17 ways to make money online in 2020 (2023)

Want to make money without leaving home during the coronavirus pandemic? Or do you want to find outWays to earn money onlineso you can finance your travels when the coronavirus passes?

Please note that the following article was published in 2020; For the latest version of this story with even more exciting ways to make money, watch"How to Make Money Online: 33 Ways to Work from Home (or Anywhere)."

international life– a website that helps people live and travel abroad – published an insightful report on50 ways to make money in retirement. The report is aimed at retirees who want to finance their lives abroad, but hHere's the tip: HFrom advice on opening a gallery, becoming a tour guide, or joining the craft beer revolution, find smart advice anyone can use to make money online. "No matter your skill level, no matter what you do now or in the past, there's an option that fits your own skills and passions." To dieInternationalLiving.com editors explain.

According to Jennifer Stevens, editor-in-chief ofInternational Life, toThe list is extensive, but not complete. "We created it to give people a sense of what's possible," says Stevens. “We've written a lot about the different ways expats make a living abroad. Sometimes it's with online work - like writing or dropshipping. Sometimes it's personal services they provide, from running a consignment shop to planning weddings. Certainly, online opportunities offer great flexibility and portability. But it is worth noting that entrepreneurs in many places tell us that it is much easier to start a business abroad because it is often cheaper and less bureaucratic than at home.”

While it might seem like an unusual time to start a new career, Jeff Opdyke - the Prague editor ofthe smart retireeand Contributor to International Living – says “It is up to us to learn how to take back control of our own lives, lifestyles and personal happiness.”

Opdyke also points out that despite all the damage the coronavirus has caused and is yet to come, the coronavirus could have some positive impacts on the world of work.“What this crisis is demonstrating is the ability of so many workers to leave their offices and work from home – or wherever that is,” he says. “In the cold corporate reckoning of a post-corona world, I think we will see more and more visionary companies realizing that there are huge cost savings in allowing employees to work from anywhere. There's no need to pay the cost of running a cell farm when the workers already have places to work - their home, a cafe, whatever. And I think we're going to see greater productivity because of that, because people are going to be motivated."

So the lesson here is that even though you're working from home right now, it could lead to you living and working abroad - and living your dream. Opdykeis the advice? "Be as productive as possible. Be overly productive. Step up your game so that when this is all over, you have a potential head start to talk to your bosses about trying to live remotely. Of course, this assumes you enjoy your work life. work from home. Not everyone will. But if you feel the freedom felt by those of us who work remotely, then now, in the midst of this crisis, is a huge opportunity for you to shine before the bosses notice.”

Whether you want to live in a foreign country one day, work from home only in the current coronavirus environment, or restructure your career so you can work remotely for good, rRead on for 17 ways to make money online. It is valuable informationduring this current economic crisis - and beyond.

After that, we have three creative ideas for making money fromInternational Living List that we dream of when the world returns to normal.

1. Sell your photos

Do you have photography skills or do you live in an area where photos are in demand? "Stock photography sites are huge collections of photographs covering almost every possible subject you can imagine," he advises.international life. How it works? Photographers can submit their images to one of many massive databases so magazine editors, designers, or any organization with a website can purchase them. And the great thing about stock sites is that photos can be sold as many times as you like, so you keep making money with no effort. Photography sites to check out includeShutterstockEGetty Images.

2. Create instructional videos

“In recent years, YouTube has become the go-to place for all kinds of video courses and guides.“, disse International Living."Instructors can monetize their videos by charging a subscription fee or password protecting content for paying customers only."This article provides some tipsby a realtor who made $100,000 in one month on YouTube. Another tip frominternational life: Know the phrases people are looking for. To find potential search phrases, start typing "how to [your topic]" into the YouTube search bar and watch what phrases are generated in the autocomplete dropdown. Make sure you use the same keywords when writing your video title, description, and tags.

3. Become a Copywriter

Do you want to earn a great income no matter where you live - a seaside home in Latin America, a historic city in Europe or even on a Greek island? Copywriting might be right for you. Accordinglyinternational Life,“Copywriting is a mega industry full of opportunities. And wanting people to feed them new marketing messages, and one of the best perks of the freelance writer lifestyle is that you can get paid in dollars... and still live pretty much anywhere in the world,” Express writershave tips on how to become a copywriterand is also a resource forjobs.

4. Teach English

"If you're a native English speaker, you may not know it, but you already have the best skills needed for a fun, sustainable income that can earn you a steady paycheck from anywhere in the world," says International Living. Some features includeGoOverseas.com,TeachAway(Tany online english for chinese students),iTutorGroup(Tany online English for Taiwanese kids and adults) andenglish hunting(Tevery English on the phone with adult learners in Korea)

5. Turn your interests into a podcast that pays

“Podcasting doesn’t have to be complicatedsays International Living. CommonMicrophone, laptop and free recording software, you're ready to go. Also, podcasts don't have to be every day (once a week is better) and are best when kept short. There are several ways to make money from a podcast. Commercial sponsorship is the most obvious, but you can also use it as a platform to promote your own products or services. NPR has a great guide to starting a podcast.Here.

6. Set up a content store and web development

Do you know how to do web and content development? You can offer these services to anyone through online tools that make it easy for you to develop beautiful websites. Some features includeWordPress,WeeblyEJoomlaGenericName.

