Hey, I’ve just been featured on CNBC and I want to say hello to all of my new readers. You can read the CNBC article here – I made $40,000 a month from 3 income streams during a 4-month cruise around the world—here’s how If you are a new visitor – welcome to Making Sense…
Hey,
I’ve just been featured on CNBC and I want to say hello to all of my new readers.
You can read the CNBC article here – I made $40,000 a month from 3 income streams during a 4-month cruise around the world—here’s how
If you are a new visitor – welcome to Making Sense of Cents!
I have received many emails about how I was able to afford this trip. I have a free How To Start A Blog course that you can sign up for here. I also talk about this below and how I’ve been able to earn over $5,000,000 blogging over the years.
If you want to read more about my world cruise trip, I recommend reading Around-The-World Cruise With A Kid (25+ Countries In 4 Months!).
Here are some blog posts that you may find helpful and enjoy:
If you have any questions, please leave a comment below or send me an email.
Thanks for stopping by.
-Michelle Schroeder-Gardner
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In addition to reading the CNBC article linked above, I also want to talk about how I grew a blog that has earned me over $5,000,000. I know I will get a lot of questions, so I figured it’s best to lay it all out right here 🙂
What started as just a hobby turned into one of the most life-changing things I’ve ever done – that’s starting my blog, and learning how to make money with it.
Since learning how to monetize a blog over 10 years ago, I have now earned over $5,000,000 from my site. This is still hard for me to believe, and I’m the one who’s lived it!
In the beginning, all I was doing was tracking my own personal finance progress as I finished school and started paying off my student loans. Blogging was a very new concept to me at the time – I heard about it from a magazine – and people were just learning how to monetize blogs back in 2011.
Most bloggers started back then with display ads and sponsored posts, but the options have only increased.
Because of all of the new ways to make money blogging, like affiliate income and selling your own products, you can make somewhat passive income as a blogger.
Passive income is my favorite way to make money because it makes blogging even more flexible and something I can do as I work from home, travel, and work whenever I want.
Blogging has changed my life for the better, and I’m now earning thousands of dollars a month doing something I love.
Learning how to monetize a blog takes work and time, but it’s 100% possible to do. I started earning money after just six months of blogging, and I didn’t even set out to make money when I created Making Sense of Cents. Just think of the potential if you start out knowing that making money blogging is possible!
Starting my blog is one of the best things I’ve ever done for my work, personal, and financial life. And, I urge anyone who is interested to start a blog and learn how to monetize it.
How I earned my first income from blogging
Many of my readers have heard this story, but I love sharing it because I started out like many of you, except I had no idea that blogs could make money. When I started Making Sense in August of 2011, I simply wanted a way to keep track of my financial progress and meet others who had similar goals.
As I started getting to know other bloggers in the community, a blogger friend of mine connected me with an advertiser who was willing to pay me $100 for an advertisement.
I couldn’t believe someone would pay me $100 to advertise on my site!
While it wasn’t a lot of money, especially considering the amount of time and work I put towards my blog in those 6 months, it was very motivating to see that something I loved doing could actually make money.
After that first $100, I started doing a lot of research on how to monetize a blog, and my blogging income quickly grew from there.
One year after I started my blog, I was earning around $1,000 a month, and I was making around $10,000 monthly two years after I started Making Sense of Cents.
My income only continued to grow, and I am still earning a healthy income from this website today.
How To Start A Blog FREE Course
If you want to learn how to monetize a blog and you haven’t started your blog, then I recommend starting with my free blogging course How To Start A Blog FREE Course.
Here’s a quick outline of what you will learn in this free course:
Day 1: Reasons you should start a blog
Day 2: How to determine what to blog about
Day 3: How to create your blog – in this lesson, you will learn how to start a blog on WordPress, and my tutorial makes it very easy to start a blog
Day 4: How to monetize a blog – this is where you learn about the many different ways to make money blogging!
Day 5: My tips for earning passive income from your blog
Day 6: How to grow your traffic and followers
Day 7: Miscellaneous blogging tips that will help you be successful
This is delivered directly to your email inbox, and you will learn how to grow a blog from scratch.
Start with a plan for your blog
Sure, you can start on a whim, and that’s kind of what I did, haha.
But, I do think that creating a plan is a good idea if you want to learn how to monetize a blog. This can help you get an organized start, identify your blog’s niche, decide on your blogging goals, find opportunities for blogging income, and more.
It wasn’t until 2015 that I finally created a blogging plan (that’s 4 years after I started!), and my blog income grew significantly after that.
I credit that growth to creating a plan!
Having a plan would have been a huge help in the beginning, and I wish I would have started with one. I probably missed some income opportunities because I had no real plan or direction in the first couple of years.
Since creating a blogging plan, I became more focused on goals and motivated toward improving and building Making Sense of Cents.
Here are some questions that you may want to ask yourself when creating a plan for your blog:
What will you write about on your blog?
How do you want to make money with your blog?
What will you do to reach readers on your blog?
What are your goals for your blog?
Thinking about, researching, and answering these questions will help guide you on your journey and help you decide what to do next.
Write high-quality and engaging blog posts
Your blog’s content is extremely important. This will be what attracts your readers, has them coming back for more, earns you blogging income, and more.
Now, you don’t need to be an expert or need a degree to start talking about a subject, but you do need to be knowledgeable or interested in what you are talking about. And, always be truthful! This will show in your writing and actually help your readers.
To write high-quality content on your blog, here are some tips:
Figure out exactly what it is that you’d like to write about and why you think the content is important. Being passionate about a subject will give you the motivation to write content that people want to read. Just think about it: If you don’t enjoy writing your content, then why should you expect someone else to want to read it?
Ask your audience what they want you to write about. Many of my best ideas come from expanding on reader questions.
Research your blog topics by reading news articles, going to a library, searching for statistics and interesting facts, and more.
If your blog posts are more personal in nature, then dig deep and share your thoughts, and be personable in your writing – your readers want to hear your story!
Write long, helpful content. Sure, some great content may only be a few hundred words, but to be as helpful as possible, long content is usually the best. My content is usually over 2,000 words, and this article is around 5,000. Now, you don’t want to just write a lot of fluff content in order to get more words in – you want to actually be helpful!
Reread your content. I used to read my content 10 times or more before I would publish it. Now, I have an editor who makes sure I’m always publishing high-quality content.
Network, network, network
If you want to learn how to monetize a blog, then networking can be extremely helpful.
Networking can mean:
Making friends with other bloggers
Attending blogging conferences
Sharing content that other bloggers have written
Following other bloggers in your niche on social media
Signing up for other bloggers’ newsletters
Joining blogging groups on Facebook
Some bloggers don’t do any of these things and purely see other bloggers as competition. I don’t believe this is the correct way to approach blogging because you will hold yourself back immensely!
Networking is important because it can help you enjoy blogging (friends are nice to have, right?!), teach you new ideas (such as how to make money blogging or how to grow a blog), make valuable connections, and more.
Keep in mind that networking is even how I earned my very first $100 blogging. My blogging friend connected me with an advertiser, which helped changed my blogging journey.
I have learned a lot about blogging from the blogging community, and the people I’ve connected with have been a tremendous support as I’ve grown my blog.
Be prepared to put in a lot of hard work
Starting a blog is relatively easy. But, growing and learning how to monetize a blog takes a lot of work.
You’ll have to:
Start a blog, design it, create social media accounts, and more
Write high-quality blog posts
Attract an audience of readers
Monetize your blog
Continue learning about blogging
And more
Even when I was just a new blogger and had no plans of making money blogging, I was still spending well over 10 hours a week on Making Sense of Cents.
When I was working my full-time day job and earning an income from my blog, I was working around 40-50 hours a week on my blog on top of my day job!
Now that I blog full-time, my hours vary. Some months I hardly work, and there are other months that I may work 100 hours a week.
It’s not easy, and there’s always something that needs to be done.
But, I absolutely love blogging, which makes the hard work a little less tough.
How to monetize a blog: 4 different ways
There are many different ways you can monetize your blog, including:
Affiliate marketing
Advertisements and sponsorships
Display advertising
Create your own product, such as an ebook, course, physical or online products, and more
You could choose to monetize your blog using all of these methods, or even just one. It’s just a personal decision.
For me, I like to be diversified and monetize in many ways, so I do them all.
Below, I am going to dive a little deeper into each way to make money blogging.
1. Affiliate marketing
Affiliate marketing can be a great way to make money blogging because if there is a product or company that you enjoy, all you have to do is review the product and share a unique affiliate link where your readers can sign up or make a purchase.
In fact, this is my favorite way to monetize a blog. I enjoy it because it can be quite passive – I can create just one blog post and potentially earn an income from it years later. This is because even though a blog post may be older, I am still constantly driving traffic to it and readers are still purchasing through my affiliate links.
Affiliate marketing is a blog monetization method where you share a link to a product or company with your readers in an attempt to make an income from followers purchasing the product through your link.
Here are some quick tips so that you can make affiliate income on your blog:
Use the Pretty Link plugin tocleanupmessy-lookingaffiliatelinks. I use this for nearly all of my affiliate links because something like “makingsenseofcents.com/bluehost” looks much better than the long, crazy-looking links that affiliate programs usually give you.
Provide real reviews. You should always be honest with your reviews. If there is something you don’t like about a product, either don’t review the product at all or mention the negatives in your review.
Ask for a commission increase. If you are doing well with a particular affiliate program, ask to increase your commissions.
Build a relationship with your affiliate manager. Your affiliate manager can supply your readers with valuable coupons, commission increases, bonuses, and more.
Write tutorials. Readers want to know how they can use a product. Showing them how to use it, how it can benefit them, and more are all very helpful.
Don’t go overboard. There is no need to include an affiliate link 1,000 times in a blog post. Include them at the beginning, middle, and end, and readers will notice it. Perhaps bold it or find another way for it to stand out as well.
You can learn more about affiliate marketing strategies in my course Making Sense of Affiliate Marketing.
2. Advertisements and sponsorships
Advertising on a blog is one of the first ways that bloggers learn how to monetize a blog. In fact, it’s exactly how I started!
This form of blogging income is when you directly partner with a company and advertise for them on your website or social media accounts.
You may be writing a review for them, a tutorial, talking about their product or company, taking pictures, and so on.
If you want to learn how to increase your advertising-income, I recommend taking my Making Sense of Sponsored Posts course.
3. Display advertising
Display advertising is one of the easiest ways to make money blogging, but it most likely won’t earn you the most, especially in the beginning.
I’m sure you’ve seen display ads before. They may be on the sidebar, at the top of a post, within a blog post, and so on.
The ads are automatically added when you join an advertising network, and you do not need to manually add these ads to your blog.
Your display advertising income increases or decreases almost entirely based on your page views, and once you place the advertisement, there’s no direct work to be done.
If you want to learn how to monetize a blog through display advertising, then some popular networks include Adsense, MediaVine, and AdThrive.
Personally, I use AdThrive for my display advertising network. I don’t have many display advertisements on my blog, but it is easy income.
4. Sell your own products
Another popular way to monetize a blog is to create a sell your own products.
This could be an online product, something that you ship, and so on, such as:
An online course
A coaching program
An eBook
Printables
Memberships
Clothing, candles, artwork, hard copy books, and anything else you can think of
And the list goes on and on. I have seen bloggers be very successful in selling all kinds of things on their blogs.
What’s great about selling your own product is that you are in complete control of what you are selling, and your income is virtually unlimited in many cases.
I launched my first product about 5 years after I created Making Sense of Cents, which was a blogging course called Making Sense of Affiliate Marketing. I regret not creating something sooner because this has been an excellent source of income and has helped many people along the way.
Have an email list
If you really want to learn how to monetize a blog, I recommend that you start an email list from the very beginning.
I waited several years to start my email list, and that was a huge mistake!
Here’s why you need an email list right away:
Your newsletter is YOURS. Unlike social media sites, your newsletter and email subscribers are all yours, and you have their undivided attention. You don’t have to worry about algorithms not displaying your content to readers, and this is because they are your email subscribers. You aren’t fighting with anyone else to have them see your content.
The money is in your email list. I believe that email newsletters are the best way to promote an affiliate product. Your email subscribers signed up to hear what YOU have to write about, so you clearly have their full attention. Your email list, over any other promotional strategy, will almost always lead to more income and sales.
Your email subscribers are loyal to you. If someone is allowing you to show up in their inbox whenever you want, then they probably trust what you have to say and enjoy listening to you. This is a great way to grow an audience and a loyal one at that.
Email is a great way to deliver other forms of content. With Convertkit, I am able to easily create free email courses that are automatically sent to my subscribers. Once a reader signs up, Convertkit sends out all the information they need in whatever time frame I choose to deliver the content.
Attract readers
As a new blogger, you’ll want to find ways to attract a readership to your blog and your article.
No, you don’t need millions and millions of page views to earn a good living from blogging. In fact, I know some bloggers who receive 1,000,000 page views yet make less money than those with 100,000 monthly page views.
Every website is different, but once you learn what your audience wants, you can start to really make money blogging, regardless of how many page views you receive.
