Katherine McLee https://katherinemclee.com/ How To Make Real Money Online Tue, 03 Mar 2026 19:46:13 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.1 https://i0.wp.com/katherinemclee.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/cropped-sdffdg.png?fit=32%2C32&ssl=1 Katherine McLee https://katherinemclee.com/ 32 32 148049789 The Best Affiliate Programs for Beginners (That Actually Convert!) https://katherinemclee.com/affiliate-programs-for-beginners/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=affiliate-programs-for-beginners https://katherinemclee.com/affiliate-programs-for-beginners/#respond Tue, 03 Mar 2026 18:59:37 +0000 https://katherinemclee.com/?p=16208 In this post we are going to go over the best affiliate programs for beginners that actually convert. If you’ve been on my blog before you will know how much I love and talk about affiliate marketing. But just in case you are new, I’m going to go over the best way to get started with affiliate marketing to make money online. If you’re new to making money online in general, affiliate marketing is one of the easiest, fastest, and most beginner-friendly ways to start earning. The trick is finding the affiliate programs that are right for you. This doesn’t just mean the ones that either have high commission rates, have fun products or the ones you have seen other people talking about. There is a list of things I would always recommend you look for when looking to join an affiliate program.  I would always recommend you choose programs with products you like/know, with a brand you trust, has a good commission rate, a good conversion rate, a long cookie period and has good customer service.  You can also always make sure the brand offers good marketing material but if it’s something you are keen to promote, you can work around this. There are exceptions to the list for some of the things mentioned, but we will go over that in this post.  Choosing the wrong programs is often why many people give up before they ever see their first sale. I’m writing this post to help change that so you can make money online with affiliate marketing! I’ve put together a list of some of the best, highest-converting affiliate programs for beginners. These are all programs that are easy to join, simple to promote, and proven to convert well even if you have low traffic or are just getting started! By the end of this post, you’ll know exactly which programs to join that are right for you. Along with how to promote them, and how to make your first affiliate income. Let’s get into the best affiliate marketing programs for beginners that actually convert. What Makes an Affiliate Program “Beginner-Friendly”? Before we get into the list of affiliate marketing programs, it’s important to understand what it is that makes a program suitable for beginners. As not all of them are – for a range of reasons.  Not all affiliate programs are created equal. So here’s what to look for when looking for a beginner friendly program: 1. Easy or No Application Process (this matters most!) When you’re just starting out, you don’t need long approval forms or “minimum audience” requirements. (Or if they do, they are very small.) Programs that accept beginners immediately (or within minutes) let you get started in promoting your link right away instead of waiting weeks to hear back if you have been accepted or not. Once you are making money from a couple of the “easy” ones and as your audience grows, you can then start applying to the others that can take some time to get approved.  2. Low Payout Threshold This is something we rarely think of until afterwards lol. But a low payout threshold is honestly so much better when you are first getting started. If a program only pays out after $100+ or $500+ etc it can take forever to see your first payment. Especially if you get $8 per sale as an example. A lower threshold (like around $20) helps you stay motivated and actually see results early on and get the cash a lot sooner. 3. High-demand, Popular Products Your clicks will convert best when the products already have demand. You shouldn’t need to “convince” people or sound too salesy. They should already want what you’re recommending! (Or at least heard of the concept of it if you are introducing something new). Digital tools, Shopify/Online Stores, hosting, email providers, legal template bundles, and everyday items tend to convert incredibly well as people are already looking for/needing these. 4. High-Trust Brands People buy from brands they recognise, trust and feel comfortable with.Established companies = higher click-through rates and therefore higher conversions.  When you recommend familiar names, your audience doesn’t need convincing as they already trust the company. (Think Amazon, Sephora, Mailerlite etc). You can focus on the benefits of the exact product or service you are promoting, as you don’t need to convince anyone of the reliability of that brand. 5. Recurring Commissions Recurring commissions is the dream scenario lol. It works the same as when people buy a single product or service. The difference is that instead of a one off payment, you get paid every month that user stays subscribed. This is how beginners start building their income without constantly chasing/needing new sales. If you’re new to affiliate marketing, it really helps to understand how it all works before choosing programs. I’ve broken this down step-by-step in Affiliate Marketing for Beginners: How to Make Your First $1,000, and if you want a broader overview of how affiliate marketing actually makes money long-term, How To Make Money With Affiliate Marketing walks you through the full picture. The Best Affiliate Programs for Beginners (That Actually Convert!) Now to the actual list…  These affiliate programs are beginner friendly, easy to promote, and known for converting well. These programs are aimed more at products/services in blogging, online business, digital products, and content creation niches etc. 1. Amazon Associates Why it converts: Amazon is one of the easiest affiliate programs for beginners because everyone already knows, trusts, and uses it. At the very least they have heard of it! It’s super easy to get accepted into. You just need your own website/where you will be promoting your links and they will check it. Amazon’s huge product range means you can link to almost anything. This could be blogging tools, home office items, books, planners, décor, literally whatever your niche covers lol.  Plus with the Amazon affiliate program, when someone clicks your link, if they then bought 5 unrelated things, as long as it’s within 24hrs, you will get commission on those too! So as much as the commission percentage isn’t huge, it can add up lol. This is often the first program people join with the variety of products on there. The only thing to note is that amazon requires you to make 3 affiliate sales within 180 days and if this doesn’t happen you have to re-apply. So it may be worth waiting until you have a few readers before applying, but you can always reapply if needed! Beginner benefits: Easy to get started Amazon is one of the most accessible affiliate programs for beginners. It has a simple sign-up process and anyone with a website can join! Just remember that 3 sale minimum before applying. A really easy way to start with physical products Amazon lets you promote everyday items that people already buy. This makes it feel more natural than software or services when you’re just starting out. People trust Amazon Amazon is already familiar to most people, which can make affiliate links feel natural within your niche/content rather than disruptive or forced as it’s a site people recognise. Good for getting comfortable with affiliate links It’s often one of the first programs people use, simply because it’s simple to join, no audience threshold and it helps you understand how affiliate links work in real content before branching out elsewhere! The payout threshold (as of now) is only $20 too which is amazing. This means you only need to make $20 in comissions before seeing the money in your account! 2. Perfecting Blogging Course Affiliate Program Why it converts: Beginner bloggers want step-by-step guidance, and a high-quality(!!!) blogging course removes the overwhelm instantly as it walks them through the info they actually want and need. Courses convert really well because people want results fast. This means they’re willing to invest when something feels good value, clear, simple, and beginner-friendly. This is especially true when you’ve personally taken the course and can speak from experience as I do all the time with the blogging course I swear by lol. To check that course out, you can find all the information here! If you have taken a different course that you love, check if they have an affiliate program as a lot of online tools do!  Beginner benefits: You can earn real commissions without needing thousands of views Blogging courses often have higher payouts per sale, which means you don’t need huge traffic numbers to see good results. Even a small, engaged audience can be enough to generate commissions even early on. Courses solve a clear problem This means that they naturally convert as people are already looking for the information. When someone is searching for a blogging course, they’re usually stuck or looking for a recommendation. The nice thing is that if someone is looking for a course, you’re just pointing them toward a recommendation they are already looking for! Win-win. You don’t need to be an expert You’re just sharing tools that genuinely helped youYou’re not teaching the course yourself lol. You’re simply recommending something that helped you and your own progress. This means it’s authentic and achievable, rather than putting pressure on you to create your own course. One review post can earn commissions for months or years Course review posts (for high-quality courses!) tend to be good evergreen content. This means that once they’re published and getting traffic (from Google or Pinterest etc), they can continue bringing in traffic and so affiliate income, long after the initial work post was published. People who look for courses are serious about their blog People buy courses when they are already motivated to invest in themselves and their blog or business.Unlike more random type purchases, course buyers are usually serious about learning and actually using the information. That mindset makes them more likely to commit and follow through if they like the sound of the one you are promoting. Fewer clicks are needed to reach your first payout This is because the commission per sale is higher! This will vary course to course depending which platform they are on, but from experience for example, basically every commission I make from this course here (it sells well because I took it and love it lol) means I get the payment in real money, really quickly. This was a big one for me when I started out. Higher commissions mean you don’t need dozens or hundreds of sales to hit a payout threshold. This can make courses especially appealing if you are newer and are still building traffic but want to see your sales turn into real money sooner lol. As mentioned above, I have a detailed full review of this blogging course if you want to see everything it includes and why it helped me so much. If you want to see if it’s right for you, you can find that post here. 3. Shopify Why it converts: Shopify is so so beginner-friendly and removes all the techy/coding stress from selling products. Whether someone wants to sell digital products, physical items, or start a full shop, Shopify is the easiest way to get going. As there’s a huge demand for ecommerce right now, Shopify tends to convert fast for creators in the money-making niche. It’s simple to use, affordable and is a brand everyone knows and trusts. This is important as it makes for a perfect affiliate program. The payout time is a bit longer with Shopify. This is because they offer a free trial and 3 months at just $1 a month so you get paid after this timeframe if your customer then goes straight into the paid plan. Beginner benefits: Anyone can set up a store in a few clicks Shopify removes a lot of the technical faff that stops people from getting started in the first place. Because it’s genuinely easy to set up, more people follow through rather than giving up halfway, which helps conversions....

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In this post we are going to go over the best affiliate programs for beginners that actually convert.

If you’ve been on my blog before you will know how much I love and talk about affiliate marketing.

But just in case you are new, I’m going to go over the best way to get started with affiliate marketing to make money online.

If you’re new to making money online in general, affiliate marketing is one of the easiest, fastest, and most beginner-friendly ways to start earning.

The trick is finding the affiliate programs that are right for you.

This doesn’t just mean the ones that either have high commission rates, have fun products or the ones you have seen other people talking about.

There is a list of things I would always recommend you look for when looking to join an affiliate program. 

I would always recommend you choose programs with products you like/know, with a brand you trust, has a good commission rate, a good conversion rate, a long cookie period and has good customer service. 

You can also always make sure the brand offers good marketing material but if it’s something you are keen to promote, you can work around this.

There are exceptions to the list for some of the things mentioned, but we will go over that in this post. 

Choosing the wrong programs is often why many people give up before they ever see their first sale.

I’m writing this post to help change that so you can make money online with affiliate marketing!

I’ve put together a list of some of the best, highest-converting affiliate programs for beginners.

These are all programs that are easy to join, simple to promote, and proven to convert well even if you have low traffic or are just getting started!

By the end of this post, you’ll know exactly which programs to join that are right for you. Along with how to promote them, and how to make your first affiliate income.

Let’s get into the best affiliate marketing programs for beginners that actually convert.

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What Makes an Affiliate Program “Beginner-Friendly”?

Before we get into the list of affiliate marketing programs, it’s important to understand what it is that makes a program suitable for beginners. As not all of them are – for a range of reasons. 

Not all affiliate programs are created equal. So here’s what to look for when looking for a beginner friendly program:

1. Easy or No Application Process (this matters most!)

When you’re just starting out, you don’t need long approval forms or “minimum audience” requirements. (Or if they do, they are very small.)


Programs that accept beginners immediately (or within minutes) let you get started in promoting your link right away instead of waiting weeks to hear back if you have been accepted or not.

Once you are making money from a couple of the “easy” ones and as your audience grows, you can then start applying to the others that can take some time to get approved. 

2. Low Payout Threshold

This is something we rarely think of until afterwards lol. But a low payout threshold is honestly so much better when you are first getting started.


If a program only pays out after $100+ or $500+ etc it can take forever to see your first payment. Especially if you get $8 per sale as an example.


A lower threshold (like around $20) helps you stay motivated and actually see results early on and get the cash a lot sooner.

3. High-demand, Popular Products

Your clicks will convert best when the products already have demand.


You shouldn’t need to “convince” people or sound too salesy. They should already want what you’re recommending! (Or at least heard of the concept of it if you are introducing something new).


Digital tools, Shopify/Online Stores, hosting, email providers, legal template bundles, and everyday items tend to convert incredibly well as people are already looking for/needing these.

4. High-Trust Brands

People buy from brands they recognise, trust and feel comfortable with.
Established companies = higher click-through rates and therefore higher conversions. 

When you recommend familiar names, your audience doesn’t need convincing as they already trust the company. (Think Amazon, Sephora, Mailerlite etc).

You can focus on the benefits of the exact product or service you are promoting, as you don’t need to convince anyone of the reliability of that brand.

5. Recurring Commissions

Recurring commissions is the dream scenario lol. It works the same as when people buy a single product or service. The difference is that instead of a one off payment, you get paid every month that user stays subscribed.


This is how beginners start building their income without constantly chasing/needing new sales.


If you’re new to affiliate marketing, it really helps to understand how it all works before choosing programs. I’ve broken this down step-by-step in Affiliate Marketing for Beginners: How to Make Your First $1,000, and if you want a broader overview of how affiliate marketing actually makes money long-term, How To Make Money With Affiliate Marketing walks you through the full picture.


woman with black nail polish and wearing jewellery counting out a lot of cash in front of a notebook and pen

The Best Affiliate Programs for Beginners (That Actually Convert!)

Now to the actual list… 

These affiliate programs are beginner friendly, easy to promote, and known for converting well. These programs are aimed more at products/services in blogging, online business, digital products, and content creation niches etc.

1. Amazon Associates

Why it converts:


Amazon
is one of the easiest affiliate programs for beginners because everyone already knows, trusts, and uses it. At the very least they have heard of it!

It’s super easy to get accepted into. You just need your own website/where you will be promoting your links and they will check it.

Amazon’s huge product range means you can link to almost anything. This could be blogging tools, home office items, books, planners, décor, literally whatever your niche covers lol. 

Plus with the Amazon affiliate program, when someone clicks your link, if they then bought 5 unrelated things, as long as it’s within 24hrs, you will get commission on those too! So as much as the commission percentage isn’t huge, it can add up lol.

This is often the first program people join with the variety of products on there. The only thing to note is that amazon requires you to make 3 affiliate sales within 180 days and if this doesn’t happen you have to re-apply. So it may be worth waiting until you have a few readers before applying, but you can always reapply if needed!

affiliate programs for beginners network of faces connected together

Beginner benefits:

Easy to get started

Amazon is one of the most accessible affiliate programs for beginners. It has a simple sign-up process and anyone with a website can join! Just remember that 3 sale minimum before applying.

A really easy way to start with physical products

Amazon lets you promote everyday items that people already buy. This makes it feel more natural than software or services when you’re just starting out.

People trust Amazon

Amazon is already familiar to most people, which can make affiliate links feel natural within your niche/content rather than disruptive or forced as it’s a site people recognise.

Good for getting comfortable with affiliate links

It’s often one of the first programs people use, simply because it’s simple to join, no audience threshold and it helps you understand how affiliate links work in real content before branching out elsewhere!

The payout threshold (as of now) is only $20 too which is amazing.

This means you only need to make $20 in comissions before seeing the money in your account!

2. Perfecting Blogging Course Affiliate Program

Why it converts:


Beginner bloggers want step-by-step guidance, and a high-quality(!!!) blogging course removes the overwhelm instantly as it walks them through the info they actually want and need.

Courses convert really well because people want results fast. This means they’re willing to invest when something feels good value, clear, simple, and beginner-friendly.

This is especially true when you’ve personally taken the course and can speak from experience as I do all the time with the blogging course I swear by lol.

To check that course out, you can find all the information here!

If you have taken a different course that you love, check if they have an affiliate program as a lot of online tools do! 

perfecting blogging course image display

Beginner benefits:

You can earn real commissions without needing thousands of views

Blogging courses often have higher payouts per sale, which means you don’t need huge traffic numbers to see good results. Even a small, engaged audience can be enough to generate commissions even early on.

Courses solve a clear problem

This means that they naturally convert as people are already looking for the information. When someone is searching for a blogging course, they’re usually stuck or looking for a recommendation. The nice thing is that if someone is looking for a course, you’re just pointing them toward a recommendation they are already looking for! Win-win.

You don’t need to be an expert

You’re just sharing tools that genuinely helped you
You’re not teaching the course yourself lol. You’re simply recommending something that helped you and your own progress. This means it’s authentic and achievable, rather than putting pressure on you to create your own course.

One review post can earn commissions for months or years

Course review posts (for high-quality courses!) tend to be good evergreen content. This means that once they’re published and getting traffic (from Google or Pinterest etc), they can continue bringing in traffic and so affiliate income, long after the initial work post was published.

People who look for courses are serious about their blog

People buy courses when they are already motivated to invest in themselves and their blog or business.
Unlike more random type purchases, course buyers are usually serious about learning and actually using the information. That mindset makes them more likely to commit and follow through if they like the sound of the one you are promoting.

Fewer clicks are needed to reach your first payout

This is because the commission per sale is higher!

This will vary course to course depending which platform they are on, but from experience for example, basically every commission I make from this course here (it sells well because I took it and love it lol) means I get the payment in real money, really quickly.

This was a big one for me when I started out. Higher commissions mean you don’t need dozens or hundreds of sales to hit a payout threshold. This can make courses especially appealing if you are newer and are still building traffic but want to see your sales turn into real money sooner lol.

As mentioned above, I have a detailed full review of this blogging course if you want to see everything it includes and why it helped me so much. If you want to see if it’s right for you, you can find that post here.

3. Shopify

Why it converts:


Shopify is so so beginner-friendly and removes all the techy/coding stress from selling products. Whether someone wants to sell digital products, physical items, or start a full shop, Shopify is the easiest way to get going.

As there’s a huge demand for ecommerce right now, Shopify tends to convert fast for creators in the money-making niche.

It’s simple to use, affordable and is a brand everyone knows and trusts. This is important as it makes for a perfect affiliate program.

The payout time is a bit longer with Shopify. This is because they offer a free trial and 3 months at just $1 a month so you get paid after this timeframe if your customer then goes straight into the paid plan.

shopify logo leading to free trial and 3 month offer

Beginner benefits:

Anyone can set up a store in a few clicks

Shopify removes a lot of the technical faff that stops people from getting started in the first place. Because it’s genuinely easy to set up, more people follow through rather than giving up halfway, which helps conversions.

The free trial and the trial period are SO GOOD

As of now, Shopify is offering a free trial for a few days and 3 months for $1 a month. This offer means people are more keen to try it as they have so long to do so to see if it’s right for them. Having such a good initial offer makes a big difference. People feel more comfortable trying Shopify when they know they have time to try it properly before committing. 

Clean, stress-free dashboard

This matters (probably more than you realise) because online tools that feel simpler tend to be easier for people to stick with. When someone clicks through and isn’t immediately overwhelmed, they’re more likely to have a go and really see if it’s right for them, instead of just closing the tab lol.

Works for both digital and physical products

Shopify isn’t limited to one type of business which is a huge plus. It works just as well for digital products such as planners or printables as it does for physical products like stationery, mugs or handmade items! This means that anyone can use Shopify, no matter what it is they want to sell.

Pinterest loves Shopify

Shopify stores are designed to help people clearly go from browsing what they want, to buying said product. This makes them a good fit for promoting to your Pinterest traffic. Instead of sending your audience to pages that aren’t built for selling things from pinterest, linking to a proper storefront creates a better experience for people coming from your pins directly.

If you want a full breakdown of how Shopify works and why I recommend it for beginners (and for everyone!!) I wrote a complete post about it here.

4. MailerLite

Why it converts:

Beginners know they need an email list, but most email platforms feel overwhelming and expensive. Often this is the case lol.

The beauty of MailerLite is that it’s simple, beginner-friendly, and has a really good free plan. This makes it the perfect starter point into email marketing for anyone who wants to utilise it.

I started with a different platform, found it confusing, went for the free plan on mailerlite, loved it from the start, still use it now, and only upgraded in my own time when I needed to!

Anything with a trustworthy brand that solves a problem and offers a free trial or free plan is always a good idea!

MailerLite is such a huge and well-respected name in the email marketing space. And people looking at email marketing platforms (even the free plans) are serious about their online business.

mailerlite logo to promote the email marketing tool

Beginner benefits:

Start for free 

This is huge as your audience can build their email list without ANY upfront cost. No free trial, a straight up free plan for up to 500 subscribers!The free plan makes it much easier for anyone to join because there’s no worry about being locked in to any subscription cost. It allows anyone to start building their email list straight away. 

Drag-and-drop everything

This was a huge factor for me when I was initially choosing an email provider. No design skills, no coding, no stress!
Everything in MailerLite
is super clear and visual and drag-and-drop lol. This makes it easy to play around with and use. Emails, forms, and even full landing pages can all be set up without needing to code anything! This is reassuring for people who feel intimidated by email marketing to begin with.

Automations that don’t feel scary

Automations (the emails you set up that go out automatically) are presented in a reallly simple-to-follow set up. Things like welcome emails, freebie emails, follow-ups, and other sequences can be set up without needing to understand complicated sequences or funnels. This makes email marketing feel far more approachable!

If you want a low-key example of this, this freebie triggers a simple automated email so you can see how it works. Plus you’ll get the freebie to keep lol.

Ideal for growing an audience from day one

MailerLite works really well whether someone has zero subscribers or is starting to grow more. There is the free plan and then various other levels. It’s simple enough to start with, but then also flexible enough for people to continue using as their numbers grow, which makes it a great long-term option.

5. HostGator

Why it converts:


Every new blogger who wants their own blog needs hosting. There’s no way around it.

Choosing hosting is tricky as from the outset, a lot of them look the same. That does not mean they are all created equal.

A hosting company that is affordable, has good and reliable customer service (like 24/7 live chat), and does what you need it to is important and will save you a lot of stress down the line.

I’ve used HostGator for YEARS for multiple sites, and still use them to this day. 

HostGator converts well because it’s affordable, beginner-friendly, and has amazing customer service.

When you explain it in a simple, non-intimidating way, beginners are much more likely to sign up using your link because they trust your recommendation. This is especially important if you have real experience of the product.

Beginner benefits:

Hosting is something every blogger needs

Any blogger who isn’t just a hobby blogger needs hosting. Every website needs it, regardless of niche, which is why it fits in so naturally when you’re already chatting about your site, the tools you use, or how everything’s set up. People want recommendations. If you use a quality hosting provider you enjoy such as Hostgator or any other with a good affiliate program, promote it!

Affordable pricing makes it an easy choice

One of the reasons HostGator works well is that the entry-level plans are affordable. It doesn’t feel like a huge financial purchase, which helps people feel more comfortable getting started rather than putting it off.

It fits naturally as a resource link

Hosting doesn’t need a big explanation or a dedicated blog post. If you already use it yourself (which we are assuming you do lol), it’s easy to include as a simple resource link. This could be in things like a tools and resources page or even a casual “what I use” link. Of course it could be just answering a comment question too! This way it’s truthful and helpful but without it feeling forced.

It’s a well-known, trusted option

HostGator is a familiar name when it comes to high-quality but affordable hosting. This is not only amazing for you, but it then helps remove initial hesitation from others about who to use for their own site. When your readers recognise the name something AND have your own experience/recommendation, they’re more likely to feel comfortable choosing them as their own hosting provider.

It can work even with smaller audiences

Hosting is often one of the first things people sort when they’re setting up a site, for obvious reasons. So it really doesn’t rely on needing huge traffic or overly- complicated funnels to earn commission from it. If you’re already using it and loving it and then sharing your experience, that’s all people need to know.

Of course you can promote your own hosting company if you chose one other than HostGator. Make sure you do trust and love your hosting provider, that they are a good recommendation and that they have a good affiliate program. If all is good then go for it!

I only promote HostGator personally as I have been with them for well over 10 years across multiple sites and they are still really affordable, so helpful if you ever have issues and they have done me well this far!

6. Legal Pages Bundle

Why it converts:


Legal templates are one of those things bloggers often panic about because they know they need them but have no idea where to start lol.

As a blogger you will know that you have to have all of your legal pages and up and live on your blog. We also all know that free templates are free for a reason and don’t cut it in terms of being actually covered lol.

Promoting something you already use is key.  

For me I use this exact blogging bundle as it’s written by a Lawyer, specifically for bloggers. It was a one time purchase for all the page templates. The templates took 10 minutes to edit to my specific circumstances and website, and then they were live – done!

Bloggers (especially newer ones) will want a direct link to the exact legal templates/pages you use as it’s not something anyone wants to get wrong.

A done-for-you legal bundle removes all the stress instantly of knowing exactly which pages they need and exactly where to get them. 

If you have the same bundle I have (I know a lot will do as it’s such good value and means you are covered in like 10 mins flat), you can of course promote that as they have a really good affiliate program too that you can join once you have the bundle yourself.

The starter bundle is perfect for newer/smaller businesses!

If you got your legal pages from a different Lawyer/source, they may have an affiliate program too. This is always worth a look as like mentioned above, things like legal pages are something people want the EXACT link to, so they don’t get it wrong!

Beginner benefits:

Every website needs them

Legal pages are something every website needs, but most beginners either don’t know where to start or where to get them. This then makes this a very natural and helpful affiliate recommendation for a bundle or pages you are already using.

Easy to include naturally

Perfect fit for blog content no matter your niche. It’s easy to include in posts like how to start a blog or if your niche isn’t blog related, it’s perfect in your “tools and resources” page, making it beginner-friendly, easy and natural to promote.

Saves time and stress

Explaining that this as a done-for-you solution (rather than figuring it out themselves) makes it feel like a relief purchase, because it is! Legal pages are not something to guess at, so having that direct link makes it easier for everyone.

Doesn’t matter your niche

New bloggers (sensibly!!) often want to “do things properly” from the start. And they need legal pages. This then makes legal page bundles especially relevant for you to promote even early on with smaller traffic levels.

7. Blog Theme

Why it converts:


A blog theme is one of those upgrades where people can instantly see the difference. A cleaner layout, better spacing, nicer fonts and suddenly the site just feels more professional. And readers pick up on that straight away!

A lot of new bloggers don’t rush into buying a theme. They’ll often start on a free one (I think we all did!) then reach a point where something just feels… not quite what they are after aesthetics wise.

It could be that their blog doesn’t look how they imagined or maybe feels cluttered, or they’re just ready for it to look and perform better. That’s usually when a theme recommendation lands at the perfect time, and is why it feels helpful, not pushy as it’s them who is looking for a new theme that they like the look of.

The fact they can see your theme live means they can literally see it in action. Seeing a theme on a real blog helps people picture their own site looking that way too. If it’s what they are looking for, it’s another win-win!

One of the other reasons that themes convert well is that they’re (usually) a one-off purchase but makes a huge difference to the whole feel of the website!

The theme I use on my blog is this one here, and I’ve loved it and used it for years now. Plus their affiliate program is great. 

That said, themes are very much a personal preference so what works for one blog won’t necessarily be right for another. If you love yours and it offers a good affiliate program like my preferred theme does then you can promote that instead!

(As a quick example of what I mean by a “great” affiliate program, this theme’s affiliate program offers 70% commission lol. There is a $100 payout threshold but with 70% that can add up fast, plus it’s paid monthly!)

ashe pro premium blog theme example page

Beginner benefits:

Everyone needs a theme

Themes work well to promote/recommend because they’re one of those things that just makes sense to mention. Anyone who has a website has one, no matter what niche they’re in lol so it doesn’t feel weirdly specific or like you’re forcing it into content. You’re just recommending something you already use and love.

There’s also not much explaining needed.

Most people will already know what a theme is. Plus if they’re on your site reading your post, they can literally see the result and aesthetic for themselves, which makes it feel more like “oh, that’s how they got their site to look like that” rather than you trying to talk them into anything.

Affordable, one off purchase

A big reason is that themes are (usually) a one-off purchase. Some aren’t but most of the time themes are a one off payment and then free updates for life just as this one is. That means there’s no monthly payment, no ongoing commitment, it’s just a straightforward one-off decision.

It can be recommended naturally

And the best part is you can mention a theme in a really natural. It fits into any niche when you’re talking about things like your website setup, the tools/resources you use, how you run things behind the scenes, or even just when someone asks what theme you’re using because they like the look of your site.

If you’re curious about the theme I use on this blog (and have done for years now as I still love it lol) it’s this one here. Super customisable, fast and affordable with free updates!

Quick Tips for Getting Your First Affiliate Sale Fast

Promote things you actually use

Promoting products you already use, trust and love will make things so much easier. If you promote products you are unfamiliar with, people can tell. If you stick to what you know – especially initially – you will find getting your first sales so much easier.

Add links high up in your blog posts


While spamming links is never the answer, having your links obvious and visible is important. Keeping your links higher up within your blog posts will help your readers to know where to go to purchase whichever products you’re promoting.

