.
To get started, create a profile on a pet-sitting platform like Rover or Trusted Housesitters. From there, you can start applying for jobs in your area. Or you can simply start off by looking after family and friends’ pets.
Realistic earning potential: $500 – $1000 per month
103. Start a freelance will writing company.
Unfortunately, it is a reality that we are all not going to live forever, so there is no shortage of clients for this one.
Becoming a will writer is a perfect side hustle for people who want to work from home and have some extra time on their hands.
To get started, you’ll need to brush up on your legal knowledge and familiarize yourself with the process of writing a will.
Once you’re confident in your ability to write a legally-binding will, you can start to offer your services to friends and family first, then expand out as you gain confidence.
Realistic earning potential: $1500+ per month
104. Start a home cleaning business.
This is quite an easy side hustle to get going as everything you will need you will currently own to clean your own house.
Start off by completing the cleaning yourself and as you get more clients, start taking on staff to do the cleaning for you.
To get started, you will need to create some marketing materials, such as a flyer or business card.
You can then start approaching houses in your local area to see if they need a cleaner.
Realistic earning potential: $2000+ per month
105. Start an errand-running business.
Many people want things quickly these days and are prepared to pay anyone who can bring them something they need in a timely fashion.
If you don’t mind running around and doing errands for people, then this business could be perfect for you.
You could start by posting flyers in your local area and then expand your business by setting up a website and taking on clients from further afield.
Realistic earning potential: $500-$1000 when your business has been built up
106. Start a personal shopping business.
If you love shopping, then becoming a personal shopper may be the side hustle for you.
You can start by helping friends and family and then expand your business by taking on corporate clients.
To get started, you’ll need to create a portfolio of previous work, as well as a list of clients and contacts who you can help with their shopping.
Realistic earning potential: $2000+ per month
107. Rent out storage space.
If you have a space in your home or garage you don’t use; you can rent it out to others who need extra storage space.
This is especially useful if you live in a city where space is at a premium.
You can advertise your storage space online or through word-of-mouth.
Once you have renters, you’ll need to provide them with access to the space and collect rent on a monthly basis.
Realistic earning potential: $250-$1000+ per month (depending on city and amount of space)
108. Buy and sell collectibles.
If you enjoy finding hidden treasures, then you could make a side hustle out of buying and selling collectibles.
This can be anything from antiques to vintage clothing and everything in between.
To get started, you’ll need to do your research on what items are currently in demand and where you can find them for a good price.
Once you have found this, go out and start to find the collectible items you have researched, you can then sell them for a profit on sites like eBay.
Realistic earning potential: $1000+ per month
109. Rent out a van.
If you own a van or a large vehicle, you could rent out the use of it to people who need to move large items or a lot of items at once.
This side hustle is perfect for those who are already van owners and don’t mind renting out their vehicle for others to use, or you could even rent it out with you as the driver.
To get started, you’ll need to create a profile on a platform like Turo or Getaround.
You also need to check your insurance to make sure you are covered for this kind of thing.
Realistic earning potential: $1000+ per month
Final thoughts.
These are just a few side hustle ideas to get you started on your side hustle journey.
Remember, the key is to start small and build up your business gradually.
With a little dedication and hard work, you can soon be earning extra money on the side.
If you would like help with any more information about the top side hustles you can start right now let me know.