Having a successful blog is all about having a loyal audience and helping them with your content.
Even with all of that being said, if you want to learn how to monetize a blog, learning how to improve your traffic is valuable. The more loyal and engaged followers you have, the more money you may be able to make through your blog.
There are many ways to grow your readership, such as:
Write high-quality articles. Your blog posts should always be high-quality and helpful, and it means readers will want to come back for more.
Find social media sites to be active on. There are many social media platforms you can be active on, such as Pinterest, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, Youtube, and others.
Regularly share new posts. For most blogs, you should publish content at least once a week. Readers may forget about you if you go for weeks or months at a time without a blog post.
Guest post. Guest posting is a great way to reach a new audience, as it can bring new readers to your blog who will potentially subscribe to it.
Make sure it’s easy to share your content. I love sharing posts on social media. However, it gets frustrating when some blogs make it more difficult than it needs to be. You should always make sure it’s easy for readers to share your content, which means your social media icons should be easy to find, all of the info input and ready for sharing (title, link, and your username tagged), and so on. Also, you should make sure that when someone clicks on one of your sharing icons the title isn’t in CAPS (I’ve seen this too many times!).
Write better titles. The title of your post can either bring readers to you or deter them from clicking over. A great free tool to write better headlines is CoSchedule’s Headline tool.
Apply SEO strategies. SEO (search engine optimization) is not something I can teach in this small section, but I go over it below in another section.
Have a clean and user-friendly blog design. If you want more page views, you should make it as easy as possible for readers to navigate your blog. It should be easy for readers to find your blog homepage, search bar, blog posts, and so on.
Now, I also want to talk about helpful resources, courses, and more that can help you to learn how to grow your page views on your blog.
Below are some of my favorite blogging resources to help you improve your traffic:
Grow through SEO
SEO (search engine optimization) is how you get organic search traffic to your blog.
When you search a phrase on Google, you’ll see a bunch of different websites as the results. This is the result of these websites applying SEO strategies to their blog.
This is a great way for readers to find your blog, and SEO is important to pay attention to as you learn how to monetize a blog!
Below are some of my favorite SEO resources:
Stupid Simple SEO: This is my favorite overall SEO course, and one of the most popular for bloggers. I highly recommend taking it. I have gone through the whole course, and I constantly refer back to it.
Easy On-Page SEO: This is an easy-to-follow approach to learning on-page SEO so your articles can rank on Google. I have read this ebook twice, and it is super helpful.
Easy Backlinks for SEO: This ebook will show you 31 different ways to build backlinks, which are needed for SEO.
How To Get 50,000 Pageviews per Month With Keyword Research: This ebook shares the steps for keyword research so that you can get SEO traffic to your website.
Common questions about how to monetize a blog
Below, I’m going to answer some questions I’ve received about how to start a blog such as:
How many views do you need to monetize a blog?
How do beginner bloggers make money?
Why do bloggers fail?
How many posts should I have before I launch my blog?
How many times a week should I post on my blog?
How many views do you need to monetize a blog?
The amount of page views needed to make money blogging varies, and there is no magic number that you should be aiming for.
This is because it depends on so many factors, such as how you will monetize your blog, your niche, the number of email subscribers you have, the quality of your website, and more.
You may see success with 10,000 page views a month, or you may see success with over 100,000 page views a month. It simply depends on the factors above.
How do beginner bloggers make money?
Beginner bloggers can make money in many different ways, such as display advertising, affiliate marketing, creating their own products, and sponsorships.
You can start any of these right from the very beginning.
Display advertising is usually the easiest way to begin monetizing a blog, but the payoff is not very high, especially in the beginning when your page views are not high.
How many posts should I have before I launch my blog?
I recommend just launching your blog as soon as you have one blog post and a design. Building a huge backlog of blog posts isn’t usually needed, and it can prevent you from ever getting started!
How many times a week should I post on my blog?
The more blog posts you have, then the more traffic you may get. That’s because it’s more opportunities to show up in Google searches or share your posts on social media.
I recommend publishing a new blog post at least once a week. Anything less isn’t advised.
Publishing blog posts consistently is smart because readers know to expect regular content from you.
Why do bloggers fail?
Bloggers fail for many different reasons. These reasons may include:
Giving up too soon. It takes time to make money blogging, and sadly, many people give up just a few months into starting a blog.
Not publishing consistently. I recommend publishing content at least once a week, as described in the previous section. Some new bloggers may go months without publishing, and this will take them much longer to make money blogging as they are simply not dedicating enough time to their blog.
Not spending enough time learning about blogging. Blogging is not as easy as you may think. There is a lot to learn in order to make it work. You may need to learn about how to grow your blog’s traffic, how to monetize a blog, how to write high-quality content, and more.
Not having your own domain and self-hosting. If you want to make money blogging, I highly recommend owning your domain name and being self-hosted. The longer you put this easy step off, the longer it will most likely take for you to make money blogging. You can learn more at How To Start a WordPress Blog.
And much more. Blogging is like any business – there are things to learn, things to improve on, and more.
How do I start a blog?
If you have any other questions related to starting a blog, I recommend checking out What Is A Blog, How Do Blogs Make Money, & More. In this article, I answer more questions related to blogging such as:
How do I come up with a blog name?
What blogs make the most money?
How do you design a blog?
How many views do you need to make money blogging?
How many blog posts should I have before launching?
Finding a hotel can sometimes cause sensory overload — the sheer number of online travel agencies and hotel websites to check is enough to put anyone in freeze mode. If only there was a single site to help you navigate an infinite maze of hotel rooms.
Enter Trivago, a metasearch engine that compares lodging options to help you find the right hotel for your stay and save money in the process. Perhaps it also can help you calm your senses while vacation planning. Here’s the scoop on Trivago.
How does Trivago work?
Trivago is not a booking site, but instead, it is a price comparison site that is available in more than 50 countries. It shows hotel prices for more than 5 million properties — from multiple booking platforms, including online travel agencies (OTAs), hotel chains and independent hotels — in one place.
Trivago’s search engine is capable of pulling up prices for the same hotel from hundreds of websites, including Booking.com, Expedia, Hotels.com, Vrbo, Trip.com and Priceline. Once you find a deal you like, Trivago transfers you to the booking site offering that rate to complete the booking process.
🤓Nerdy Tip
The websites Trivago refers to have been vetted, which means you won’t find any illegitimate or fraudulent websites that phish for your personal information or credit card numbers.
Keep in mind that Trivago searches hotel prices only and can’t search for other trip components, such as flights or rental cars.
The Trivago hotel rates you see are updated often so that you see the current prices, minus taxes and fees. However, in some rare cases, the offer you find on Trivago might be higher on the corresponding booking site itself.
How to search for accommodations through Trivago
You can start your Trivago hotel search on Trivago.com by entering a city, a landmark or a specific property you have in mind. Specify your travel dates, the number of rooms and guests, and click “Search.”
Because you’re going to see a plethora of properties, it’s best to apply filters to narrow your search.
First of all, you can set a price range per night or for the total number of nights.
Then, you can apply more filters, such as a hotel’s star rating, and check the boxes with the amenities that are important to you, including free cancellation, a gym, breakfast included, a pool, parking and pet-friendly, to name several possibilities.
Guest ratings are important — you don’t want to stay at a property with bad reviews. The next filter lets you eliminate accommodations with poor ratings.
Say you don’t want to go lower than an 8 out of 10. Then check a box with a “Very good” guest rating. Won’t settle for anything lower than an 8.5? Then click “Excellent,” and Trivago will filter out properties with subpar reviews.
Next up is property type. Whether you prefer staying at a hotel, guesthouse, bed and breakfast, hostel or apartment, you can select the property type you’re looking for and eliminate the ones that don’t interest you.
Location is an important factor affecting your hotel search. If you’re looking for a place in a certain neighborhood or even near a specific address, you can select or enter it as well.
Finally, sort the search results by the following priorities:
Trivago’s recommendations.
Guest ratings.
You also can sort by multiple priorities, such as “Price and recommended” or “Rating and recommended.”
Trivago’s recommendations feature is based on an algorithm that takes into account “the offer’s price, its general attractiveness and the accuracy of the rates provided to us by the booking sites.”
Keep in mind that unless you’re looking at Trivago Book & Go, the booking process goes through whatever booking platform you choose, whether it’s an OTA or directly with a hotel.
🤓Nerdy Tip
The initial rate you see doesn’t include taxes and fees. You’ll be able to see the final room rate on the booking site of choice.
What is Trivago Book & Go?
With Trivago Book & Go service, you can make a hotel reservation with the accommodation provider. In this case, the platform acts as a facilitator, connecting you with a partnering travel agency. This allows you to book Trivago hotel deals directly with the partner.
Of course, Trivago charges the partner site a fee for the reservations you make through the Book & Go page.
How to find Trivago hotel deals
Apply filters
Trivago’s ability to search hundreds of websites is a good thing and a bad thing at the same time. Having access to that many options can be overwhelming to sift through.
Trivago has several filters that can help you find the best hotel deal possible. Examples include price, accommodation type and ratings. The more filters you apply to your search, the more tailored your results will be.
Having said that, if you’re finding too few hotels once the filters are applied, especially if you’re searching in an area with fewer accommodation options, consider expanding your search by opening up some of the search criteria.
Use the interactive map
If you click on “View map” in your Trivago search results, you can find hotels based primarily on their physical location. The map shows each property’s location and nightly price, and you can zoom in and out to focus on one specific area or expand your search to multiple neighborhoods in either direction of your preferred location.
When you hover your cursor over a price, more information about a hotel will appear, including its guest rating, the number of reviews and the website with the best deal.
Check for promo codes or other discounts
Once you find a hotel on Trivago, we recommend checking how you could lower the price you see even further. Some accommodation providers offer AAA, AARP and military rates to members.
Additionally, you might be able to find a promo code for select websites, such as Orbitz or Hotels.com. Finally, ask around to see if anyone you know works for a hotel chain and can get you a friends and family discount.
Trivago hotel deals, recapped
If searching for a place to stay is giving your brain more information than it can process, give online resource Trivago a try.
The metasearch engine helps you filter out the noise and find hotel deals in one place. Use the map feature to zone in on a preferred location and scroll until you find the best lodging option for you and your travel companions.
How to maximize your rewards
You want a travel credit card that prioritizes what’s important to you. Here are our picks for the best travel credit cards of 2024, including those best for:
Savvy frequent flyers know that having an arsenal of tools at their disposal when planning travel or while on the road is key to a stress-free experience. ExpertFlyer is a website that offers an array of tools and information that can help travel run smoothly, from finding available award seats to flight tracking and seat maps.
Here’s an overview of what you can expect when using ExpertFlyer and what’s available to those who purchase the full premium access version.
What is ExpertFlyer?
ExpertFlyer is a website with free, paid and premium paid subscriptions that allows travelers to search for frequent flyer award and upgrade space, determine how full flights are, track flight status and delays, review seat maps, and check visa and travel requirements for various destinations.
It can also help travelers to:
Check flight status, timetables and on-time information.
Review seat maps for all types of aircraft.
Create and save alerts for specific flights, seats, schedules or aircraft changes.
Save search queries for future use.
The site relies on global distribution systems (these are what travel advisors, websites like Google Flights and Kayak and airline reservations systems use) to provide data — although some airlines block ExpertFlyer from accessing it.
Finding availability for frequent flyer awards and upgrades
While ExpertFlyer doesn’t have access to every airline’s award space, it does show availability for awards and upgrades made available by that airline’s own award program. These same awards are not always made available to partner programs, but it is helpful to know in case you want to transfer points from other credit card or hotel loyalty programs.
Many elite status members receive upgrade certificates they can use, and while some airlines list upgrade availability on their website, ExpertFlyer can be used for those that don’t.
Currently, ExpertFlyer provides access to the following airlines for award and/or upgrade space. Note that some of these airlines display award space for one cabin only, like economy class.
Available airlines:
Aegean Airlines.
Aer Lingus.
Air Canada.
Air Europa.
Air France.
Air Malta.
Air Mauritius.
Air New Zealand.
Air Serbia.
Air Seychelles.
Air Tahiti Nui.
Alaska Airlines.
American Airlines.
British Airways.
Canadian North.
China Southern Airlines.
CSA Czech Airlines.
Hainan Airlines.
Hawaiian Airlines.
JetBlue Airways.
Kenya Airways.
Korean Air.
Kuwait Airways.
Martinair.
Philippine Airlines.
Shanghai Airlines.
Turkish Airlines.
Xiamen Air.
How to search for award and upgrade availability on ExpertFlyer
Using the search engine is simple. Select the airline you want to search, your dates of travel and departure and destination airports. The drop down menu will show you the availability that the website can access for that carrier.
The results show availability for each selected category, with the ability to check multiple flight and date options. Armed with this information, you can then contact the airline directly to make an award booking or try to redeem miles online.
In the above example on a search for a KLM flight from New York-John F. Kennedy to Amsterdam, you can use Delta SkyMiles or Air France/KLM FlyingBlue points to book a business or economy award seat on these flights. You could also use a Delta Global Upgrade certificate on the first two options.