Mention your links in multiple places

You have to be a little careful as some affiliate programs don’t allow affiliate links to be promoted in certain places. For example some don’t allow affiliate links in private Facebook groups or directly from Pinterest Pins. 

Keep the rules of your chosen programs in mind, but you can share them across public platforms – with your disclaimers clearly noted. 

Within blog posts is one of the most popular ways but you can also share on socials, through email marketing and even in video descriptions etc.

Keep your Tools page updated

Every blog should have a tools and resources page. While it’s not compulsory, it definitely helps your readers to find the tools and products you use and recommend. They could be interested in your blog theme, who you use for hosting, email marketing etc. Having all your top tools in one place with your affiliate links in is a win-win for everyone.

Add new content consistently

Adding new content consistently is really important as it keeps your blog/socials up to date. It also helps your current and any new readers aware that your blog and/or social accounts are still active. Most readers/viewers prefer someone active and present. This means if they have any questions, or have issues with any of the links, they know they can reach out and hopefully receive an answer.

New content also keeps your socials and/or blog in search and keeps you in the algorithm which is such an important way to be found.


Conclusion – The Best Affiliate Programs for Beginners (That Actually Convert!) 

Affiliate marketing is one of the fastest and most accessible ways for beginners to start earning money online. And choosing the right programs makes all the difference.

All of the programs chosen for this list convert well because they’re well trusted names, beginner-friendly, and easy to promote (naturally) through your blog content, Pinterest, email marketing, and digital product posts etc.

Start with just a few programs, weave them into your content, and focus on being genuinely helpful. Also don’t forget to add your disclaimers! Your first commissions may well come sooner than you think. And once they do, the momentum builds quickly and you can start branching out to even more programs.

If you are looking for more information on Affiliate marketing, you can check out these posts here:

How To Make Money With Affiliate Marketing

Affiliate Marketing for Beginners: How to Make Your First $1,000

Speak soon!

Katherine

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For Bloggers, Social Media Is the Brand Experience https://katherinemclee.com/bloggers-social-media-brand-experience/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=bloggers-social-media-brand-experience https://katherinemclee.com/bloggers-social-media-brand-experience/#respond Mon, 12 Jan 2026 14:30:00 +0000 https://katherinemclee.com/?p=15697 Photo via Adobe Stock Most readers don’t experience a blog the way its author does. They don’t land on the homepage, browse categories, or admire the archive. They encounter a post through a social feed, a shared link, or a preview image paired with a sentence or two of context. That moment — not the blog itself — is where first impressions form. For bloggers, social media isn’t a side channel. It’s the primary way readers encounter, interpret, and remember your work. The Short Version For bloggers, a unified brand voice and visual identity on social media determine whether posts feel recognizable or forgettable. When social previews, captions, and visuals align with the tone of the writing itself, readers are more likely to click, return, and trust the work behind the link. Why Social Media Shapes How Blogs Are Perceived When a blog post is shared on social media, it’s compressed. A long argument becomes a headline. A nuanced idea becomes a caption. The design of a full page becomes a single image or frame. That compression is unavoidable, but how it’s handled makes a difference. If social posts feel disconnected from the blog’s tone or visual style, readers experience friction. If they feel like a natural extension of the writing, recognition builds. Over time, readers don’t just remember individual posts — they recognize the blog behind them. The Hidden Cost of Inconsistent Sharing Many bloggers write with clarity and intention, then promote content quickly and inconsistently. One post gets a thoughtful caption, another gets a rushed summary. One graphic matches the blog’s tone, another feels generic. None of this breaks anything immediately. But over time, it weakens association. Readers may enjoy individual posts without ever forming a clear sense of the blog as a whole. Tools Bloggers Use to Stay Consistent on Social Consistency on social media isn’t about posting more. It’s about posting coherently. These tools help bloggers manage distribution and promotion without fragmenting their voice or visual identity. These tools don’t define tone or style, but they reduce the friction that often leads to inconsistent sharing. How Bloggers Turn Posts Into Social Media Touchpoints For bloggers, social media isn’t about creating new ideas. It’s about reshaping existing ones so they travel well. Adobe Express supports that process by helping bloggers translate long-form writing into recognizable social moments. Social Media Moment for Bloggers How Adobe Express Is Used Why It Supports Brand Recognition Announcing a new post Creating on-brand social graphics for blog launches Helps readers visually associate the post with the blog immediately Re-promoting evergreen content Scheduling social posts in advance Allows older posts to be resurfaced intentionally instead of relying on one-time shares Highlighting key ideas Designing Instagram Stories that summarize posts Turns long articles into digestible previews that drive clicks back to the blog Sharing posts on Facebook Formatting Facebook visuals that stay on-brand Keeps promotional visuals consistent even when platform formats differ In this workflow, social media doesn’t compete with blogging. It reinforces it. A Simple Pre-Share Checklist for Bloggers Before sharing a post anywhere, ask: If the answer is yes, the post is doing branding work — not just promotion. FAQ: Bloggers and Social Media Branding Do bloggers really need to think about branding on social media?Yes, because social media is often the first version of your blog that someone encounters. Readers form expectations about your writing based on how it’s presented and described in feeds, long before they ever scroll through the full article. What if my writing style is informal or personal?That can absolutely be part of your brand. Consistency doesn’t mean sounding polished; it means sounding like yourself in a recognizable way across posts, captions, and visuals. How do bloggers stay consistent without posting constantly?Consistency comes from tone and presentation, not frequency. A blogger who posts thoughtfully and repeats the same voice and visual cues will feel more cohesive than one who posts daily with no throughline. Is it okay to reuse the same visuals or messaging when resharing posts?Yes, and it’s often helpful. Reuse reinforces recognition, especially for readers who may not have seen the original post the first time. For bloggers, social media isn’t an accessory. It’s the surface layer of the brand. When voice and visuals stay aligned from post to preview, readers form recognition naturally. That recognition is what turns scattered clicks into a lasting audience. Guest post written and provided by Archer Ferrara on behalf of Adobe. 📌 Pin for later 📌

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Most readers don’t experience a blog the way its author does. They don’t land on the homepage, browse categories, or admire the archive. They encounter a post through a social feed, a shared link, or a preview image paired with a sentence or two of context.

That moment — not the blog itself — is where first impressions form. For bloggers, social media isn’t a side channel. It’s the primary way readers encounter, interpret, and remember your work.

The Short Version

For bloggers, a unified brand voice and visual identity on social media determine whether posts feel recognizable or forgettable. When social previews, captions, and visuals align with the tone of the writing itself, readers are more likely to click, return, and trust the work behind the link.

Why Social Media Shapes How Blogs Are Perceived

When a blog post is shared on social media, it’s compressed. A long argument becomes a headline. A nuanced idea becomes a caption. The design of a full page becomes a single image or frame. That compression is unavoidable, but how it’s handled makes a difference.

If social posts feel disconnected from the blog’s tone or visual style, readers experience friction. If they feel like a natural extension of the writing, recognition builds. Over time, readers don’t just remember individual posts — they recognize the blog behind them.

The Hidden Cost of Inconsistent Sharing

Many bloggers write with clarity and intention, then promote content quickly and inconsistently. One post gets a thoughtful caption, another gets a rushed summary. One graphic matches the blog’s tone, another feels generic.

None of this breaks anything immediately. But over time, it weakens association. Readers may enjoy individual posts without ever forming a clear sense of the blog as a whole.

Tools Bloggers Use to Stay Consistent on Social

Consistency on social media isn’t about posting more. It’s about posting coherently. These tools help bloggers manage distribution and promotion without fragmenting their voice or visual identity.

  • Hootsuite – Helps plan and space social shares so promotion feels intentional rather than sporadic.
  • Mailchimp – Supports cross-promotion between newsletters and social posts, reinforcing the same voice in both places.
  • Instagram – Acts as a primary discovery and relationship channel where consistent visuals and captions reinforce a blog’s identity over time.
  • Bitly – Keeps shared links clean and trackable without cluttering captions or breaking visual flow.

These tools don’t define tone or style, but they reduce the friction that often leads to inconsistent sharing.

How Bloggers Turn Posts Into Social Media Touchpoints

For bloggers, social media isn’t about creating new ideas. It’s about reshaping existing ones so they travel well. Adobe Express supports that process by helping bloggers translate long-form writing into recognizable social moments.

Social Media Moment for BloggersHow Adobe Express Is UsedWhy It Supports Brand Recognition
Announcing a new postCreating on-brand social graphics for blog launchesHelps readers visually associate the post with the blog immediately
Re-promoting evergreen contentScheduling social posts in advanceAllows older posts to be resurfaced intentionally instead of relying on one-time shares
Highlighting key ideasDesigning Instagram Stories that summarize postsTurns long articles into digestible previews that drive clicks back to the blog
Sharing posts on FacebookFormatting Facebook visuals that stay on-brandKeeps promotional visuals consistent even when platform formats differ

In this workflow, social media doesn’t compete with blogging. It reinforces it.

A Simple Pre-Share Checklist for Bloggers

Before sharing a post anywhere, ask:

  1. Would this caption sound natural if it appeared inside the blog post?
  2. Do the visuals feel like they belong to the same world as the writing?
  3. Would a returning reader recognize this as “ours” without seeing the name?

If the answer is yes, the post is doing branding work — not just promotion.

FAQ: Bloggers and Social Media Branding

Do bloggers really need to think about branding on social media?
Yes, because social media is often the first version of your blog that someone encounters. Readers form expectations about your writing based on how it’s presented and described in feeds, long before they ever scroll through the full article.

What if my writing style is informal or personal?
That can absolutely be part of your brand. Consistency doesn’t mean sounding polished; it means sounding like yourself in a recognizable way across posts, captions, and visuals.

How do bloggers stay consistent without posting constantly?
Consistency comes from tone and presentation, not frequency. A blogger who posts thoughtfully and repeats the same voice and visual cues will feel more cohesive than one who posts daily with no throughline.

Is it okay to reuse the same visuals or messaging when resharing posts?
Yes, and it’s often helpful. Reuse reinforces recognition, especially for readers who may not have seen the original post the first time.

For bloggers, social media isn’t an accessory. It’s the surface layer of the brand. When voice and visuals stay aligned from post to preview, readers form recognition naturally. That recognition is what turns scattered clicks into a lasting audience.

Guest post written and provided by Archer Ferrara on behalf of Adobe.

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Making Money Online With PLR Content In 2026 https://katherinemclee.com/making-money-online-with-plr/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=making-money-online-with-plr https://katherinemclee.com/making-money-online-with-plr/#comments Fri, 14 Nov 2025 22:01:20 +0000 https://katherinemclee.com/?p=15270 In this post I am going to explain how you can make money online with PLR content in 2026 Selling digital products is a staple to making money online. Anyone who has ever looked into selling digital products online will have seen how many different ways there are to do it. It’s simple to do, you create products once and can sell over and over as many times as you like. The beauty of it is that aside from website or listing fees (depending on where you list them), you then keep the entire sale price every single time! This makes digital products different from physical products as with digital, there are no ongoing product/stock costs, no shipping or packaging costs and no space needed to hold stock. Because of this, selling digital products online can be passive income as there is very little you need to do once someone buys one of your products. This is unless someone has a query/question but the more descriptive the descriptions the less of these you will have too.  Digital products are a lot simpler to sell than physical products, plus once uploaded they can sell over and over – even while you’re asleep or doing other things! The bit that trips people up or stops them starting is that they don’t know how to create their own digital products. That or they don’t have the time! Both are completely valid (and real) reasons not to create your own products. This is where PLR content/products come in. PLR content (Private Label Rights) might just be the thing that is about to change the game for you and allow you to get started. Let’s get into how PLR Content Can Help You Make More Money Online in 2026! As with the past few years, 2026 is shaping up to be a huge year for digital products. And the people who learn how to use PLR products to sell online are going to see serious results! In part due to how fast you can get things ready and live to sell. PLR lets you start now. It’s stops the feeling of not knowing where to start or what to do. You can skip that mind blank struggle feeling of not knowing what to do. It lets you create something valuable in a fraction of the time. You can build a real income stream instead of putting things off and being stuck in planning mode.  In this post, we’ll cover: What Is PLR Content (and Why Everyone’s Talking About It in 2026) PLR is shorthand for Private Label Rights. This basically means done-for-you content that you can buy, edit, and sell as your own. Quick note: Not all content comes with PLR. You need to make sure you specifically buy products with PLR if you intend to sell them. You can find PLR eBooks, planners, digital templates, social media packs, email sequences, blog posts etc. If you can think of a product you want, you can probably find it with PLR. Once you’ve bought it, you have the right to rebrand, edit, and resell it however you like. You then sell as your own and each sale is completely your own. And in 2026, it’s honestly bigger than ever. This is because people are busier than ever! We are in a world now where speed now beats perfection. That’s not to say you should post up rubbish or not put effort in lol. It’s more about the fact that when you buy PLR products to sell, you are buying products that are ALREADY high quality. (Assuming you buy decent products from a good source.) The beauty of PLR products is that you can go from idea to product in days, not months. Examples of PLR products you can grab, edit and upload today are this Manifestation Planner I have up: And I also have this high-value (not overwhelming) large PLR bundle of content creation ebooks, photos and reels. The Biggest Benefits of Using PLR Content to Make Money Online 1. You save time. This one is huge for anyone who’s busy. Instead of spending 30 hours writing or designing your own products, you start with a completed product or products and simply personalise/rebrand it. 2. You can launch products faster. Due to the fact that it is a lot faster to use PLR products, it lets you buy, edit, rebrand and get up for sale so so much faster than creating your own products from scratch. 3. You can scale multiple income streams. As the products are “one and done” in terms of buying once, editing and then listing as your own. You can sell planners, bundles, templates, or mini-courses across Etsy, Shopify, or your own website! Quick note: If you use this link here, Shopify will give you a FREE trial AND 3 months at just $1 a month which is such an amazing (super cheap) way to get started! 4. You never run out of content. This one is HUGE. The beauty of PLR products is that it can be repurposed for blog posts, freebies, tripwires, emails, or social content. You don’t even need to know exactly what you initially are looking for. An idea can lead you to a range of PLR products which you can then choose from, and completely customise to suit your brand. 5. It’s low-risk, high-return. Once you’ve paid for the license, everything you earn is pure profit (minus listing fees etc). But there is no charge for stock, packing or any shipping costs etc 7 Ways to Make Money with PLR Content I mentioned earlier that there is a range of ways you can use PLR products. Here are a few of the more common ways you can sell a PLR product you have bought and rebranded: 1. Turn it into a paid eBook or digital download/guide. Buy your chosen PLR product or bundle, rebrand it, edit it, and sell it on your blog, Shopify or Etsy store. 2. Create mini-courses or workshops. Use PLR slides or scripts to build your first course fast with your own information and spin on it added in. 3. Sell bundles. You can sell each product separately of course! But another option is to combine different PLR products into one bundle. You could combine workbooks, checklists, ebooks or templates into one high-value bundle. 4. Build your email list. You can use a PLR product to offer a freebie that links to your tripwire product. (This link is to my active freebie/tripwire automation so you can see it in action!) It’s the perfect way to grow your email list as you offer something of value and in return they give you their email address. (Some PLR products don’t allow you to give them as free products, so check what you are/aren’t allowed for each one.) This way when someone downloads your free product (that you bought and edited, (didn’t have to create from scratch). Quick note: Mailerlite is such an easy email marketing platform and they have a completely free plan! 5. Create affiliate marketing content. Use PLR blog posts or email sequences to promote your affiliate links. This one is trickier as you can’t use other’s written content word for word. You can use guidelines for content though, or can use pre-written marketing material with your own edits/spin on it. 6. Rebrand for your niche. PLR products is one of the quickest ways to help you rebrand if you are looking to change branding or niche. Grabbing ready made products and editing them to add your own style, examples, and branding to make it unique can help your new brand/niche get off the ground without having to create dozens of new products/downloads yourself. 7. Sell on autopilot. List products on Shopify or Etsy and let the system make sales at any time. As they are all digital downloads, you aren’t required to be present for packing, shipping labels or shipping itself. It will all be set up so that anyone who buys one of your products will get an instant download straight to their inbox. Answering any questions/queries is one of the only things you would need to be “active” for. How to Customize PLR So It Feels 100% Original The most important part to making PLR profitable is customization. You want it to look, read, and feel like you. Don’t buy PLR products and try to resell those exact products as your own. It’s not allowed and doesn’t work anyway! The whole point of PLR products is that it gives you a done-for-you full template/example that you edit and rebrand to make your own. The good thing is that the product is already done for you, all you need to do is edit it to make it yours! You can do this by: ✅ Changing the colours, fonts, and layout.✅ Rewrite headlines and some text in your voice.✅ Add your own name, personal stories or examples.✅ Include your own branding, bonuses, or affiliate links (sometimes affiliate links will already be in from the person you bought it from so remember to swap these out to your own).✅ Add your own social media/website links.✅ Swap out images for your own that match your vibe/brand.✅ Combine several PLR items into a new, unique bundle for even more value. Editing an already complete product is SO much faster than creating from scratch. This is especially true if you use Canva as you can change one colour to your own/different colour with just one click! Where to Find High-Quality PLR Content That Converts Not all PLR is created equal. Cheap bundles often look outdated or are sold thousands of times meaning it will take WORK to make them stand out. Potentially more work than just making your own from scratch. The other downside to the mega bundles for a super cheap price is that they can be tricky to navigate and find what you want to use. This is just added stress. Plus if you don’t end up using any of those templates as they were cheaply made or full of errors or too chaotic to work out, you will have lost the cost of that bundle. No matter how “cheap” it looks. The best option is to get modern, clean, professional PLR with clear usage rights. Buying a single PLR product is how a lot of people started. This helps you really see exactly what you’re getting and isn’t as overwhelming just working on one product. If you want the variety or aren’t 100% sure what you want, then absolutely go for a bundle. If you are looking for more overall value for money or want a range of products to choose from then grab a PLR bundle. Just be strategic about it. Quality over quantity! This will just help streamline your own editing and uploading efforts. Look for: 💎 Try: Realistic Income Potential from PLR in 2026 The earning potential for PLR products is huge. While selling PLR products isn’t a “get rich quick” scheme, it is seriously scalable. This is because you pay the purchase price one time. You make your rebrand and all your edits, and you list it for sale. Then you can list them anywhere you like! You can sell them on Etsy, Shopify, via Stripe, or on your own website. Or do a mix which is my preferred way to market them! If you sell just: Once your PLR products are live, they can sell over and over again without you touching them. This is how people make money, even while asleep! Common PLR Mistakes to Avoid There are of course a few common mistakes people make. The main ones to avoid are: Using the product as-is without editing it. Duplicate content doesn’t do well. It needs to look and feel like your own product. You are buying a done-for-you template. An example would be if you bought this planner, you would change the font, the colouring, the cover...

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In this post I am going to explain how you can make money online with PLR content in 2026

Selling digital products is a staple to making money online.

Anyone who has ever looked into selling digital products online will have seen how many different ways there are to do it.

It’s simple to do, you create products once and can sell over and over as many times as you like. The beauty of it is that aside from website or listing fees (depending on where you list them), you then keep the entire sale price every single time!

This makes digital products different from physical products as with digital, there are no ongoing product/stock costs, no shipping or packaging costs and no space needed to hold stock.

Because of this, selling digital products online can be passive income as there is very little you need to do once someone buys one of your products. This is unless someone has a query/question but the more descriptive the descriptions the less of these you will have too. 

Digital products are a lot simpler to sell than physical products, plus once uploaded they can sell over and over – even while you’re asleep or doing other things!

The bit that trips people up or stops them starting is that they don’t know how to create their own digital products. That or they don’t have the time! Both are completely valid (and real) reasons not to create your own products.

This is where PLR content/products come in.

PLR content (Private Label Rights) might just be the thing that is about to change the game for you and allow you to get started.

Let’s get into how PLR Content Can Help You Make More Money Online in 2026!

Making Money Online With PLR Content In 2026 text overlay

As with the past few years, 2026 is shaping up to be a huge year for digital products. And the people who learn how to use PLR products to sell online are going to see serious results! In part due to how fast you can get things ready and live to sell.

PLR lets you start now. It’s stops the feeling of not knowing where to start or what to do. You can skip that mind blank struggle feeling of not knowing what to do. It lets you create something valuable in a fraction of the time. You can build a real income stream instead of putting things off and being stuck in planning mode. 


In this post, we’ll cover:

  • What PLR is and Why Everyone is Talking About it
  • The Biggest Benefits of Using PLR Content to Make Money Online
  • 7 Ways to Make Money with PLR Content
  • How to Customize PLR So It Feels 100% Original
  • Where to Find High-Quality PLR Content That Converts
  • Realistic Income Potential from PLR in 2026
  • Common PLR Mistakes to Avoid

What Is PLR Content (and Why Everyone’s Talking About It in 2026)

PLR is shorthand for Private Label Rights. This basically means done-for-you content that you can buy, edit, and sell as your own.

Quick note: Not all content comes with PLR. You need to make sure you specifically buy products with PLR if you intend to sell them.

You can find PLR eBooks, planners, digital templates, social media packs, email sequences, blog posts etc. If you can think of a product you want, you can probably find it with PLR.

Once you’ve bought it, you have the right to rebrand, edit, and resell it however you like. You then sell as your own and each sale is completely your own.

And in 2026, it’s honestly bigger than ever. This is because people are busier than ever! We are in a world now where speed now beats perfection.

That’s not to say you should post up rubbish or not put effort in lol. It’s more about the fact that when you buy PLR products to sell, you are buying products that are ALREADY high quality. (Assuming you buy decent products from a good source.)

The beauty of PLR products is that you can go from idea to product in days, not months.

Examples of PLR products you can grab, edit and upload today are this Manifestation Planner I have up:

PLR manifestation planner

And I also have this high-value (not overwhelming) large PLR bundle of content creation ebooks, photos and reels.

Ultimate Faceless Marketing Bundle promotional graphic featuring over 15 digital products including content planners, Instagram reel guides, Canva tutorials, and marketing strategy eBooks. Includes +400 reels and +600 photos, all with MRR and PLR resell rights. Bold text reads 'All Done For You' and 'Re-sell as Your Own!' with vibrant arrows and modern design elements. URL shown: vibrantvisiondigital.etsy.com

The Biggest Benefits of Using PLR Content to Make Money Online

1. You save time. This one is huge for anyone who’s busy. Instead of spending 30 hours writing or designing your own products, you start with a completed product or products and simply personalise/rebrand it.

2. You can launch products faster. Due to the fact that it is a lot faster to use PLR products, it lets you buy, edit, rebrand and get up for sale so so much faster than creating your own products from scratch.

3. You can scale multiple income streams. As the products are “one and done” in terms of buying once, editing and then listing as your own. You can sell planners, bundles, templates, or mini-courses across Etsy, Shopify, or your own website!


Quick note: If you use this link here, Shopify will give you a FREE trial AND 3 months at just $1 a month which is such an amazing (super cheap) way to get started!

green shopify ADVERT IMAGE promoting 3 day free trial and then $1 a month for 3 months

4. You never run out of content. This one is HUGE. The beauty of PLR products is that it can be repurposed for blog posts, freebies, tripwires, emails, or social content. You don’t even need to know exactly what you initially are looking for. An idea can lead you to a range of PLR products which you can then choose from, and completely customise to suit your brand.

5. It’s low-risk, high-return. Once you’ve paid for the license, everything you earn is pure profit (minus listing fees etc). But there is no charge for stock, packing or any shipping costs etc

7 Ways to Make Money with PLR Content

I mentioned earlier that there is a range of ways you can use PLR products.

Here are a few of the more common ways you can sell a PLR product you have bought and rebranded:

1. Turn it into a paid eBook or digital download/guide. Buy your chosen PLR product or bundle, rebrand it, edit it, and sell it on your blog, Shopify or Etsy store.

2. Create mini-courses or workshops. Use PLR slides or scripts to build your first course fast with your own information and spin on it added in.

3. Sell bundles. You can sell each product separately of course! But another option is to combine different PLR products into one bundle. You could combine workbooks, checklists, ebooks or templates into one high-value bundle.

4. Build your email list. You can use a PLR product to offer a freebie that links to your tripwire product.

(This link is to my active freebie/tripwire automation so you can see it in action!)

It’s the perfect way to grow your email list as you offer something of value and in return they give you their email address. (Some PLR products don’t allow you to give them as free products, so check what you are/aren’t allowed for each one.) This way when someone downloads your free product (that you bought and edited, (didn’t have to create from scratch).


Quick note: Mailerlite is such an easy email marketing platform and they have a completely free plan!


5. Create affiliate marketing content. Use PLR blog posts or email sequences to promote your affiliate links. This one is trickier as you can’t use other’s written content word for word. You can use guidelines for content though, or can use pre-written marketing material with your own edits/spin on it.

6. Rebrand for your niche. PLR products is one of the quickest ways to help you rebrand if you are looking to change branding or niche. Grabbing ready made products and editing them to add your own style, examples, and branding to make it unique can help your new brand/niche get off the ground without having to create dozens of new products/downloads yourself.

7. Sell on autopilot. List products on Shopify or Etsy and let the system make sales at any time. As they are all digital downloads, you aren’t required to be present for packing, shipping labels or shipping itself. It will all be set up so that anyone who buys one of your products will get an instant download straight to their inbox. Answering any questions/queries is one of the only things you would need to be “active” for.

Making Money Online With PLR Content In 2026 woman smiling at laptop

How to Customize PLR So It Feels 100% Original

The most important part to making PLR profitable is customization. You want it to look, read, and feel like you.

Don’t buy PLR products and try to resell those exact products as your own. It’s not allowed and doesn’t work anyway!

The whole point of PLR products is that it gives you a done-for-you full template/example that you edit and rebrand to make your own.

The good thing is that the product is already done for you, all you need to do is edit it to make it yours!

You can do this by:

✅ Changing the colours, fonts, and layout.
✅ Rewrite headlines and some text in your voice.
✅ Add your own name, personal stories or examples.
✅ Include your own branding, bonuses, or affiliate links (sometimes affiliate links will already be in from the person you bought it from so remember to swap these out to your own).
✅ Add your own social media/website links.
✅ Swap out images for your own that match your vibe/brand.
✅ Combine several PLR items into a new, unique bundle for even more value.

Editing an already complete product is SO much faster than creating from scratch. This is especially true if you use Canva as you can change one colour to your own/different colour with just one click!

Where to Find High-Quality PLR Content That Converts

Not all PLR is created equal. Cheap bundles often look outdated or are sold thousands of times meaning it will take WORK to make them stand out. Potentially more work than just making your own from scratch.

The other downside to the mega bundles for a super cheap price is that they can be tricky to navigate and find what you want to use.

This is just added stress. Plus if you don’t end up using any of those templates as they were cheaply made or full of errors or too chaotic to work out, you will have lost the cost of that bundle. No matter how “cheap” it looks.

The best option is to get modern, clean, professional PLR with clear usage rights.

Buying a single PLR product is how a lot of people started. This helps you really see exactly what you’re getting and isn’t as overwhelming just working on one product.

If you want the variety or aren’t 100% sure what you want, then absolutely go for a bundle. If you are looking for more overall value for money or want a range of products to choose from then grab a PLR bundle. Just be strategic about it.

Quality over quantity! This will just help streamline your own editing and uploading efforts.

Look for:

  • Editable Canva or Word formats – makes it super easy to edit
  • Up-to-date information (in the listing, as you edit the product anyway)
  • Visually appealing layouts (saves having to overhaul the entire products)
  • Clear, resellable terms – super important with PLR

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Realistic Income Potential from PLR in 2026

The earning potential for PLR products is huge. While selling PLR products isn’t a “get rich quick” scheme, it is seriously scalable.

This is because you pay the purchase price one time. You make your rebrand and all your edits, and you list it for sale.

Then you can list them anywhere you like!

You can sell them on Etsy, Shopify, via Stripe, or on your own website. Or do a mix which is my preferred way to market them!

If you sell just:

  • 20 copies at $15 = $300
  • 100 copies at $15 = $1,500
  • Add in more products and it compounds really fast.

Once your PLR products are live, they can sell over and over again without you touching them. This is how people make money, even while asleep!

Making Money Online With PLR Content In 2026 green image saying "make money online" showing coffee and a smartphone

Common PLR Mistakes to Avoid

There are of course a few common mistakes people make.

The main ones to avoid are:

Using the product as-is without editing it.

Duplicate content doesn’t do well. It needs to look and feel like your own product. You are buying a done-for-you template. An example would be if you bought this planner, you would change the font, the colouring, the cover page and put your own name/branding on it.

