4 Side Hustles to Help Make You Extra Cash in 2020

*This is a collaborative post 

We all either want or need extra cash but with a full-time job, it can be hard to take on a part-time job on the side. ‘Side hustles’ are small freelancing jobs that can help you make some extra money on the side using skills you may already have.  

No matter what skills you have in 2020, it’s likely they can be transferred and used to create a side hustle that allows you to earn some money on the side. The internet has created a fantastic platform full of useful software tools and social apps that allow people to connect and work together much easier. 

Websites such as Upwork, Fiverr and Freelancer are currently helping millions of people find all manner of mini projects every day that help them earn extra cash. Here are 5 side hustles to help you make some extra cash in 2020.

Writing

Writers are in high demand all over the globe to help people and businesses create great content for their websites, e-books, blogs and newsletters. You can get in on this work very easily with nothing but an internet connection, a laptop and good grammar skills. 

If you have a particular niche topic you are interested in such as ethical living or hiking, you will be sure to find projects on offer that requires writers to produce content for these topics. One of the best websites to find writing projects like this is UpWork. All you need to do is sign up, create a profile, get accepted and then you can start sending proposals.

Accounting

Are you already working in an accounting role in your full-time job? If so, finding a side hustle as a bookkeeper or payroll assistant is incredibly easy. Many small businesses and startups no longer require hiring accounting staff full time so they look for freelancers that can complete individual projects for them instead. This saves them money and opens a door of opportunity for those skilled in accounting to make a bit of extra money.

You will find accounting projects up for offer on Freelancer where you will need to sign up and then send companies your proposal for their advertised work. Find out more today by visiting the Freelancer website.

Marketing

Marketing is one of the easiest areas to find a side hustle to make some extra cash. The skills are easy to use on a freelance basis so if you’re skilled in content marketing, SEO, PPC, graphic design or UX design then you have a great chance of earning some serious extra cash. 

Businesses all over the world are in constant demand for these skills on a project by project basis. Most marketing side hustles include writing blog posts, organising social media campaigns, building/editing websites or even creating new brand packaging. 

Marketing managers also have a lot of opportunities with businesses looking to hire a marketing or digital marketing manager for specific projects. Whatever marketing skills you may have, there is a very good chance that you can make good money on the side. 

Teaching English

English teachers are in extremely high demand right now, especially in countries like China where parents are seeking online tutors to help their kids learn and study English as a foreign or second language. This has opened up a huge opportunity for native English speakers who with the successful completion of a TEFL certificate and proof of their university degree can quite easily pick up a part-time teaching position. 

All you will need is a laptop, webcam and speakers to help children learn English. All training is usually provided by the school and you can get started within a matter of weeks. The pay is also very good starting at around $14-30 per hour depending on your demo class performance and any previous experience.