If the search comes up with no results, you can click the exclamation point icon to set an alert to notify you if space becomes available. Just remember that KLM (like other airlines) may make certain award space available to its members, but not to partner carriers. So you’ll want to check the frequent flyer program’s website to determine the exact cost in miles.
Understanding the nuances of each fare class code can be helpful, but often, clicking the small question mark symbol next to a code (like in the KLM example above) will help explain what that availability means.
If you want more details, there’s a fare class guide for many airlines on ExpertFlyer. The below example shows the class codes for different American Airlines fares. Other reference guides available on ExpertFlyer include codes for airports, airlines, meals and aircraft equipment.
If you’re making a connection, you’ll want to consider how you search. Looking segment by segment may not reveal the same award or upgrade availability as searching from origin to destination point.
Each airline is different in this practice, which is referred to as “married segments.” For example, an award flight may be available from New York to Amsterdam and from Amsterdam to Madrid, but not from New York to Madrid (even on the same airlines).
Flight availability
If you want to see how full your flight is, the airline’s own seat map isn’t always a reliable resource. This is because not everyone selects seats in advance or wants to pay for one. Using ExpertFlyer can tell you if the flight is full or still has seats for sale.
You simply enter the flight information you are searching for (departure and arrival city plus flight date). The results will pull up all the flights on all airlines that appear in ExpertFlyer’s database, like the example below.
There are numerous fare buckets for each flight representing different fares and restrictions. If you see a zero after a fare type, this means it’s sold out. In the above example, a search for flights from New York-John F. Kennedy to Amsterdam shows the different fares for sale. Most fares are still available (translation: these flights are not completely full).
In the case of the last flight above (Delta 48), there are only four seats left in business class for sale (J refers to full-fare business class). If you see zeros across the board, the flight is full. It may even be oversold, and if you want to try and volunteer your seat for compensation, get to the gate early. You may get rewarded for changing to another flight.
This information can also be helpful if you have a delayed or canceled flight and want to search for availability on an alternative flight. Checking this information in real time can help immensely, especially if there are only a few seats left up for grabs.
Flight schedules
If you’re looking to see which flights are available between a given city pair, from a particular airport or to a particular airport on any given day, ExpertFlyer can provide this information. You can also see how many flights operate between two city pairs on any day.
Below is an example of the flights departing Piedmont Triad airport in North Carolina on the morning of Oct. 21 within the first hour of the day. This information can help you determine which flight options are available.
It can also be helpful to see if a particular airline flies to your destination and if you can use miles on your preferred carrier.
To narrow the search results, you can filter to display only the airlines you want (and also leave out codeshare flights).
Flight status
If you’re curious about the flight status of your trip, ExpertFlyer can provide timely updates. For example, if there’s a delay, you can often find information about the reason for the delay (not all airlines are transparent about this information). The site also gives estimated departure times.
In the above example, a flight from Chicago-O’Hare to Eagle Vail airport in Colorado was delayed just over two hours due to aircraft maintenance. In the “Comments” section, you can see the plane left the gate at 12:11 p.m. (out), took off at 12:22 p.m. (off) and arrived at 1:51 p.m. (in).
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This level of detail can be very helpful if gate agents aren’t forthcoming with information or you’re picking up someone from the airport.
Another helpful benefit is seeing real-time TSA security checkpoint times for the departure airport. The example below shares real-time checkpoint information for Atlanta airport.
Flight details
Similarly, you can learn more about a particular flight such as aircraft type, total distance flown and if there’s meal service on board.
When you click on the letter B under the first flight in the example, it indicates that first class receives breakfast. The V next to it means food for sale.
Seat map and seat alerts
The ExpertFlyer seatmap is updated in real time as it reflects the global distribution system. The map is a good resource for knowing which seats are available, for sale, blocked or open to assign.
If you’re standing at the gate and wondering if there are any empty seats you can move to at the last minute, you’ll be able to determine this using the seat map tool.
In the above example of a Delta flight, there are eight seats available to assign in the premium cabin. If you prefer to reserve one of the previously assigned seats, you can set an alert to receive an email if it becomes available.
This can be especially helpful for full flights where you want seats together with a companion or want a particular seat.
Fare and travel information
The fare information section provides details on the fare rules for each of the different fares available on a particular flight. This is the same information that airlines or travel advisors use when providing details on cancellation or change policies and other restrictions on a ticket.
The travel information section allows you to look up what visa, passport or travel requirements are in place for visiting or transiting through particular countries.
The example below shows instructions for passengers departing the U.S. and traveling to Algeria via France. It explains that you will need a passport with a minimum of six months validity from the arrival date as well as a visa. Visas on arrival are only available for travelers to specific destinations within the country, along with certain restrictions.
As visa requirements can change quite often, this is a useful tool for frequent international travelers.
You can also find details on historical wait times for security or how often a particular flight is delayed. The minimum connection time tool also indicates how much time you should allow between particular flights in each airport. This can come in handy if you’re booking separate reservations (instead of booking all your flights in one ticket) to save money.
How much does ExpertFlyer cost?
ExpertFlyer has a pricing model with three tiers.
Free and a la carte. There’s a free membership that includes access to ExpertFlyer seat maps and the ability to set alerts for preferred seat changes. One alert at a time is allowed for free, with additional seat alerts available for $0.99 each.
Basic tier. A basic membership costs $4.99 per month and allows 250 monthly searches for awards along with access to Expert Flyer seat maps, seat alerts, flight schedules and travel information.
Premium tier. The highest-level membership costs $99.99 annually or $9.99 per month. This service provides access to all of the site’s functionality mentioned above, including unlimited search queries. It also adds extra benefits such as mobile access and the ability to create alerts for aircraft changes or flight availability. You can also do flexible date searches for as many as three days before or after a particular travel date.
Is ExpertFlyer worth it?
If you travel frequently, ExpertFlyer is a useful tool to have. Being in control of your travel reservations, especially when there are disruptions or you’re looking to use miles and upgrades on the best flights, means that ExpertFlyer can be a frequent flyer’s best friend. That said, if you only travel a few times a year, the free or basic version may be a better option.
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Investors can look at a company’s price to earnings ratio, among many other metrics, to help determine if a stock is a worthy investment. This figure gives an investor a quick read on how much a stock costs compared to that company’s profitability — the earnings.
However, the price to earnings ratio alone does not tell investors everything they need to know about a stock and whether it is a sound investment. But the price to earnings ratio is a helpful tool available for all investors when analyzing stocks.
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What Is the Price to Earnings Ratio?
The price to earnings ratio (sometimes written as the P/E ratio, PER, or P/E) is a ratio of a company’s current share price relative to the company’s earnings per share (EPS). This ratio provides investors with an understanding of how the market feels about a company (stock price) compared to the company’s profitability (EPS).
One of the main benefits of the P/E ratio is that it gives investors and analysts a way to compare different companies on a more level playing field. The stock price or earnings alone may not be adequate to compare investments, but the P/E ratio can be used to compare the valuations of companies in similar sectors. 💡 Quick Tip: When you’re actively investing in stocks, it’s important to ask what types of fees you might have to pay. For example, brokers may charge a flat fee for trading stocks, or require some commission for every trade. Taking the time to manage investment costs can be beneficial over the long term.
P/E Ratio Formula
The formula for calculating price-to-earnings is fairly simple:
Price to Earnings Ratio = Current Stock Price ÷ Earnings per Share
The price to earnings ratio is calculated by dividing a company’s current stock price (P) by the company’s earnings per share (E).
An investor can find the company’s current share price by looking up the stock’s ticker symbol on any search engine or financial website.
The EPS of a company can also be found on a financial website, but investors should be aware that there are different ways to calculate this figure.
Generally, the EPS is calculated by using a company’s earnings over the previous year, usually called the trailing 12 months (TTM). It is also possible to calculate EPS using the earnings guidance that a company provides in its quarterly earnings release. These are called forward earnings or forward-looking earnings.
These different versions of EPS determine the trailing and forward P/E, respectively.
If a company has yet to report earnings or is reporting losses, then its P/E ratio will be N/A, or not applicable.
Recommended: The Ultimate List of Financial Ratios
Examples of P/E Ratio Calculation
Company XYZ has a current stock price of $10 per share. The company’s earnings per share was $2 for the previous twelve months. In this example, Company XYZ would have a P/E ratio of 5, which is $10 per share divided by $2 per share.
$10 per share ÷ $2 per share = 5 P/E
With the data related to earnings and stock prices, an investor can calculate P/E with relative ease.
Interpreting the Results of P/E Ratio
Being able to calculate P/E ratio is one thing – being able to interpret it and put it to use as a part of an investment strategy is another.
What is a Good P/E Ratio?
There is no “good” P/E ratio, and the current P/E ratio of a company doesn’t provide much information alone. In the examples above, a high or low P/E ratio does not necessarily make one stock a more attractive investment over the other.
To determine if a P/E ratio suggests a good investment opportunity, an investor should compare it to similar stocks, the overall market, or a company’s past performance.
High P/E Ratio
If the current P/E ratio of a company is high relative to its past P/E ratio or compared to similar companies, it could be an indication that the stock is overvalued. An overvalued stock could mean that investor exuberance boosts the stock price, especially if earnings remain low, thereby representing poor value.
However, a high P/E ratio may indicate widespread investor confidence in a company’s position to grow and expand. This high ratio can indicate a growth stock, where investors believe the company’s future earnings will be higher than current profitability.
Low P/E Ratio
If the current P/E ratio of a company is low, it could indicate that the company’s stock is underpriced and represents a good value. Some analysts believe that stocks with relatively low P/E ratios present buying opportunities, allowing investors to purchase an undervalued stock that still has strong earnings. Investors seeking out these value investments expect a potential for share price growth.
On the other hand, the low P/E ratio may also indicate that investors are actively selling shares and driving the price down. Such a wide-scale selloff would suggest that investors are losing confidence in the stock, and a low P/E is an alarm.
Recommended: How to Evaluate a Stock Before You Buy
Types of P/E Ratios
There are two main P/E ratios: the trailing P/E and the forward P/E. These ratios use different measures of EPS depending on whether an analyst is interested in the past performance of a company (trailing P/E) or the future earnings of a company (forward P/E).
Trailing P/E
The trailing P/E relies on examining the past performance of a stock. It is calculated by dividing the current share price by the earnings per share over the past 12 months (TTM). Some analysts prefer the trailing P/E because it’s based on actual earnings performance rather than guidance that a company may provide.
However, the trailing P/E may be a misleading indicator because a company’s past earnings performance doesn’t necessarily predict future results. Investors want to put their money where they expect future earnings power, not the past.
Forward P/E
The forward P/E uses future earnings guidance rather than a company’s previous earnings. This forward-looking ratio can be helpful because investment decisions are generally better made based on future expectations than past results.
But this doesn’t mean the forward P/E is a flawless indicator. The forward P/E can be problematic because companies may miscalculate earnings expectations, and external analysts may miss on earnings forecasts for a company.
P/E Ratio Comparison
Though popular, the price to earnings ratio is just one of many indicators that investors use when analyzing stocks.
P/E Ratio vs P/S Ratio
The price-to-sales ratio (P/S ratio) is calculated by dividing a company’s current stock price by the company’s revenue per share. Another way to determine the P/S ratio is by dividing the company’s market capitalization by the company’s total revenue. So, while the P/E ratio looks at a company’s bottom line, the P/S ratio is concerned with a company’s top line.
The P/S ratio provides an alternative to the P/E ratio that can be useful when analyzing companies that are young and yet to make a profit. When a company shows negative earnings, they do not have a P/E ratio. The P/S ratio fills that void.
In general, a lower P/S ratio suggests that a company is a more attractive investment.
P/E Ratio vs EPS
Earnings per share (EPS) is the denominator of the P/E ratio equation. EPS is the bottom line of a company, indicating its profitability. It is calculated by dividing a company’s net profit by the number of its common shares. By looking at a company’s EPS over time, an investor can see how the company’s profitability is changing.
Though the EPS metric is good for comparing a company’s profits over time, it can also be misleading when a company repurchases or issues new stock. Those moves could raise or lower the EPS, respectively, even if the net income stays the same.
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Pros and Cons of Using P/E Ratio
As mentioned above, there are benefits and drawbacks to using the P/E ratio to evaluate stocks. Here are some of the pros and cons of using the P/E ratio.
Pros and Cons of Using P/E Ratio
Pros
Cons
Easy to calculate
Based on earnings from the past, or potentially misleading forecasts
Widely used by investors and analysts
Can be manipulated with share buybacks
Helps investors compare stocks
Can’t be used for companies that have no net income
Can indicate undervalued and overvalued stocks
Doesn’t factor in other financial metrics, like debt
The Takeaway
The P/E ratio is a useful metric for investors when evaluating stocks. The ratio can help an investor wrap their heads around the value of a stock and how it compares to similar companies. However, the metric is just a starting point, and investors shouldn’t make decisions based on a stock’s P/E ratio alone.
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FAQ
What does PE ratio tell you?
