Boost your income! 3 ways to make money online

702’s Relebogile Mabotja speaks with Emma Odendaal of Dentsu School of Influence.

Listen below:

In a country where finding a formal job is increasingly challenging, internet-based income can offer relief.

The internet gives access to the entire world as a marketplace, which means there are far more ways to earn an income.

These are some of the ways you can use the internet to make money:

Digital Jobs and Gigs

From freelancing roles to virtual assistance, there are plenty of ways to use your skills to earn money online.

You can sign up for freelancing platforms such as Upwork, Freelancer or Toptal to find work relevant to your skill set, that you can do from the comfort of your home.

If you are a crafty or creative type, you may be able to make money selling your products on platforms like Etsy or Amazon.

Content Creation

If you have a popular social media page, whether it is YouTube, TikTok, Instagram or a podcast, you can monetise it to generate an income.

You can earn money through ad revenue, brand partnerships, merchandise or even subscriptions to your content.

“The number of people who see opportunities to be influencers or creators on the platforms is exploding.” 

- Emma Odendaal, Dentsu School of Influence

Odendaal says the best way to make money through content creation is by having content that is unique and stands out against what everyone else is doing.

Earn Passive Income

The internet has also become a good way to earn passive income.

You can earn money through affiliate marketing, where you benefit from referrals or product reviews, or you can invest through apps.

You can also create online courses or digital products that can sell indefinitely.

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