Doesn’t need a mega overhaul, but it needs to look and feel like YOURS.

Buying from low-quality or unclear sources.

Making sure you have that PLR license is the most important thing. It needs to state it really clearly that the product you are looking for comes with PLR. 

The tricky thing with buying really cheap/low quality products is that you may find that the format isn’t quite right so you have to spend hours resetting little lines into place to make it look decent.

You may find there are missing numbers, wrong days on a calendar page (for example two Sundays but no Tuesday…) or it’s full of typos etc. 

High quality, with clear PLR is 100% the best option.

Ignoring your niche. 

Don’t grab something that looks cool but isn’t related to what your content is about. No matter how tempting! Always choose PLR that fits your audience.

Quick note, if you want to buy those cool products and have a completely separate Etsy or Shopify store that isn’t linked back to your content then absolutely do that! You will just need to promote/market it differently.

Forgetting to market your products once they’re done.

This is something we all do lol. You buy your high-quality PLR product bundle, spend time getting items rebranded and fitting to your own brand, you get them listed and live on your Shopify or Etsy store, and then you move onto the next…. People can’t buy products they don’t know are there lol.

Tell people about them. Market them however suits you and your content!

The more you get up and live, the bigger store you have, the more options people will have to see and purchase your products.

Final Thoughts On How PLR Content Can Help You Make More Money Online in 2026

PLR isn’t about taking shortcuts, it’s about speeding up the process and removing a lot of the overwhelm. Using PLR is about being smart with your time and energy. You’re not cutting corners; you’re just working smarter.

2026 is the year to stop overthinking and start selling.

Done is better than perfect!

There’s honestly no reason to wait months to launch your first product when PLR gives you the option to start today.

Grab a product or bundle, set up an Etsy store or a Shopify store (Shopify is currently giving a free trial AND 3 months at just $1 a month), edit your products and get them live and you’re done!

green shopify ADVERT IMAGE promoting 3 day free trial and then $1 a month for 3 months

So whether you want to:

  • Grow your passive income
  • Build a product shop

or

  • Create a side hustle from home…

PLR is your fastest route there.

Start small, choose a platform, rebrand with your own touch, and get your first products up for sale ASAP. Because the faster you take action and start, the faster the money follows! 

Let me know which PLR products you get!

Related posts you can read next:

47 Ways To Make $100 In A Day

25 Ways To Make $600 Quickly

Full Infomational Post on Shopify

Speak soon!

Katherine

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There are options for everyone, including those who are starting from zero.  Read the list carefully and choose the ones that suit your situation and starting point best! Even for the options that can require a little bit of a background, you don’t need years of experience or anything fancy. It’s just that in some situations, a bit of a head start will help you get to that $600 quicker. The main thing you need (over anything else) is determination, a willingness to get started and a little patience! Let’s get into the 25 ways to make $600 quickly in 2026.  Scalable Digital Income Streams 1. Promote Affiliate Links Through a Blog If you already have a blog, one of the quickest ways to start making money is by adding affiliate links to the posts you’ve already published.  You don’t have to wait months to build up your traffic from zero either. You can check which of your posts are getting the most views already, and then add in honest product recommendations naturally! As an example, if you have, say a productivity blog, you can link to tools, planners, or courses that you love/have used and that align with your content. The key is linking to things you have faith in, that your audience will be interested in. Affiliate commissions can add up quicker than you expect! Sometimes just one well-placed link in a popular post can earn $600+ if the post ranks well or goes viral on Pinterest. If you already have a blog, this is an amazing way to make money if you already have an audience! I have a full post on Affiliate Marketing here if you need more info!  2. Offer Freelance Writing Services Freelance writing is one of the fastest ways to earn money online.  Businesses, bloggers, and brands are constantly looking for content writers. Many will happily pay new writers if you can show them a few strong samples or work similar to what they would be looking for. You can start by writing 2–3 articles to use as a mini portfolio. Then you can pitch yourself to small blogs or business owners within your niche. Once you get your first client you can start seeing cash quicker than you may expect. Just a few paid articles can get you to $600 fairly quickly as it can all add up – depending on your rates of course. 3. Sell Digital Products on Etsy The quickest way to make $600 with digital proIf you already have some digital products already made that you can list and sell. This could be any sort of digital product such as planners, printables, checklists, or templates. The second quickest way is to buy products that are already done-for-you where you can buy them, edit/rebrand them to make them your own, and then sell them! Products such as this bundle or this planner are the perfect way to get ready-made products for you to sell on as they come with MRR/PLR.  (You can’t just buy anything and sell it on unless it has MRR/PLR.) If you have some pre-made or already done-for-you products such as the ones listed above, listing them on Etsy is a fab way to bring in passive income. The beauty of Etsy is that it has its own audience, and has built-in traffic searching for products like yours. Even if you only get a handful of sales each day, your income can snowball fast. And if one of your listings gains traction, hitting $600 can happen within a few weeks, especially for higher priced products or bundles. 4. Become a Pinterest Virtual Assistant Pinterest Virtual Assistants are in huge demand right now. The amazing thing with this option is that it’s a service you can start offering fast if you’ve already learned how to design pins, know about Pinterest keyword research, and have grown your own account. Many bloggers and small business/shop owners want someone to design pins, write pin titles and descriptions, and schedule them so they have multiple pins going out daily. Rates for Pinterest VAs often start at $300–$500 per client per month! (You may start a bit lower until you have a portfolio behind you, but you can absolutely negotiate based on your experience and the size of account you are taking on.) This means that you only need one or two clients to hit your $600 target! If you enjoy design and are good with keywords and SEO, this can be an incredibly fun way to make money quickly using the skills you already have! 5. Do Affiliate Marketing on Social Media Similar to #1 we are talking about affiliate marketing again, but this time with Social Media.  If you have any kind of social media following – even a small one – affiliate marketing can help you reach $600 without needing your own products. You will need to find products that allow you to link directly to them and not via blog posts, but there are more out there than you probably realise! How this works is that you share helpful, engaging content that features products you genuinely love, and add your affiliate links to your posts, stories, or bio via a LinkTree or other link sharing site. Then if just one of your reels or pins goes viral, the commissions can add up fast! The best part is you don’t need to wait months to monetise your content. Once approved for your chosen affiliate products/platforms, you can start earning from your next post. Then if people click and buy, you get paid! 6. Launch a Low-Ticket Tripwire Product If you already have an email list or blog getting traffic, adding a low-ticket product (like a $7–$15 digital download) as a tripwire can help you make $600 fast. You integrate this as part of an email funnel. How this works is that your tripwire product appears immediately after someone signs up for your freebie. Someone puts their email in to be able to get your freebie, then when that happens, the tripwire offer appears next. Often as a special offer or a much lower price offer to make it amazing value.  With a high quality Email Provider (I use and love Mailerlite. It’s so easy to use, even if you’re a beginner) this can all happen automatically for you. This means you only need to set up your freebie – tripwire – automation, one time.  This benefits both you and the reader as it’s a sale for you but also amazing value for them. This is especially good if your freebie is very similar in nature as they are then offered a low-priced product that feels like a no-brainer straight after the free one. Because the price is really low, conversion rates are much higher than normal shop listings. This means that the income from it can add up quickly as your traffic and email list grows. You only need to sell around 55 copies of an $11 product to make $600! This is completely possible with a solid freebie funnel driving sign-ups! Want to see exactly how this looks in action? Here’s a real example from my own setup live at the moment! This freebie below leads into a tripwire page that then offers a 60-70% discounted tripwire product, only for those who have got the freebie first! The trick is a high quality freebie linking straight to a BIG discount on the following product. 7. Offer Social Media Management Social Media is big business these days. Being a manager for someone’s social media accounts can in turn, be big business for you. If you enjoy creating content, keeping things organised and keeping to a content calendar, social media management can be a brilliant way to earn $600. Many businesses don’t have time to post regularly or engage with their audience. Or not as often as they would ideally like. So they hire someone to handle it all for them. That’s where you come in. You could create content calendars, schedule posts, reply to comments, and track performance analytics. Clients often pay $300–$600+ per month depending on your experience and past clients. This means that just one or two clients could hit your $600 goal quicker than you expect. It’s especially ideal if you already manage your own social media or have done for someone else, and can show results as proof of your skills. 8. Create and Sell PLR Content I touched on this in #3 but wanted to expand more as it’s one of my favourite ways to make an income online. PLR (Private Label Rights) content is pre-made content that you can buy and rebrand as your own and then sell. The other side of this is to create the digital products initially, that others can sell on as their own.  Because it’s already made, it’s a fast way to make money if you’ve already got content or designs created. You can buy products (with PLR) or make your own and sell with PLR and either way you make 100% profit each time. This could be a planner like this Manifestation Planner, or a PLR Bundle with a huge amount of value that you can sell as a full bundle, or split and sell as loads of individual products.  This bundle for example has 16 ebooks, 400 reels and 600 photos. All with PLR. There are a lot of options out there for PLR content whether buying or making your own to sell. You could sell planners, workbooks, social media captions, images or digital product templates. Because you only have to create it once and can sell it to unlimited buyers, it can scale really quickly. Even just 20 sales at $30 would get you to $600! This is perfect for bloggers, creators, or anyone sitting on older content that could be turned into something new. It’s also a really quick way to start earning passive income from Etsy or Shopify! If you want full control over your own website then Shopify is absolutely the way to go. Shopify. You can get a free trial and your first 3 months for just $1/£1 a month through my link which is honestly one of the best deals I’ve ever seen for a pro-level platform. 3 months at that price!! I have a post dedicated to all the ins-and-outs of Shopify if you want more info to know if it’s the right choice for you! You can find that post here! 9. Sell Pinterest Pin Design Services If you love design and know how to make really eye-catching pins, this can be a quick option for you to bring in fast cash. Bloggers, business owners and Etsy sellers constantly need new pins. Because pins take time to make as Pinterest prefers fresh pins over re-used content, many are happy to outsource the work to save themselves time. You can offer custom-designed pin bundles, pin templates, board covers or even full Pinterest makeovers. Canva makes it really simple to create professional looking designs, and you could earn $50–$100+ per order. With just a few happy clients, you can easily hit $600 while building yourself a really aesthetic portfolio that brings even more work your...

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In this post we are going to go over 25 ways to make $600 quickly in 2026.

So if you’re in need of some fast ways to make some money, you’re in the right place.

Whether you’re starting from scratch or already have a blog, social media following, or email list in place, there are so many ways to hit that $600 mark faster than you think.

Some of the money making ways in this list will work better/quicker if you have a bit of a base to build on. As mentioned above this may be a blog, an email list, a social media following or having skills in a certain area that you can utilize.

Don’t worry if you are starting from scratch though! There are options for everyone, including those who are starting from zero. 

Read the list carefully and choose the ones that suit your situation and starting point best!

Even for the options that can require a little bit of a background, you don’t need years of experience or anything fancy. It’s just that in some situations, a bit of a head start will help you get to that $600 quicker.

The main thing you need (over anything else) is determination, a willingness to get started and a little patience!

Let’s get into the 25 ways to make $600 quickly in 2026. 

25 Ways To Make $600 Quickly in 2026 woman putting lots of money in wallet with text overlay

Scalable Digital Income Streams

1. Promote Affiliate Links Through a Blog


If you already have a blog, one of the quickest ways to start making money is by adding affiliate links to the posts you’ve already published. 

You don’t have to wait months to build up your traffic from zero either. You can check which of your posts are getting the most views already, and then add in honest product recommendations naturally!

As an example, if you have, say a productivity blog, you can link to tools, planners, or courses that you love/have used and that align with your content.

The key is linking to things you have faith in, that your audience will be interested in.

Affiliate commissions can add up quicker than you expect! Sometimes just one well-placed link in a popular post can earn $600+ if the post ranks well or goes viral on Pinterest.

If you already have a blog, this is an amazing way to make money if you already have an audience!

I have a full post on Affiliate Marketing here if you need more info! 

2. Offer Freelance Writing Services


Freelance writing is one of the fastest ways to earn money online. 

Businesses, bloggers, and brands are constantly looking for content writers. Many will happily pay new writers if you can show them a few strong samples or work similar to what they would be looking for.

You can start by writing 2–3 articles to use as a mini portfolio. Then you can pitch yourself to small blogs or business owners within your niche.

Once you get your first client you can start seeing cash quicker than you may expect. Just a few paid articles can get you to $600 fairly quickly as it can all add up – depending on your rates of course.

3. Sell Digital Products on Etsy


The quickest way to make $600 with digital proIf you already have some digital products already made that you can list and sell. This could be any sort of digital product such as planners, printables, checklists, or templates.

The second quickest way is to buy products that are already done-for-you where you can buy them, edit/rebrand them to make them your own, and then sell them!

Products such as this bundle or this planner are the perfect way to get ready-made products for you to sell on as they come with MRR/PLR. 

(You can’t just buy anything and sell it on unless it has MRR/PLR.)

If you have some pre-made or already done-for-you products such as the ones listed above, listing them on Etsy is a fab way to bring in passive income.

Ultimate Faceless Marketing Bundle promotional graphic featuring over 15 digital products including content planners, Instagram reel guides, Canva tutorials, and marketing strategy eBooks. Includes +400 reels and +600 photos, all with MRR and PLR resell rights. Bold text reads 'All Done For You' and 'Re-sell as Your Own!' with vibrant arrows and modern design elements. URL shown: vibrantvisiondigital.etsy.com

The beauty of Etsy is that it has its own audience, and has built-in traffic searching for products like yours.

Even if you only get a handful of sales each day, your income can snowball fast. And if one of your listings gains traction, hitting $600 can happen within a few weeks, especially for higher priced products or bundles.

4. Become a Pinterest Virtual Assistant


Pinterest Virtual Assistants are in huge demand right now. The amazing thing with this option is that it’s a service you can start offering fast if you’ve already learned how to design pins, know about Pinterest keyword research, and have grown your own account.

Many bloggers and small business/shop owners want someone to design pins, write pin titles and descriptions, and schedule them so they have multiple pins going out daily.

Rates for Pinterest VAs often start at $300–$500 per client per month! (You may start a bit lower until you have a portfolio behind you, but you can absolutely negotiate based on your experience and the size of account you are taking on.)

This means that you only need one or two clients to hit your $600 target!

If you enjoy design and are good with keywords and SEO, this can be an incredibly fun way to make money quickly using the skills you already have!

5. Do Affiliate Marketing on Social Media


Similar to #1 we are talking about affiliate marketing again, but this time with Social Media. 

If you have any kind of social media following – even a small one – affiliate marketing can help you reach $600 without needing your own products.

You will need to find products that allow you to link directly to them and not via blog posts, but there are more out there than you probably realise!

How this works is that you share helpful, engaging content that features products you genuinely love, and add your affiliate links to your posts, stories, or bio via a LinkTree or other link sharing site.

Then if just one of your reels or pins goes viral, the commissions can add up fast! The best part is you don’t need to wait months to monetise your content. Once approved for your chosen affiliate products/platforms, you can start earning from your next post. Then if people click and buy, you get paid!

6. Launch a Low-Ticket Tripwire Product


If you already have an email list or blog getting traffic, adding a low-ticket product (like a $7–$15 digital download) as a tripwire can help you make $600 fast.

You integrate this as part of an email funnel.

How this works is that your tripwire product appears immediately after someone signs up for your freebie.

Someone puts their email in to be able to get your freebie, then when that happens, the tripwire offer appears next. Often as a special offer or a much lower price offer to make it amazing value. 

With a high quality Email Provider (I use and love Mailerlite. It’s so easy to use, even if you’re a beginner) this can all happen automatically for you. This means you only need to set up your freebie – tripwire – automation, one time. 

This benefits both you and the reader as it’s a sale for you but also amazing value for them. This is especially good if your freebie is very similar in nature as they are then offered a low-priced product that feels like a no-brainer straight after the free one.

Because the price is really low, conversion rates are much higher than normal shop listings. This means that the income from it can add up quickly as your traffic and email list grows.

You only need to sell around 55 copies of an $11 product to make $600!

This is completely possible with a solid freebie funnel driving sign-ups!

Want to see exactly how this looks in action? Here’s a real example from my own setup live at the moment! This freebie below leads into a tripwire page that then offers a 60-70% discounted tripwire product, only for those who have got the freebie first!

free content prompt ebook download katherine mclee

The trick is a high quality freebie linking straight to a BIG discount on the following product.

7. Offer Social Media Management


Social Media is big business these days. Being a manager for someone’s social media accounts can in turn, be big business for you. If you enjoy creating content, keeping things organised and keeping to a content calendar, social media management can be a brilliant way to earn $600.

Many businesses don’t have time to post regularly or engage with their audience. Or not as often as they would ideally like. So they hire someone to handle it all for them. That’s where you come in.

You could create content calendars, schedule posts, reply to comments, and track performance analytics. Clients often pay $300–$600+ per month depending on your experience and past clients. This means that just one or two clients could hit your $600 goal quicker than you expect.

It’s especially ideal if you already manage your own social media or have done for someone else, and can show results as proof of your skills.

8. Create and Sell PLR Content


I touched on this in #3 but wanted to expand more as it’s one of my favourite ways to make an income online. PLR (Private Label Rights) content is pre-made content that you can buy and rebrand as your own and then sell.

The other side of this is to create the digital products initially, that others can sell on as their own. 

Because it’s already made, it’s a fast way to make money if you’ve already got content or designs created.

You can buy products (with PLR) or make your own and sell with PLR and either way you make 100% profit each time.

This could be a planner like this Manifestation Planner, or a PLR Bundle with a huge amount of value that you can sell as a full bundle, or split and sell as loads of individual products. 

This bundle for example has 16 ebooks, 400 reels and 600 photos. All with PLR.

There are a lot of options out there for PLR content whether buying or making your own to sell. You could sell planners, workbooks, social media captions, images or digital product templates.

Because you only have to create it once and can sell it to unlimited buyers, it can scale really quickly. Even just 20 sales at $30 would get you to $600!

This is perfect for bloggers, creators, or anyone sitting on older content that could be turned into something new.

It’s also a really quick way to start earning passive income from Etsy or Shopify!

If you want full control over your own website then Shopify is absolutely the way to go. Shopify. You can get a free trial and your first 3 months for just $1/£1 a month through my link which is honestly one of the best deals I’ve ever seen for a pro-level platform. 3 months at that price!!

green shopify ADVERT IMAGE promoting 3 day free trial and then $1 a month for 3 months

I have a post dedicated to all the ins-and-outs of Shopify if you want more info to know if it’s the right choice for you! You can find that post here!

9. Sell Pinterest Pin Design Services


If you love design and know how to make really eye-catching pins, this can be a quick option for you to bring in fast cash.

Bloggers, business owners and Etsy sellers constantly need new pins. Because pins take time to make as Pinterest prefers fresh pins over re-used content, many are happy to outsource the work to save themselves time.

You can offer custom-designed pin bundles, pin templates, board covers or even full Pinterest makeovers. Canva makes it really simple to create professional looking designs, and you could earn $50–$100+ per order. With just a few happy clients, you can easily hit $600 while building yourself a really aesthetic portfolio that brings even more work your way.

10. Monetize a Small Niche Instagram Account


If you already have an Instagram account with a bit of a  following (or can post consistently for a few weeks to build one in a specific niche), you can start making money through it fairly quickly through affiliate links or your own digital products.

This one will work best if your account is in a clear, fairly specific niche. This could be something like productivity, books, travel, or a specific hobby. Focus on posting reels and stories that solve problems and entertain your audience.

You can of course make a lot of money from large Instagram accounts, but those aren’t realistic in how you can make $600 quickly. As the larger the account and the more broad the niche, the longer it will take.

Once you’ve got good engagement on your account, you can earn money through affiliate links in your bio or stories, sponsored posts, and digital downloads. If a few posts go viral, $600 can come surprisingly fast.

Flexible Online Work

11. Test Websites or Apps


Testing websites and apps is one of the simplest ways to make extra money online. With user testing, companies pay you for your feedback on how user-friendly their websites or apps are.

Once you sign up for a user testing site, you’ll then be sent tasks to complete. This is usually things like trying out a website or app. It could be while recording your screen and/or giving your thoughts and feedback out loud.

Each task is often only 10–20 minutes long. Some may be more, some less, and they often pay around $10–$20 for your feedback.

Sometimes they are looking for users in specific demographics/locations so have a look around to find the ones that suit you best.

The nice thing with testing websites and apps is that it’s quick, beginner-friendly, and you can often get accepted and complete your first paid task the same day you sign up! This then makes it perfect when you need to make money fast.

Side note: Some take a while before you are approved, so shop around if you need to be accepted and test right away!

12. Sell Unused Items Online


This is one most of us have done! By far one of the quickest and easiest ways to make yourself $600 is to sell things you no longer want or use. 

Have a declutter (even go room to room and declutter your whole space), and go through your home and gather clothes, books, home decor, tech gadgets, kitchen gear, or anything else that’s still in good/like new condition.

You can then take good photos of the items and then list them on sites like Facebook Marketplace, Vinted, or eBay. Most platforms now let you upload listings straight from your phone with just a few photos and a short but accurate description.

You can often get sales within hours if it’s a new item or a good bargain, and because these are items you already own, every dollar is pure profit.

This method is especially great if you want a way to make money quickly but where you are in complete control and can dip in and out when suits. You can even have things listed and selling while you’re working on a longer-term income stream in the background! 

13. Become a Virtual Assistant


Virtual Assistants (known as VAs), offer remote, admin type support to busy business owners! This could be for a brand, a blogger, an influencer or anyone else needing help managing tasks online.

Becoming a VA is a really flexible, fast-paying way to reach $600 without needing any special qualifications. Experience with Social Media and other online tasks is often all that is required which opens it up as an option to anyone who is interested in becoming a VA.

The types of tasks you could expect to do as a VA for someone could include things like replying to emails, organising files, scheduling appointments, managing social media content, or basic bookkeeping!

You will find that a good amount of entrepreneurs/bloggers prefer hiring beginners at lower hourly rates. This then makes this a great entry point for anyone getting into the VA space.

You can start with just one client and gradually add more as you gain experience and confidence in the VA world. Money wise, VA rates often start at $15–$25 an hour. This means you only need 25–40 hours of work to hit $600! The hours can be spread out however works best for you and your clients too.

Payments to you will also be made a lot sooner than some of the other options on this list so it’s one to keep in mind!

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14. Offer Proofreading or Editing


Proofreading or editing is perfect if you have a strong eye for detail, especially with grammar/language. As an income source, proofreading/editing can help you hit that $600 goal quickly with literally just a few projects.

Bloggers, authors, students etc all need help checking over their work to catch errors. We all make them! This means there is always a demand for someone to proofread and edit. You can find jobs on freelance platforms such as Fiverr, or you offer your services directly to small businesses through messages and emails.

The work is often fairly straightforward and flexible so you can fit it around your other tasks/around general life!

It does depend on the task but many proofreading/editing (text) jobs pay $30–$50 (or more) each. This means you only need a few jobs to reach your income goal – whatever number you are aiming for!

Bonus tip: if you are a fast reader but while keeping focus and having a good attention to detail, you can get through proofreading tasks a lot quicker than you may think!

15. Sell Canva or Other Digital Templates


If you’re really creative and love designing things online, making digital templates is a creative way to earn money online. You can create various templates, media kits, content calendars, pinterest pin templates or plannner pages using Canva, then sell them on platforms like Etsy, Shopify or your own blog if you have one.

Depending on your experience and preferences you can create products more visual like Canva Pinterest Pin Templates, or more text based such as planners or spreadsheets. 

The amazing thing about digital templates (digital products in general) can be listed once and sold over and over again! This means you get the full sale price every time, whether you sell it once or 100 times. Plus you don’t have to hold any stock or worry about posting any products out.

Because of this, your income can add up really fast even with low product prices. Pricing them at $10–$20 each means you only need around 30–60 sales to hit $600. On the flip side if you sell bundles for $100, you only need to sell 6! This is totally possible if you promote your listings on Pinterest or Instagram.

If you like the idea of selling digital products online but don’t want to create your own, PLR products (ones you buy that you can edit and sell on as your own) are 100% the way to go. You buy products with PLR/MRR, then edit, rebrand and sell on, for 100% profit. 

For ideas of the types of PLR (also known as done-for-you) products you can sell, look at this planner and this content e-book/content bundle. 

Offline & Hybrid Ideas

16. Pet Sitting or Dog Walking


If you love animals then pet sitting or dog walking can be one of the quickest ways to reach $600.

Pet owners are often in need of reliable people to look after their pets while they are working, for a day or for longer stints such as if they are away on vacations. You would most likely be paid per walk or visit (can work up to block bookings if this suits you/them), and many are looking for someone they can rely on/trust on a regular basis. This makes it the perfect quick income stream if you have the time and flexibility to fit in with someone else’s work/life schedule!

You don’t need special qualifications to get started! Although of course experience with the animals you are wanting to look after is an important factor. At the end of the day though you just need to be reliable, friendly, and have a genuine love and understanding of animals.

Advertising for your services can be done locally, on social media, or pet care platforms. Also people who are in need of a pet sitter may also put a post on social media asking for someone to look after their pet so joining local Facebook groups may be the perfect way to find clients.

You would only need a few regular bookings each week for the income to add up fast, and because payment is usually made in cash there and then, or paid to you instantly online/via apps, you don’t have to wait weeks to get paid!

It’s wise to look into insurance for pet sitting/dog walking so definitely worth thinking about before jumping in.

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17. Babysitting or Childcare


As with pet sitting, babysitting is another simple, fast-paying side hustle that works perfectly around other commitments.

Many parents will happily pay a really good amount an hour for a responsible, trustsworthy babysitter. Often babysitters are most required for evenings and weekends so it can be easy to fit around your daily life. Childcare may be more daytime so you would need to work out what suited you best!

To start you can just let friends, family, and neighbours know you’re available! You could also join local childcare platforms in your local area. Often people will only use people they already know/trust but no harm in putting yourself out there if you don’t know anyone in your personal life with children. 

Babysitting especially is really flexible/easy to fit into your own life, easy to start, and even just a few evenings of babysitting could bring in the full $600 you’re aiming for! That makes it one of the quickest ways to earn cash locally.

Exactly the same as pet sitting, you would only need a few regular bookings each week for the income to add up fast, and because payment is usually made in cash there and then, or paid to you instantly online/via apps, you don’t have to wait weeks to get paid! Plus it’s always wise to look into insurance.

18. House Sitting


House sitting is exactly as it sounds. It involves looking after someone’s home while they’re away. Either for single days or for while they are away for longer periods! Tasks you would do would be things such as watering plants, collecting mail, or caring for pets.

It’s usually a low-effort income source (depending on pets of course), and it can pay surprisingly well for the amount of time required from you.

Sometimes the house sitting jobs are local and paid per visit, while others may include free accommodation (if you’re open to staying elsewhere for a few days). You can choose the jobs you feel comfortable doing, or are able to do if you have your own commitments at home!

Longer stays/staying overnight will of course pay more. Whereas if it’s a quick water the plants and feed the fish job, you can take on a couple at a time if you have the time and resources to do so!

You would only need a few short-term bookings at $100–$200 each could easily get you to your $600 goal.

19. Offer Local Cleaning or Organising Services


If you find cleaning, organising or decluttering therapeutic, offering cleaning or decluttering services is a great way to earn money! Especially since many people are happy to pay $100+ for help with a one-off project.

People often get overwhelmed with clutter or things not having a proper home making the place feel disorganised and messy. It’s common for them to pay someone to come in and help to take the stress and overwhelm away from them!

This could be anything from deep cleaning kitchens and bathrooms to organising wardrobes or garages.

The start-up costs are low as you just need basic supplies. (Depending on if you are offering basic decluttering or a full clean etc.) And the work can be scheduled whenever suits you and them. Because these are one-off jobs, you can often get paid on the day, which makes it ideal when you need cash quickly.

Even three to six local clients could get you to $600 in under a month!

As with a few of the others mentioned, it would again be wise to look into insurance for this one.

20. Host a Garage Sale or Car Boot Sale


If you want fast money in just a weekend, a garage or car boot sale can be perfect.

This is ideal if you need some money quickly but you are just wanting more of a one time thing.

The idea is that you go through your home and gather up anything you no longer want that’s in good condition. This could be clothes, books, toys, home decor, small furniture etc. Then you take it all and set up a stall with the items on display for people to buy.

You can also sell items on Facebook Marketplace or eBay if items are worth more, didn’t sell at your stall, or do it all online if you prefer not to do it in person!