P/E ratio tells investors how a company’s revenue relates to its share price, and can be used as an indicator that a stock is either over or undervalued.
What does a PE ratio of 10 mean?
A P/E ratio of 10 means that a stock is trading at ten times the company’s annual profits.
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A P/E ratio of 20 means that a stock is trading at 20 times the company’s annual profits.
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Hey, I’ve just been featured on CNBC and I want to say hello to all of my new readers. You can read the CNBC article here – 34-year-old mom dropped $50,000 to cruise the world with her family: ‘It was some of the best money I ever spent’ If you are a new visitor –…
Hey,
I’ve just been featured on CNBC and I want to say hello to all of my new readers.
You can read the CNBC article here – 34-year-old mom dropped $50,000 to cruise the world with her family: ‘It was some of the best money I ever spent’
If you are a new visitor – welcome to Making Sense of Cents!
I have received many emails about how I was able to afford this trip. I have a free How To Start A Blog course that you can sign up for here. I also talk about this below and how I’ve been able to earn over $5,000,000 blogging over the years.
If you want to read more about my world cruise trip, I recommend reading Around-The-World Cruise With A Kid (25+ Countries In 4 Months!).
Here are some blog posts that you may find helpful and enjoy:
If you have any questions, please leave a comment below or send me an email.
Thanks for stopping by.
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In addition to reading the CNBC article linked above, I also want to talk about how I grew a blog that has earned me over $5,000,000. I know I will get a lot of questions, so I figured it’s best to lay it all out right here 🙂
What started as just a hobby turned into one of the most life-changing things I’ve ever done – that’s starting my blog, and learning how to make money with it.
Since learning how to monetize a blog over 10 years ago, I have now earned over $5,000,000 from my site. This is still hard for me to believe, and I’m the one who’s lived it!
In the beginning, all I was doing was tracking my own personal finance progress as I finished school and started paying off my student loans. Blogging was a very new concept to me at the time – I heard about it from a magazine – and people were just learning how to monetize blogs back in 2011.
Most bloggers started back then with display ads and sponsored posts, but the options have only increased.
Because of all of the new ways to make money blogging, like affiliate income and selling your own products, you can make somewhat passive income as a blogger.
Passive income is my favorite way to make money because it makes blogging even more flexible and something I can do as I work from home, travel, and work whenever I want.
Blogging has changed my life for the better, and I’m now earning thousands of dollars a month doing something I love.
Learning how to monetize a blog takes work and time, but it’s 100% possible to do. I started earning money after just six months of blogging, and I didn’t even set out to make money when I created Making Sense of Cents. Just think of the potential if you start out knowing that making money blogging is possible!
Starting my blog is one of the best things I’ve ever done for my work, personal, and financial life. And, I urge anyone who is interested to start a blog and learn how to monetize it.
How I earned my first income from blogging
Many of my readers have heard this story, but I love sharing it because I started out like many of you, except I had no idea that blogs could make money. When I started Making Sense in August of 2011, I simply wanted a way to keep track of my financial progress and meet others who had similar goals.
As I started getting to know other bloggers in the community, a blogger friend of mine connected me with an advertiser who was willing to pay me $100 for an advertisement.
I couldn’t believe someone would pay me $100 to advertise on my site!
While it wasn’t a lot of money, especially considering the amount of time and work I put towards my blog in those 6 months, it was very motivating to see that something I loved doing could actually make money.
After that first $100, I started doing a lot of research on how to monetize a blog, and my blogging income quickly grew from there.
One year after I started my blog, I was earning around $1,000 a month, and I was making around $10,000 monthly two years after I started Making Sense of Cents.
My income only continued to grow, and I am still earning a healthy income from this website today.
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Day 1: Reasons you should start a blog
Day 2: How to determine what to blog about
Day 3: How to create your blog – in this lesson, you will learn how to start a blog on WordPress, and my tutorial makes it very easy to start a blog
Day 4: How to monetize a blog – this is where you learn about the many different ways to make money blogging!
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Day 6: How to grow your traffic and followers
Day 7: Miscellaneous blogging tips that will help you be successful
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Start with a plan for your blog
Sure, you can start on a whim, and that’s kind of what I did, haha.
But, I do think that creating a plan is a good idea if you want to learn how to monetize a blog. This can help you get an organized start, identify your blog’s niche, decide on your blogging goals, find opportunities for blogging income, and more.
It wasn’t until 2015 that I finally created a blogging plan (that’s 4 years after I started!), and my blog income grew significantly after that.
I credit that growth to creating a plan!
Having a plan would have been a huge help in the beginning, and I wish I would have started with one. I probably missed some income opportunities because I had no real plan or direction in the first couple of years.
Since creating a blogging plan, I became more focused on goals and motivated toward improving and building Making Sense of Cents.
Here are some questions that you may want to ask yourself when creating a plan for your blog:
What will you write about on your blog?
How do you want to make money with your blog?
What will you do to reach readers on your blog?
What are your goals for your blog?
Thinking about, researching, and answering these questions will help guide you on your journey and help you decide what to do next.
Write high-quality and engaging blog posts
Your blog’s content is extremely important. This will be what attracts your readers, has them coming back for more, earns you blogging income, and more.
Now, you don’t need to be an expert or need a degree to start talking about a subject, but you do need to be knowledgeable or interested in what you are talking about. And, always be truthful! This will show in your writing and actually help your readers.
To write high-quality content on your blog, here are some tips:
Figure out exactly what it is that you’d like to write about and why you think the content is important. Being passionate about a subject will give you the motivation to write content that people want to read. Just think about it: If you don’t enjoy writing your content, then why should you expect someone else to want to read it?
Ask your audience what they want you to write about. Many of my best ideas come from expanding on reader questions.
Research your blog topics by reading news articles, going to a library, searching for statistics and interesting facts, and more.
If your blog posts are more personal in nature, then dig deep and share your thoughts, and be personable in your writing – your readers want to hear your story!
Write long, helpful content. Sure, some great content may only be a few hundred words, but to be as helpful as possible, long content is usually the best. My content is usually over 2,000 words, and this article is around 5,000. Now, you don’t want to just write a lot of fluff content in order to get more words in – you want to actually be helpful!
Reread your content. I used to read my content 10 times or more before I would publish it. Now, I have an editor who makes sure I’m always publishing high-quality content.
Network, network, network
If you want to learn how to monetize a blog, then networking can be extremely helpful.
Networking can mean:
Making friends with other bloggers
Attending blogging conferences
Sharing content that other bloggers have written
Following other bloggers in your niche on social media
Signing up for other bloggers’ newsletters
Joining blogging groups on Facebook
Some bloggers don’t do any of these things and purely see other bloggers as competition. I don’t believe this is the correct way to approach blogging because you will hold yourself back immensely!
Networking is important because it can help you enjoy blogging (friends are nice to have, right?!), teach you new ideas (such as how to make money blogging or how to grow a blog), make valuable connections, and more.
Keep in mind that networking is even how I earned my very first $100 blogging. My blogging friend connected me with an advertiser, which helped changed my blogging journey.
I have learned a lot about blogging from the blogging community, and the people I’ve connected with have been a tremendous support as I’ve grown my blog.
Be prepared to put in a lot of hard work
Starting a blog is relatively easy. But, growing and learning how to monetize a blog takes a lot of work.
You’ll have to:
Start a blog, design it, create social media accounts, and more
Write high-quality blog posts
Attract an audience of readers
Monetize your blog
Continue learning about blogging
And more
Even when I was just a new blogger and had no plans of making money blogging, I was still spending well over 10 hours a week on Making Sense of Cents.
When I was working my full-time day job and earning an income from my blog, I was working around 40-50 hours a week on my blog on top of my day job!
Now that I blog full-time, my hours vary. Some months I hardly work, and there are other months that I may work 100 hours a week.
It’s not easy, and there’s always something that needs to be done.
But, I absolutely love blogging, which makes the hard work a little less tough.
How to monetize a blog: 4 different ways
There are many different ways you can monetize your blog, including:
Affiliate marketing
Advertisements and sponsorships
Display advertising
Create your own product, such as an ebook, course, physical or online products, and more
You could choose to monetize your blog using all of these methods, or even just one. It’s just a personal decision.
For me, I like to be diversified and monetize in many ways, so I do them all.
Below, I am going to dive a little deeper into each way to make money blogging.
1. Affiliate marketing
Affiliate marketing can be a great way to make money blogging because if there is a product or company that you enjoy, all you have to do is review the product and share a unique affiliate link where your readers can sign up or make a purchase.
In fact, this is my favorite way to monetize a blog. I enjoy it because it can be quite passive – I can create just one blog post and potentially earn an income from it years later. This is because even though a blog post may be older, I am still constantly driving traffic to it and readers are still purchasing through my affiliate links.
Affiliate marketing is a blog monetization method where you share a link to a product or company with your readers in an attempt to make an income from followers purchasing the product through your link.
Here are some quick tips so that you can make affiliate income on your blog:
Use the Pretty Link plugin tocleanupmessy-lookingaffiliatelinks. I use this for nearly all of my affiliate links because something like “makingsenseofcents.com/bluehost” looks much better than the long, crazy-looking links that affiliate programs usually give you.
Provide real reviews. You should always be honest with your reviews. If there is something you don’t like about a product, either don’t review the product at all or mention the negatives in your review.
Ask for a commission increase. If you are doing well with a particular affiliate program, ask to increase your commissions.
Build a relationship with your affiliate manager. Your affiliate manager can supply your readers with valuable coupons, commission increases, bonuses, and more.
Write tutorials. Readers want to know how they can use a product. Showing them how to use it, how it can benefit them, and more are all very helpful.
Don’t go overboard. There is no need to include an affiliate link 1,000 times in a blog post. Include them at the beginning, middle, and end, and readers will notice it. Perhaps bold it or find another way for it to stand out as well.
You can learn more about affiliate marketing strategies in my course Making Sense of Affiliate Marketing.
2. Advertisements and sponsorships
Advertising on a blog is one of the first ways that bloggers learn how to monetize a blog. In fact, it’s exactly how I started!
This form of blogging income is when you directly partner with a company and advertise for them on your website or social media accounts.
You may be writing a review for them, a tutorial, talking about their product or company, taking pictures, and so on.
If you want to learn how to increase your advertising-income, I recommend taking my Making Sense of Sponsored Posts course.
3. Display advertising
Display advertising is one of the easiest ways to make money blogging, but it most likely won’t earn you the most, especially in the beginning.
I’m sure you’ve seen display ads before. They may be on the sidebar, at the top of a post, within a blog post, and so on.
The ads are automatically added when you join an advertising network, and you do not need to manually add these ads to your blog.
Your display advertising income increases or decreases almost entirely based on your page views, and once you place the advertisement, there’s no direct work to be done.
If you want to learn how to monetize a blog through display advertising, then some popular networks include Adsense, MediaVine, and AdThrive.
Personally, I use AdThrive for my display advertising network. I don’t have many display advertisements on my blog, but it is easy income.
4. Sell your own products
Another popular way to monetize a blog is to create a sell your own products.
This could be an online product, something that you ship, and so on, such as:
An online course
A coaching program
An eBook
Printables
Memberships
Clothing, candles, artwork, hard copy books, and anything else you can think of
And the list goes on and on. I have seen bloggers be very successful in selling all kinds of things on their blogs.
What’s great about selling your own product is that you are in complete control of what you are selling, and your income is virtually unlimited in many cases.
I launched my first product about 5 years after I created Making Sense of Cents, which was a blogging course called Making Sense of Affiliate Marketing. I regret not creating something sooner because this has been an excellent source of income and has helped many people along the way.
Have an email list
If you really want to learn how to monetize a blog, I recommend that you start an email list from the very beginning.
I waited several years to start my email list, and that was a huge mistake!
Here’s why you need an email list right away:
Your newsletter is YOURS. Unlike social media sites, your newsletter and email subscribers are all yours, and you have their undivided attention. You don’t have to worry about algorithms not displaying your content to readers, and this is because they are your email subscribers. You aren’t fighting with anyone else to have them see your content.
The money is in your email list. I believe that email newsletters are the best way to promote an affiliate product. Your email subscribers signed up to hear what YOU have to write about, so you clearly have their full attention. Your email list, over any other promotional strategy, will almost always lead to more income and sales.
Your email subscribers are loyal to you. If someone is allowing you to show up in their inbox whenever you want, then they probably trust what you have to say and enjoy listening to you. This is a great way to grow an audience and a loyal one at that.
Email is a great way to deliver other forms of content. With Convertkit, I am able to easily create free email courses that are automatically sent to my subscribers. Once a reader signs up, Convertkit sends out all the information they need in whatever time frame I choose to deliver the content.
Attract readers
As a new blogger, you’ll want to find ways to attract a readership to your blog and your article.
No, you don’t need millions and millions of page views to earn a good living from blogging. In fact, I know some bloggers who receive 1,000,000 page views yet make less money than those with 100,000 monthly page views.
Every website is different, but once you learn what your audience wants, you can start to really make money blogging, regardless of how many page views you receive.
Having a successful blog is all about having a loyal audience and helping them with your content.
