How to make extra income while working full-time?

Being a Canadian, if you are working hard, and still struggling with meeting your financial needs by the end of the month, or are out of cash days before your next paycheck, then you must be desperate for another source of income. And if you are having trouble keeping your budget on track, it indicates that you require a side hustle. Of course, if you are working full-time, you will wonder how to take out time for a part-time job. Part-time jobs also have some restrictions, but we are going to give you some ideas that don’t restrict you of time and requirements, so you can use these side hustles freely to make some extra income along with your full-time job. You are your boss, so work whenever you can. 

 Ways to make extra money.  

Side hustles or passive incomes are gaining popularity and interest among people due to the wave of inflation all around the world. Canadians being the most creative and hard-working people are also looking forward to new opportunities for making money online, simultaneously with their full-time jobs. Here are a few ideas that can help you achieve your goal and make the best out of your monthly budget. 

• Brand ambassador

If you are a social media person, then a brand ambassador is a side hustle you might be looking for. When you become a brand ambassador, they will share a unique discount code with you, which you can spread out to your followers on Instagram, Facebook, etc. When someone buys these products by using your discount code, you will also get a specific percentage of commission, and it goes on with the number of products people purchase by using your discount code.

• Copywriter

If you are a passionate writer, and you know how to dig through different material to write content, then you can sell your copywriting services online, preferably on freelancing websites because there are always buyers looking for good, authentic writers who don’t use AI to aid their content.

• English teacher

English is a universal language. Every other person is working on their English to improve it or learn, if they are new to the language. So if you are proficient in English, then it’s a huge opportunity for you to tutor English to people who are looking for basic learning or to improve their language skills. You can ask around, seek clients from social media, or sign up for websites like Amazing Talker, etc.

• Food delivery driver

Everyone is so consumed by eating out, and the food delivery trend is going strong. Every here and there, people keep ordering food, groceries, etc. So they don’t have to go out. You can start by signing up with food delivery services like Amazon, DoorDash, Uber Eats, etc. You don’t even need a car for most of them, a bike or scooter will do, and in the meantime, you may earn tips as well. So, where’s the harm in it? You will be paid by the number of deliveries you make. So you can spend as much time as you got. 

• Pet sitter

 If you are an animal person, then this might be the best-suited job for you. If you want to be a pet sitter, you can offer your services to people who are going out for a vacation and need someone to pet sit. Your job is to care for their pets, feed them, love them like their owners, and medicate them when needed. Take care of their needs while in the absence of their owners.

Survey taker or focus group participant. 

You can sign up to the websites that pay to fill out the surveys. They don’t pay much, but when you sign up for multiple survey websites then you can make some money without doing a lot of work.

You can also become a focus group participant as there are paid focus groups where you will be required to fill out a survey to be accepted, it may take some time and when you are accepted, you will get paid. 

Point to ponder:

Such jobs are prone to scams. So, when you are searching for online side jobs, then you need to do your research wisely to avoid scammers.

• Transcriber

If you are a fast Typer, then you have a good probability of earning a decent income by transcribing. There are tons of transcribing jobs available online. Mostly, the transcriber is paid per word, but it varies from client to client and depends on the platform you are searching for your gig on.

• Upcycler

Many people love spending time upgrading things. If you are one of those enthusiasts, then upcycling can be a job for you. There are always things at home that just need a little upcycling and they can turn out to be a wonder. If you love working on such projects, then you can earn good money by selling upcycled items online. 

• Virtual assistant

Virtual assistant jobs are also available online. You can also find them on freelancing websites. The job of a virtual assistant is to assist their clients via the Internet, call, or email. They might need your services for handling online tasks such as sending and receiving emails, organizing data, or managing social media accounts. 

• Web developer

Web development is a skill that requires some practice and experience. If you have practiced that skill, then you can offer web designing services. Many people need someone to design their websites. You can also offer web design services to websites that are poorly designed or lack neatness and don’t look professional. 

• YouTuber

YouTubers are earning a lot of money these days. It doesn’t mean that you can start today, and you will be earning millions tomorrow. Sometimes, if you are lucky, it’s just one video that makes you famous by going viral, and you earn subscribers overnight. But that is not always the case, if you want to be a YouTuber, you need to sort out the niche first. When you start your channel, you should focus on what kind of content is getting popular and what people need to see. 

• Dropshipper

Drop-shipping is a great way to experience how it feels to do your own business. If you are an entrepreneur, or you want to be one, then being a dropshipper may be the best option for you as a side hustle. When you become a drop shipper, you promote and sell products online by creating an e-commerce store. Everything else like warehousing, shipping, and handling the orders will be done by 3rd party logistics, so all you have to do is marketing, by sitting at home. 

• Part-time driving jobs

Being an Uber or Lyft driver for several hours after your job timings couldn’t be so bad to earn some extra cash. In your 9-5 job, you mostly have to sit through the day, so what’s the harm in driving for a couple of hours to get your hands on some more money? Being part part-time driver works well for most people as it doesn’t take much to be an Uber or Lyft driver. You just need to fulfill the age limit, have a driver’s license, and a vehicle that’s not more than 10 years 10-year-old model, and you are good to sign up.

Looking for a side hustle with a full-time job might seem a little inconvenient to you. But these ideas we mentioned above do not have any time or money restrictions. You can work flexible hours, as much or as little as suitable for you. Once you start making money from the side hustle, you will be even more comfortable and productive. Let’s go hunt. Good luck!