Because you’re selling things you already own, every sale is pure profit! It’s common to make a few hundred dollars in just a single day if you price items fairly, display them well and get good interest.

You may need to check regulations in your area as to where you can sell items.

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Creative & Fun Ideas

21. Selling Handmade Items on Etsy

Etsy is fab if you’re more creative! If you want a more hands-on or crafty option for making some money online, selling handmade items like stickers, charms, bookmarks or ornaments can be a fun way to make yourself $600. While it can take time to build up a full shop with lots of products, you can start really fast if you already have finished products ready to list.

Etsy is its own marketplace. This means it has a huge built-in audience who are already searching for handmade goods. This means that if one of your items does well, you could see sales coming in within a few days.

This is also true if you are selling in a very specific niche. This is because people may be searching for items in that niche directly, and maybe don’t have the same amount of options. This means your products won’t get buried to the same extent as products in a much broader niche. 

You can also promote your listings on Pinterest and Instagram to speed things up! Depending on your pricepoint, you could get to your $600 goal surprisingly fast!

22. Sell Print-on-Demand Products


Another option to make money online an online store such as Etsy or Shopify is to sell print-on-demand products. 

Selling print-on-demand (POD) products is a great way to earn income without worrying about inventory, packaging, or shipping yourself. 

How it works is you design items like t-shirts, mugs, tote bags, or notebooks using platforms such as Canva, then sell them through Etsy or Shopify, via a print-on-demand service such as Printify.

Once you create your designs, you upload them to Printify where the mock up items are shown. You can then use these mock ups in your Etsy/Shopify store so customers can see the finished product! When someone orders through your Shopify or Etsy store, the order goes via Printify and they then take care of everything when a customer orders including creation and shipping etc.

You then get paid by the customer for the full product amount, minus the base cost of the product by your Print-on-demand platform.

You don’t need to overcomplicate things as platforms like Shopify make it insanely easy to sell your products online. And the best part? You can start with a free trial and then just £1/month for your first 3 months here!

green shopify ADVERT IMAGE promoting 3 day free trial and then $1 a month for 3 months

Because the products are printed and shipped on demand, you can focus on creating beautiful, on-trend designs and growing your store through Pinterest, Instagram, and SEO. The best part of POD products is that your designs can keep earning for you long after you’ve created them.

You can also offer as many sizes/colours/options as your POD platform offers, so customers can always find exactly what they want!

You can get started for FREE on Printify here!

23. Start a YouTube Channel (With Existing Content)


Starting a brand-new YouTube channel from zero can take time so isn’t really ideal for this list to make $600 quickly. BUT if you already have content planned, videos filmed, or can already edit videos to a high level, uploading those videos consistently can get you earning fairly fast.

Now YouTube does have eligibility criteria for becoming monetized for adverts. As of right now the criteria is you need 1000 subscribers and 4000 watch time hours. But if you’re not near this yet don’t worry as you can still do Affiliate Marketing!

Even small channels can earn $600 from a mix of affiliate links in the descriptions, digital product sales, and then ad revenue once you’re monetised!

The important thing is to really focus on searchable content in a specific niche that solves problems or teaches something valuable! These tend to get views faster as there’s less overall content in very specific niches. This means that if one video goes viral, you could reach your $600 target in just days from affiliate sales.

You may even get monetized quicker than you expect. That would mean you would earn from views as well as affiliate sales!

24. Join Paid Market Research Studies


Paid research studies and focus groups are one of the fastest ways to earn larger chunks of money in just an hour or two.

Many will pay $50–$100+ for your time and can be done online at home or in person. You just sign up, answer a few screener questions, and if you match what they’re looking for, you’ll get invited to participate in that study.

Payment may vary depending on the company, but are usually sent within days via PayPal/an online app or even gift cards.

If you apply to as many as possible, you could hit $600 with just a handful of studies, making this a super time-efficient way to earn!

The one thing to note here is that it may not be as instant as you are hoping for if there are no studies available to join at that exact moment. Definitely worth keeping an eye out for though for when they do pop up!

25. Offer Simple Tech Setup Services


The last option on this list of 25 ways to make $600 quickly in 2026 is to offer a service such as a simple tech setup service!

So many more people need this service than you likely realize!

Many small business owners, creators or people in general can struggle with tech related tasks. This could be anything from setting up their website, Canva account, Pinterest account or email platforms such as Mailerlite. So many are happy to pay someone to do it for them so they don’t have to worry or stress about it.

If you’re confident with technology (at least to a solid base level), you can offer simple “done-for-you” setup packages and promote them locally or online. If this doesn’t suit you can of course offer single set up services, these will just be priced a lot lower of course.

The nice thing is that it’s beginner-friendly, can be done remotely, and just a few clients could get you to your $600 target almost instantly!

And that’s it, 25 simple ways to make $600 quickly in 2025!

As you can see from all of the options above, your $600 income is closer than you think!

Some of these ideas can get you money within days. Others may have a longer payout time so it is just something to keep in mind when choosing which options are best for you.

As mentioned earlier, if you already have a blog, email list or social media account then things can grow a lot quicker, but it’s certainly not a requirement.

The fab things that whatever your starting point, making $600 quickly is 100% possible.

And the beauty is that once you’ve done it once, you can repeat it again and again.

The most important tip (albeit the hardest one) is just to start.

Choose one or two of these ideas that jump out to you the most, and you can get started today.

The fastest way to reach $600 isn’t by doing everything at once as you will spread yourself too thin which isn’t the goal here.

We have all been there, but to make money quickly, you need more focus on your strategy rather than trying a load of different ideas.

This means ideally not to pick 14 of the ideas to have a go at at once lol. What you need to do is to go all-in on something that excites you, and give it your full focus until you see the money!

If none of these options jumped out at you, or you want a list of 47 ways to make money, check out this post here!

Want to Skip the Slow Start?

It can take a good amount of  time to figure out what works best for you.

You want something that works, but that you also enjoy!

I know that trying out new ways to make money can feel really daunting as to where to start, so if you’d rather skip all that trial-and-error and give yourself a well deserved head start, I’ve put together my favourite tools and resources to help you start making money online.

These tools are super beginner-friendly and there’s something for everyone, no matter what money-making option you choose to go for! 

They will help so much so you can start creating income streams that actually work, without wasting months guessing what to do next. 

✨ Check out my go-to blogging + income resources here ✨

If you are interested in blogging specifically, you will love this post I wrote on the tools you really need as a blogger. (It’s not a long list!)

Speak soon!

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11 Powerful Affirmations for Success & Abundance https://katherinemclee.com/affirmations-for-success/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=affirmations-for-success https://katherinemclee.com/affirmations-for-success/#comments Thu, 18 Sep 2025 10:51:22 +0000 https://katherinemclee.com/?p=14682 In this post I am going to give you 11 Powerful Affirmations for Success & Abundance. If you are reading this post I will assume you are looking for some ways to enhance your life, in whatever ways that may be. Success and abundance doesn’t just mean money or income, it can mean so many different things to different people.  This means that even though we are talking about “success and abundance”, what that looks like for you, may be very different to what it looks like for someone else. These affirmations will work for anyone. If you find one that isn’t quite right, you can absolutely modify it to suit your own wants and needs. Your goals and dream life are personal to you. This means your affirmations should be personal to you also. These are some amazing ideas to use if you are new to affirmations, or as a base if you want to change them to suit your needs. Success and abundance aren’t just about endless hustle or perfect strategy. They come from the energy you show up with every single day. In all areas of life you want to change. And one of the quickest ways to shift that energy? Saying powerful affirmations. (If you’re new to affirmations then this all may sound a little odd but stay with me…) So what even are affirmations?  Affirmations are powerful little personal statements that help you rewire your thoughts, self-belief, and help to align your mindset with the life you’re creating. Usually the recommendation is to say them aloud, but reading them can also work amazingly well. They might seem simple (because they are lol), but they can spark some fairly major changes. This is because your mind is always listening to what you tell it. Good or bad. When you repeat affirmations consistently, they start to adjust your thoughts but in a positive way. They can also help your emotions, and inspire the actions that you need/want to take to reallly create the real changes that you are wanting. No matter whether you’re wanting to build a business, get your dream career or want to grow into a more confident version of yourself, affirmations are a bit of a secret weapon when it comes to mindset. In this post, you’ll find 11 powerful affirmations that can help you attract success and abundance into your life, along with how to actually use them so they work for you. Why Affirmations Work Affirmations aren’t just nice words that you say to yourself. They actually really help to rewire your subconscious mind. How this works is that every time you repeat a positive statement, you’re strengthening a new thought pattern.  It also means you are weakening the old, limiting thoughts and patterns. Saying affirmations works because our brains learn through repetition. Good or bad! Whatever you feed your brain is what it starts to believe. According to Forbes, shifting your beliefs around financial success is one of the biggest mindset blocks entrepreneurs need to overcome. When you focus more consistently on positive thoughts and beliefs, your brain starts to see them as what is true! This then helps to naturally shape your actions, decisions, and energy to match these new thought patterns. This is exactly how affirmations shift your focus from fear and doubt to confidence and possibility. And that energetic shift is what creates real results that you can physically feel.  When it comes to wanting to make big changes in your life, whether it be success and abundance, changes to your body, or improving other areas of your life, mindset is the first thing that needs to change or you will have a massively hard time getting there. Affirmations help to get your brain to focus in on the positive mindset needed to reach those goals. That is the basis of the importance of affirmations.  How to Use Affirmations Before we get into the affirmations, there’s something to remember…. Just reading affirmations once and hoping for a huge change won’t do much. Affirmations themselves are an amazing tool, but that’s when used properly. The real magic happens when you: The point of repeating affirmations is that your subconscious mind can’t tell the difference between what’s physically real and what is a belief you’ve chosen. This means you can merge a truth and a belief you’ve chosen that you’ve repeated often enough that your mind starts to believe it. The more you affirm your wants and your success, the more your mind will look for ways to make it real.  Let’s get into these 11 affirmations.  Remember you can modify, change and use these as you need! 11 Powerful Affirmations for Success & Abundance Each one of these affirmations below is designed to help you feel more confidence, wealth, and alignment to your life and vision. Say them enough times to really let yourself believe them. It will probably feel really weird when you first do it, but with a few repetitions you should start to feel it! Pick and choose the affirmations from this list below and modify them to suit yourself and wants if needed. 1. I am open to receiving unlimited success and abundance 2. Opportunities flow to me effortlessly and in perfect timing 3. I am worthy of the wealth, success, and freedom I desire 4. Every action I take moves me closer to my dreams 5. Money flows to me easily from multiple sources 6. I create my own success story, one aligned step at a time 7. I attract the right people, ideas, and opportunities to grow my income 8. I am deeply grateful for the abundance that surrounds me 9. My success is inevitable and already on its way 10. I choose to believe in my limitless potential 11. I am becoming more confident, capable, and successful every single day How to Make Affirmations Part of Your Daily Routine The more easily your affirmations fit into your routine, the more likely you’ll stick with them. Which is the important part lol. Here are some super easy ways to make them part of your day: Over time and with some practice, these daily affirmation moments will completely shift your mindset and energy. It won’t feel like much is happening until you realise you start looking forward to them as your mind knows they feel good! Use these affirmations (or your versions of them) daily to keep your mindset focused on success and abundance. And watch how quickly everything starts shifting for you! Your Success Is Already On Its Way 💛 Affirmations are more than just nice/positive words. While they can feel good, they can also do a lot of good. They’re one of the tools to help you build belief, attract opportunities, and stay aligned with the version of you who already has everything you desire. Don’t let the feeling of “that would never work” stop you from trying something that’s quick, free and easy, and might just change your life. Say them with conviction! Feel them in your bones. And most of all, move and take inspired action as if they’re all already true. Success and abundance are not distant dreams. No matter what they look like for you. If you want them then they’re your destiny, and they’re closer than you think.  Every affirmation you speak or write down is like planting a seed in your subconscious mind. It won’t bloom overnight, but with consistency, patience and daily nurturing, those seeds will grow into a completely new reality for you. If you’re also working on improving your money mindset affirmations, here are some really simple ways to make $600 quickly even as a beginner. Perfect if you’re manifesting more financial abundance this year! The version of you who already has the success, wealth, peace, and abundance you dream of? She isn’t a distant fantasy. She’s you. Just a few steps, a few shifts, and a few bold choices/decisions away. Each time you repeat an affirmation, you’re choosing your future self. The one who already has what it is you are aiming and longing for. With every affirmation you tell yourself and really feeling in your body, you’re reminding yourself what’s possible for you. You are strengthening your belief in yourself and your capabilities, and you’re building the mindset that will carry you straight into your dream life. Let these affirmations (whether from this list or your modified ones) be your reminder of your potential and capabilities when things feel uncertain. Let them be your fuel and reassurance when your dreams feel too big for you. (Spoiler alert, they aren’t too big.) Your words (especially to yourself) are responsible for the first step in shaping your future. And your future is going to be absolutely incredible.  So say them all. Believe them. And then go take the inspired and aligned action that makes them real for you. Your abundance is on its way, faster than you can imagine. 💛 What are your favourite affirmations? Let me know in the comments below as I would love to hear them! If you want a list of 101 Inspiring Quotes, check out this post here! For a full list of quotes, affirmations and blog posts, you can check out my Pinterest Profile! Speak soon, 📌 Pin for later 📌

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In this post I am going to give you 11 Powerful Affirmations for Success & Abundance.

If you are reading this post I will assume you are looking for some ways to enhance your life, in whatever ways that may be. Success and abundance doesn’t just mean money or income, it can mean so many different things to different people. 

This means that even though we are talking about “success and abundance”, what that looks like for you, may be very different to what it looks like for someone else.

These affirmations will work for anyone.

If you find one that isn’t quite right, you can absolutely modify it to suit your own wants and needs.

Your goals and dream life are personal to you. This means your affirmations should be personal to you also. These are some amazing ideas to use if you are new to affirmations, or as a base if you want to change them to suit your needs.

Success and abundance aren’t just about endless hustle or perfect strategy. They come from the energy you show up with every single day. In all areas of life you want to change. And one of the quickest ways to shift that energy? Saying powerful affirmations.

(If you’re new to affirmations then this all may sound a little odd but stay with me…)

So what even are affirmations? 

Affirmations are powerful little personal statements that help you rewire your thoughts, self-belief, and help to align your mindset with the life you’re creating.

Usually the recommendation is to say them aloud, but reading them can also work amazingly well.

They might seem simple (because they are lol), but they can spark some fairly major changes.

This is because your mind is always listening to what you tell it. Good or bad.

When you repeat affirmations consistently, they start to adjust your thoughts but in a positive way. They can also help your emotions, and inspire the actions that you need/want to take to reallly create the real changes that you are wanting.

No matter whether you’re wanting to build a business, get your dream career or want to grow into a more confident version of yourself, affirmations are a bit of a secret weapon when it comes to mindset.

In this post, you’ll find 11 powerful affirmations that can help you attract success and abundance into your life, along with how to actually use them so they work for you.

affirmations for success and abundace

Why Affirmations Work

Affirmations aren’t just nice words that you say to yourself. They actually really help to rewire your subconscious mind.

How this works is that every time you repeat a positive statement, you’re strengthening a new thought pattern.  It also means you are weakening the old, limiting thoughts and patterns.

Saying affirmations works because our brains learn through repetition. Good or bad! Whatever you feed your brain is what it starts to believe.

According to Forbes, shifting your beliefs around financial success is one of the biggest mindset blocks entrepreneurs need to overcome.

When you focus more consistently on positive thoughts and beliefs, your brain starts to see them as what is true! This then helps to naturally shape your actions, decisions, and energy to match these new thought patterns.

This is exactly how affirmations shift your focus from fear and doubt to confidence and possibility. And that energetic shift is what creates real results that you can physically feel. 

When it comes to wanting to make big changes in your life, whether it be success and abundance, changes to your body, or improving other areas of your life, mindset is the first thing that needs to change or you will have a massively hard time getting there.

Affirmations help to get your brain to focus in on the positive mindset needed to reach those goals.

That is the basis of the importance of affirmations. 

How to Use Affirmations

Before we get into the affirmations, there’s something to remember….

Just reading affirmations once and hoping for a huge change won’t do much.

Affirmations themselves are an amazing tool, but that’s when used properly.

The real magic happens when you:

  • Repeat them daily. Do this however works best for you! For some ideas, you could say them out loud each morning, read them to yourself during the day, or write them in your journal every night.
  • Feel the words. Don’t just recite them. Imagine what it would feel like if they were already true. The feeling is the important part here.
  • Say them alongside the complementing actions. Affirmations are the things that can help to shift your mindset, but it’s the actual actions that bring results. The two work best together!
  • Be consistent. This is the hardest part! It’s the daily repetition of the affirmations that means the most to you that rewires your thoughts over time, building that belief in yourself and your vision.

The point of repeating affirmations is that your subconscious mind can’t tell the difference between what’s physically real and what is a belief you’ve chosen.

This means you can merge a truth and a belief you’ve chosen that you’ve repeated often enough that your mind starts to believe it.

The more you affirm your wants and your success, the more your mind will look for ways to make it real. 

Let’s get into these 11 affirmations. 

Remember you can modify, change and use these as you need!

11 Powerful Affirmations for Success & Abundance

Each one of these affirmations below is designed to help you feel more confidence, wealth, and alignment to your life and vision.

Say them enough times to really let yourself believe them.

It will probably feel really weird when you first do it, but with a few repetitions you should start to feel it!

Pick and choose the affirmations from this list below and modify them to suit yourself and wants if needed.

1. I am open to receiving unlimited success and abundance

2. Opportunities flow to me effortlessly and in perfect timing

3. I am worthy of the wealth, success, and freedom I desire

4. Every action I take moves me closer to my dreams

5. Money flows to me easily from multiple sources

6. I create my own success story, one aligned step at a time

7. I attract the right people, ideas, and opportunities to grow my income

8. I am deeply grateful for the abundance that surrounds me

9. My success is inevitable and already on its way

10. I choose to believe in my limitless potential

11. I am becoming more confident, capable, and successful every single day

How to Make Affirmations Part of Your Daily Routine

The more easily your affirmations fit into your routine, the more likely you’ll stick with them. Which is the important part lol.

Here are some super easy ways to make them part of your day:

  • Write your top 3 affirmations on sticky notes and place them where you’ll see them often.
  • Record yourself saying your affirmations and play them while you walk, journal, or get ready in the morning.
  • Add affirmations to your phone’s home screen or as daily alarms with motivational reminders.
  • Stacking them with habits you already do is amazing if you’re forgetful or find it hard to find the time to add in new habits. Try saying them while making coffee or brushing your teeth.

Over time and with some practice, these daily affirmation moments will completely shift your mindset and energy.

It won’t feel like much is happening until you realise you start looking forward to them as your mind knows they feel good!

Use these affirmations (or your versions of them) daily to keep your mindset focused on success and abundance. And watch how quickly everything starts shifting for you!

Your Success Is Already On Its Way 💛

Affirmations are more than just nice/positive words.

While they can feel good, they can also do a lot of good.

They’re one of the tools to help you build belief, attract opportunities, and stay aligned with the version of you who already has everything you desire.

Don’t let the feeling of “that would never work” stop you from trying something that’s quick, free and easy, and might just change your life.

Say them with conviction! Feel them in your bones. And most of all, move and take inspired action as if they’re all already true.

Success and abundance are not distant dreams. No matter what they look like for you. If you want them then they’re your destiny, and they’re closer than you think. 

Every affirmation you speak or write down is like planting a seed in your subconscious mind. It won’t bloom overnight, but with consistency, patience and daily nurturing, those seeds will grow into a completely new reality for you.

If you’re also working on improving your money mindset affirmations, here are some really simple ways to make $600 quickly even as a beginner. Perfect if you’re manifesting more financial abundance this year!

The version of you who already has the success, wealth, peace, and abundance you dream of? She isn’t a distant fantasy. She’s you. Just a few steps, a few shifts, and a few bold choices/decisions away.

Each time you repeat an affirmation, you’re choosing your future self.

The one who already has what it is you are aiming and longing for.

With every affirmation you tell yourself and really feeling in your body, you’re reminding yourself what’s possible for you. You are strengthening your belief in yourself and your capabilities, and you’re building the mindset that will carry you straight into your dream life.

Let these affirmations (whether from this list or your modified ones) be your reminder of your potential and capabilities when things feel uncertain. Let them be your fuel and reassurance when your dreams feel too big for you. (Spoiler alert, they aren’t too big.)

Your words (especially to yourself) are responsible for the first step in shaping your future. And your future is going to be absolutely incredible. 

So say them all. Believe them. And then go take the inspired and aligned action that makes them real for you. Your abundance is on its way, faster than you can imagine. 💛

What are your favourite affirmations?

Let me know in the comments below as I would love to hear them!

If you want a list of 101 Inspiring Quotes, check out this post here!

For a full list of quotes, affirmations and blog posts, you can check out my Pinterest Profile!

Speak soon,

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Affiliate Marketing for Beginners: How to Make Your First $1,000 https://katherinemclee.com/affiliate-marketing-for-beginners/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=affiliate-marketing-for-beginners https://katherinemclee.com/affiliate-marketing-for-beginners/#comments Thu, 11 Sep 2025 15:52:01 +0000 https://katherinemclee.com/?p=14628 In this post we are going to go over Affiliate Marketing for beginners, and how to make your first $1000! Affiliate marketing can honestly sound too good to be true when you first come across it. As in, you’re telling me I can recommend something I already use or love and actually get paid real money for doing so? It feels like there must be a catch somewhere. But there really isn’t. Affiliate marketing is one of the most beginner-friendly ways to start earning online once you understand how it works. And here’s the best part: you don’t need a huge following, years of blogging experience, or some massive budget to get started. You can begin with the tools, audience and platforms you already have. Even if that’s just a basic blog or a small social media account! That’s exactly how most people get to their first $1,000. They start small, are consistent, and focus on recommending things they genuinely use and love. I know that $1,000 might feel like a huge amount if you’re just starting out. But when you break it down, it’s much more achievable than it looks!  This isn’t me saying you will make that $1000 today. Realistically it will take time to get there, but it all adds up. You also don’t know when those sales will exactly happen! As a personal example, I had joined a new affiliate program a while back and had no sign ups for the first few weeks (completely normal!), and then randomly one day I had 2 people sign up less than 10 mins from each other, out of the blue! For you, it could be that you sell 10 products that pay you $100 each, or 100 products that pay you $10 each. This can be the same product over and over, it doesn’t have to be different products. It all depends on your niche, your audience, and what you’re promoting through your affiliate links. When you break it down like this, suddenly the whole process feels less overwhelming and more exciting! The trick is to find products you use or love and start with price points you are comfortable with. You can always build up from there. Affiliate marketing is by far my biggest (and favourite) way of making money online. And I want to show you how it can work for you too!  In this post, I’m breaking down exactly what affiliate marketing is, how it works, and the simple steps you can take right now to start working towards your first $1,000. So grab a coffee (or your favourite snack), and let’s get into affiliate marketing! What is Affiliate Marketing (And Why It’s Perfect for Beginners)? Affiliate marketing is basically when you recommend a product or service you genuinely like, and when someone buys through your special affiliate link, you earn a commission. This could be as low as 2%, right up to 80% or more! A real-life example would be that you purchase something, love it, rave about it to a friend, they see your excitement for it and decide to purchase it too. If you had your own link in the middle there, you would get paid for them making that purchase at no extra cost to them! You connect people with things they need or want, and you get the commission for making the connection happen. You’re not reaching out to sell people things, you’re just promoting or talking about the things you love, and if they want to click through your link to purchase, you get paid. The reason it’s so good for beginners is that you don’t need to create your own products, deal with shipping or physical products, or handle customer service (as it’s not your product). You’re simply sharing something you already believe in and love. Whether that’s a course that helped you, a tool you use every day, or a product you’d happily tell a friend about. If you would share it or recommend it to a friend, you can recommend it to a larger audience and get paid to do so! It’s low-risk (again, not your products), doesn’t need a huge budget to start, and can grow with you as your blog or online presence grows. That’s why so many people’s first income online comes from affiliate marketing. It’s simple, scalable, and really does work when you learn how to do it correctly. How Affiliate Marketing Works (The Simple Breakdown) Affiliate marketing might sound like a complicated or fancy term, but the actual process is super straightforward. It all comes down to three main steps: (Important note: Always remember to put disclaimers where you post affiliate links. You may have noticed that every blog post where I share even 1 affiliate link has a disclaimer at the top. Check out the top of this post for an example!) That’s literally it. You don’t need to overcomplicate it at all. Affiliate marketing is just about recommending something you’d already talk about anyway, but with the bonus of getting paid for it. Tell me that’s not an amazing set up lol. How to Choose Affiliate Programs That Actually Pay This is one of the important parts to get right, but you can adapt as you gain more experience! Not all affiliate programs are created equal. Not in a bad way, they just work slightly differently to each other. For example (as mentioned earlier) some may offer 2% commission, some may offer up to 80%. Some will give you a 24hr cookie period (the time you have between someone clicking your link to making a purchase, even if they come back later/a different day), whereas some can be 365 day cookie periods. There are programs with no payment threshold, and others you need to have a certain amount of commission in your account before you get paid. Choosing programs that fit the criteria you want or need can just help streamline that process for you! You don’t want to water yourself too thin but you can apply to/join as many affiliate programs as you like. So if you find out one you have joined isn’t giving you what you would like back, you are completely free to join another! A few tips for choosing affiliate programs that will actually make you money, you need to choose programs that are: Good examples of affiliate products you can promote are things like: Blogging courses, Pinterest/marketing courses, email marketing software, web hosting, legal bundles ect! The other thing to keep in mind is that some programs do require a website to link back to in your application. For some they are looking for a blog/youtube channel, some want a pinterest account or instagram profile so again you can find the ones that suit your content best.  How to Get People to See Your Affiliate Links This is where most people get stuck. You can have the best affiliate products in the world, but if nobody’s seeing your links, you won’t make sales.  The good thing is that there are multiple ways to get eyes on your content and your links. Here are some traffic sources that work brilliantly for affiliate marketing: The key thing to remember is that you don’t need millions of views. You just need the right people seeing your links. A small, targeted audience beats a huge, random one every time. It’s all well and good having thousands of viewers seeing your links, but only those who are truly interested in your products/tools will consider buying. ✨ Ready to start earning from your content? Grab my free 50 Content Power Prompts to kickstart your ideas and grow your income! Plus, you’ll get a special one-time offer on my Complete Social Media Content Toolkit! ✨ How to Build Trust (So People Click & Buy) Here’s the truth and another mistake people often make. People don’t just buy because you dropped a link in the middle of a blog post. They buy because they trust you. And building that trust is what makes your affiliate links actually convert to sales. Affiliate income can be passive absolutely, but throwing some links into a post and then doing nothing with it isn’t likely to reap many rewards. There are a few ways you can help people want to click on those links! A few simple ways to do this: Remember, people buy from people they like and trust. If your audience feels like they know you, they’ll happily click your link over a stranger’s they have never seen before. Conclusion: Your First $1,000 is Closer Than You Think Affiliate marketing might seem like this huge, complicated world, but honestly? It’s one of the simplest (in terms of strategy/set up) and most beginner-friendly ways to start making money online. You don’t need a massive audience, you don’t need to create your own product, and you don’t need years of experience. You just need to share the products, tools and resources you already love, use and believe in. The first $1,000 might feel like a dream to you right now, but it’s much closer than you think. A few solid blog posts, some pins driving traffic, and building trust with your readers can get you there faster. When you’ve built the systems, it’s rinse and repeat. If one blog post and one affiliate program can make $1,000, imagine what 10 posts and 5 programs could do. Once you hit it, it’s proof to yourself that if you can make $1,000… you can scale to $5,000, $10,000 and beyond. The quickest and best way to make money with affiliate marketing, is just to get started. You can literally start as soon as today. Don;t feel that you can’t do it, you absolutely can, you just need to go for it 🙂 If you want even more information on affiliate marketing, you can check out this post here! If you don’t feel affiliate marketing is totally right for you, I have a list of 47 different ways to make $100 a day which you can find here! For more information on Digital Marketing as a whole and how to get started, check out that post here! Feel free to leave any questions or comments in the box below! Speak soon! 📌 Pin for later 📌

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In this post we are going to go over Affiliate Marketing for beginners, and how to make your first $1000!

Affiliate marketing can honestly sound too good to be true when you first come across it. As in, you’re telling me I can recommend something I already use or love and actually get paid real money for doing so? It feels like there must be a catch somewhere. But there really isn’t.