Even with all of that being said, if you want to learn how to monetize a blog, learning how to improve your traffic is valuable. The more loyal and engaged followers you have, the more money you may be able to make through your blog.
There are many ways to grow your readership, such as:
Write high-quality articles. Your blog posts should always be high-quality and helpful, and it means readers will want to come back for more.
Find social media sites to be active on. There are many social media platforms you can be active on, such as Pinterest, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, Youtube, and others.
Regularly share new posts. For most blogs, you should publish content at least once a week. Readers may forget about you if you go for weeks or months at a time without a blog post.
Guest post. Guest posting is a great way to reach a new audience, as it can bring new readers to your blog who will potentially subscribe to it.
Make sure it’s easy to share your content. I love sharing posts on social media. However, it gets frustrating when some blogs make it more difficult than it needs to be. You should always make sure it’s easy for readers to share your content, which means your social media icons should be easy to find, all of the info input and ready for sharing (title, link, and your username tagged), and so on. Also, you should make sure that when someone clicks on one of your sharing icons the title isn’t in CAPS (I’ve seen this too many times!).
Write better titles. The title of your post can either bring readers to you or deter them from clicking over. A great free tool to write better headlines is CoSchedule’s Headline tool.
Apply SEO strategies. SEO (search engine optimization) is not something I can teach in this small section, but I go over it below in another section.
Have a clean and user-friendly blog design. If you want more page views, you should make it as easy as possible for readers to navigate your blog. It should be easy for readers to find your blog homepage, search bar, blog posts, and so on.
Now, I also want to talk about helpful resources, courses, and more that can help you to learn how to grow your page views on your blog.
Below are some of my favorite blogging resources to help you improve your traffic:
Grow through SEO
SEO (search engine optimization) is how you get organic search traffic to your blog.
When you search a phrase on Google, you’ll see a bunch of different websites as the results. This is the result of these websites applying SEO strategies to their blog.
This is a great way for readers to find your blog, and SEO is important to pay attention to as you learn how to monetize a blog!
Below are some of my favorite SEO resources:
Stupid Simple SEO: This is my favorite overall SEO course, and one of the most popular for bloggers. I highly recommend taking it. I have gone through the whole course, and I constantly refer back to it.
Easy On-Page SEO: This is an easy-to-follow approach to learning on-page SEO so your articles can rank on Google. I have read this ebook twice, and it is super helpful.
Easy Backlinks for SEO: This ebook will show you 31 different ways to build backlinks, which are needed for SEO.
How To Get 50,000 Pageviews per Month With Keyword Research: This ebook shares the steps for keyword research so that you can get SEO traffic to your website.
Common questions about how to monetize a blog
Below, I’m going to answer some questions I’ve received about how to start a blog such as:
How many views do you need to monetize a blog?
How do beginner bloggers make money?
Why do bloggers fail?
How many posts should I have before I launch my blog?
How many times a week should I post on my blog?
How many views do you need to monetize a blog?
The amount of page views needed to make money blogging varies, and there is no magic number that you should be aiming for.
This is because it depends on so many factors, such as how you will monetize your blog, your niche, the number of email subscribers you have, the quality of your website, and more.
You may see success with 10,000 page views a month, or you may see success with over 100,000 page views a month. It simply depends on the factors above.
How do beginner bloggers make money?
Beginner bloggers can make money in many different ways, such as display advertising, affiliate marketing, creating their own products, and sponsorships.
You can start any of these right from the very beginning.
Display advertising is usually the easiest way to begin monetizing a blog, but the payoff is not very high, especially in the beginning when your page views are not high.
How many posts should I have before I launch my blog?
I recommend just launching your blog as soon as you have one blog post and a design. Building a huge backlog of blog posts isn’t usually needed, and it can prevent you from ever getting started!
How many times a week should I post on my blog?
The more blog posts you have, then the more traffic you may get. That’s because it’s more opportunities to show up in Google searches or share your posts on social media.
I recommend publishing a new blog post at least once a week. Anything less isn’t advised.
Publishing blog posts consistently is smart because readers know to expect regular content from you.
Why do bloggers fail?
Bloggers fail for many different reasons. These reasons may include:
Giving up too soon. It takes time to make money blogging, and sadly, many people give up just a few months into starting a blog.
Not publishing consistently. I recommend publishing content at least once a week, as described in the previous section. Some new bloggers may go months without publishing, and this will take them much longer to make money blogging as they are simply not dedicating enough time to their blog.
Not spending enough time learning about blogging. Blogging is not as easy as you may think. There is a lot to learn in order to make it work. You may need to learn about how to grow your blog’s traffic, how to monetize a blog, how to write high-quality content, and more.
Not having your own domain and self-hosting. If you want to make money blogging, I highly recommend owning your domain name and being self-hosted. The longer you put this easy step off, the longer it will most likely take for you to make money blogging. You can learn more at How To Start a WordPress Blog.
And much more. Blogging is like any business – there are things to learn, things to improve on, and more.
How do I start a blog?
If you have any other questions related to starting a blog, I recommend checking out What Is A Blog, How Do Blogs Make Money, & More. In this article, I answer more questions related to blogging such as:
How do I come up with a blog name?
What blogs make the most money?
How do you design a blog?
How many views do you need to make money blogging?
How many blog posts should I have before launching?
Do you shop online? If so, then you will want to use Capital One Shopping and read my Capital One Shopping Review. Capital One Shopping is one of the best coupon apps. This is a browser extension that finds coupon codes for you when you shop online. This is one of the best automatic savings…
Do you shop online? If so, then you will want to use Capital One Shopping and read my Capital One Shopping Review.
Capital One Shopping is one of the best coupon apps. This is a browser extension that finds coupon codes for you when you shop online.
This is one of the best automatic savings apps because you don’t have to do anything extra. The Capital One Shopping app does the work for you by running through available coupon codes as you check out, and then it automatically applies the best digital coupons for you and your purchase.
It’s free to use Capital One Shopping, and it is a browser extension that works with all major browsers.
You simply just shop as you normally do, and the Capital One Shopping app works in the background. I have it installed on my laptop; it works great and I am always able to find the best deals with no extra time spent on my end.
You can sign up for Capital One Shopping here.
Key Takeaways
Capital One Shopping has coupon finding, price comparison, and gives you rewards across a wide network of online retailers.
The tool is easily accessible as a browser extension or through the Capital One Shopping mobile app.
Rewards earned through the platform can be redeemed for gift cards at many popular stores.
Capital One Shopping Review
Below is my Capital One Shopping Review.
What is Capital One Shopping? How does Capital One Shopping work?
Capital One Shopping is your go-to tool for smart and easy online shopping.
Formally known as Wikibuy, this tool is a browser extension and a mobile app. You can add it to browsers like Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Opera, Microsoft Edge, and Apple Safari. For when you’re shopping from your phone, the Capital One Shopping app is available for iOS and Android devices, so that you can make sure you’re saving money no matter where you are.
Here’s how it fits into your shopping routine: as you shop online, the extension automatically looks for lower prices and applicable coupon codes. If you’re thinking about buying a particular item, Capital One Shopping will let you know if it finds the same item at a better price elsewhere.
Capital One Shopping is even more rewarding too because you earn points for your purchases. These points can be redeemed for gift cards at many different retailers. So, you save money and get rewarded – it’s a win-win!
Capital One Shopping is designed to be easy for everyone, whether you’re good with technology or not. All you have to do is install it, shop, and you’ll save money. It’s that easy!
How do you download Capital One Shopping?
To start saving money with Capital One Shopping, you just need to download the browser extension or mobile app.
For your desktop, visit the Capital One Shopping website and click on the option to add the extension to your browser. If you’re on a smartphone, download the app from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store by searching “Capital One Shopping.”
You can download Capital One Shopping here.
7 Ways To Save Money With Capital One Shopping
Capital One Shopping has several different tools to make sure that you save the most money when shopping online. These tools include:
1. Automatically apply coupon codes
While shopping online, Capital One Shopping’s browser extension can automatically apply coupon codes at checkout.
This means you don’t have to look around the internet for coupons, as the tool seamlessly searches for and applies the best available codes for your purchases.
This is my favorite thing about Capital One Shopping. I love that I don’t have to look on a bunch of websites to find coupon codes. Instead, the Capital One Shopping browser extension does everything for me and helps me save money. This way, I don’t forget to enter coupon codes either, as it automatically does it for me!
According to my Capital One Shopping dashboard, this tool has saved me $1,047.26 since I started using it over 32 shopping transactions!
2. Earn rewards points
As you shop with participating retailers, you can earn rewards points in your Capital One Shopping account.
You can then redeem these points for gift cards at different stores, giving you sort of like cash back on purchases you would be making anyway.
You simply just go to the Rewards & Savings tab when you are logged in on Capital One Shopping to see how much money you have available in shopping rewards. You can then exchange this for a gift card to places such as Adidas, American Eagle, Hotels.com, Kohl’s, Chewy, and so much more.
I recently redeemed my points for a $50 gift card to T.J.Maxx – couldn’t have been easier, as you don’t have to do anything extra.
3. Price comparison tool
Capital One Shopping’s price comparison tool helps shoppers find lower prices across different online stores.
Before you buy an item, this feature shows you where it may be available for less, sometimes including the costs of tax and shipping to give you a good idea of how much money you can save overall.
I really like this feature as sometimes the price can vary by a lot between different stores and even on Amazon. In fact, I was recently looking at furniture online, and the price difference from one store and another was nearly $500.
4. Price Protection
Note: This part of the program just ended. Here’s what they have said: “What happened to Price Protection? Capital One Shopping is no longer offering our Active Savings Monitoring/Price Protection product. We have updated our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy to reflect this change. We will still be offering many other opportunities for you to save with Capital One Shopping via our browser extension and emails.”
If you purchase an item and the price drops shortly after, Capital One Shopping tracks and alerts you to the price drops. It can help you request a refund for the difference without needing to monitor prices after you’ve made your purchase manually.
This is a nice feature, as it can save you a lot of money. I know I can’t be the only one who gets a little annoyed when I notice that something has dropped a lot in price right after I buy it. This feature can help you keep track of price drops so that you can maybe try to ask for a refund for the difference in price of an item.
For example, if you buy something for $50, but then the next week it drops to $25, you may be able to ask the online store for a refund of $25.
5. Capital One Shopping watchlist
Another great feature that Capital One Shopping offers is a watchlist.
You can add items to your Capital One Shopping watchlist and receive notifications if prices drop. It helps you be smart about when to buy things. When there’s a sale, it lets you know right away, so you can get the best deals.
To keep an eye on specific products, add them to your watchlist. When you view an item online that you’re interested in, click the Capital One Shopping icon or button to add it. You’ll get notifications, such as email alerts, if there’s a price drop or if a coupon code becomes available for that item.
6. Universal product search engine
This feature acts as a centralized search engine, comparing prices of a product across many different online stores. You can find where your desired item is selling for the least amount of money with minimum effort.
For example – if you are interested in a blender, you can simply just go straight to Capital One Shopping’s website and type in “blender” in their search bar.
It will then list out all of the deals and prices on blenders that the tool knows about. This way, you can just search for the best price on a blender on one site, instead of having to go to multiple sites to find the best deal.
7. Capital One Shopping hotels and travel
When planning travel, Capital One Shopping helps you find the lowest rates on hotels. Just like with products, it compares prices across a number of travel sites to help make sure that you’re getting a good deal on your accommodations.
You can find this feature when you are logged in on their website and heading to the Hotels tab. Then, just enter the location of where you want to travel to, the dates, and the amount of people you are traveling with.
How To Earn Gift Cards With Capital One Shopping
Capital One Shopping has a unique way for you to earn rewards that you can convert to gift cards. By using this service, your regular shopping activities can lead to even more easy savings.
With Capital One Shopping, earning gift cards is tied to the use of shopping credits. When you shop online with Capital One Shopping tools, you can earn shopping credits (also known as points or rewards) on your purchases.
Here’s how you can earn points with Capital One Shopping:
Automatic coupons – As you shop, the free browser extension automatically finds and applies coupons, which earns you shopping rewards.
Price comparison – If you buy a recommended deal, you can earn shopping credits.
Price drop alerts – When items you’ve looked at drop in price, purchasing them can also reward you with credits.
Redeeming points for gift cards
Redeeming your Capital One Shopping credits for gift cards is pretty easy. Once you’ve earned enough credits, you can exchange them for gift cards at places like Macy’s, Nike, Gap, DoorDash, T.J.Maxx, Lowe’s, and more.
To get a free gift card with Capital One Shopping:
Check your balance – You can see how many points you have on the Capital One Shopping app under the Rewards & Savings tab.
Choose your gift card – Select from the list of available gift cards within the Capital One Shopping portal.
Confirm your redemption – Follow the prompts to exchange your credits for the gift card that you want.
I honestly didn’t even know that this was a feature of Capital One Shopping until recently. I was mainly just using this site for the promo code search feature (because it is soooo nice and easy to use!) for my online purchases. One day, I logged in and realized that I had enough points for a free gift card. It’s like a nice little bonus!
