Do you want to make more money in 2016? Many people do, but are having difficulty figuring out how to accomplish the task. Short of quitting their current job for a new job that pays more, they are at a loss for how to make more money without affecting their current income. Fortunately, there are many ways to make more money in 2016 if you are willing to look for them. Here are some great ways to make more money in the new year.
Take On Freelance Work
There are many freelancing opportunities available for those willing to look for them. Job boards on the internet like Mediabistro and Elance provide some of the best opportunities and highest rates, but you may also be able to find customers willing to pay you for your skills on local service sites like Craigslist or in newspaper classified ads. Make sure you agree to a price for your services upfront to avoid conflict later in the process.
Become A Tutor
If there is a school subject that you are really good at and enjoy, consider becoming a tutor for that subject. You can work with an established group like Kaplan or you could make your services available to students, parents and schools in your community. If striking out on your own, create a website listing your services, rates, and hours so potential customers can easily see what you are offering.
Become A Temp Worker
If you have a regular schedule, but irregular hours, you can do temp work in your spare time to make more money. These jobs are on an as needed basis, so work may not always be available for your chosen hours. Check out a local temp agency that has a good reputation and see what they have to offer.
Sell Craft Items
There are many venues available where you can sell the items that you have crafted online, including Etsy, Cargoh, Craft Foxes and eBay. Before listing the items that you have made, do a quick search on the site to see what similar products are going for. That way, you can price your items competitively and increase your chances of scoring a buyer.
Run Errands For Others
Services are springing up that allow people to make more money by running errands for people that are unable to do it themselves. For this job, you will need to have a reliable vehicle and a good knowledge of how to navigate your local area. Sites like TaskRabbit or Zaarly will match you up with people that need your services or you can put your own ad on a local site like Craigslist to connect with people in your area.
Offer Your Services To Your Neighbors
There are a wide range of services you can offer to your neighbors to make more money in 2016. You can babysit children, walk dogs, cut grass, maintain gardens, shovel snow, or even do minor handyman tasks. In these cases, the best way to connect with new customers is by word of mouth, with your neighbors recommending you to other neighbors. You can also gain exposure by making up a small flyer and distributing it throughout your neighborhood.