Affiliate marketing is one of the most beginner-friendly ways to start earning online once you understand how it works.

And here’s the best part: you don’t need a huge following, years of blogging experience, or some massive budget to get started. You can begin with the tools, audience and platforms you already have. Even if that’s just a basic blog or a small social media account!

That’s exactly how most people get to their first $1,000. They start small, are consistent, and focus on recommending things they genuinely use and love.

I know that $1,000 might feel like a huge amount if you’re just starting out. But when you break it down, it’s much more achievable than it looks! 

This isn’t me saying you will make that $1000 today. Realistically it will take time to get there, but it all adds up. You also don’t know when those sales will exactly happen!

As a personal example, I had joined a new affiliate program a while back and had no sign ups for the first few weeks (completely normal!), and then randomly one day I had 2 people sign up less than 10 mins from each other, out of the blue!

For you, it could be that you sell 10 products that pay you $100 each, or 100 products that pay you $10 each. This can be the same product over and over, it doesn’t have to be different products. It all depends on your niche, your audience, and what you’re promoting through your affiliate links.

When you break it down like this, suddenly the whole process feels less overwhelming and more exciting!

The trick is to find products you use or love and start with price points you are comfortable with. You can always build up from there.

Affiliate marketing is by far my biggest (and favourite) way of making money online. And I want to show you how it can work for you too! 

In this post, I’m breaking down exactly what affiliate marketing is, how it works, and the simple steps you can take right now to start working towards your first $1,000.

So grab a coffee (or your favourite snack), and let’s get into affiliate marketing!

Affiliate Marketing for Beginners: How to Make Your First $1,000
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What is Affiliate Marketing (And Why It’s Perfect for Beginners)?

Affiliate marketing is basically when you recommend a product or service you genuinely like, and when someone buys through your special affiliate link, you earn a commission. This could be as low as 2%, right up to 80% or more!

A real-life example would be that you purchase something, love it, rave about it to a friend, they see your excitement for it and decide to purchase it too. If you had your own link in the middle there, you would get paid for them making that purchase at no extra cost to them!

You connect people with things they need or want, and you get the commission for making the connection happen.

You’re not reaching out to sell people things, you’re just promoting or talking about the things you love, and if they want to click through your link to purchase, you get paid.

The reason it’s so good for beginners is that you don’t need to create your own products, deal with shipping or physical products, or handle customer service (as it’s not your product).

You’re simply sharing something you already believe in and love. Whether that’s a course that helped you, a tool you use every day, or a product you’d happily tell a friend about.

If you would share it or recommend it to a friend, you can recommend it to a larger audience and get paid to do so!

It’s low-risk (again, not your products), doesn’t need a huge budget to start, and can grow with you as your blog or online presence grows. That’s why so many people’s first income online comes from affiliate marketing. It’s simple, scalable, and really does work when you learn how to do it correctly.

How Affiliate Marketing Works (The Simple Breakdown)

Affiliate marketing might sound like a complicated or fancy term, but the actual process is super straightforward. It all comes down to three main steps:

  1. Join an affiliate program: This could be for a course, a product, or even something like web hosting. You apply to the brand/company, and once approved, you’ll get your own unique tracking link that you can share.
  2. Share your affiliate link: You can add this special link into your blog posts, emails, Pinterest pins, or social media. (Remember to check the rules as each program/brand can have different rules as to where you can share the links). When someone clicks your link, the brand knows that it was you that referred them. The link also takes the reader from your blog (for example) straight to their own shop/sales page, so that’s your part done!
  3. Earn commission when they buy: If that person makes a purchase, you get a percentage of the sale. Some are larger commissions than others, but you will find that out when you apply. Some programs even give recurring commissions (meaning you keep getting paid as long as the customer stays subscribed).

(Important note: Always remember to put disclaimers where you post affiliate links. You may have noticed that every blog post where I share even 1 affiliate link has a disclaimer at the top. Check out the top of this post for an example!)

That’s literally it. You don’t need to overcomplicate it at all. Affiliate marketing is just about recommending something you’d already talk about anyway, but with the bonus of getting paid for it. Tell me that’s not an amazing set up lol.

How to Choose Affiliate Programs That Actually Pay

This is one of the important parts to get right, but you can adapt as you gain more experience! Not all affiliate programs are created equal. Not in a bad way, they just work slightly differently to each other.

For example (as mentioned earlier) some may offer 2% commission, some may offer up to 80%. Some will give you a 24hr cookie period (the time you have between someone clicking your link to making a purchase, even if they come back later/a different day), whereas some can be 365 day cookie periods. There are programs with no payment threshold, and others you need to have a certain amount of commission in your account before you get paid.

Choosing programs that fit the criteria you want or need can just help streamline that process for you!

You don’t want to water yourself too thin but you can apply to/join as many affiliate programs as you like. So if you find out one you have joined isn’t giving you what you would like back, you are completely free to join another!

A few tips for choosing affiliate programs that will actually make you money, you need to choose programs that are:

  • High quality: Only recommend things you’d happily use or buy yourself. Trust is everything and people can tell if you’re promoting something you have no real knowledge of.
  • Good commission rates: Look for 20–50% commissions on digital products or courses. Physical products often pay less as there’s more overheads, so they can be harder to scale, but if you would rather promote these then you absolutely can, but the commission will be a lot lower.
  • In-demand: Make sure it’s something your audience already wants.This will depend on your content/niche and your audience. If you talk about blogging, a blogging course you took and love would be an amazing idea. If you talk about travel, a travel service or physical packing products would be a great choice for you.
  • Recurring options: Some programs (like software subscriptions) pay you every single month as long as your referral stays signed up. That means one sale can turn into long-term passive income. You may get less each month than a one off sign up (for example you may get $5 a month instead of a one off $40 sale) but over just a few months, you’ve already made more back!

Good examples of affiliate products you can promote are things like:

Blogging courses, Pinterest/marketing courses, email marketing software, web hosting, legal bundles ect!

The other thing to keep in mind is that some programs do require a website to link back to in your application. For some they are looking for a blog/youtube channel, some want a pinterest account or instagram profile so again you can find the ones that suit your content best. 

How to Get People to See Your Affiliate Links

This is where most people get stuck. You can have the best affiliate products in the world, but if nobody’s seeing your links, you won’t make sales. 

The good thing is that there are multiple ways to get eyes on your content and your links. Here are some traffic sources that work brilliantly for affiliate marketing:

  • Blogging: SEO (the clicks from search engines) takes a little time to build up to a good amount, but once your posts rank on Google, they can send you free, consistent traffic for years. Having a blog gives you that website link that a lot of affiliate platforms ask for in their application. It also gives you an amazing way to show off/talk about the products/services you are promoting.
  • Pinterest: This is one of the fastest ways to get traffic as a beginner. Or for anyone! Once you learn Pinterest, it is an incredible source of blog traffic. With the right pin designs and keywords, you can drive so many clicks to your blog posts every month.
  • Email list: This is what is known as your warm audience. These are the people who have chosen to give you their email address for something you offered. This could be a freebie, ebook, checklist, or a voucher if you have an online store. Once someone’s subscribed, you can keep building trust and share affiliate links in a way that feels natural and helpful to those people.

The key thing to remember is that you don’t need millions of views.

You just need the right people seeing your links. A small, targeted audience beats a huge, random one every time. It’s all well and good having thousands of viewers seeing your links, but only those who are truly interested in your products/tools will consider buying.

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How to Build Trust (So People Click & Buy)

Here’s the truth and another mistake people often make. People don’t just buy because you dropped a link in the middle of a blog post. They buy because they trust you. And building that trust is what makes your affiliate links actually convert to sales.

Affiliate income can be passive absolutely, but throwing some links into a post and then doing nothing with it isn’t likely to reap many rewards.

There are a few ways you can help people want to click on those links!

A few simple ways to do this:

  • Be honest: This is honestly so important. Share your real experiences with the product or service. If something has pros and cons, mention them both. People aren’t daft, and it’s much fairer for people to be able to make an informed decision as to if something is right for them. Readers respect honesty more than a perfect sales pitch!
  • Show your passion and excitement: People can absolutely sense (and tell) when someone genuinely likes and uses something. If you truly love something, why wouldn’t you want to tell people how great it is! This is the best way to do affiliate marketing as it’s all real, and natural.
  • Be consistent: The more your readers see you showing up with valuable content, the more they’ll trust your recommendations. It takes someone an average of 7 times of seeing something they want, before deciding to actually purchase. This number is much higher if someone isn’t interested at all the first time they see it. Of course you don’t want to spam or push your links, but you can promote them as much as you want.

Remember, people buy from people they like and trust. If your audience feels like they know you, they’ll happily click your link over a stranger’s they have never seen before.

Conclusion: Your First $1,000 is Closer Than You Think

Affiliate marketing might seem like this huge, complicated world, but honestly? It’s one of the simplest (in terms of strategy/set up) and most beginner-friendly ways to start making money online.

You don’t need a massive audience, you don’t need to create your own product, and you don’t need years of experience. You just need to share the products, tools and resources you already love, use and believe in.

The first $1,000 might feel like a dream to you right now, but it’s much closer than you think. A few solid blog posts, some pins driving traffic, and building trust with your readers can get you there faster.

When you’ve built the systems, it’s rinse and repeat. If one blog post and one affiliate program can make $1,000, imagine what 10 posts and 5 programs could do.

Once you hit it, it’s proof to yourself that if you can make $1,000… you can scale to $5,000, $10,000 and beyond.

The quickest and best way to make money with affiliate marketing, is just to get started. You can literally start as soon as today. Don;t feel that you can’t do it, you absolutely can, you just need to go for it 🙂

If you want even more information on affiliate marketing, you can check out this post here!

If you don’t feel affiliate marketing is totally right for you, I have a list of 47 different ways to make $100 a day which you can find here!

For more information on Digital Marketing as a whole and how to get started, check out that post here!

Feel free to leave any questions or comments in the box below!

Speak soon!

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Top 5 Tools You Need as a New Blogger https://katherinemclee.com/tools-you-need-as-a-new-blogger/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=tools-you-need-as-a-new-blogger https://katherinemclee.com/tools-you-need-as-a-new-blogger/#comments Wed, 03 Sep 2025 20:53:58 +0000 https://katherinemclee.com/?p=14474 In this post we are going to go over the top 5 tools you need as a new blogger! Why the Right Tools Matter in 2025 As with starting any new business/side hustle, getting it properly set up from the start can make a world of a difference!  It’s always easier after the fact to know what you should have done. But I’m hoping I can save you from that extra level of trial and error, by sharing the top must-have tools for growing your blog in 2025, and beyond! As with any side hustle/business, the right tools are what help you grow, save you time, and help you make money. I wasted SO much time in the beginning trying to do everything manually or using the wrong tools lol. Once I found the ones that actually worked, everything started clicking into place. These are tools I love/use to this day and are the I wish I had from the beginning as they would have helped so much. A lot of these are super low cost or have free options to be able to have a go first and you can then upgrade if/when you feel ready to! If you’re serious about growing your blog (not just writing for fun/as a hobby, but you are actually building something profitable), then having the right tools in your kit is honestly non-negotiable. I know firsthand how overwhelming it can feel when you’re just starting out. Or even if you’ve been at it a while but feel stuck as that happens to more people than you realise – we have honestly all been there! There are SO many options out there, and it’s hard to know what’s worth investing your time, money, and energy into. That’s exactly why I’ve put together this post for you. These are my favourite, can’t-blog-without-them tools that have made blogging SO much easier, more enjoyable, and more profitable. Whether you’re trying to grow your audience, increase your income, or just enjoy the behind-the-scenes side of bloggging more, these tools are my top recommendations for 2025 and beyond.  Let’s get into these must-have blogging tools, because when you’re using the right tools, everything gets sooo much easier! 1. HostGator: Reliable & Affordable Hosting If you’re just getting started with your blog, the first thing you need is a domain name and hosting!  HostGator is what I personally use and recommend. I’ve used it across multiple blogs for years and I still love it! It’s affordable, super reliable, and beginner-friendly which is exactly what you need when you are setting everything up. It has 24/7 live chat which is a life saver when you accidentally crash your blog and are presented with an error screen at 1am lol – we have all been there!  They get you back up and running so fast no matter what timezone you are in. Highly, highly recommended. They nearly always have offers on for cheap domains or super low cost hosting etc so worth checking out. I’ve been with them for years from the very start of my blogging journey and have no plans to change any time soon! ➡️ Get Hosting with HostGator Here  Quick note before you carry on! I have a free download for you! Grab these FREE content prompts and get a peek behind the scenes of my blogging system! 2. MailerLite: My Preferred Email Marketing Platform If I could go back to day one, I would immediately sign up with MailerLite.  They have a completely free plan you can use until you outgrow it so no extra start up costs which we love! Email marketing is one of the most powerful things you can do in your blogging business. And MailerLite makes it so simple! Even if you’ve never written a newsletter in your life! Having your own email list is so valuable. I think most bloggers (myself included) put off starting one though at the beginning as we think we don’t need one, we think it’s complicated or will cost a lot. Nope, nope and nope! Your email list is your direct contact for people who have shown they are interested in your content/what you are offering. This is such a powerful marketing tool! If you don’t want to create a freebie to offer people in exchange for their email initially, you can put on a little form or pop up that lets people just sign up to your newsletter and then you can email them tips and tricks, offers or even ask questions.  Don’t be worrying that people won’t sign up, you will be surprised! Another good reason to sign up early is that you can get used to sending emails (or even just creating pop ups, forms and emails) even before you get an audience. That way it’s not overwhelmingly new when you do grow (and you will), and you can happily send those newsletters! Why I love Mailerlite specifically (and why it’s a great choice for everyone): It’s one of the platforms I’ve stuck with long-term. I’ve stuck with it because MailerLite does exactly what I need it to, without overwhelming me with complexity or too many options/features which is not my idea of fun lol. ➡️ Start With MailerLite Free and start building your list the right way. 3. Keysearch: Keyword Research Made Simple Keywords are so so important. In my early days of blogging I didn’t take much notice of them in all honesty. I thought I could get things ranking without them (?!). It didn’t take me long to realise that you REALLY do need to focus on keywords and keyword research but the amazing news is that it is a lot simpler than it sounds, makes a huge difference to your posts and tools like KeySearch make it SO easy. SEO really doesn’t have to be scary. Keysearch is one of the easiest tools to use that I’ve found, especially as a beginner. They have a free plan where you get 5 free searches a day and this will give you a really good idea of how to use it, and just how helpful it is. Then if you upgrade to their paid plan like I did, it’s super affordable and gives you so many searches, not just for keywords but also for search terms, inspiration, competition levels, search and how hard it is to rank! If you want to grow your blog traffic without relying entirely on Pinterest or social media (which is never a good idea as social media especially can be so temperamental lol), this is a must have.. I’ve tried a few keyword tools over my time blogging, but Keysearch stands out for beginners and for anyone wanting to grow their blog. It’s incredibly easy to understand and use (same cannot be said for all lol) but is still powerful enough to show you traffic-driving keywords that you otherwise may never have thought of. Here’s what I love about KeySearch: Without it, I wasted hours writing posts that never ranked lol. But the IDEAS it gave as much as the keywords/difficulty itself was absolutely worth it and made blogging and content creation SO much easier. ➡️ Try Keysearch Here for Free! BONUS: If you’re really serious about making money with your blog and feel you need even more features, I would recommend SEMrush! SEMrush is one of the ultimate platforms when it comes to SEO and Keywords. It’s used by pros all across the world and comes with a free trial so you can test it before committing which is amazing. It does quite a lot more than KeySearch so you only need this if you are already good with keyword research and want to take your blog to the next level. It’s pricier, but definitely worth it if you’re ready to take your blog to serious heights! ➡️ Try SEMrush here! 4. Legal Pages Bundle: Blog Legally from Day One Legal pages. Ahhh legal pages.  These are one of the aspects of having a blog that most people (in the early days) think they don’t need, or think they can use a free template and that will suffice… Literally, we all did lol. But here’s the truth… legal pages are not something you can skip over or half-ass.  You really must protect your blog and yourself on a legal level. This is especially important if you are/want to be an affiliate for companies or run ads etc! I bought This Legal Bundle early on (as soon as I realised that free legal pages don’t do/cover anything) and have zero regrets.  One off purchase. A lot cheaper in a bundle. Live in 15 mins. Ideal! The Starter Bundle includes all the pages you need; a privacy policy, terms and conditions page and disclaimer page. All tailored specifically to your country/self/blog, and all created by a real lawyer. You buy the bundle of templates, edit the parts/remove the parts that you don’t need, and can get them live in around 15 mins. Super easy. Super quick and fully covered. It’s really easy to do too. you get step-by-step instructions, fill-in-the spaces/edit the clearly marked sections, and make them live.  It’s one of the best investments you can make for your peace of mind (and your blog’s future).  You will also find that when looking to become an affiliate for certain companies/brands, they will ask/want to see your legal pages to make sure you’re legit. If you want to protect yourself and your blog, have peace of mind and look professional to brands and companies, a Lawyer-written legal pages bundle is a non-negotiable. ➡️ Get The Legal Bundle Here! Protect your blog in half an hour or less! 5. A High-Quality Blogging Course Finding a blogging course that ACTUALLY teaches you how to grow a blog and make money blogging is harder than it sounds. Having taken a few in the early stages of blogging, I found that as much as some were okay, a lot were full of fluff or not overly actionable. And it can cost a lot to take multiple courses that don’t offer much real life value back. There is one that I recommend though, as it is no-fluff, easy to follow, SO MUCH INFORMATION (in the best way), easy to digest and implement, and really notice a true difference with… and it’s Perfecting Blogging. I have a full review/breakdown of the course right here in my full course review! Anyone who has been around for any length of time knows how much I love this course lol. It’s one of the only courses I recommend as I find a lot of courses really hard to follow, too simple, or not engaging enough.  Perfecting Blogging is the opposite. It’s amazing, especially for newer bloggers or anyone wanting a boost/to change up their strategies a bit. Updates for the course are free too. This means you can get new/updated modules for life with no extra cost. (Can you see why I love it yet lol.) Grab Perfecting Blogging Here And here’s the really exciting part! The course creator Sophia (who earns 7+ figures from blogging AND products) is now adding free bonus modules on how to grow a physical product business. All in the same course! She’s going deep into how she turned her planner business into a multi-million dollar part of her brand. And if you already own the course? You get the updates for free. ➡️ Check Out the Blogging Course Here Those are my top 5 must-have tools for growing your blog in 2025 (and beyond), but I wanted to add in two other tools I use daily. You can use these two completely for free, but they can make SUCH a difference and make your blogging liffe so much easier. Bonus Tools: The 2 Free Tools Every Blogger Should Be Using! While the five tools above are my absolute go-tos for blogging, I couldn’t stop there without sharing two completely free tools...

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In this post we are going to go over the top 5 tools you need as a new blogger!

Why the Right Tools Matter in 2025

As with starting any new business/side hustle, getting it properly set up from the start can make a world of a difference! 

It’s always easier after the fact to know what you should have done. But I’m hoping I can save you from that extra level of trial and error, by sharing the top must-have tools for growing your blog in 2025, and beyond!

As with any side hustle/business, the right tools are what help you grow, save you time, and help you make money.

I wasted SO much time in the beginning trying to do everything manually or using the wrong tools lol. Once I found the ones that actually worked, everything started clicking into place.

These are tools I love/use to this day and are the I wish I had from the beginning as they would have helped so much.

A lot of these are super low cost or have free options to be able to have a go first and you can then upgrade if/when you feel ready to!

If you’re serious about growing your blog (not just writing for fun/as a hobby, but you are actually building something profitable), then having the right tools in your kit is honestly non-negotiable.

I know firsthand how overwhelming it can feel when you’re just starting out. Or even if you’ve been at it a while but feel stuck as that happens to more people than you realise – we have honestly all been there!

There are SO many options out there, and it’s hard to know what’s worth investing your time, money, and energy into. That’s exactly why I’ve put together this post for you. These are my favourite, can’t-blog-without-them tools that have made blogging SO much easier, more enjoyable, and more profitable.

Whether you’re trying to grow your audience, increase your income, or just enjoy the behind-the-scenes side of bloggging more, these tools are my top recommendations for 2025 and beyond. 

Let’s get into these must-have blogging tools, because when you’re using the right tools, everything gets sooo much easier!

1. HostGator: Reliable & Affordable Hosting

If you’re just getting started with your blog, the first thing you need is a domain name and hosting!  HostGator is what I personally use and recommend. I’ve used it across multiple blogs for years and I still love it!

It’s affordable, super reliable, and beginner-friendly which is exactly what you need when you are setting everything up.

It has 24/7 live chat which is a life saver when you accidentally crash your blog and are presented with an error screen at 1am lol – we have all been there! 

They get you back up and running so fast no matter what timezone you are in. Highly, highly recommended.

They nearly always have offers on for cheap domains or super low cost hosting etc so worth checking out. I’ve been with them for years from the very start of my blogging journey and have no plans to change any time soon!

➡ Get Hosting with HostGator Here 

Quick note before you carry on! I have a free download for you! Grab these FREE content prompts and get a peek behind the scenes of my blogging system!

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2. MailerLite: My Preferred Email Marketing Platform

If I could go back to day one, I would immediately sign up with MailerLite. 

They have a completely free plan you can use until you outgrow it so no extra start up costs which we love!

Email marketing is one of the most powerful things you can do in your blogging business. And MailerLite makes it so simple!

Even if you’ve never written a newsletter in your life!

Having your own email list is so valuable. I think most bloggers (myself included) put off starting one though at the beginning as we think we don’t need one, we think it’s complicated or will cost a lot. Nope, nope and nope!

Your email list is your direct contact for people who have shown they are interested in your content/what you are offering. This is such a powerful marketing tool!

If you don’t want to create a freebie to offer people in exchange for their email initially, you can put on a little form or pop up that lets people just sign up to your newsletter and then you can email them tips and tricks, offers or even ask questions. 

Don’t be worrying that people won’t sign up, you will be surprised!

Another good reason to sign up early is that you can get used to sending emails (or even just creating pop ups, forms and emails) even before you get an audience. That way it’s not overwhelmingly new when you do grow (and you will), and you can happily send those newsletters!

Why I love Mailerlite specifically (and why it’s a great choice for everyone):

  • Their free plan is amazing. I used their free plan for a good while before upgrading! You can have up to 1,000 subscribers on the free plan, and you still get access to automations. (Automations being when a sequence of emails goes out after someone meets a certain criteria).
  • You can set up pop-ups, landing pages, welcome automations, and product funnels without needing a tech degree. Quick and simple to customize!
  • It’s clean and really easy to use. It has drag-and-drop editors, email flows, forms etc. You do get more with a paid plan, but once you get used to the free plan, it doesn’t take long to set those things up and get them how you like them!
  • You can easily build funnels for freebies, tripwires, and digital products. There’s so much you can do, even on the free plan. This makes it ideal for anyone wanting to get into email marketing.
  • I’ve used it for both regular newsletters, for automated sequences, pop ups, landing pages, embedded forms etc etc and love it! You will notice any email you get from me says “Mailerlite” at the bottom of it!

It’s one of the platforms I’ve stuck with long-term. I’ve stuck with it because MailerLite does exactly what I need it to, without overwhelming me with complexity or too many options/features which is not my idea of fun lol.

➡ Start With MailerLite Free and start building your list the right way.

3. Keysearch: Keyword Research Made Simple

Keywords are so so important. In my early days of blogging I didn’t take much notice of them in all honesty. I thought I could get things ranking without them (?!). It didn’t take me long to realise that you REALLY do need to focus on keywords and keyword research but the amazing news is that it is a lot simpler than it sounds, makes a huge difference to your posts and tools like KeySearch make it SO easy.

SEO really doesn’t have to be scary. Keysearch is one of the easiest tools to use that I’ve found, especially as a beginner. They have a free plan where you get 5 free searches a day and this will give you a really good idea of how to use it, and just how helpful it is.

Then if you upgrade to their paid plan like I did, it’s super affordable and gives you so many searches, not just for keywords but also for search terms, inspiration, competition levels, search and how hard it is to rank!

If you want to grow your blog traffic without relying entirely on Pinterest or social media (which is never a good idea as social media especially can be so temperamental lol), this is a must have..

I’ve tried a few keyword tools over my time blogging, but Keysearch stands out for beginners and for anyone wanting to grow their blog. It’s incredibly easy to understand and use (same cannot be said for all lol) but is still powerful enough to show you traffic-driving keywords that you otherwise may never have thought of.

Here’s what I love about KeySearch:

  • You can find low-competition keywords which are perfect for new blogs
  • It gives you a full breakdown of keyword difficulty, volume, and competitor analysis – even colour coded to make it easier
  • The Content Assistant helps you write posts with the right SEO terms built-in
  • It’s SO affordable even once upgraded from the free plan

Without it, I wasted hours writing posts that never ranked lol. But the IDEAS it gave as much as the keywords/difficulty itself was absolutely worth it and made blogging and content creation SO much easier.

➡ Try Keysearch Here for Free!

BONUS: If you’re really serious about making money with your blog and feel you need even more features, I would recommend SEMrush! SEMrush is one of the ultimate platforms when it comes to SEO and Keywords. It’s used by pros all across the world and comes with a free trial so you can test it before committing which is amazing.

It does quite a lot more than KeySearch so you only need this if you are already good with keyword research and want to take your blog to the next level. It’s pricier, but definitely worth it if you’re ready to take your blog to serious heights!

➡ Try SEMrush here!

4. Legal Pages Bundle: Blog Legally from Day One

Legal pages. Ahhh legal pages. 

These are one of the aspects of having a blog that most people (in the early days) think they don’t need, or think they can use a free template and that will suffice…

Literally, we all did lol.

But here’s the truth… legal pages are not something you can skip over or half-ass. 

You really must protect your blog and yourself on a legal level. This is especially important if you are/want to be an affiliate for companies or run ads etc!

I bought This Legal Bundle early on (as soon as I realised that free legal pages don’t do/cover anything) and have zero regrets

One off purchase. A lot cheaper in a bundle. Live in 15 mins. Ideal!

The Starter Bundle includes all the pages you need; a privacy policy, terms and conditions page and disclaimer page. All tailored specifically to your country/self/blog, and all created by a real lawyer.

You buy the bundle of templates, edit the parts/remove the parts that you don’t need, and can get them live in around 15 mins. Super easy. Super quick and fully covered.

It’s really easy to do too. you get step-by-step instructions, fill-in-the spaces/edit the clearly marked sections, and make them live. 

It’s one of the best investments you can make for your peace of mind (and your blog’s future). 

You will also find that when looking to become an affiliate for certain companies/brands, they will ask/want to see your legal pages to make sure you’re legit.

If you want to protect yourself and your blog, have peace of mind and look professional to brands and companies, a Lawyer-written legal pages bundle is a non-negotiable.

➡ Get The Legal Bundle Here! Protect your blog in half an hour or less!

5. A High-Quality Blogging Course

Finding a blogging course that ACTUALLY teaches you how to grow a blog and make money blogging is harder than it sounds.

Having taken a few in the early stages of blogging, I found that as much as some were okay, a lot were full of fluff or not overly actionable.

And it can cost a lot to take multiple courses that don’t offer much real life value back.

There is one that I recommend though, as it is no-fluff, easy to follow, SO MUCH INFORMATION (in the best way), easy to digest and implement, and really notice a true difference with… and it’s Perfecting Blogging.

I have a full review/breakdown of the course right here in my full course review!

Anyone who has been around for any length of time knows how much I love this course lol. It’s one of the only courses I recommend as I find a lot of courses really hard to follow, too simple, or not engaging enough. 

Perfecting Blogging is the opposite. It’s amazing, especially for newer bloggers or anyone wanting a boost/to change up their strategies a bit.

Updates for the course are free too. This means you can get new/updated modules for life with no extra cost.

(Can you see why I love it yet lol.)

Grab Perfecting Blogging Here

And here’s the really exciting part! The course creator Sophia (who earns 7+ figures from blogging AND products) is now adding free bonus modules on how to grow a physical product business. All in the same course!

She’s going deep into how she turned her planner business into a multi-million dollar part of her brand. And if you already own the course? You get the updates for free.

➡ Check Out the Blogging Course Here

Those are my top 5 must-have tools for growing your blog in 2025 (and beyond), but I wanted to add in two other tools I use daily. You can use these two completely for free, but they can make SUCH a difference and make your blogging liffe so much easier.