Capital One Shopping Alternatives
When you’re looking for the best deals online, you have several options other than Capital One Shopping. Each alternative has unique features that might fit your shopping habits differently.
Below, you can see how Capital One Shopping stacks up against other popular sites – Honey, Rakuten, and Fetch.
Capital One Shopping vs Honey
Capital One Shopping and Honey (also known as PayPal Honey) are very similar.
Honey also has a web browser extension that automatically finds and applies coupon codes at checkout. Honey does not compare prices between different online stores, which is the main difference between the two apps.
You can sign up for PayPal Honey here.
Recommended reading: PayPal Honey Review
Capital One Shopping vs Rakuten
Rakuten, formerly known as Ebates, is a popular cash back and shopping rewards program. It differs from Capital One Shopping mainly in its cash back model. Rakuten gives you a percentage of cash back on your purchases, depending on the store. Your earnings with Rakuten are distributed quarterly, whereas Capital One Shopping provides reward points that can be redeemed for gift cards.
All you do is click on a store that you want to shop through (they have tons of stores such as Walmart, Target, Old Navy, etc.) and shop just like how you normally would shop online.
When you sign up for Rakuten through my referral link, you can get a free $10 cash sign-up bonus.
Capital One Shopping vs Fetch
Fetch Rewards is a phone app that rewards you for grocery shopping (yes, just the normal grocery shopping that you do all the time!). With Fetch, you earn points by uploading shopping receipts, which can be exchanged for gift cards.
Capital One Shopping is more versatile since it works across different online retailers and automatically applies savings at checkout, not just on groceries.
But, Fetch is great for in-person shopping. If you’re looking for the best money-saving app for groceries, I’ve been using Fetch Rewards the last few months, and it is so easy to save on groceries and other daily purchases! All you have to do is take a picture of your receipt with your cell phone, and you can easily earn points. I scan any and all receipts into my Fetch Rewards app and can easily earn rewards. You can sign up for Fetch Rewards here.
Recommended reading: Fetch Rewards Review (Is This App Legit?)
Capital One Shopping pros and cons
Knowing the pros and cons about the different sites can help you pick the right one. Capital One Shopping is great for finding coupon codes that actually work, comparing prices, and earning rewards that turn into gift cards. But maybe you like Rakuten for simple cash back, Honey for instant coupons, or Fetch for rewards on groceries.
Think about what matters most to you – getting discounts right away, having rewards, or sticking to a specific loyalty program. This way, you can choose the shopping rewards that suit you best.
Frequently Asked Questions
Below are answers to common questions about Capital One Shopping.
Is Capital One Shopping safe and legit?
Yes, Capital One Shopping is both safe and legitimate. It’s a browser extension and app provided by a reputable financial services company (Capital One), endorsed by many different trusted websites, and has great user reviews. I personally have Capital One Shopping downloaded on my laptop and it has saved me a ton of money.
Is there a fee for Capital One Shopping? Do I have to pay with Capital One for Capital One Shopping?
Capital One Shopping is free to use, with no hidden fees. You don’t need to have a Capital One account or pay with a Capital One credit card to use this service. It’s a completely separate and free service.
How long does it take to get cash back from Capital One Shopping?
The time it takes to receive cash back from Capital One Shopping can vary. Once you’ve earned enough rewards, processing for cash back typically takes a few days to a few weeks.
How does Capital One Shopping make money?
I get it – this app has a ton of really nice features that can save you a lot of money. So, what’s the catch? The Capital One Shopping extension earns money through affiliate marketing. When you buy something through the extension, the store pays Capital One Shopping a commission.
Which is better for saving money: Capital One Shopping or Honey?
It’s hard to definitively say which is better, Capital One Shopping or Honey, as both offer similar features. Your choice might depend on which platform provides better deals or rewards for the stores you shop at.
Do I need a Capital One account to use Capital One Shopping?
No, a Capital One account isn’t necessary to use the Capital One Shopping browser extension. The service is available to anyone looking to save money online.
Is there a downside to Capital One Shopping?
Some users have noted limited cash-out options and shared concerns about privacy due to the data Capital One Shopping collects for personalized deals and offers.
Capital One Shopping Review – Summary
I hope you enjoyed my Capital One Shopping Review.
So, is Capital One Shopping worth it?
Capital One Shopping is one of the best money saving apps because it automatically applies coupon c odes when you’re shopping online at both popular retailers and smaller local ones. That means you don’t have to search for coupon codes, which can save you time and money.
Capital One Shopping can be a great tool for you if you love shopping online and want to save money. Here’s what you might like about it:
Automatic coupons – As you shop, the tool searches for and applies coupons to your purchases.
Reward credits – You earn them as you shop and can swap them for free gift cards.
Price comparison – You can see if another retailer has a better price on the items you want.
Price drop alerts – You get notifications if something you watch gets cheaper.
The tool is free and works as a browser extension or a mobile app. Your shopping becomes more efficient because you don’t have to look for deals or compare prices manually – Capital One Shopping does it for you.
So, is it worth it for you to use Capital One Shopping?
For me, the answer is yes – Capital One Shopping is definitely worth it. I have had Capital One Shopping downloaded on my laptop for a couple of years now, and this browser extension makes it so easy to save money when shopping online.
You can sign up for Capital One Shopping for free here.
What is your favorite money-saving browser extension?
Inside: Explore top high income skills that don’t require a degree. From AI to Cybersecurity to copywriting, learn how to earn big and without a traditional education.
In today’s rapidly changing economy, traditional educational paths such as acquiring a master’s degree are no longer the sole route to a lucrative career.
In my own journey, I discovered that mastering certain high-income skills (stock trading) can lead to financial success that outpaces even those with advanced degrees. This revelation underscores the value of investing time and effort into developing marketable abilities that align with industry demands.
These high-paying skills, often honed through online platforms, specialized training, and real-world experience, provide a level of flexibility. Plus an earning potential that can exceed the prospects of conventional academic education.
As such, they represent a powerful, alternate paradigm for career advancement and personal growth that you may want to check out.
Quick Answer
Typically, these are based on online jobs that include expertise in certain fields. These roles leverage the digital space to generate significant income and careers are in demand into the foreseeable future.
You can learn and develop these skills through online educational platforms, which can open up a plethora of high-paying job opportunities without the need for traditional college credentials.
High Income Skills for Tech and Digital Domination
In case you haven’t heard, AI and the tech world are the focus of most high paying jobs.
In fact, Microsoft, Google, and Apple recently stated they will take certification over a college degree.1
Now, let’s explore the various high-income skills that are currently shaping the technology sector and will move to making over six figures.
AI and machine learning
AI and machine learning are not just buzzwords! These fields represent some of the most lucrative areas in tech. As businesses seek ways to make sense of big data, professionals who can design intelligent systems and algorithms are in high regard.
The beauty is that many resources exist to self-educate in this domain, such as online courses, bootcamps, and certifications, making the path accessible for those without a formal business degree.
Best for: This field is ideal for individuals who have a strong aptitude for mathematics, statistics, and programming, and who are passionate about tech and innovation.
Mastering SEO
Search Engine Optimization (SEO) has become a coveted skill in the arsenal of every digital strategist. Why is it so invaluable? Because it acts as the linchpin for visibility in the digital space.
SEO isn’t just about playing with keywords; it’s about understanding the user’s intent, the algorithms of search engines, and the technical makeup of websites to ensure they’re discoverable.
Mastering SEO involves a cocktail of abilities: from understanding meta tags and crafting content that resonates with both humans and search engines, to building a robust backlink portfolio.
Best for: SEO is suited for those who enjoy both the analytical and creative sides of digital marketing and are interested in a dynamic, ever-evolving field.
Cybersecurity
In the digital age, cybersecurity is not just important—it’s essential. Protecting sensitive data and maintaining the integrity of computer systems against threats can be the difference between a thriving business and one that’s exposed to potentially catastrophic breaches.
Notably, cybersecurity proficiency can often be achieved through specialized certifications, bootcamps, or practical experience rather than a traditional degree. Those who commit to ongoing education and remain vigilant of the industry’s pulse become indispensable assets in any organization.
Best for: Perfect for individuals who have a knack for problem-solving, are detail-oriented, and enjoy learning about technology’s cutting edge.
Software Development
As the pillars of our increasingly digital world, software developers write the code that powers everything from mobile applications to global banking systems. The lure of software development as a high-paying skill is evident.
It’s foundational to virtually every industry, offers diverse opportunities for specialization, and provides the satisfaction of building something tangible.
With abundant online resources like coding bootcamps and tutorials, passionate learners can bypass the traditional degree route and directly jump into this lucrative and fulfilling career.
Best for: Individuals who are logical, detail-oriented, and have a strong interest in technology and its potential applications will find a career in software development both rewarding and profitable.
Mobile app development
Mobile App Development is your ticket into the heart of the booming app economy. As smartphone ubiquity grows, so does the need for innovative apps that simplify life—whether that’s for banking, shopping, or entertainment.
Given the high demand for mobile experiences, companies are willing to pay top dollar for developers who can craft intuitive and effective mobile applications. The best part is that this skill can be honed through free courses or even app-building software for those with limited coding knowledge.
Best for: Perfect for those who are not only passionate about coding but also keen on understanding and improving how users interact with technology.
Blockchain Expertise
The field of blockchain has transcended its association purely with cryptocurrencies to become a high-value asset in various sectors. Businesses seek talented individuals who can leverage this technology for secure, decentralized solutions.
Unlike many traditional roles, the burgeoning blockchain field offers the chance for self-taught experts to demonstrate their value based on their skills, portfolio, and understanding of blockchain’s practical applications.
Best for: Blockchain expertise is a high-income skill ideal for individuals who have a strong foundation in technology and an interest in how it can be used to innovate traditional business practices.
Creativity Pays Off with These High Income Skills
Graphic Design
Embarking on a career in graphic design could very well be your gateway to a creatively fulfilling and financially rewarding job market. By marrying aesthetics with functionality, you bring concepts to life, whether it’s through website visuals, logos, or digital media.
The journey to mastering graphic design can be self-directed—you can learn the principles online, through software tutorials, and practice them into existence.
Best for: Individuals with a flair for the arts who enjoy thinking creatively to solve visual challenges and like the aspect of using technology.
Video Production & Editing
In a content-driven era, where video is king, mastery in this field could land you lucrative gigs across various platforms and industries.
Whether it’s for digital marketing, entertainment, or online education, the demand is high, and the barrier to entry is lower than ever—thanks to a plethora of self-teaching resources and accessible technology.
Best for: Those who have a keen eye for detail and a passion for creating engaging, high-quality video content that tells a story.
Professional Photography
Photography captures more than images; it encapsulates emotions, stories, and moments. With the advent of high-quality smartphone cameras and affordable DSLRs, the skill of professional photography is more accessible than ever.
Whether for stock photography, events, or branding, your keen eye for composition and lighting can open doors to a rewarding career without the need for a degree.
Best for: Individuals with a passion for visual arts, a creative mindset, and a strong sense of detail are often the best fit for a high-income career in professional photography.
Copywriting
The pen (or keyboard) can indeed be mightier than the sword in today’s digital-driven world through copywriting.
Articulating compelling narratives that resonate with audiences can catapult brands to new heights, making this skill a valuable asset. The best part? You can cultivate your copywriting prowess from anywhere, thanks to online courses, ebooks, and practice platforms.
All you need is a sharp mind, a clear writing style, and a grasp of persuasive techniques.
Best for: Copywriting is a top choice for those who love writing and are curious about a multitude of topics, with an interest in marketing principles and audience engagement.
Voiceover Artistry or Podcast Production
Unlock the power of your voice and make money – a skill set that’s becoming increasingly profitable. Whether you’re voicing animated characters or hosting a thought-provoking podcast series, the audio medium is a bustling marketplace.
Podcasting, it’s about creating a compelling narrative that listeners can’t resist. While for voiceovers, it’s about bringing scripts to life. Both can be learned through online tutorials, training programs, and practice.
Best for: Individuals with a strong, versatile voice and passion for storytelling will find voiceover work and podcast production both lucrative and rewarding, even without formal training.
Marketing High Income Skills Know-How
Content Creation
Content Creation has become the cornerstone of the digital marketing world, attracting not just audiences but also significant revenue streams. As a content creator, you can weave words, videos, or images to capture attention, inspire, and inform—whether it’s through social media, websites, or other digital platforms.
My path to becoming a content creator was primarily through hands-on experience as well as through consistent practice and staying up-to-date knowledge of digital trends.
Best for: Content Creation is especially suited for those with a creative mindset, who enjoy storytelling and are adept at using digital tools to craft content for an online audience.
Social Media Marketing
This is a brilliant intersection of creativity, strategy, and communication. As a social media marketer, you’ll help brands navigate the bustling social landscape, where billions of users engage daily.
You’ll be tasked with crafting campaigns, analyzing data, and connecting with audiences in a way that drives not just likes, but also leads and loyalty—all of which you can master through free online resources and real-world practice.
Best for: Those who enjoy fast-paced, dynamic environments and have a knack for engaging with people and understanding modern communicative trends.
