Starting a side hustle is a great way to make some extra money while doing something you love. In this guide, we will provide you with all the information you need to get started. We will discuss the different types of side hustles, how to choose the right one for you, and what steps you need to take to get started. So, whether you are looking for a way to make some extra money or want to start your own business, this guide has everything you need!
– Mark Twain
“The secret to getting ahead is getting started.”
Types of Side Hustles
There are many different types of side hustles, and the best one for you will depend on your interests and skills. Some popular options include:
- Freelance writing
- Social media marketing
- Web design
- Graphic design
- Event planning
- Personal shopping
- Personal training
- Dog walking
- Delivering food or packages
- Photography
– Anais Nin
“Good things happen to those who hustle.”
Choosing the Right Side Hustle
When choosing a side hustle, it is important to consider your interests and skills.
What are you good at?
What do you enjoy doing?
Once you have answered these questions, you can narrow down your options and choose a side hustle that is right for you.
Below are activities that might help when thinking of your interests or what your skills are.
Interest ideas:
- cooking
- hiking
- exercise
- photography
- gardening
- fashion
- makeup
- travel
Skills:
- good with people/customer service
- artistic
- creative
- organized
- tech-savvy
- good with numbers/accounting
- bilingual
Business Plan
Once you have chosen a side hustle, it is time to get started!
The first step is to create a business plan. This will help you figure out your goals and how to achieve them. You should also research the competition and make sure there is a market for your product or service.
Once you have done all of this, you are ready to start your side hustle!
Now with this being said, you can jump right in and test the waters first.
For example Door Dashing – it only takes a clean driver’s license, car and gas money to get started. Oh plus a phone.
Another example is Fiverr – you can start now and have a service listed in minutes.
The main thing that I’m saying is “Don’t Fail to plan, you will plan to fail.”
Treat every side hustle as a business and you will make a lot more money.
Business plan advice
- KISS (Keep It, Super Simple)
- Elevator Pitch: this could be added to social media or a blog entry (30 seconds to explain what you do).
- Company or brand overview: who are you, and what do you stand for?
- What services or products do you offer and what problem do they solve?
- SWOT analysis: strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, threats.
- Know who your competition is.
How to Promote Your Side Hustle
There are many ways to promote your side hustle. The most important thing is to get the word out there and let people know what you are offering.
You can do this by creating a website or blog, promoting your business on social media, or even handing out flyers. Whatever you do, make sure you are getting the word out there so people can find you!
Start with people you are close with, those that love you will be willing to share what you have with the world.
Word of mouth is a powerful tool.
Key areas to focus on
- Social Media – this is a great way to reach out to potential customers. Make sure you are active on all the major platforms, such as Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
- Email Marketing – this is a great way to keep in touch with your customers and let them know about new products or services.
- Content Marketing – this is the way to attract new customers and promote your business. You can do this by writing blog posts, creating videos, or even offering free resources. Start on Medium, WordPress, or Wattpad.
“Some people want it to happen, some people wish it would happen, others make it happen.”
– Michael Jordan
Making Your Side Hustle Successful
The key to making your side hustle successful is to always be marketing and promoting your business. You should also constantly be looking for ways to improve your product or service.
Remember that any business or side hustle will take time, have patience, and never give up on your dreams!
Bringing it all together
Steps to follow:
- Write all of your interests and skills on paper or type it out. Number them for what’s most important to you and what you are most passionate about.
- Choose a side hustle that is right for you: Once you have answered these questions, you can narrow down your list and pick a side hustle that is right for you.
- Create a business plan: This will help you figure out your goals and how to achieve them. “If you fail to plan, you will plan to fail.”
- Start promoting your side hustle: Get the word out there by creating a website, blog, or social media account.
- Never give up: Remember that any business or side hustle will take time, have patience, and never give up on your dreams!
“The work you do while you procrastinate is probably the work you should be doing for the rest of your life.”
– Jessica Hische
Motivation to succeed:
“The only way to do great work is to love what you do. If you haven’t found it yet, keep looking. Don’t settle. As with all matters of the heart, you’ll know when you find it.” – Steve Jobs
You can read, you can watch tons of videos and you can plan all day. But, until you start the journey, you will never finish.
Ready – Choose the Side hustle
Set – Plan your side hustle
Go – Take action and start the journey
That’s it! You now have all the information you need to get started on your own side hustle. So, what are you waiting for? Get out there and make it happen! This post was written by Fiverr writer and side hustler Johnledford7. I hire freelancers to write on topics they are competent in so that we can all learn more. Read 5 Steps to Work Your Job While Traveling the World, Keep your Job While Developing Your Side Business and Make Money Online in 2022 for inspiration on developing your own side business. Subscribe for more business, sales and investing posts. Have a lovely day.