Bonus Tools: The 2 Free Tools Every Blogger Should Be Using!

While the five tools above are my absolute go-tos for blogging, I couldn’t stop there without sharing two completely free tools that have helped me grow and saved so much time overall!

6. Pinterest – For Free Blog Traffic From Day 1

I started using Pinterest after the hype I heard about it for marketing your blog/blog posts in Perfecting Blogging. Once you get the hang of it (and accept their temperamental algorithm changes), it’s an amazing way to get free traffic to your website or blog.

Pinterest was always known as a place for recipes, crafts and wedding dress inspo. And while it’s still incredible for exactly that, it really is so much more. 

The beauty of Pinterest is that it’s a visual seach engine – not a social media.   

And on top of that, it’s one of the most powerful search engines out there for bloggers!

That means the content you pin today can keep bringing in traffic for months or even years from now.

The other good thing with Pinterest is that you can get clicks through to your website instantly! As soon as you upload a pin, it goes into the Pinterest engine and can be seen/saved/clicked through there and then.

Just a quick note; as with everything, it does take time for Pinterest to understand what your account is about. It uses your pins, titles, descriptions, boards, profile etc to work out what your content is about and who to show it to. Because of this, it does take a few months of consistent pinning of fresh pins for Pinterest to really start pushing out your pins. But that doesn’t take away from the fact that people CAN see and click through your pins as soon as they go up.

For a lot more in depth information on Pinterest pins, fresh pins, strategies, etc so you can ride the Pinterest wave instead of spending years of trial and error, you can get this Pinterest Course here!

I’ve had posts go from zero to literally hundreds of visits thanks to ONE pin doing well!

If you’re a blogger or content creator and you’re not using Pinterest yet, take this as your sign to start. 

7. Canva – The Best (and Easiest) Image Creation Tool

Canva (even the free plan) is the best way to create images for your blog, header images, logos, pins for Pinterest and so much more.

It’s really easy to use, has so many templates, photos, backgrounds, videos and elements you can use.

Canva makes it really easy to create social media images as much as custom blog photos and elements! 

If you find you want some more freedom in terms of the elements you have access to you can upgrade to the Pro plan, but there’s really no need at all until you want to!

Canva is one of those tools I honestly didn’t know I needed until I got it lol.

When you start to grow your Email List you can also use their eBook and other templates to use as email freebies. Not only that but you can use it to create product mock-ups for Etsy or any other products you may want to show!

You don’t need to be experienced in graphic design to use it either! Everything is drag and drop and super simple to get the hang of with a little practice!

It’s perfect for bloggers (or anyone) who wants their content to look polished without spending hours in Photoshop.

Conclusion

Honestly, you don’t need a huge amount of tools to make a success of your blog. Don’t buy into the hype that you need to spend thousands to make money blogging!

A few good ones (like the ones I mentioned above) will make all the difference on their own!

I think like so many new bloggers, when I first started blogging I was completely overloaded with information as to what tools to get/use. I ended up using/trying/buying SO many (not a good strategy lol) but these are the few that ACTUALLY work and are genuinely helpful. 

Blogging (for an income) is a long game, so having the tools to help ease up, quicken up and streamline that process is truly the most valuable thing.

You don’t need all of the above at once either! 

Sign up to the ones you need initially (such as Hostgator, Legal Pages and the Blogging Course) and add in Mailerlite and Keysearch/SemRush down the line!

Got questions? Drop me a comment or come and find me on Pinterest! 😀

Speak soon!

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Can You Make Money Online Without Any Investment? https://katherinemclee.com/make-money-online-without-investment/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=make-money-online-without-investment https://katherinemclee.com/make-money-online-without-investment/#comments Wed, 04 Jun 2025 21:56:31 +0000 https://katherinemclee.com/?p=13671 In this post we are going to go over if you can make money online but without any investment. If you’re wondering whether it’s even possible to make money online without spending a penny upfront, then You’re definitely not alone. The answer is – quite simply – yes! Of course there are many ways that require a bit of investment upfront, but if you have 0 budget, there are still options for you. You can absolutely start earning online without any upfront investment or costs at all. There are free platforms, free tools, free resources and strategies out there that let you grow your income from nothing. And in this post, I’m going to walk you through exactly how it’s possible and ways to start. The beauty of making money online is that there are SO many options and ways you can go about it. Whether you’re starting from scratch or just want to try out a side hustle/idea before committing to anything long-term, you’ll see that low-budget/no-budget ways to make money are totally doable!  For a full list of ways you can make $100 in a day, have a look at this post here! So if you’ve ever been thinking, “Do I really have to invest money to start making money?” – This post is for you! Making Money Online for Free To answer the main question,: yes, you can absolutely make money online without investing any money upfront! You just need to go about it slightly differently! Instead of spending money, you’ll be focused on just trading your time, and putting in effort. Of course you would need to invest time and effort if you were putting money in too, but maybe in differing amounts. One thing to be aware of is that free methods can often take longer to gain traction. They are however a perfect option if you’re just starting out, testing the waters in a particular area, or have little to no budget. A couple of things to remember: Success might not come overnight (it rarely does, despite what you see online lol), but it absolutely can (and will) come with consistency. Especially when you stay focused, keep learning and pivot as and when required. Best Ways to Make Money Online Without Investment The amazing thing about making money online  is that there are honestly SO many ways you can go about it. Whatever your skills are (either the ones you already have or want to learn), you can find an income idea that suits you.  Here are some ideas of ways you can make money for free online: Start a Blog on a Free Platform Platforms like WordPress.com or Blogger let you have a blog for free. You won’t have full control (like you would with a self-hosted blog such as one on wordpress.org), but it’s a really good way to practice content creation (to see if you like it lol), grow an audience, and even add your own affiliate links. Just double check the rules of whichever platform you choose. If you need more information on setting up a free blog, I have a full breakdown here! Affiliate Marketing Affiliate marketing is one of the best free income methods you can get. You can start with platforms such as Amazon Associates, or marketplaces such as Impact or ShareASale. Some you will need to apply for, and some have minimum requirements to meet but you can choose the brands/programs that suit you and your chosen products the best. You can then promote links through Pinterest, YouTube, or your free blog!  I have a full guide to starting and building up your income with affiliate marketing here! Sell Digital Products Digital products can be an amazing way to make money online. There may be a teeny investment with this one but I will explain that in a second! With selling digital products, you can sell ebooks, templates, courses, content or printables.  The fastest way to sell digital products is to buy products with PLR/MRR where you buy products, rebrand them to your liking and then sell them on for 100% profit.  I’ve recently started adding printable bundles to my Etsy shop (listed below). These are perfect if you’re just getting started and want something ready-made to sell or use! Bundles such as this one give you a huge amount of ebooks, images and reels to edit/rebrand and sell as you please. You can also get super affordable single products such as this planner which again is completely free to edit and sell as your own. These sorts of products give you ready-made products, they just do require that little investment initially. Once purchased once you can re-sell as many times as you like though! You can 100% create your own products for free with a free Canva account though if that’s not in your budget! It will take more effort and take longer but is 100% free to do. You can then sell via your blog, gumroad, Etsy, or Shopify.  If you’re really serious about it and want to use Shopify but can’t make your budget stretch, if you use THIS LINK HERE it will give you a free trial AND 3 months at just £1/$1 each!). Freelance Your Skills If you already have skills in areas such as writing, graphic design, social media management, or data entry, you’re in the amazing position in that you can start earning online right away! No matter if you can write, edit, design, or manage tasks, there’s a market for you! Sites like Fiverr or Upwork are completely free to join and allow you to earn an income through skills you already have, no upfront investment needed at all. This means you can create a free profile and then offer your services in whichever area your skills are in. If you can offer services people need at a competitive price, build up your reviews and credibility, then there’s a lot of money to be made! Start a YouTube Channel When it comes to making money on YouTube, long-form content wins hands down over short-form content. YouTube itself is an amazing way to grow your audience and you can then monetize through ads, affiliate links, or sponsorships as your channel grows. You can use your current phone or camera and use a free editing software to start off creating videos. You can start off with videos that need less editing such as tutorials, product reviews or lifestyle vlogs. If you want to get into a niche topic, try and keep your videos around this so that you’re attracting the right audience from the start. YouTube itself will (in 99% of cases), take a good amount of time to grow and get monetized with. BUT, the sooner you start, the sooner you can hit the criteria required and get yourself/your channel monetized! Online Surveys Online surveys is probably the “simplest” way to make money online for free but it can take a long time to get any reward back. Websites like Swagbucks (for everyone) or OnePoll (if you’re in the UK) pay you for taking short surveys. It’s a great way to make money if you’re happy to keep checking back and doing surveys when they pop up, to get your account up to the payment threshold the quickest. While online surveys are not a long-term income model, they are a free way to get started and build up some cash on the side – completely for free! Want 50 ready-to-use content prompts to help you grow online faster?Grab your FREE copy of 50 Content Power Prompts here, and get the option of a bonus toolkit for just £11 (60% off RRP)! Skills That Can Help You Succeed (For Free!) Let me first say, especially for things such as online surveys, you can get started without any skills or experience!  For some of the other options you can either use or learn skills that will help.  You certainly don’t need a degree or expensive software in the beginning (or ever if that’s what works for you)! What you do need is to learn just a few key skills to help yourself get started.   You can learn all of these basics for free through blogs, YouTube, and your own experience/practice. Here’s a quick list of skills you can use/learn to get started: Of course if you do have a little budget and/or little to no time, the quickest way (by far) to learn the sorts of online skills that will actually make you money is a reputable and decent online course such as these ones by Sophia Lee! Don’t worry about mastering everything at once! Actually don’t worry about mastering any at all just now lol. Just choose one or two areas to get stronger in and build from there. Start with the ones you either are best at initially, or the ones you want to learn/that fit your chosen business options the best. Common Mistakes to Avoid  When trying to make money online without spending money, there are a few common traps people fall into. They are all completely natural but also totally avoidable! Here are some of the most common ones:  How to Scale Your Earnings Over Time Starting to make money online for free doesn’t mean you have to stay small forever. You can absolutely grow your income with time (and down the line, money). Here’s a few examples how you can grow your business: Conclusion So the question was, can you make money online without any investment? Absolutely! If you are aiming for a big income you can absolutely get there. The monetary investment can come when you have the income coming in from those free channels. If you’re willing to trade (some of) your time, learn as you go, pivot when needed and stay consistent when others give up… you’re already ahead of most people. You don’t need to spend a single penny to get started! To start you just need to choose a method, commit to learning skills, putting in the time, showing up when needed, and take that first step. Success starts small… but it grows! If you found this helpful, feel free to leave a comment with your thoughts below! P.S. Need more beginner-friendly tools to start making money online?Check out my full Tools & Resources page for my favourite platforms, bundles, and other resources that helped me grow my blog – all in one place! For information on making money with Pinterest without a blog, have a look at this info here! Speak soon! 📌 Pin for later 📌

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In this post we are going to go over if you can make money online but without any investment.

If you’re wondering whether it’s even possible to make money online without spending a penny upfront, then You’re definitely not alone. The answer is – quite simply – yes!

Of course there are many ways that require a bit of investment upfront, but if you have 0 budget, there are still options for you.

You can absolutely start earning online without any upfront investment or costs at all. There are free platforms, free tools, free resources and strategies out there that let you grow your income from nothing. And in this post, I’m going to walk you through exactly how it’s possible and ways to start.

The beauty of making money online is that there are SO many options and ways you can go about it.

Whether you’re starting from scratch or just want to try out a side hustle/idea before committing to anything long-term, you’ll see that low-budget/no-budget ways to make money are totally doable

For a full list of ways you can make $100 in a day, have a look at this post here!

So if you’ve ever been thinking, “Do I really have to invest money to start making money?” – This post is for you!

Making Money Online for Free

To answer the main question,: yes, you can absolutely make money online without investing any money upfront! You just need to go about it slightly differently! Instead of spending money, you’ll be focused on just trading your time, and putting in effort. Of course you would need to invest time and effort if you were putting money in too, but maybe in differing amounts.

One thing to be aware of is that free methods can often take longer to gain traction. They are however a perfect option if you’re just starting out, testing the waters in a particular area, or have little to no budget.

A couple of things to remember:

  • You’ll most likely start small before you build up to your bigger months. This is also true if you were investing money!
  • You will of course (as with anything) need to be consistent. Consistency and growth is key!
  • You’ll grow faster if you treat it like a business. This includes right from the start, even when it’s not making too much income yet.

Success might not come overnight (it rarely does, despite what you see online lol), but it absolutely can (and will) come with consistency. Especially when you stay focused, keep learning and pivot as and when required.

Best Ways to Make Money Online Without Investment

The amazing thing about making money online  is that there are honestly SO many ways you can go about it. Whatever your skills are (either the ones you already have or want to learn), you can find an income idea that suits you. 

Here are some ideas of ways you can make money for free online:

Start a Blog on a Free Platform

Platforms like WordPress.com or Blogger let you have a blog for free. You won’t have full control (like you would with a self-hosted blog such as one on wordpress.org), but it’s a really good way to practice content creation (to see if you like it lol), grow an audience, and even add your own affiliate links. Just double check the rules of whichever platform you choose.

If you need more information on setting up a free blog, I have a full breakdown here!

Affiliate Marketing

Affiliate marketing is one of the best free income methods you can get. You can start with platforms such as Amazon Associates, or marketplaces such as Impact or ShareASale. Some you will need to apply for, and some have minimum requirements to meet but you can choose the brands/programs that suit you and your chosen products the best. You can then promote links through Pinterest, YouTube, or your free blog! 

I have a full guide to starting and building up your income with affiliate marketing here!

Sell Digital Products

Digital products can be an amazing way to make money online. There may be a teeny investment with this one but I will explain that in a second!

With selling digital products, you can sell ebooks, templates, courses, content or printables. 

The fastest way to sell digital products is to buy products with PLR/MRR where you buy products, rebrand them to your liking and then sell them on for 100% profit. 

I’ve recently started adding printable bundles to my Etsy shop (listed below). These are perfect if you’re just getting started and want something ready-made to sell or use!

Bundles such as this one give you a huge amount of ebooks, images and reels to edit/rebrand and sell as you please.

You can also get super affordable single products such as this planner which again is completely free to edit and sell as your own.

These sorts of products give you ready-made products, they just do require that little investment initially. Once purchased once you can re-sell as many times as you like though!

You can 100% create your own products for free with a free Canva account though if that’s not in your budget! It will take more effort and take longer but is 100% free to do.

You can then sell via your blog, gumroad, Etsy, or Shopify

If you’re really serious about it and want to use Shopify but can’t make your budget stretch, if you use THIS LINK HERE it will give you a free trial AND 3 months at just £1/$1 each!).

Freelance Your Skills

If you already have skills in areas such as writing, graphic design, social media management, or data entry, you’re in the amazing position in that you can start earning online right away!

No matter if you can write, edit, design, or manage tasks, there’s a market for you! Sites like Fiverr or Upwork are completely free to join and allow you to earn an income through skills you already have, no upfront investment needed at all.

This means you can create a free profile and then offer your services in whichever area your skills are in.

If you can offer services people need at a competitive price, build up your reviews and credibility, then there’s a lot of money to be made!

Start a YouTube Channel

When it comes to making money on YouTube, long-form content wins hands down over short-form content. YouTube itself is an amazing way to grow your audience and you can then monetize through ads, affiliate links, or sponsorships as your channel grows.

You can use your current phone or camera and use a free editing software to start off creating videos.

You can start off with videos that need less editing such as tutorials, product reviews or lifestyle vlogs. If you want to get into a niche topic, try and keep your videos around this so that you’re attracting the right audience from the start.

YouTube itself will (in 99% of cases), take a good amount of time to grow and get monetized with. BUT, the sooner you start, the sooner you can hit the criteria required and get yourself/your channel monetized!

Online Surveys

Online surveys is probably the “simplest” way to make money online for free but it can take a long time to get any reward back. Websites like Swagbucks (for everyone) or OnePoll (if you’re in the UK) pay you for taking short surveys.

It’s a great way to make money if you’re happy to keep checking back and doing surveys when they pop up, to get your account up to the payment threshold the quickest.

While online surveys are not a long-term income model, they are a free way to get started and build up some cash on the side – completely for free!

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Skills That Can Help You Succeed (For Free!)

Let me first say, especially for things such as online surveys, you can get started without any skills or experience! 

For some of the other options you can either use or learn skills that will help. 

You certainly don’t need a degree or expensive software in the beginning (or ever if that’s what works for you)!

What you do need is to learn just a few key skills to help yourself get started.  

You can learn all of these basics for free through blogs, YouTube, and your own experience/practice.

Here’s a quick list of skills you can use/learn to get started:

  • Writing & Communication: Helps you with blogging, freelancing, and social content.
  • Basic SEO Knowledge: Not as scary as it sounds! SEO helps you get found on search engines like Google, YouTube, Etsy and Pinterest.
  • Design Skills: Use can use completely free tools such as Canva to create graphics, pins, or even products and their covers if the PLR products aren’t for you.
  • Social Media Strategy: Understanding how platforms work means better content and more clicks. Being a user is a good step, but understanding marketing and the algorithms makes a huge difference.
  • Time Management: This is especially important when you’re building something from scratch around your day job or other responsibilities. Don’t panic if you have time blindness (hello lol), as you can have short bursts of focused time, use timers and fit in tasks where you can.

Of course if you do have a little budget and/or little to no time, the quickest way (by far) to learn the sorts of online skills that will actually make you money is a reputable and decent online course such as these ones by Sophia Lee!

Don’t worry about mastering everything at once! Actually don’t worry about mastering any at all just now lol. Just choose one or two areas to get stronger in and build from there. Start with the ones you either are best at initially, or the ones you want to learn/that fit your chosen business options the best.

Common Mistakes to Avoid 

When trying to make money online without spending money, there are a few common traps people fall into. They are all completely natural but also totally avoidable! Here are some of the most common ones: 

  • Expecting instant results: Chances are, you won’t become rich overnight. Could happen! Not likely lol. Slow, steady growth is powerful and is where it’s at.
  • Spreading yourself too thin: Focus on 1–2 strategies and go all in on those. It can be SO tempting to try 10 things all at once (we have all been there lol) but focusing on one or two things will get you a lot further, a lot faster.
  • Not treating it like a business: Consistency, well thought out systems, and showing up for yourself and as your business are the key ways to turn your ideas from a hobby into your side income.
  • Giving up too soon: This is the biggest one. Most people quit right before things start to take off so never see success. You will see success if you refuse to quit.

How to Scale Your Earnings Over Time

Starting to make money online for free doesn’t mean you have to stay small forever. You can absolutely grow your income with time (and down the line, money). Here’s a few examples how you can grow your business:

  • Reinvest your earnings: Once you are making money, uou can then use some of that money you have made to upgrade your tools (a personalised domain, hosting, or e-commerce platform for full control, for example).
  • Create systems: Batch-create content, reuse what works, and build habits that make content creation easier! This is the biggest game changer that lets you run things automatically and free up time to then work and grow other aspects of your business.
  • Build an email list: Building an email list is so important and is something anyone with any sort of online presence (big or small) should have. You can use free tools like MailerLite (which has a fabulous free plan) to start getting subscribers and promoting your content/products through emails! You can try Mailerlite here!
  • Double down on what’s working: If you’re seeing sales or traffic from a certain platform, do more of that! If a style of pin is working, do more of those. If an editing style is working, do more of that! You get the idea lol. Your analytics and stats will tell you what’s working, and what to focus more on.

Conclusion

So the question was, can you make money online without any investment?

Absolutely!

If you are aiming for a big income you can absolutely get there. The monetary investment can come when you have the income coming in from those free channels.

If you’re willing to trade (some of) your time, learn as you go, pivot when needed and stay consistent when others give up… you’re already ahead of most people. You don’t need to spend a single penny to get started! To start you just need to choose a method, commit to learning skills, putting in the time, showing up when needed, and take that first step.

Success starts small… but it grows!

If you found this helpful, feel free to leave a comment with your thoughts below!

P.S. Need more beginner-friendly tools to start making money online?
Check out my full Tools & Resources page for my favourite platforms, bundles, and other resources that helped me grow my blog – all in one place!

For information on making money with Pinterest without a blog, have a look at this info here!

Speak soon!

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Pinterest is an incredibly powerful platform and has the potential for a lot of money to be made.  The beauty of Pinterest is that there’s a way to make money for everyone.   Whether you’re into Affiliate Marketing, Email Marketing, Blogging, E-commerce via platforms such as Shopify, or selling anything else, there is a way for you to make money on Pinterest.  Whether you have a blog or not, there are multiple different ways you can make money on Pinterest. While Pinterest often gets referred to as a social media platform, and in some ways it is – it is first and foremost, a Search Engine. This means that while yes you can follow, like, comment and message other users, people go on there to search for things. They may search for inspiration, products to buy, ideas, tips and many other things. This means you are able to showcase your branding, art, ideas and products, all in one place. Let’s get into the various ways you can make money on Pinterest! 1. Affiliate Marketing On Pinterest Affiliate marketing is without a doubt one of the best ways to make money on Pinterest without a blog. It’s one of the most versatile ways to make money online, and can be done starting as soon as you like! (Quick reminder for anyone who needs it: affiliate marketing is where you apply to brands to promote their products and you get paid a commission when someone buys through your link. The key is to promote products you already use and love so that it’s really natural and you can genuinely promote it!) For more information on what Affiliate Marketing is, have a look at this post here! Many affiliate programs allow you to directly link to products within your pins.  This means that you create pins to promote your affiliate products, and link that pin to your specific URL.  The important part is to make sure (like sure sure), that whichever programs you are linking to are allowed to be linked to directly through Pinterest pins. Amazon for example you can’t link directly to so be aware of this or you risk your account getting banned! The beauty of linking Pinterest pins directly to affiliate links is that when someone clicks through your pin, it takes them directly to the brand/products website so there’s no need for you to have a blog! Here’s the process for promoting affiliate links through Pinterest pins: This process is under the assumption you have a Pinterest account that isn’t brand new, has a decent amount of pins on (more that you’ve made than you’ve saved) and you have fairly defined a niche. Even a broad/rough one!  A note regarding affiliate marketing on Pinterest, Pinterest will 100% mark your account as spam if you ONLY have affiliate links on your pinterest. Creating a variety of different pins is key so you can space out any affiliate links you may be pinning. The first step is to create high-quality pins. This means you create bold, eye-catching pin images in a variety of styles with different images. Everyone has different tastes so a variety of styles will help to appeal to more people.  Using a tool such as Canva will make this 10 times easier! The free plan works amazingly well but also has a premium option if you prefer the premium features.  Create a new design (or buy templates from places like Etsy), create eye-catching pins and use compelling text and a strong CTA (Call-To-Action) such as “Shop Now” or “Learn More”. When uploading your pins to Pinterest, the title and description are also important! Make sure to include relevant keywords and a short but descriptive description about the product’s benefits, why you love it and who it can benefit! Make sure you disclose properly! Add #ad, #affiliate or mention “affiliate link” to stay compliant with platform and affiliate policies.  An additional task would be to track your analytics. This will show you a pins impressions, pins and outbound clicks. This will help you to see which pins are performing the best so you know which styles or boards are getting the most traction. If you want a full beginners guide on getting started, I’ve also written a post that walks you through everything. From choosing the best programs to making your first commission (and aiming for your first $1000!). You can read it here: How to Make Money With Affiliate Marketing (Beginner-Friendly Guide). You may find down the line that you prefer to have a blog or at least a landing page so that people aren’t sent straight to the product’s sales page. This is because you can then talk more about it and go over pros and cons of the product, so people have more information initially before deciding if it’s right for them. Pinterest is also happier if you have blog posts linked back to pins as it loves fresh content! So as much as you don’t NEED a blog for affiliate marketing on Pinterest, you may still find it worthwhile. 2. Sell Digital Products on Etsy (Promoted via Pinterest) If you sell Digital Products on Etsy (or if you want to), then this option is for you! Selling digital products is one of the easiest ways to make passive income online! Pinterest is the perfect platform to drive traffic to your shop. Unlike physical products, digital items require no inventory, no shipping, and can be sold over and over again with zero additional cost. This makes it ideal when crafting pins as it means you know the pins can stick around on the platform for a long time! Pinterest and Etsy are such a perfect match for selling digital products! Whether these are printables, planners, templates, or even wall art! Pinterest is a very visual search engine. This means that inevitably some niches and products will do better than others! Since Pinterest users love things such as planning, DIY, organisation, recipes, and creativity/crafts, your products have a huge potential audience!  Here’s a super quick rundown of how to get started if you’re new to Digital Products: Firstly, choose a profitable niche that will do well on Pinterest! Think about what people are actively searching for on Pinterest. It’s a visual platform like I mentioned earlier so anything “visual” is good! Products that are ALWAYS in demand are things like: printables, planners, templates, and PLR eBooks/PLR Bundles (PLR means you buy products that are already done-for-you, you rebrand them to your liking and resell as your own) are always a spot on choice. Next you want to create high-quality products (or buy a PLR product/bundle for a small price). You can then use Canva, Adobe Illustrator, or Affinity Designer to design or re-brand professional-looking products.  An example of one of my done-for-you PLR Bundles: Set up an Etsy shop (or a Shopify store as this works too).  Etsy is beginner-friendly and already has a built-in audience searching for digital downloads which is ideal but If you prefer more control over your store, Shopify is a great alternative! Once you’ve got your platform up and ready you can list your products! Remember to keep SEO in mind. This just means to use relevant keywords in your title, description, and tags so your products show up in Etsy search and Google results. It’s basically what you want your product to be found under when people search for different terms!  Price competitively! This one is important but can be adjusted so don’t worry too much about it initially. Have a look at similar products on your chosen platform (Etsy or Shopify) and choose a price that reflects the value of your product. Don’t undervalue yourself, but keep prices lower if you’re a newer shop! Consider offering bundles for a higher perceived value. This is the way you make money with Pinterest – you promote your digital products on Pinterest!  Pinterest is a visual search engine, and when used strategically, it can drive consistent traffic to your store and your digital products. With Pinterest you can create multiple pin designs for the same product and space them out over time. The beauty of Pinterest is that pins can stay on the platform and circulate for a long time! This is how you can get passive sales from Pinterest straight to your Etsy or Shopify store! 3. Sell Physical Products with Print-on-Demand Following on from the idea above, a different way to sell products and promote them through Pinterest is to to Print-On-Demand! Pinterest is a great way to promote print-on-demand (POD) products such as mugs, t-shirts, tote bags, or wall art. Visual search engine remember! You can sell POD items through Etsy, or Shopify without holding any inventory yourself. With Print-On-Demand, you create your own custom designs that are printed only when someone places an order. This means you don’t have to buy any products upfront! You link your shop to a third-party supplier (such as Printify) and they then handle printing and shipping for you! This allows you to focus on creating more designs and marketing your products, without any worry about holding stock or shipping. Pinterest is perfect for promoting POD products because users are consistently looking for unique, aesthetic, and personalised items. If you create eye-catching designs (especially that fit Pinterest trends), you can drive consistent sales to your products from Pinterest. Here’s a quick rundown of the POD process: Firstly you need to choose your POD Platform. Popular platforms include Printify, Printful and Gelato. These seamlessly integrate with online stores such as Etsy or Shopify, meaning you don’t need your own blog or website. Then create unique and eye-catching designs. Things that work well on Pinterest are things such as  Once you’ve created your designs you upload them to add to your chosen products. You can then see what your designs look like on a variety of items such as t-shirts, hoodies, phone cases, tote bags, and posters! Post your items to Etsy with optimised images, titles and descriptions, all linking back to your POD platform such as Printify. This means your sales are ready to go! At that point once you have products like you can create (and publish) Pinterest Pins. Design a few different styles of pin for each product. Make the pins bold, and eye-catching, showcasing your products in use/from different angles if possible. 4. Drive Traffic to Your Email List Having an email list is an amazing way you can make money through Pinterest. It may not initially be clear how that’s possible so let me explain. Firstly, who can even have/grow an email list? The answer: literally anyone! An email list is just where you sign up to a platform such as Mailerlite and then if people choose to give you their email address, it goes to your list. Once they are on your list, you can then email them and after some time you can start including links to products or affiliate links within these emails. To get people to want to sign up for your email list, you offer something of value for a low price or for free. Mailerlite has a completely FREE plan for your first 500 subscribers – start for FREE here! This is where Pinterest comes in! You can use Pinterest by creating pins that promote your free or low priced offer. The offer can be something simple such as a download of a template, a checklist, a printable design or anything else that people would want! Keep the freebie relevant to your...