Affiliate Marketing
Becoming an influencer and tapping into the world of affiliate marketing seems so easy but truly it is a strategy where your persuasion skills can translate into earnings—all without a formal degree.
By promoting products or services via unique affiliate links, you earn commissions on sales. Flourishing in this domain stems from understanding your audience and aligning the products you endorse with their interests.
Best for: Those who have a passion for sales and marketing, are comfortable with self-promotion, and are interested in monetizing their digital presence.
Sales Strategies
The key to unlocking staggering profit margins and business growth is sales and this doesn’t require formal education. This high-income skill revolves around understanding consumer psychology, building relationships, and convincingly presenting products or services.
Many times, those in sales have a knack for the industry. Whether refining your approach through online courses, books, or hands-on experience, excellence in sales comes down to a blend of empathy, insight, and adaptability.
Best for: Excellent fit for outgoing individuals who thrive in competitive environments and derive satisfaction from meeting and exceeding targets.
High Income Skills That Work With People
Language translation and interpretation
This is not only about converting words from one language to another; it’s about bridging cultural divides and facilitating communication. With the globalization of business and the rise of remote work, fluent speakers in multiple languages can capitalize on a multitude of high-paying roles.
And the best part? You can often get started with just bilingual proficiency, some formal certification, and a deep understanding of cultural nuances.
Best for: Ideal for multilingual individuals passionate about language and communication, with a desire to facilitate dialogue in an increasingly connected world.
Freelance consulting in various niches
These are seasoned professionals with an avenue to monetize their wealth of experience and expertise. This thriving field allows you to empower clients with your knowledge, whether it’s in marketing, finance, HR, or any other domain.
What’s more, you can kickstart this lucrative journey with minimal prerequisites—a strong track record, a portfolio of successful projects, and perhaps some industry-recognized certifications.
Best for: Experts in their respective fields who are adept at problem-solving, enjoy sharing their insights and are looking for flexible, high-income opportunities.
Coaching
This is a skill that transforms lives and careers, catapulting you into roles where you guide and motivate others to achieve their personal and professional goals.
As a coach, whether it’s in life, business, career transition, or personal development, you can create a substantial income stream. What’s particularly enticing about coaching as a high-income skill is that it often requires no formal degree—many coaches are self-taught, certified through various programs, and most importantly, driven by a passion to help others succeed.
Best for: Coaching is perfect for individuals with a strong desire to help others, who can cultivate trust, and who possess both the self-discipline and initiative to build their own coaching business.
Public Speaking
Often touted as a soft skill, public speaking has immense potential as a high-paying expertise. The ability to captivate, engage, and influence an audience is invaluable in various professional settings—from corporate presentations to motivational speaking circuits.
The good news is that you can develop this skill through local workshops, online courses, and ample practice. Perhaps even more compelling, is how public speaking bolsters other aspects of personal development, such as confidence and clarity of thought.
Best for: Individuals who enjoy expressing their ideas, exhibit strong interpersonal abilities and derive satisfaction from influencing and inspiring others.
Real Estate
A dynamic field where you can significantly profit from the buying, selling, and leasing of property.
With the right approach and knowledge, personalized by your unique sales flair, you can achieve notable success without the prerequisites of a higher degree. It’s all about your ability to network, negotiate, and understand market trends, guided by state-specific licensing requirements.
Best for: Suited to go-getters with an entrepreneurial spirit, a passion for property, and the perseverance to cultivate a strong portfolio of clients and sales.
High Income Skills for Introverts
Stock Trading
My personal gateway to the exhilarating world of finance, where the potential for high earnings exists for those with the knack and nerve for it.
This high-stress skill—often considered one of the most lucrative skills without a degree—entails buying and selling stocks or options to capitalize on daily market fluctuations. While challenging, with diligent self-education, a cool head for numbers, and a calculated risk approach, you can make stock trading a profitable venture.
Best for: Stock Trading is particularly fitting for those who exhibit patience, enjoy learning about economics and finance, and can handle significant levels of stress without clouding their judgment. Highly recommended to take an investing course.
UX/UI Design
Focusing on crafting meaningful interactions between users and products, UX/UI designers are the architects behind the intuitive use of websites and applications.
The plethora of free resources and communities available online means you can build a portfolio and learn this sought-after skill without a degree.
Best for: Creative minds who have an affinity for technology and user psychology and who enjoy the iterative process of improving product usability and appeal.
Web development and coding
Building and maintaining the structural foundation of websites offers a variety of high-income opportunities without necessarily requiring a four-year degree. Armed with the knowledge of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, which can be self-taught through platforms like Codecademy, you can create and innovate on the internet’s exciting canvas.
Best for: Analytical thinkers who also appreciate creative expression, and those willing to evolve with the digital landscape constantly.
Data Analysis
Transforming raw numbers into actionable insights, data analysts contribute significantly to strategic decision-making. Fascinatingly, this skill is achievable without a degree, thanks to a plethora of online tools and courses in Excel, SQL, and Python that are freely available.
With a logical mindset and an eagerness to decipher data stories, you could secure a high-income position in businesses of all stripes, from tech startups to major corporations.
Best for: Suitable for those who enjoy crunching numbers, identifying patterns, and have a deep curiosity about how information can influence business strategies.
Bookkeeping
A critical yet often understated skill that plays a foundational role in businesses both big and small. As a bookkeeper, you steward financial accuracy, track transactions, and ensure the book balance.
What may come as a surprise is that modern bookkeeping doesn’t always require a degree—there are online courses that can pave the way for a high-income career for detail-oriented and number-savvy individuals.
Best for: Those who appreciate routine, enjoy working with numbers and take satisfaction in playing a key support role in a business’s financial health.
Must Need High Income Soft Skills
In today’s competitive job market, possessing high-income soft skills can significantly enhance your career trajectory and boost your earning potential.
These soft skills not only complement your technical abilities but also ensure you are a valuable asset to any team, fostering seamless collaboration and leadership. As the workplace evolves, employers increasingly seek candidates who exhibit a rich blend of interpersonal and strategic skills that drive business success.
Problem-solving skills for critical situations are invaluable, and the best news? Whether it’s through active listening, analytical reasoning, assessing risks, or critical thinking, being adept at navigating complex problems can set you apart in the workforce.
Communication skills in professional environments are the linchpin of a thriving career. Being able to articulate your thoughts and listen to others effectively means smoother collaborations and clearer negotiations.
Time Management for efficient productivity is a transformative skill that can make or break professional success. Mastering time management means accomplishing more in less time, leading to greater productivity without the need for a formal degree.
Leadership and Team Management capabilities signal an upgrade in your professional toolkit. Great leaders can marshal a group towards common goals, fostering teamwork, and eliciting the strengths of each member.
Negotiation Skills for Maximizing Value are a powerhouse in the world of commerce, crucial for deal-making and advancing business interests. Learning the art of negotiation is possible without formal education; it’s about understanding human psychology, effective communication techniques, and strategic planning.
Creative Thinking for Innovative Solutions is a valued asset in any business context, prized for driving forward unique and effective problem-solving. This type of thinking allows you to step outside traditional boundaries and generate fresh ideas.
Stepping into the entrepreneurial arena can be your ticket to independence and potential high earnings. Entrepreneurs are the trailblazers of the business world, initiating new ventures, and driving economic growth. While there’s no fixed educational path to entrepreneurship, the journey is fueled by a diverse skill set including innovation, perseverance, management, and the ability to pivot strategies as needed.
FAQs
A skill is considered ‘high-paying’ in 2024 if it is in high demand, offers significant value to employers or clients, and requires a level of expertise that’s not easily found.
These skills typically address current market needs, technological advancements, or specialized knowledge that can drive revenue, increase efficiency, or create competitive advantages. Essentially, the rarer and more necessary the skill, the higher the potential earning power becomes.
Yes, self-taught skills can compete with a traditional degree, especially in industries that prioritize practical experience and proven ability over formal education.
Personally, I can attest to this as I learned many of these high income skills long after I completed my degree.
In fields like technology, digital marketing, or creative arts, a portfolio showcasing your work often carries more weight than a degree. Furthermore, many companies adopt skills-based hiring practices, valuing competency and initiative as key indicators of a candidate’s potential.
Which High Paid Skill to Learn Will You Focus on?
In conclusion, acquiring high-income skills is a powerful strategy for advancing your career and unlocking new professional opportunities or even side hustles. In fact, many are ways to make money online.
This is a simple way to increase the amount of money you make each month.
By embracing continuous learning to hone these in-demand abilities, you can significantly enhance your earning potential and job market desirability.
Investing in the development of high-income skills will pave the way for a brighter, more prosperous future. Just like finding a low stress jobs that pay well without a degree.
Don’t just read. Now, is the time to take action!
Source
Business Insider. “Microsoft doesn’t require a college degree for entry-level jobs.” https://www.businessinsider.com/microsoft-execs-no-college-degree-for-entry-level-positions-2020-2#ping-look-who-leads-microsofts-cybersecurity-detection-and-response-team-added-that-candidates-who-apply-to-jobs-without-a-college-degree-already-signal-a-level-of-determination-that-she-respects-3. Accessed February 18, 2024.
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Want to learn how to make $200 fast? Having some extra income can be useful for unexpected needs or saving up money. Maybe you need money for rent, something broken on your car, or a medical bill. Maybe you have something that you’re saving for, and you just want to make some extra cash. If…
Want to learn how to make $200 fast?
Having some extra income can be useful for unexpected needs or saving up money. Maybe you need money for rent, something broken on your car, or a medical bill. Maybe you have something that you’re saving for, and you just want to make some extra cash.
If you want to make $200 fast, there are many ways to do it: You could sell things you don’t need, create and sell handmade items, use your car or home to make money, and more.
There are lots of ways to make $200 fast!
My top picks to make $200 fast
Selling items from around your home, such as clothing, an old cell phone, furniture, and more. You can learn how to flip your stuff in this free webinar.
Make $65+ per hour in a focus group sharing your opinions with User Interviews.
Rent out your RV with RVShare.
Freelance proofread and learn how to become a proofreader in this free webinar.
Start a blog (this is what I do!) and learn how in my free How To Start a Blog course.
Best Ways To Make $200 Fast
Below are the best ways to make $200 quickly.
Selling items from around your home
The quickest way to make $200 fast is to find stuff you already own and sell it.
When you’re in a pinch for cash, your home can be a treasure trove of items you can sell. Start by gathering gently used items or those you no longer need, such as electronics (phones, laptops), furniture (couches, coffee tables), clothing and accessories (especially branded ones), gift cards, and collectibles and antiques.
You can sell on Craigslist (ideal for bulkier items like furniture, tires, cars, etc., where local pickup is more practical), Facebook Marketplace (great for reaching a large local audience quickly), eBay (perfect for unique or more valuable items where shipping isn’t an issue), thrift stores (get cash on the spot at places like Plato’s Closet), having yard or garage sales (typically get less per item but can get rid of a lot of things at once), and more.
I have sold a ton of used items over the years such as clothing, jewelry, car tires, furniture, and more. It is easy and someone probably wants what you’re selling.
Recommended reading: 16 Best Selling Apps For Selling Stuff Online And Locally
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This free workshop will teach you how to get into the flipping business. It will teach you how to resell furniture, electronics, appliances, and anything else you can find.
Rent out your storage space
If you’ve got extra space in your home, be it an attic, basement, or spare room, renting it out for storage is an excellent way to earn extra cash.
A site to use to rent out your space is Neighbor. This website helps you earn money by renting out space you’re not using.
You can make up to $15,000 a year by renting out your garage, driveway, basement, or even a closet with Neighbor. You get to choose the prices and decide which reservations you want to say yes to and host.
Take paid online surveys
Earning $200 a day just by answering surveys isn’t normally possible (unless you are doing focus groups or paid research studies), but you can reach your goal by combining survey earnings with other ideas.
When I was repaying my student loans, I answered lots of surveys each week. I did this before work, during lunch, or after work. It was convenient because I could do it whenever I had free time.
Survey companies pay you for answering surveys, watching videos, and testing products. Sometimes, you might even receive free products to evaluate. The best part is that joining survey companies is free!
Some of the paid online survey companies I recommend are:
Here are 11 Paid Online Survey Sites if you want to learn more.
Answer questions in a focus group
A focus group is like a paid online survey, as I mentioned before, but you can make a lot more money from it.
I’ve done a focus group in the past that paid me around $400 for 75 minutes of my time. While that’s a bit more than usual, most focus groups pay anywhere from around $50 to over $100 per hour. Compensation differs significantly depending on the study’s length and topic, but higher-paying studies do exist.
Lots of consumer research companies pay people like us to share our opinions. The companies use our feedback to make their products and services better.
One focus group company that I recommend is User Interviews. User Interviews recruits participants to answer surveys and share their feedback.
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User Interviews pays very well for market research studies and these are some of the highest paying online surveys, with each paying $50 to $100 or more. The average pays over $60.
Play games on your phone
If you’re looking to make $200 quickly, your smartphone can be a surprisingly interesting way. By playing games on your phone, you can earn real money.