7. Become a translator and interpreter

You speak another language Wherever you find expat communities - and where English is not the first language - you will need interpretation and translation services. You can also translate and interpret online.Here is a variety of resources for becoming a translator or interpreter.Here;one of the bestwe located, which is at the topshe is readyt-shirtsop 20 companies for remote work in 2020.

8. Try drop shipping

Have you ever heard of dropshipping? It is a retail method where the seller does not have physical inventory. When a customer places an order, you buy the item from a third party and they ship it directly to the customer. "That means you never have to spend a penny storing your products or maintaining your inventory," he advises.international life."And you never have to buy products in bulk hoping to sell enough to recoup your investment." This method can be done with online sales platforms such asEbayoramazonas. For more information about drop shipping, visitthis useful article from Shopify.

9. Lehrer

“Starting your own tutoring service can be a lucrative business that offers you a comfortable and flexible lifestyleadvises International Living. "The best part is that you can start a tutoring business in virtually any country in the world.” Tip: Offer discounts to customers who promote your business. “Word of mouth is still one of the most valuable marketing tools to have in the beginningadvises International Living. Tutors.com has a list ofThe best online tutoring jobs, and you can also sign up to be a tutor atTutorme.com.

10. Become a freelance proofreader

Proofreading is another lucrative online career. “Most agencies pay around 25% of the price of a translated document to a proofreaderadvises International Living. "Agencies charge about $75 to translate a standard five-page business document. So reviewing the same document – ​​which takes about an hour – makes about $18-20.” You can work full-time, part-time or 24/7. bistro media—a site that provides resources for media professionals—hatTips for becoming a proofreader.

11. Login for money

Are you a fast typist?Transcribing is easy: listen to an audio file on headphones and type it. “As a transcriber, your pay is directly related to how fast you typeadvises International Living. "Transcription jobs are paid by the audio hour (the length of the audio file) and not by the hour worked. The time spent on a transcription is affected by the quality of the audio, background noise, the speaker's accent and the speed at which it is spoken.” The average typist writing between 75 and 100 words per minute can complete an hour of audio in four hours of work. look at the companyRev.com, which hires freelance transcriptionists.

12. Create a blog to earn money

Do you have a specialty? Share your advice on a blog. If traveling is your specialty, think about what you have to offer: are you an expert in luxury or budget travel? Can you advise on specific activities like hiking or shopping? “The more specific you are, the easier it will be to attract an engaged audience and monetize your site.advises International Living. the pagesPlatzEWixhas tips for creating blogs and you can also host them.

13. Tap the ebook store

The e-book business is a great way to earn money. You can create your own (Light uphas instructions on how to do this). OrFind a book that is already in print and license it for online publication. You can pay the author royalties from 8-15% based on net sales or a one-time payment for online contentpostRight.

14. Set up an online course

Or go beyond writing an eBook and create an online course complete with tutorials, PDF downloads and videos. It's a great way to generate residual income as people can pay for the information and proceed at their own pace or ask questions about the course in a specific group.Here's a resource for creating and selling online courses:learning worlds, which allows everyone to benefit from their knowledge and experience by creating an online program.

15. Become a life coach (or even a travel coach)

“Life coaching is a thought-provoking and creative process that helps people focus on their personal and professional goals.advises International Living. "People use life coaching to overcome fear, build confidence, set goals and instill success habits.” You can find thousands of training programs online on how to become a life coach, and many certification programs offer full site setup once the training is completed. complete. If traveling is your specialty, you could even become a travel coach. To readthis storyabout a travel writer turned travel coach.

16. Become an audiobook narrator

“Audiobooks are an increasingly popular form of entertainment. The convenience factor of smartphones has led to an industry boom.advises International Living. "This creates a demand for freelance broadcasters.”This pagehas advice on how to become an audiobook narrator.

17. Internet surveys and surveys

Another way to earn good money is to surf the web in your spare time or fill out online surveys. "If you're looking for a way to earn an extra $1,000 to $2,000 a month with a part-time job, Internet research is for you," advises International Living. add the locationQmeeto your browser, and when you click on a search result, you earn money. You can also earn money by answering Qmee surveys and sharing your opinions about brands. Other survey sites includeSurveyBods,research addictEopinions appreciated. Another way to earn loads of small cash rewards along the way? With the new appCurrent, travelers can earn up to an extra $600 a year just by listening to music and multi-tasking.

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1. Agriculture and country life

“Farming can be one of the most rewarding lifestyles to startadvises International Living.“But many may find it too much work or too expensive to get started.” That may be true in the US, but there are options abroad that make life outside the country easier than you think – and you can make money doing it. It can be as simple as starting a vegetable garden to feed the family and earn a little extra money at the local farmer's market. Or you can oversee a large tract of land that generates large profits.

2. Operate an ecolodge

“In countries around the world, expats have discovered the joys – and rewards – of running an ecolodgeadvises International Living. "They're using a growing trend in ecotourism to fund their peaceful, nature-rich lives abroad - and they've discovered some of the most affordable and stunning destinations in which to do so.

Ecolodges are usually located in destinations that attract tourists looking for a holiday close to nature and can be set up anywhere they can be reached by public transport.

3. Try making cheese

Who doesn't love cheese? “Cheesemaking can be a satisfying and fun hobby, but it can also generate income.advises International Living. "Good cheese is in high demand in certain expat havens in Latin America.”

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