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How to Make Money on Pinterest (Without a Blog!)

In this post we are going to go over how you can make money on Pinterest – even if you don’t have (or want) a blog!

Pinterest is one of the most under-rated Search Engines. Often people forget (or don’t realise) just how popular it still is! Currently, Pinterest has over 522 million monthly active users

That’s over half a billion every month!!

Pinterest is an incredibly powerful platform and has the potential for a lot of money to be made. 

The beauty of Pinterest is that there’s a way to make money for everyone.

 

Whether you’re into Affiliate Marketing, Email Marketing, Blogging, E-commerce via platforms such as Shopify, or selling anything else, there is a way for you to make money on Pinterest. 

Whether you have a blog or not, there are multiple different ways you can make money on Pinterest.

Make money on Pinterest without a blog featured image woman holding phone showing pinterest above a laptop with text overlay

While Pinterest often gets referred to as a social media platform, and in some ways it is – it is first and foremost, a Search Engine.

This means that while yes you can follow, like, comment and message other users, people go on there to search for things.

They may search for inspiration, products to buy, ideas, tips and many other things.

This means you are able to showcase your branding, art, ideas and products, all in one place.

Let’s get into the various ways you can make money on Pinterest!

1. Affiliate Marketing On Pinterest

Affiliate marketing is without a doubt one of the best ways to make money on Pinterest without a blog. It’s one of the most versatile ways to make money online, and can be done starting as soon as you like!

(Quick reminder for anyone who needs it: affiliate marketing is where you apply to brands to promote their products and you get paid a commission when someone buys through your link. The key is to promote products you already use and love so that it’s really natural and you can genuinely promote it!)

For more information on what Affiliate Marketing is, have a look at this post here!

Many affiliate programs allow you to directly link to products within your pins. 

This means that you create pins to promote your affiliate products, and link that pin to your specific URL. 

The important part is to make sure (like sure sure), that whichever programs you are linking to are allowed to be linked to directly through Pinterest pins.

Amazon for example you can’t link directly to so be aware of this or you risk your account getting banned!

The beauty of linking Pinterest pins directly to affiliate links is that when someone clicks through your pin, it takes them directly to the brand/products website so there’s no need for you to have a blog!

Here’s the process for promoting affiliate links through Pinterest pins:

This process is under the assumption you have a Pinterest account that isn’t brand new, has a decent amount of pins on (more that you’ve made than you’ve saved) and you have fairly defined a niche. Even a broad/rough one! 

A note regarding affiliate marketing on Pinterest, Pinterest will 100% mark your account as spam if you ONLY have affiliate links on your pinterest. Creating a variety of different pins is key so you can space out any affiliate links you may be pinning.

The first step is to create high-quality pins. This means you create bold, eye-catching pin images in a variety of styles with different images. Everyone has different tastes so a variety of styles will help to appeal to more people. 

Using a tool such as Canva will make this 10 times easier! The free plan works amazingly well but also has a premium option if you prefer the premium features. 

Create a new design (or buy templates from places like Etsy), create eye-catching pins and use compelling text and a strong CTA (Call-To-Action) such as “Shop Now” or “Learn More”.

When uploading your pins to Pinterest, the title and description are also important! Make sure to include relevant keywords and a short but descriptive description about the product’s benefits, why you love it and who it can benefit!

Make sure you disclose properly! Add #ad, #affiliate or mention “affiliate link” to stay compliant with platform and affiliate policies. 

An additional task would be to track your analytics. This will show you a pins impressions, pins and outbound clicks. This will help you to see which pins are performing the best so you know which styles or boards are getting the most traction.

If you want a full beginners guide on getting started, I’ve also written a post that walks you through everything. From choosing the best programs to making your first commission (and aiming for your first $1000!). You can read it here: How to Make Money With Affiliate Marketing (Beginner-Friendly Guide).

You may find down the line that you prefer to have a blog or at least a landing page so that people aren’t sent straight to the product’s sales page. This is because you can then talk more about it and go over pros and cons of the product, so people have more information initially before deciding if it’s right for them.

Pinterest is also happier if you have blog posts linked back to pins as it loves fresh content!

So as much as you don’t NEED a blog for affiliate marketing on Pinterest, you may still find it worthwhile.

2. Sell Digital Products on Etsy (Promoted via Pinterest)

If you sell Digital Products on Etsy (or if you want to), then this option is for you!

Selling digital products is one of the easiest ways to make passive income online! Pinterest is the perfect platform to drive traffic to your shop. Unlike physical products, digital items require no inventory, no shipping, and can be sold over and over again with zero additional cost. This makes it ideal when crafting pins as it means you know the pins can stick around on the platform for a long time!

Pinterest and Etsy are such a perfect match for selling digital products! Whether these are printables, planners, templates, or even wall art!

Pinterest is a very visual search engine. This means that inevitably some niches and products will do better than others! Since Pinterest users love things such as planning, DIY, organisation, recipes, and creativity/crafts, your products have a huge potential audience! 

Here’s a super quick rundown of how to get started if you’re new to Digital Products:

Firstly, choose a profitable niche that will do well on Pinterest! Think about what people are actively searching for on Pinterest. It’s a visual platform like I mentioned earlier so anything “visual” is good! Products that are ALWAYS in demand are things like: printables, planners, templates, and PLR eBooks/PLR Bundles (PLR means you buy products that are already done-for-you, you rebrand them to your liking and resell as your own) are always a spot on choice.

Next you want to create high-quality products (or buy a PLR product/bundle for a small price). You can then use Canva, Adobe Illustrator, or Affinity Designer to design or re-brand professional-looking products. 

An example of one of my done-for-you PLR Bundles:

Set up an Etsy shop (or a Shopify store as this works too).  Etsy is beginner-friendly and already has a built-in audience searching for digital downloads which is ideal but If you prefer more control over your store, Shopify is a great alternative!

Once you’ve got your platform up and ready you can list your products! Remember to keep SEO in mind. This just means to use relevant keywords in your title, description, and tags so your products show up in Etsy search and Google results. It’s basically what you want your product to be found under when people search for different terms! 

Price competitively! This one is important but can be adjusted so don’t worry too much about it initially. Have a look at similar products on your chosen platform (Etsy or Shopify) and choose a price that reflects the value of your product. Don’t undervalue yourself, but keep prices lower if you’re a newer shop! Consider offering bundles for a higher perceived value.

This is the way you make money with Pinterest – you promote your digital products on Pinterest!  Pinterest is a visual search engine, and when used strategically, it can drive consistent traffic to your store and your digital products.

With Pinterest you can create multiple pin designs for the same product and space them out over time. The beauty of Pinterest is that pins can stay on the platform and circulate for a long time! This is how you can get passive sales from Pinterest straight to your Etsy or Shopify store!

3. Sell Physical Products with Print-on-Demand

Following on from the idea above, a different way to sell products and promote them through Pinterest is to to Print-On-Demand!


Pinterest is a great way to promote print-on-demand (POD) products such as mugs, t-shirts, tote bags, or wall art. Visual search engine remember! You can sell POD items through Etsy, or Shopify without holding any inventory yourself.

With Print-On-Demand, you create your own custom designs that are printed only when someone places an order. This means you don’t have to buy any products upfront!

You link your shop to a third-party supplier (such as Printify) and they then handle printing and shipping for you! This allows you to focus on creating more designs and marketing your products, without any worry about holding stock or shipping.

Pinterest is perfect for promoting POD products because users are consistently looking for unique, aesthetic, and personalised items. If you create eye-catching designs (especially that fit Pinterest trends), you can drive consistent sales to your products from Pinterest.

Here’s a quick rundown of the POD process:

Firstly you need to choose your POD Platform. Popular platforms include Printify, Printful and Gelato. These seamlessly integrate with online stores such as Etsy or Shopify, meaning you don’t need your own blog or website.

Then create unique and eye-catching designs. Things that work well on Pinterest are things such as 

  • Inspirational quotes on T-Shirts, Mugs, and Tote Bags
  • Minimalist or Aesthetic Art for Wall Prints (really popular at the moment)
  • Funny/Relatable Quotes or Phrases for Apparel, Wall Art and Mugs
  • Seasonal and holiday-themed designs – Always do well!

Once you’ve created your designs you upload them to add to your chosen products. You can then see what your designs look like on a variety of items such as t-shirts, hoodies, phone cases, tote bags, and posters!

Post your items to Etsy with optimised images, titles and descriptions, all linking back to your POD platform such as Printify. This means your sales are ready to go!

At that point once you have products like you can create (and publish) Pinterest Pins. Design a few different styles of pin for each product. Make the pins bold, and eye-catching, showcasing your products in use/from different angles if possible.

4. Drive Traffic to Your Email List

Having an email list is an amazing way you can make money through Pinterest.

It may not initially be clear how that’s possible so let me explain.

Firstly, who can even have/grow an email list?

The answer: literally anyone!

An email list is just where you sign up to a platform such as Mailerlite and then if people choose to give you their email address, it goes to your list. Once they are on your list, you can then email them and after some time you can start including links to products or affiliate links within these emails.

To get people to want to sign up for your email list, you offer something of value for a low price or for free.

Mailerlite has a completely FREE plan for your first 500 subscribers – start for FREE here!

This is where Pinterest comes in!

You can use Pinterest by creating pins that promote your free or low priced offer. The offer can be something simple such as a download of a template, a checklist, a printable design or anything else that people would want! Keep the freebie relevant to your niche/what your products and links are about or people will lose interest and unsubscribe.

You will need to create a landing page for the pins to link to.

A landing page is a page you can create (often through your Email Provider such as Mailerlite), which has the email sign up field.

This is why you can again make money on Pinterest but without the need for a blog. You direct people straight to a landing page, they can enter their email to get their download, you can then send relevant information/tips and down the line you can then include links to products/digital products, affiliate links or even digital services if that’s your thing!

5. Offer Pinterest Virtual Assistant Services

If you love using Pinterest, you can offer Pinterest virtual assistant (VA) services.

Becoming a Pinterest VA is an amazing way to make money on Pinterest.

If you understand how the platform works, and understand how to create engaging pins, how to schedule content, and how to optimise profiles/boards for growth, then it’s definitely one to consider.

You will basically get paid to help business owners and bloggers grow their accounts.

Many small business owners and bloggers don’t have the time or knowledge to use Pinterest to its fullest potential, even though they know how powerful a platform it can be for driving traffic and sales to whatever it is they are promoting. That’s where a Pinterest VA comes in!

What Does a Pinterest Virtual Assistant Do?

As a super quick rundown, these are the sorts of tasks and services you can offer as a Pinterest Virtual Assistant:

  • Pinterest Account Setup & Optimisation
  • Pin Design, Creation & Scheduling
  • Pinterest SEO
  • Pinterest Analytics & Tracking
  • Pinterest Ads Management

Where can you find clients for your Pinterest VA Services? 

You can find clients/businesses to work with through Fiverr, Upwork, or even Facebook Groups!

Many Etsy sellers, Bloggers, and Coaches need Pinterest help. Not because they can’t do it themselves, but because they don’t have the time to, or the time to learn the best practices and strategy! Pinterest is a hugely impressive marketing platform, as long as you know how to do so properly to get the best results.

You can of course also use Pinterest itself for marketing your VA services.  Create pins that promote your services and link to your booking page, landing page or portfolio! This way people who are interested have a quick and direct way to contact you where you can then discuss services, needs and pricing etc.

Once you become experienced with Pinterest, you can then also sell Pinterest templates, mini-courses, or coaching sessions to boost your income.

That leads on to the last point in this post…

6. Sell Pinterest Templates

If you’re good at designing eye-catching pins, you can sell Pinterest templates

This is an especially good option for those who know what Pinterest likes, knows that Pinterest users like, and have a creative eye.

Selling Pinterest templates is an amazing way to make money on Pinterest that doesn’t require the same time/deadlines as becoming a Pinterest VA. 

With selling Pinterest templates you create your products in your own time, and then sell them on platforms such as Etsy or Shopify.

You will find that many business owners, bloggers, brands and influencers want ready-made, easy-to-edit templates to be able to streamline their Pinterest strategy. Time is money and a lot of people are looking for ways to save time!

You can also offer more specific bundles/packs. This is especially useful for anyone in a defined niche such as (for example) templates for Food Bloggers, Lifestyle Bloggers, Etsy Sellers, Coaches or other Small Business owners!

Alongside selling your templates on Etsy or Shopify, you can of course promote your templates on Pinterest!

This one is super important to make sure you get your pins just right as it will be your initial mini portfolio for your design and pinterest pin making skills!

Creating beautifully designed, engaging, eye-catching pins is key to getting the attention of anyone potentially needing more pinterest pins! 

Once you’ve uploaded and optimised those pins, and people see their quality, they can then click through those pins directly to your Etsy or Shopify store and can purchase the templates that resonate with them and their business the most.

I hope this has helped to show you that there are many ways to make money on Pinterest.

It means that if you are already using Pinterest a lot and understand the platform, you can make money from it too!

Decide which option you like the sound of (or multiple options), then start by picking one method that excites you the most and go for that one first!

Whether it’s affiliate marketing, selling digital products, or offering Pinterest services, choosing the option that suits you, your schedule and your skills is key. You can of course do more than one of these too!

If you want to explore more beginner-friendly ways to make money online, I recently posted a full list called 25 Ways to Make $600 Quickly in 2026. It’s got loads of ideas you can use alongside Pinterest for even faster results.

Which option jumps out at you the most? Let me know in the comments! And if you found this post helpful, don’t forget to share it with others who want to monetise through their Pinterest too! 

Speak soon!

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How To Make $100 In a Day: 47 Fun and Practical Ideas https://katherinemclee.com/how-to-make-100-in-a-day-47-fun-and-practical-ideas/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=how-to-make-100-in-a-day-47-fun-and-practical-ideas https://katherinemclee.com/how-to-make-100-in-a-day-47-fun-and-practical-ideas/#comments Tue, 28 Jan 2025 20:50:39 +0000 https://katherinemclee.com/?p=12025 In this post, we’re diving into 47 fun, easy, and realistic ways to make $100 a day online or offline. No matter whether you’re looking for quick cash, long-term income, or a creative side hustle you’ll actually enjoy! Making extra money isn’t always instant, but it’s 100% possible if you stick with it! The trick is finding side hustles or money-making ideas that you actually enjoy and want to keep doing. When you focus on the ideas/methods that interest you, you’ll find that the journey becomes way more fun and rewarding! With the tips I’m about to share with you below, you could start making extra cash fast – even $100 or more, in a single day! If something doesn’t work out, don’t worry or panic – it’s normal! It just means that specific option maybe wasn’t the right fit for you. Go through the other options and move on to the next idea that sparks your interest. Stay consistent, keep experimenting, and you’ll eventually find the perfect side hustle to hit your $100-a-day (or more) goal. Let’s get into the top ways to make some extra money! This post is long, and everyone’s in a different situation.Here’s a quick overview so you can scroll to the ideas that suit you best: In this post you’ll find:• Fast online methods• Freelance + service options• Local offline ideas• Selling items you already own• Platforms to get started• Tips to choose the best method for you 1 – Affiliate Marketing Affiliate marketing is when you earn a commission by promoting other companies’ products.  The commission you receive will vary from brand to brand but there is a lot of money to be made! For me, I focus on partnering with brands I trust—companies whose products I use and love. It’s so much easier (and way more fun) to share things you know your audience will genuinely find valuable. The best part? Affiliate marketing has massive potential. Many successful bloggers use it as a key income stream, with some earning six figures or more just by funding a way that works for them. It’s all about being authentic and strategic! If you want a step-by-step breakdown, start with my post: Affiliate Marketing for Beginners. It shows you exactly how to make your first $1,000 even if you’re starting from 0. 2 – Earn Money by Taking Surveys Taking surveys online is one of the easiest ways to earn extra cash from your laptop or phone. Many brands and companies are keen to gather consumer feedback to improve their products and services Sometimes it’s literally just for general information from the public. This means they are often willing to pay for your opinions. Platforms such as Swagbucks, SurveyJunkie, and OnePoll (UK) offer paid surveys, ranging from quick polls to longer, more in-depth questionnaires. Each survey will offer a different monetary amount and will all add up the payout threshold. This allows you to earn money or rewards like gift cards, completely at your own pace. While the pay amount for each survey might not look like much, consistently completing surveys can add up over time. It’s an easy way to make some money while killing some time! This makes it a great option for anyone looking to supplement their income in their spare time.  Plus, there’s no specialized skill or qualifications required – just your honest input! You can of course join multiple survey sites to maximize your earnings with this side hustle. 3 – Cashback Apps Cashback apps make it really easy to earn rewards or money back on your everyday purchases! By using apps like Rakuten or Upside, you can receive a percentage of what you spend as cash or redeemable points. It’s as simple as shopping through the app’s platform or uploading receipts from your regular purchases to the app. You still shop at your standard places, you just go to the website via the app or upload the receipts! The more you use these apps and take advantage of special offers, the faster your savings can add up. Regular users/shoppers often reach $100 within a few months, making cashback apps a hassle-free way to stretch your spending and earn a little extra on the side. While you may not make $100 in a day, over time you can be rewarded with fairly regular cashback payments or gift cards. 4 – Sell PLR Done-for-you Products Selling PLR (Private Label Rights) done-for-you products is a fantastic way to make money. This is because it’s a (relatively) low-effort, high-reward business model/way to create an income! You buy ready-made content such as courses, eBooks, downloads, templates, or graphics, and you then rebrand them and sell them as your own. Here’s an example of done-for-you products you can re-brand and re-sell as your own! There’s no need to spend hours creating products from scratch! It’s perfect for anyone who wants to offer digital products without the worry or hassle of making them. You can then sell them on platforms such as Etsy and Shopify! If you need more info on Shopify or their free trial, check that out here! Plus, digital products have no inventory or shipping costs. This means your profit margins are huge. The only cost needed is the one you paid for the item initially. Once set up, it’s a passive income stream that keeps bringing in sales even while you sleep!  5 – Sell Services on Fiverr If you have an online service to offer, you can do so on Fiverr! Fiverr is one of the easiest ways to start making yourself money online by offering your skills as paid services. No matter whether your skill is in writing content or emails, graphic design, video editing, voiceovers, or social media management (just as a few examples – the list is endless), you will find that someone will be looking for those specific services. People often start by creating simple, quick jobs at an appealing low price to attract your first few customers and then as your completed jobs, experience and positive reviews go up, you can then increase your rates and complexity of jobs! Fiverr handles all of the marketing and brings clients to you through keywords, so you don’t have to spend time searching for work. Of course you can promote your services if you’d like though! Already loving these ideas? Get this FREE 50 Power Prompts for Content Creation eBook to keep your momentum going – plus get an exclusive bonus toolkit for just £11! 6 – Invest in The Stock Market Investing can be a great way to make money if you are happy to be in it for the long game. It offers incredible potential for long-term growth if you stick with it. Platforms such as Trading 212 (if you’re in the UK) are perfect for beginners because they are user-friendly, reliable, and provide a range of tools to help you get started.  Trading 212 is a member of the Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS) so is a great one to start with and if you want some free shares to get started, click this link here. With features like commission-free trading and helpful , beginner friendly resources, you can start building up your portfolio with minimal upfront costs. Just remember that investing is a long-term game. While you can see daily profits if markets perform well, the real power of investing lies in compounding over months and even years. Trading 212 and similar platforms make it easy to diversify your investments, whether you’re interested in stocks, ETFs, or fractional shares.  The beauty of Trading 212 itself is that they offer a virtual account to practice without any risk! If you are located outside of the UK you will need to find a platform where you are. Make sure they are highly reviewed and regulated by a Financial Body just as Trading 212 is! 7 – Publish a Book or eBook Publishing your own book or eBook (especially via platforms like Amazon KDP) can be a great way to earn money! As with any business model, it requires a thoughtful strategy, planning, writing, and marketing. You can use tools to help you create planners, notebooks or colouring books, then have them published via Amazon KDP! Once your eBook is live, it can generate passive revenue with minimal additional effort! This is down to the fact that you create them once, but can sell multiple times over as Amazon does the publishing/printing and shipping for you! You can also sell digital downloads of the books on platforms such as Shopify or Etsy! This can include books you have written yourself, or books you have bought with PLR which are done-for-you books that you can sell as your own! 8 – Freelancing Your Skill Set Freelance work is another fantastic way to earn extra money. If you have specific skills, freelancing from home can be a great way to earn extra money. You can easily sign up to websites such as Fiverr and Upwork. These platforms connect freelancers with clients who need specific skills such as proofreading, web design, writing, photography or social media management. After setting up your profile and services, you can start taking on freelance jobs that fit into your schedule.  Most often anyone can sign up to offer freelance platforms like the ones mentioned above. However, be aware that some platforms may have application processes or require you to prove your skills before accepting you in. Once you’re approved, you can then start offering your services and set your own rates! 9 – Deliver Food Delivering food can be an incredibly easy and flexible way to make extra cash.  Especially if you’re looking for a side hustle that fits around your schedule. Whether you’re delivering pizzas, burgers or groceries, platforms such as Uber Eats, Just Eat, DoorDash or Deliveroo make it super simple to get started. You can work as much or as little as you like, depending on your monetary/work wants and your availability. The best part for this income option is that you can sometimes earn tips on top of your delivery fee, boosting your income even more! With this type of work you don’t need any special qualifications – just a reliable vehicle, a phone, and a willingness to work. Some people even opt to deliver without a car. They may opt for riding a motorbike, push bike, or walking. It’s an easy way to turn your free time into cash while helping others get what they need! 10 – Earn Money from Cash Back Offers If you love shopping, why not get paid for it? Cashback platforms like Rakuten make it really easy to earn money on purchases you’re already making. The process is really simple too! You create an account for free, shop at your normal/favorite places but via their site, and you then earn a percentage back in cash or as rewards! Rakuten often has special promotions and bonuses, meaning you can speed up your earnings too. It’s an amazing way to make an income without any extra effort!  While you may not make $100 a day, using platforms such as Rakuten can certainly add up over time, for little to no extra effort. 11 – Sell/Return Unused Items from Your Home I think we are all guilty of buying things we really didn’t need or thought we wanted but never ended up using/wearing. I know I am! Instead of letting those purchases sit gathering dust, (if they are recent purchases) you can return them to the store for a refund! This is a really quick and easy way to get some money back. Make sure to always keep your receipts and return items within the store’s return policy period if they don’t fit/aren’t useful or aren’t what you wanted or expected.  If returns are not an option due to closed return windows ect, consider selling the items online or through consignment shops if you have any local to...

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In this post, we’re diving into 47 fun, easy, and realistic ways to make $100 a day online or offline. No matter whether you’re looking for quick cash, long-term income, or a creative side hustle you’ll actually enjoy!

Making extra money isn’t always instant, but it’s 100% possible if you stick with it!

The trick is finding side hustles or money-making ideas that you actually enjoy and want to keep doing.

When you focus on the ideas/methods that interest you, you’ll find that the journey becomes way more fun and rewarding!

With the tips I’m about to share with you below, you could start making extra cash fast – even $100 or more, in a single day!

If something doesn’t work out, don’t worry or panic – it’s normal! It just means that specific option maybe wasn’t the right fit for you. Go through the other options and move on to the next idea that sparks your interest.

Stay consistent, keep experimenting, and you’ll eventually find the perfect side hustle to hit your $100-a-day (or more) goal.

Let’s get into the top ways to make some extra money!

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This post is long, and everyone’s in a different situation.
Here’s a quick overview so you can scroll to the ideas that suit you best:

In this post you’ll find:
• Fast online methods
• Freelance + service options
• Local offline ideas
• Selling items you already own
• Platforms to get started
• Tips to choose the best method for you

1 – Affiliate Marketing

Affiliate marketing is when you earn a commission by promoting other companies’ products. 

The commission you receive will vary from brand to brand but there is a lot of money to be made!

For me, I focus on partnering with brands I trust—companies whose products I use and love. It’s so much easier (and way more fun) to share things you know your audience will genuinely find valuable.

The best part? Affiliate marketing has massive potential.

Many successful bloggers use it as a key income stream, with some earning six figures or more just by funding a way that works for them.

It’s all about being authentic and strategic!

If you want a step-by-step breakdown, start with my post: Affiliate Marketing for Beginners. It shows you exactly how to make your first $1,000 even if you’re starting from 0.

2 – Earn Money by Taking Surveys

Taking surveys online is one of the easiest ways to earn extra cash from your laptop or phone.

Many brands and companies are keen to gather consumer feedback to improve their products and services Sometimes it’s literally just for general information from the public. This means they are often willing to pay for your opinions.

Platforms such as Swagbucks, SurveyJunkie, and OnePoll (UK) offer paid surveys, ranging from quick polls to longer, more in-depth questionnaires. Each survey will offer a different monetary amount and will all add up the payout threshold.

This allows you to earn money or rewards like gift cards, completely at your own pace.

While the pay amount for each survey might not look like much, consistently completing surveys can add up over time. It’s an easy way to make some money while killing some time!

This makes it a great option for anyone looking to supplement their income in their spare time. 

Plus, there’s no specialized skill or qualifications required – just your honest input!

You can of course join multiple survey sites to maximize your earnings with this side hustle.

3 – Cashback Apps

Cashback apps make it really easy to earn rewards or money back on your everyday purchases!

By using apps like Rakuten or Upside, you can receive a percentage of what you spend as cash or redeemable points.

It’s as simple as shopping through the app’s platform or uploading receipts from your regular purchases to the app.

You still shop at your standard places, you just go to the website via the app or upload the receipts!

The more you use these apps and take advantage of special offers, the faster your savings can add up.

Regular users/shoppers often reach $100 within a few months, making cashback apps a hassle-free way to stretch your spending and earn a little extra on the side.

While you may not make $100 in a day, over time you can be rewarded with fairly regular cashback payments or gift cards.

4 – Sell PLR Done-for-you Products

Selling PLR (Private Label Rights) done-for-you products is a fantastic way to make money. This is because it’s a (relatively) low-effort, high-reward business model/way to create an income!

You buy ready-made content such as courses, eBooks, downloads, templates, or graphics, and you then rebrand them and sell them as your own.

Here’s an example of done-for-you products you can re-brand and re-sell as your own!

There’s no need to spend hours creating products from scratch!

It’s perfect for anyone who wants to offer digital products without the worry or hassle of making them.

You can then sell them on platforms such as Etsy and Shopify!

If you need more info on Shopify or their free trial, check that out here!

Plus, digital products have no inventory or shipping costs. This means your profit margins are huge. The only cost needed is the one you paid for the item initially. Once set up, it’s a passive income stream that keeps bringing in sales even while you sleep! 

5 – Sell Services on Fiverr

If you have an online service to offer, you can do so on Fiverr!

Fiverr is one of the easiest ways to start making yourself money online by offering your skills as paid services.

No matter whether your skill is in writing content or emails, graphic design, video editing, voiceovers, or social media management (just as a few examples – the list is endless), you will find that someone will be looking for those specific services.

People often start by creating simple, quick jobs at an appealing low price to attract your first few customers and then as your completed jobs, experience and positive reviews go up, you can then increase your rates and complexity of jobs!

Fiverr handles all of the marketing and brings clients to you through keywords, so you don’t have to spend time searching for work. Of course you can promote your services if you’d like though!

Already loving these ideas? Get this FREE 50 Power Prompts for Content Creation eBook to keep your momentum going – plus get an exclusive bonus toolkit for just £11!

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6 – Invest in The Stock Market

Investing can be a great way to make money if you are happy to be in it for the long game. It offers incredible potential for long-term growth if you stick with it.

Platforms such as Trading 212 (if you’re in the UK) are perfect for beginners because they are user-friendly, reliable, and provide a range of tools to help you get started. 

Trading 212 is a member of the Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS) so is a great one to start with and if you want some free shares to get started, click this link here.

With features like commission-free trading and helpful , beginner friendly resources, you can start building up your portfolio with minimal upfront costs.

Just remember that investing is a long-term game. While you can see daily profits if markets perform well, the real power of investing lies in compounding over months and even years.

Trading 212 and similar platforms make it easy to diversify your investments, whether you’re interested in stocks, ETFs, or fractional shares. 

The beauty of Trading 212 itself is that they offer a virtual account to practice without any risk!

If you are located outside of the UK you will need to find a platform where you are. Make sure they are highly reviewed and regulated by a Financial Body just as Trading 212 is!

7 – Publish a Book or eBook

Publishing your own book or eBook (especially via platforms like Amazon KDP) can be a great way to earn money!

As with any business model, it requires a thoughtful strategy, planning, writing, and marketing.

You can use tools to help you create planners, notebooks or colouring books, then have them published via Amazon KDP!

Once your eBook is live, it can generate passive revenue with minimal additional effort! This is down to the fact that you create them once, but can sell multiple times over as Amazon does the publishing/printing and shipping for you!

You can also sell digital downloads of the books on platforms such as Shopify or Etsy! This can include books you have written yourself, or books you have bought with PLR which are done-for-you books that you can sell as your own!

8 – Freelancing Your Skill Set

Freelance work is another fantastic way to earn extra money.

If you have specific skills, freelancing from home can be a great way to earn extra money.

You can easily sign up to websites such as Fiverr and Upwork. These platforms connect freelancers with clients who need specific skills such as proofreading, web design, writing, photography or social media management.

After setting up your profile and services, you can start taking on freelance jobs that fit into your schedule. 

Most often anyone can sign up to offer freelance platforms like the ones mentioned above.

However, be aware that some platforms may have application processes or require you to prove your skills before accepting you in. Once you’re approved, you can then start offering your services and set your own rates!

9 – Deliver Food

Delivering food can be an incredibly easy and flexible way to make extra cash. 

Especially if you’re looking for a side hustle that fits around your schedule.

Whether you’re delivering pizzas, burgers or groceries, platforms such as Uber Eats, Just Eat, DoorDash or Deliveroo make it super simple to get started. You can work as much or as little as you like, depending on your monetary/work wants and your availability.

The best part for this income option is that you can sometimes earn tips on top of your delivery fee, boosting your income even more!

With this type of work you don’t need any special qualifications – just a reliable vehicle, a phone, and a willingness to work.

Some people even opt to deliver without a car. They may opt for riding a motorbike, push bike, or walking.

It’s an easy way to turn your free time into cash while helping others get what they need!

10 – Earn Money from Cash Back Offers

If you love shopping, why not get paid for it? Cashback platforms like Rakuten make it really easy to earn money on purchases you’re already making.

The process is really simple too! You create an account for free, shop at your normal/favorite places but via their site, and you then earn a percentage back in cash or as rewards!

Rakuten often has special promotions and bonuses, meaning you can speed up your earnings too. It’s an amazing way to make an income without any extra effort! 

While you may not make $100 a day, using platforms such as Rakuten can certainly add up over time, for little to no extra effort.

11 – Sell/Return Unused Items from Your Home

I think we are all guilty of buying things we really didn’t need or thought we wanted but never ended up using/wearing. I know I am!

Instead of letting those purchases sit gathering dust, (if they are recent purchases) you can return them to the store for a refund!

This is a really quick and easy way to get some money back.

Make sure to always keep your receipts and return items within the store’s return policy period if they don’t fit/aren’t useful or aren’t what you wanted or expected. 

If returns are not an option due to closed return windows ect, consider selling the items online or through consignment shops if you have any local to you.

Does this sound like something you are interested in? If so, start by decluttering and getting rid of anything you haven’t used in the past year. If it isn’t used/useful or doesn’t bring you joy – you can sell it!

You of course may not get the full retail price, but it’s a good way to recoup some of your money rather than it sitting in your home costing you 100% of the money spent!

12 – Sell Unused Gift Cards

Selling unused gift cards is an easy (and quick) way to declutter your home and make some quick cash!

Every single year, millions of dollars in gift cards go unused! Which is a scary statistic!

Different countries/areas have different companies that will buy gift cards back or offer other credits, so look for a credible one in your area!

Cards from popular retailers like Amazon or Walmart are in high demand and often fetch great rates!

Of course you may not get the full value of the card back, but it’s still better than the entire card being wasted!

13 – Rent Out Your Stuff

A simple way to make some money is to rent out things you aren’t using that other people are looking to rent.

If you own a parking space but don’t have a car, consider renting it out to those who would happily pay to use it.

This can be really profitable in busy inner city/urban areas where parking is not only expensive, but hard to come by!  It won’t take long to find someone who’s willing to pay for the spot! 

You could also consider renting out garage space, large tools/machinery or other items that people may be looking for but aren’t wanting to buy.. 

You can advertise in online adverts or in neighborhood groups online.

14 – Email Marketing Manager

Email marketing is one of the most powerful ways businesses connect with their audience. A lot will say that their email list is one of the most important and valuable things that they have! Because of this, they are willing to pay for experts who can help write and schedule engaging emails that drive sales or clicks!

As an Email Marketing Manager, you’ll create newsletters, automated sequences, and promotional campaigns to help brands connect more with their audience, and help drive clicks and sales back to whatever their business needs.

If you are looking to grow your email list or need ideas how to grow someone elses – grab this free cheatsheet on Lead Magnets for email growth!

Many businesses (especially e-commerce stores and bloggers) need this service, and you can charge per project or on a retainer basis – making this a great way to build a steady income online that suits you as well as the blogger/brand!

If you’re looking for an easy-to-use, totally beginner friendly and affordable email marketing platform, MailerLite is a really good choice! It’s the platform I use and I can highly recommend it!

It’s beginner-friendly (super easy to work with and use), it’s got loads of automation features, and offers a free plan without any upfront or ongoing costs.

No matter whether you’re running your own campaigns for yourself, wanting to practice with email software or using it for clients, MailerLite is a really great tool to help maximize results while keeping things streamlined and simple!

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15 – Sell Your Used Books

Selling used books is a fantastic option if you’ve got old books lying about and are looking to make that $100 in a day!

You can use platforms like eBay, Amazon, and Facebook Marketplace, and it’s then easy to connect with buyers who are looking to buy good-quality, second-hand books at a good price.

If you don’t have many used books at home, you can find cheap books from garage sales or thrift stores! If you focus on popular genres such as textbooks, rare editions, or trending novels, you can really increase your profit margins as people are always looking for good deals on those sorts of books.

This option is effective for both decluttering and making money online.

16 – Become a Virtual Friend in Your Free Time

This is one for anyone who is more of a “people” person.

If you enjoy chatting with new people and offering some companionship or friendship, becoming a virtual friend can be a fun and fulfilling way to make money.

Websites suuch as RentAFriend, Papa, and Fiverr allow you to connect with people who are looking for someone to talk to, play games with, or even offer advice. Some even look for a friend to accompany them to events etc!

There’s no romantic aspect – just friendly conversations and support. You set your own hours and rates, making it a flexible side hustle that fits into your free time and your schedule.

Some virtual friends make hundreds of dollars a month simply by being a kind and engaging presence for others online!

17 – Become a Virtual Assistant

If you’re organized and good at multitasking, becoming a virtual assistant (VA) is a fantastic way to make money online!

Business owners, bloggers, influencers and entrepreneurs are always looking for help with the daily tasks that take time away from them creating content/products! These tasks could be things like email management, social media scheduling, data entry, help with Pinterest and customer support.

You can sign up and start on websites like Fiverr or Upwork, and you set your own rates based on your experience!

As for how much you can make, many new VAs earn between $15-$50 per hour, and as you gain clients and experience, it can turn into a full-time income. Plus, you get the freedom to work from anywhere!

18 – Participate in Research Studies

Participating in research studies can be a simple way to make some extra cash while helping scientific studies and brands enhance their knowledge. 

Many universities, medical institutions, brands and market research companies pay individuals to take part in studies. These can range from medical trials to focus groups or surveys. 

The amount you get paid will vary based on the type of study and the time commitment involved. Some will pay their participants as much as $50 to $200 per session. 

You can find opportunities by checking local university websites, clinical research facilities, brand websites or online platforms that offer the studies near you.

Companies are constantly seeking participants for focus groups for fresh insights and information. You usually don’t need any special qualifications to get involved as they are looking for a range of participants.

Always make sure it’s through a reputable source and always read the study requirements carefully and ensure it’s something you’re comfortable with before committing!

19 – Rent Out an Extra Room on Airbnb

If you have a spare room in your home, renting it out could be a fantastic way to bring in extra income. 

This could be a room, an attic conversion or a renovated basement/living space!

Platforms like Airbnb make it simple to advertise and list your space, whether it’s just for weekends, holidays, or for full-time.

Hosting not only lets you earn money but also gives you the chance to meet people from all over the world.

You’ll have full control over your availability, pricing, and house rules. This allows you to tailor the experience to fit your lifestyle.

It’s a flexible and rewarding side hustle for anyone with a little extra space!

Always make sure you use reputable platforms!

20 – Sell Items on Amazon

Do you have stuff lying around the house? Or maybe you’ve got an eye for finding bargains? Selling items on Amazon can be a fast and profitable way to make extra cash.

Whether it’s books, gadgets, or other products, Amazon makes it easy to list and sell to millions of potential buyers. You don’t need a full-blown business to start – just some products and a bit of time to get your listings set up.

Plus, with Amazon handling the tricky, fiddly stuff like shipping through FBA (Fulfillment by Amazon), you can just focus on finding great items to sell!

Some sellers have made hundreds in their first month, so if you’ve got an eye for products, this could be a great side hustle for you!

21 – Flipping Items

If you love finding a good deal, flipping items could be the perfect side hustle for you.

The trick here is to find and buy items at bargain prices that you can resell for a profit.

You can find items at flea markets, garage sales, boot sales, thrift shops, or even online marketplaces such as eBay

With some creativity and a little know-how, this can turn into a lucrative side hustle option.

The key here is to do a bit of research and focus on items that people are actively looking for. This could be vintage decor, niche pieces, or unique collectibles for some examples.

22 – Start Your Own Blog

Here’s one that’s close to home for me!

If you’re looking for a creative and long-term way to make money, starting a blog is a brilliant option!

Blogs can generate income through ads, affiliate marketing, sponsored content, digital products, and more. The best part? You can build a blog around any topic you’re passionate about. No matter whether it’s travel, fitness, parenting, or even niche hobbies.

While blogging takes time to gain traction, once your content is out there it can work for you 24/7. This then can bring in passive income over time. 

And trust me, those little wins – like your first affiliate sale, makes all the effort so worth it!

For answers to the most commonly asked blogging-related questions, have a look at this post here!

If Pinterest feels easier than setting up a full blog, this post shows you how to earn by using pinterest with no need for your own blog if you would prefer that route.

23 – Bookkeeping

If numbers, organization and attention to detail are your thing, bookkeeping could be the perfect way for you to earn some extra cash.

With businesses of all sizes needing help managing their finances, bookkeepers are always in demand.

You don’t need a formal accounting degree to get started either. There are plenty of online courses to teach you the basics!

Once you know how to track expenses, balance accounts, and generate financial reports, you can then offer your services to small business owners, freelancers, and even entrepreneurs. 

It’s a really flexible job you can do remotely and part-time, making it ideal for fitting around your daily life and other commitments. Experienced bookkeepers can earn $25 to $50 per hour, making it a profitable and reliable side hustle.

Plus as a bonus, it’s a skill that you can keep improving on, and that only gets more valuable with time!

24 – Transcribe Audio Recordings

If you’re a fast (and accurate) typist with really good listening skills, audio transcription could be an excellent way for you to generate some additional income.

(This one isn’t great for anyone like me who is fast, but not always accurate lol).

This side hustle involves listening to audio recordings and converting them into written documents. This makes it a valuable service across many industries, such as legal, medical, and general business.

The beauty of audio transcription work is that it’s really flexible which allows you to choose your own hours and work from virtually anywhere!

With consistent practice and good attention to detail, you can refine your skills and turn this opportunity into a reliable income stream where you can work up to make that $100 in a day!

25 – SEO Specialist

This is a bit of a niche option to make $100 in a day, but if you’re good with keywords and analytics, offering SEO services is a great way to generate an income.

Businesses and bloggers need help ranking higher on Google as their whole business relies on having an audience, and many will pay well for services like keyword research and site optimization.

You can start with free online courses, and even beginners can charge $50 to $100 per project. With SEO in high demand, this side hustle has serious growth potential!

If you’re familiar with how Google works and love looking into keywords and the back-end analytics, becoming an SEO specialist is a fantastic way to make some money.

You don’t need a fancy degree or qualification to get started. There are plenty of free and paid resources/courses online to help you build your SEO skills.

As an SEO specialist, you could offer services such as keyword research, on-page optimization, and backlink building.

Rates will vary depending on your own experience and skill set, but even beginners can charge $50 to $100 per project.

The good thing about skills like this is that once you’ve got a few success stories behind you, your earning potential can skyrocket.

SEO is an always-in-demand skill that businesses and brands are constantly looking for, making it a great side hustle that can turn into a full career if you choose!

26 – Create an Online Course

This is a fun one for anyone who has knowledge to share!

If you’re an expert in something, no matter whether it’s blogging, cooking, productivity hacks, or even niche hobbies – you can turn that knowledge into an online course!

(I am using the term “expert” but truly all you need is lesser-known information on your chosen topic!)

Platforms such as Teachable and Thinkific make it super easy to create and sell courses to people from all over the world.

Online courses are becoiming more and more popular as people are realising that investing a little money to save a lot of time is SO worth it!

I rave about this Blogging Course for exactly that reason. The amount of time this information provided me – all in one place – makes it such a good investment.

One of the best parts of this income option is that once your course is live, it becomes a source of passive income.

Of course it takes time upfront to script, plan and record, but after that, you can earn money over and over. 

The only things to really focus on then are any updates that may need adding, and marketing your course to those who would be looking to obtain the information you are sharing!

27 – Become a Pet Sitter

Pet sitting is an ideal side hustle for animal lovers because it allows you to spend quality time with animals, all while earning money.

Whether you’re walking dogs, feeding cats, or providing companionship to pets while their owners are away, it can be a fulfilling experience for anyone who loves animals!

The beauty of pet sitting is that you can choose the hours that fit your schedule. This could be shorter, one off jobs, to regular recurring jobs.

Platforms such as Rover make it easy to connect with pet owners in need of trustworthy care for their precious pets.

This side hustle option often pays well, with pet sitters often earning $20-$40 per visit depending on the services and care required. 

For animal lovers, it’s a win-win: doing what you love while making extra income!

28 – Teaching English Online

Teaching English as a second language online is a helpful and growing side hustle opportunity. It’s especially perfect for those looking for flexibility and more meaningful work!

Whether you choose to teach online or in person, this income option is incredibly versatile and flexible, making it again perfect for anyone wanting their income to fit seamlessly around family commitments and/or other responsibilities.

While you don’t necessarily need a degree, having a TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) certification is essential to be accepted for most positions and in turn maximize your earning potential.

Platforms like VIPKID, Qkids, and Cambly connect you with learners worldwide and offer decent pay, often up to $22 per hour or more depending on your experience and which platform you choose.

If you enjoy helping others and want to work from anywhere, this could be the perfect income stream for you!

29 – Photography

Photography can be an amazing way to make money! Whether your niche is portraits, product photography, or even selling stock images online, there are loads of opportunities to turn your photo skills into an income.

You can start small with just a camera or even a smartphone, build a portfolio, and grow your client base over time.

You can take courses and become more qualified as you become more experienced too. This in turn will reflect in the prices you then charge.

Plus, with social media and the internet in general, marketing your work has never been easier. You can sell stock images to stock image websites, or sell prints via Etsy or Shopify!

If you have a good eye for detail and are creative, photography can be a super flexible, and profitable side hustle to start. 

With time and effort it won’t be long before you’re up to making $100 in a day!

30 – Personal Stylist

Becoming a personal stylist is a fantastic way to make money while helping people look and feel their best!

Whether you’re styling people for their everyday style, special events, or even professional photoshoots, there’s always a demand for expert fashion advice.

The beauty of this venture is that you can work in-person, online, or a mix of the two! You can offer virtual styling sessions, wardrobe ideas, or even personal shopping services if you prefer to see things in person.

Due to the internet and specifically Social Media, building a personal brand and attracting clients is easier  than ever!

If you love fashion and have an amazing eye for style, this could be the fun, flexible, and rewarding side hustle for you!

31 – Become a Translator

If you’re fluent in more than one language, you can absolutely put your skills to good use and try out becoming a translator!

It’s such a rewarding job where you get to help people communicate across different languages. You could be translating anything from important documents and audio recordings to books or creative writing!

If you have the skills, translating is an amazing way to use your talent while earning money.

Plus, you can often do this work from the comfort of your home or on a flexible schedule, making it a fantastic option if you’re looking for freedom in your career!

32 – Sell Items on Etsy

No matter if you love making handmade crafts, designing printables, or selling PLR/done-for-you products, selling on Etsy is a great way to make money!

Etsy is an online market place which means it already has its own customer base. 

Whether you sell jewelry, home decor, digital downloads, or custom gifts, you can start as small as you like and can grow your shop over time.

Plus, with Etsy handling all purchases and payments, plus giving you built-in exposure to a ready-made audience, it’s easier than ever to reach customers worldwide!

Another popular option when it comes to selling items on Etsy is to use a platform such as Printify and you can sell Print-On-Demand products. This could be mugs, t-shirts, stickers, or anything else that appeals to you!

With Print-On-Demand you design your items in Printify, connect it to your Etsy store, and then whhen people order, the order goes directly through Printify so you don’t have to hold any stock/inventory and no worry about having to ship items out yourself!

Using Printify lets you design items you like, it lets the customer buy whichever variation you have advised is available, and you don’t have to do anything else other than collect the profit!

Definitely a good option!

33 – Secret/Mystery Shopper

Becoming a secret shopper, or mystery shopper, is a great way to earn some extra cash.

You basically get to shop, dine out, or try services as an anonymous customer. Then you get paid to share your honest feedback regarding your experience or any specific things you’ve been asked to check out.

It’s like being on a secret mission to evaluate businesses and help them improve.

If you enjoy shopping and have a good eye for detail, this could be the perfect side hustle for you.

Where you can do this will vary from country to country so check out local mystery shopping platforms near you if this option interests you!

34 – Offer Video Editing Services

Video editing services can be an amazing way to make $100 in a day.

The popularity of platforms like YouTube and TikTok has heightened the demand for talented video editors, making it one of the best opportunities out there.

Every vlog, cinematic montage, or viral short video starts as raw video footage. It’s the editor who transforms it into something captivating and impactful!

And here’s the best part: you don’t need years of experience to get started!

You can pick up video editing skills in just 3 to 6 months with free or affordable online resources. YouTube tutorials are a great place to begin.

Once you’ve honed your craft, the earning potential is amazing.

Rates can vary depending on the type of videos you work on, but with dedication this could turn into a lucrative and creative career or side hustle.

35 – Become a Content Re-purposer

If someone is creating content, chances are they are looking for ways to get more eyes on their work without constantly creating new content from scratch! That’s where content re-purposers come in.

Here are a couple of examples of the jobs you may get as as a content re-purposer: you might turn blog posts into social media graphics, you might change podcasts into blog posts, or break down/edit long form YouTube videos into short-form videos for platforms such as TikTok or Instagram!

It’s a high-demand skill that saves creators SO much time while also helping them grow their audience across multiple platforms.

If you enjoy organizing and editing content in streamlined, engaging ways, this could be the ideal side hustle for you!

36 – Social Media Manager

With the rise of influencers and online brands, many need help staying active on social media so they can focus on content! That’s where a Social Media Manager comes in!

Whether it’s help in creating engaging posts, scheduling content, responding to comments or other tasks to help grow their audience/followers, this role is perfect if you love spending time online and know how to keep an audience engaged and growing!

Depending on your skills/experience and the brands and content crerators you choose to work with, you’ll find people willing to pay hundreds or even thousands per month! 

It can be a lot of work but super enjoyable if you’re on social media anyway!

37 – Data Entry Jobs

Data entry jobs are a simple way to earn $100 in a day.

It’s perfect for beginners as you only need basic computer skills!

The tasks often involve typing and organizing data, making it accessible for anyone who wants to do it. While the hourly pay isn’t as high as some other options, it’s flexible and can be done remotely on your own schedule which is a huge bonus.

You can improve your chances of making an income with data entry by learning through  online tutorials and courses. To find work in this area you can look for opportunities on platforms like Upwork or Fiverr, or research companies looking for this work directly.

38 – Start a YouTube Channel

Starting a YouTube channel is an amazing way to earn income while sharing your passions with an audience from all over the world!

Whether you’re into tutorials, reviews, or lifestyle content, YouTube offers limitless creative freedom and several ways to monetize your channel and your brand.

Once you hit 1,000 subscribers and 4,000 watch hours, you can join the YouTube Partner Program to earn ad revenue from your videos. Beyond ads, there are many other income opportunities through sponsorships, affiliate marketing, and selling your own products or services.

One of the best aspects of YouTube is its potential for passive income. A single video can continue to generate views – and money – for years to come. 

Building a successful channel requires dedication and consistency, but it’s highly flexible – you set your own schedule and style!

Many creators now earn full-time incomes, with some making six or even seven figures annually. YouTube isn’t just a side hustle. It’s an amazing platform for personal expression, financial growth, and creating a lasting impact on your own channel on the internet.

39 – Facebook Ads Manager

Becoming a Facebook Ads Manager can be a really good way to make $100 in a day because brands and businesses are always looking for skilled people to help them get more leads and in turn, more sales!

With millions of people and businesses relying on Facebook ads, there’s always a huge demand for ad managers who can create, optimize, and scale campaigns for those businesses.

Plus, you don’t need a degree or any specific qualifications to get started. All you need is the right training/skills and some experience.

Once you really master it, you can charge hundreds or even thousands per month per client, making it a super effective and flexible side hustle or even full-time business!

40 – Buy and Sell Domains

Buying and selling domains (also known as domain flipping) is an excellent side hustle because it offers high-profit potential with minimal upfront investment.

You can purchase domain names for as little as $10–$50 and resell them for significantly higher prices. Sometimes in the thousands!

It’s flexible, allowing you to work from anywhere which is ideal for those looking to fit their income in around their daily schedule.

High-value domains, especially those with a .com extension, tend to attract the highest offers. 

This isn’t a hard and fast rule, but it does seem to go that way. 

Platforms such as GoDaddy Auctions and Flippa make it super easy to buy and sell domains.

With patience and a bit of strategy mixed with market insight, domain flipping can generate fairly substantial returns, making it both a profitable and engaging side hustle!

With the right effort, a successful domain flipping business has the potential to generate six-figure incomes annually.

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41 – Start a Podcast

Starting a podcast is a great side hustle because it offers you a creative outlet alongwith the opportunity to build a personal brand.

You only need minimal equipment to start. This includes things like a microphone and editing software. With these you can start producing episodes on topics you’re passionate about right away! Whether it’s storytelling, education, or niche interests, you will find an audience who enjoys listening to you.

Podcasts generate income through sponsorships, affiliate marketing, merchandise, and listener donations, making them a versatile way to earn.

While you can’t expect to make money instantly, sticking with it and being consistent is the best way to grow your brand and your audience, which in turn will grow your income! 

Platforms such as Spotify or Apple Podcasts make it easy to distribute your content and grow yourself an audience. While it will take time to gain traction, consistent, high-quality content can lead to long-term passive income and even open doors to other opportunities!

It’s a flexible, scalable side hustle option that fits well around daily life.

42 – Graphic Designer

If you’ve got a good eye, are creative, if you love designing logos, social media graphics, or website images, becoming a freelance graphic designer is a fantastic way to make extra money!

There are always people needing graphics and images created! With platforms like Canva, Adobe Illustrator, and Photoshop, you can create unique logos, banners and visuals – without the need for a big budget. 

Whether you sell custom designs, take on specific custom client projects, or even offer templates on Etsy or Shopify, designing graphics for brands and content creators can be a really fun way to earn if you’re good at it!

43 – Start a Consulting Business

This is a side hustle/business idea for those who have a more specialised skill set!

If you have expertise in a particular field you could start your own consulting business. No matter whether your skills and expertise are in marketing, business strategies, or even personal development, you can use your knowledge and make it into a profitable business!

People (including brands and companies) are always looking for expert guidance to help them solve and overcome problems and achieve their goals.

You can start off small by offering one-on-one coaching or consulting calls so you get comfortable and in the swing of things. After that you can then scale up by offering services such as group sessions, digital courses, or even mentorship programs.

You of course set your own rates, choose clients to work with that you enjoy, and build a business that fits into your current daily lifestyle.

A consulting business is an amazing way to make $100 in a day, and in time you can easily scale it up to a full time income stream!

44 – Review Websites and Apps

If you are open minded and you enjoy trying out new websites and apps, you can literally get paid to share your feedback! 

Platforms such as UserTesting and PlaytestCloud pay users to test websites and apps and provide honest opinions on how usable and functional they are!

Usually these tests take around 10-20 minutes and can pay anywhere from $5 to $60, depending on complexity and requirements.

This side hustle is perfect for anyone already enjoying games/websites and apps, requires no special skills, and can be done from home in your spare time.

Plus, if you’re consistent, you can earn a decent stream of extra income just by sharing your thoughts on apps, games and websites!

45 – Start a Pressure-Washing Business

If you prefer a more hands-on and outdoorsy side hustle, starting a pressure-washing business is a fairly low-cost, high-profit way to make money!

You will always find people who need driveways, sidewalks, decks, and buildings cleaned. This makes demand steady year-round!

With just a pressure washer and basic supplies, you can start small and scale up as you like. Plus jobs can pay $100+ per hour when you get good at it. This means you can quickly earn a good income, without needing too many jobs booked in. Perfect for those who want flexibility, independence, and great earning potential!

Of course just remember to get insurance!

46 – Make Money Doing Short Tasks / Micro Jobs

If you want a super quick way to earn money online, micro jobs are a great option!

Platforms like Amazon Mechanical Turk, Clickworker, and even Fiverr’s “quick gigs” section pay users for small, simple tasks! These are things such as data entry, AI training, transcription, surveys, website testing, and loads more.

Many of these tasks take just a few minutes to complete and don’t require special skills which is amazing as it makes them accessible to almost anyone!

While each task might only pay you a small amount, they can add up quickly! This is especially true if you dedicate time to completing multiple tasks daily. Some platforms also offer higher-paying jobs as you gain experience, allowing you to boost your earnings over time. Which is another win-win!

47 – Rent Out Your Car

Have you got an extra car that’s not getting much use? 

This could be a second vehicle or your main vehicle that you aren’t using currently.

Instead of letting it sit unused, consider renting it out through platforms such as HyreCar. These platforms make it easy to legally rent out your vehicle, whether you’re away or just don’t use it daily.

To start, check if your car meets the service’s requirements and you need to ensure your insurance covers car rentals.

Renting out your car through the right channels is an excellent way to turn an unused asset into steady, passive income!

You made it to the end! That deserves congrats in itself! That also already tells me you’re serious about changing your life. These 47 ideas aren’t just “quick cash hacks”… they can be real stepping stones to something so much bigger.

Whether your first $100 comes in tomorrow or in two weeks, it’s coming – if you stick with it. The key? Start. Start today. Take messy action. And keep showing up for the life you know you’re meant to have.

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Quick FAQ Section For Further Info

Q: What is the fastest way to make $100 a day?

A: It truly depends on your skills and what you enjoy doing really. Having said that, some of the fastest methods include freelance work, selling digital products, affiliate marketing, or offering services through platforms like Fiverr. These can be the quickest in terms of cash in your pocket or comission in your account. Some people even make $100+ a day flipping items or through print-on-demand if that’s what takes your fancy!

Q: Can you really make $100 a day online?

A: Absolutely! So many people do it daily! It takes effort, learning, and testing different ideas of course, but with consistency, making $100 a day (or more!) from home is totally achievable. A lot of the methods I talk about in this post are beginner-friendly and scalable over time. Some may take more learning but then you will have a solid skill set behind you too!

Q: How do I start a side hustle with no money?
A: You don’t need to invest upfront to start earning. I have a full post breakdown on why you DON’T need to invest money to make money online – check that out here! Options like affiliate marketing, offering digital services, starting a blog, or using platforms like Pinterest or TikTok can be started with little to no cost. They just require your time, effort, and creativity!

Q: What about taxes?

A: I’m not an expert so you will need to do your own research for this one. This will vary depending on what country you are in. If you’re in the UK for example, when you start making money it’s worth reading the official HMRC guidance on becoming a sole trader so you understand how taxes work and avoid surprises later lol. For US readers, the IRS has a clear Gig Economy Tax Center that explains what counts as taxable income and what doesn’t.

As you can see from all the options above, there are so many ways that you can make $100 in a day! Some will take more time than others but with time, determination and learning skills where needed, you can see how easily it can be done!

Which of these options to make $100 in a day appeals to you the most?

Do you already do any of the options I listed here?

Let me know in the comments!

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