Game apps pay real money rewards because they make money from ads and in-app purchases. They share a part of their earnings with you to motivate you to keep playing their games.
The best game apps that pay real money include KashKick, Swagbucks, and InboxDollars.
When picking gaming apps to make money, check reviews and learn about how you get paid. Be careful with apps that ask you to pay to play or promise rewards that sound too good to be true. Also, keep track of the time you spend playing games to make sure it stays worth it.
Rent out your unused RV
If you have an RV that’s sitting idle, you may want to turn it into income by renting it out. Many people have RVs they don’t use very often. Instead of letting it just sit there, you might make extra money by renting it out. Yes, you could potentially make $200 a day by renting your RV to others.
Popular sites such as RVshare work similarly to Airbnb, connecting you with potential renters. They handle the bookings and insurance, making the process easier.
Another idea is to park your RV somewhere and list it on Airbnb. I’ve seen many RVs, campers, trailers, and more on Airbnb available for rent. Just make sure that you can rent it out in the location you want to leave it, as not all campgrounds or neighborhoods may allow it.
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RVshare is one of the best money-making sites because it helps travelers save money by cutting out the middleman and offering RV rentals directly from RV owners. If you have an RV that is sitting around, then you may be able to make $100 to $300+ a day.
Proofread
If you like finding mistakes in written content and want to know how to make $200 a day, proofreading could be a good fit for you. It can be a part-time job or a full-time work-from-home career too.
It’s a job where you can make $200 in a day, and many proofreaders earn around $40,000 a year or even more.
Proofreaders check for mistakes in articles, ads, books, student papers, emails, transcripts, and more.
To become a proofreader, all you need is a laptop or tablet, an internet connection, and the ability to spot mistakes and errors.
I recommend signing up for the free 76-minute workshop, where you can learn more about becoming a proofreader. You can sign up for the free How To Become a Proofreader workshop here.
Recommended reading: How To Become A Proofreader And Work From Anywhere
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This free 76-minute workshop answers all of the most common questions about how to become a proofreader, and even talks about the 5 signs that proofreading could be a perfect fit for you.
Virtual assist
A virtual assistant (VA) is someone who helps a person, company, or business owner with administrative and business tasks, making sure everything runs smoothly. They’re just like in-person assistants, but they work from home and online.
I used to work as a virtual assistant for small business owners. I didn’t have prior experience, but I learned the skills while on the job. It not only helped me earn a good income but also allowed me to work from home. I also have virtual assistants who work for me, so I know how helpful they are! This is a very in-demand job field to get into.
Virtual assistant tasks may include:
Managing a company’s Facebook account
Managing a calendar
Scheduling appointments and meetings
Creating slideshows and presentations
Managing an email inbox and handling customer support
And more.
Typically, when you begin working as a virtual assistant, you might earn around $15 to $20 per hour. However, in some cases, you could start with twice or even three times that amount. It depends on the type of work you do and the services you provide.
This can be a full-time job or a side hustle too!
You can learn more at How I Earn $10,000 Per Month From Home as a Virtual Assistant.
Selling handmade goods and crafts
If you want to earn an extra $200 fast, selling the things you make by hand, like crafts or handmade goods, is a great idea.
A popular place to sell handmade goods includes Etsy, which has a worldwide audience looking to purchase unique handcrafted items. You can also sell via social media or even rent a booth at a local craft fair.
You can sell all different kinds of handmade items such as jewelry, soap, furniture, art, photography, clothing, personalized gifts (such as engraved items), and more.
I have personally bought handmade goods all of these ways.
Freelance write
A person who freelance writes can make $200 in a single day.
Freelance writers work for clients, like websites, magazines, marketing teams, book publishers, and others. They write different things such as articles, blog posts for search engine optimization (SEO), marketing content, newsletters, press releases, and more.
You can find freelance writing jobs in many ways such as by searching on Fiverr or Upwork, looking to see if any of your favorite sites are hiring writers, networking with people in the industry you want to write in, and more.
I’ve been a freelance writer for a long time, and many of my friends also have this job. It’s a great way to make $200 a day or more all from home.
You can learn more about how to find freelance writing jobs below:
Transcribe
If you’re looking to make $200 quickly, transcription could be a great option. With a fast typing speed and strong language skills, you can convert audio files to text for pay.
Transcription is when you change spoken words from audio or video into a written document. Many businesses need transcriptionists because they need to convert audio and video into text.
New transcriptionists usually make about $15 per hour when they begin, and the good thing is, you don’t need any previous experience to get started.
Recommended reading: 18 Best Online Transcription Jobs For Beginners To Make $2,000 Monthly
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In this free training, you will learn what transcription is, why it’s a highly in-demand skill, who hires transcriptionists, how to become a transcriptionist, and more.
Blog
Starting a blog doesn’t instantly make you $200 on the first day because it takes time to set it up. However, with time and effort, bloggers can make $200 a day in the future.
A blog is a website with articles, like what you’re reading now. You can create a blog on topics such as personal finance, recipes, travel, pet care, family life, and more. There are many different types of blogs out there.
You can make money from a blog by partnering with companies for sponsorships, showing ads, doing affiliate marketing (for example, selling a product listed on Amazon), and selling products like ebooks, candles, T-shirts, and more directly on your blog.
This is what I do to make money, and I earn well over $200 a day online. It did take me around 6 months to make my first $100 with my blog, so it does take time to get started. It took me about a year to reach around $5,000 a month and around 2 years to get to $10,000 a month.
You can learn how to start a blog with my free How To Start a Blog Course (sign up by clicking here).
Another idea similar to this is to start a YouTube channel, TikTok, Instagram, and more!
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Dog walker
Becoming a dog walker is a fun way to make some quick cash if you love pets, especially dogs. You can easily get started by signing up with well-known dog walking apps dedicated to connecting dog walkers with pet owners.
Here are some steps to help you begin:
Register on Dog Walking Apps – Platforms like Rover are great for finding dog walking jobs. You could earn around $15 to $18 per hour depending on your experience and the local demand for dog walkers.
Create a Profile – Highlight your experience with dogs and any references you might have.
Set Your Availability – Decide on the days and hours you’re available to walk dogs and set your schedule.
My sister as well as my husband’s mother are both dog walkers on Rover, and they both enjoy this side hustle.
Sell printables on Etsy
Selling printables on Etsy can be a quick way to earn some extra cash.
Printables are digital files that customers can download and print themselves. These can include things like planners, art prints, stickers, learning tools, worksheets, invites, and organizational tools.
You most definitely have used printables in your life, and so have most people. I buy printables all the time because they make my life so much easier – and it’s so nice to just print things out and have them more easily accessible for when I need them.
One great thing about selling printables is that you don’t have to print and send anything yourself. The customer pays for the design, and they print it out on their own.
Here’s how you can get started:
Step 1: Find Your Niche
Determine what kind of printables you’re passionate about. Many people specialize in a certain type of printable, such as home, wedding, organizing, education, etc.
Research what’s popular and in demand. See what kind of printables people are actually buying right now.
Step 2: Create Your Printables
Use design tools like Canva or Adobe Illustrator.
Make sure your design is original and appealing.
Step 3: Set Up Your Etsy Shop
Create a memorable and easy shop name.
Set up shop policies and fill in all the details.
Step 4: List Your Products
Take attractive product photos or create digital mockups.
Write clear and compelling product descriptions so that potential customers can find your printables.
Price your printables competitively.
Step 5: Promote Your Shop
Utilize Etsy’s built-in SEO by using relevant keywords in your listings.
Share your printables on social media platforms.
Consider Etsy Ads for additional promotion.
You can learn more at How I Make Money Selling Printables On Etsy.
Do you want to make money selling printables online? This free training will give you great ideas on what you can sell, how to get started, the costs, and how to make sales.
Deliver groceries and food
Grocery delivery is a service that is becoming more and more popular. I’ve used it several times myself when I didn’t have time to shop or didn’t have a car available. This service is likely to keep growing.
If you’re looking to make quick cash, you can try delivering groceries and food. You have the flexibility to create your own schedule, and payment can be received pretty quickly – sometimes even within an hour.
Delivering groceries is a popular extra job, and all you need is a valid driver’s license and a car.
You get paid for each delivery and keep all your tips. Platforms like Instacart and Shipt can help you earn around $15 to $20 per hour.
Here are a couple of options for you to start earning with food delivery:
Instacart: As an Instacart shopper, you can choose to shop for groceries or both shop and deliver to customers. Being able to cash out your earnings instantly is a big plus.
Shipt: Enjoy shopping at stores like Target and CVS? With Shipt, you can earn by shopping for others. It’s a great way to combine earning with a task you already enjoy.
Sign up to become an Instacart shopper here.
Related to this: You can also deliver restaurant meals in your spare time through companies like DoorDash and Uber Eats.
Drive for Uber or Lyft
Earning $200 quickly may seem hard, but you may be able to reach this goal by driving for ride-sharing services like Uber or Lyft.
Here’s what you need to know:
Sign Up – Both Uber and Lyft require you to have a valid driver’s license, meet age requirements, pass a background check, and have an eligible car.
Flexibility – You have the freedom to choose your working hours. Whether it’s an hour, over the weekend, or throughout the week.
Earnings – Income can vary, but it’s possible to earn between $20 to $25 per hour on average. At this rate, driving for 10 hours can help you reach your $200 target.
Maximize Promotions – Keep an eye out for special promotions or peak time surge pricing (such as by driving during weekend nights or during a baseball game) as these can really boost your earnings.
Expenses like gas and vehicle maintenance will come out of your earnings, so it’s important to work efficiently and choose high-demand times and areas to increase your income.
Tutor
Tutors who know subjects well, like math, language, science, graphic design, and more, help students get better at those subjects.
Becoming an online tutor depends on the subject you want to teach. You need experience in that area, but there are options for beginners too. Tutors for advanced subjects, like calculus or college entrance exams, usually earn more than those teaching simpler topics.
Rates vary from $15 to over $100 per hour, depending on the subject and where you offer your tutoring services.
Read more at 11 Best Places To Find Online Tutoring Jobs (Make $100+ an hour).
Sign up for quick Craigslist jobs
You can make $200 quickly using your local Craigslist, which has short-term jobs and side hustles listed under “gigs.”
Some gigs I’ve seen include painting a room, running errands, passing out flyers, handyman work, loading a moving truck, shoveling snow, pet sitting, transporting a boat, and more.
You can also find quick gig side hustles through a company called Taskrabbit as well!
Note: When using Craigslist for odd jobs, be cautious of scams. If something appears too good to be true, it probably is. For instance, no one is likely to pay you $2,000 for a mystery shop or a 30-minute survey. It’s important to stay alert and choose opportunities that are realistic and trustworthy. Simply skip it if you have doubts!
Get a roommate
If you’re looking to make $200 quickly, getting a roommate can be one way to do so, and if you have an extra room at home, you can make extra money by renting it out on platforms like Airbnb or finding a long-term roommate.
Renting out a room long-term could earn you around $200 or much more, depending on the room and its location. It’s a good way to utilize your extra space for additional income.
I have personally had several roommates in the past, and it was a good source of income. Plus, we had the extra space anyway that was unused. We charged around $400 a month per room, but nowadays you can definitely get a lot more (especially depending on where you live).
Here’s a quick step-by-step guide to finding a roommate and getting paid:
Advertise Your Space – You will need to find ways to get the word out about the spare room you want to rent out. You can do this on Craigslist, your personal Facebook page, placing a post in a local Facebook group, and more.
Vet Potential Roommates – You don’t want just anyone living with you as they will be sharing your space! Here are some ways to vet potential roommates:
Interviews: Have a conversation to make sure everyone is compatible.
References: Ask for and check personal and rental references.
Discuss Financials – This is all about money, so money definitely needs to be talked about and agreed on. You’ll want to think about things like:
Rent: Determine the monthly charge for rent.
Utilities: Decide how you’ll split costs like electricity, internet, and water. Will the monthly rent include all of the bills or will you split the utilities?
Set House Rules – Rules like quiet hours, guest policies, and cleaning responsibilities help avoid conflicts.
Create a Formal Agreement – Writing an agreement will lay everything out so that there is no confusion later.
Lease Addendum: If you have a lease, add your roommate officially.
Roommate Agreement: Outline terms of rent, bills, and house rules.
To learn more about renting out your spare room, I recommend reading A Complete Guide To Renting A Room For Extra Money.
If you want to take it a step further, you could even get into real estate investing. You can learn more about this option at How This 34 Year Old Owns 7 Rental Homes.
Rent out baby items, such as a crib
If you’re looking to make $200 fast, you can rent out your gently used baby items to traveling families. By listing a crib, stroller, or car seat on rental platforms, you can help ease the travel burdens for parents while earning extra cash.
Here are some ideas of what you can rent out:
Cribs
Strollers
Car seats
High chairs
Toys
A website called BabyQuip lets you rent out baby equipment. On average, people using BabyQuip can make about $1,000 a month, and some earn over $10,000 monthly.
Redeem credit card rewards
If you have a credit card, then there’s a good chance that you are earning points by simply spending like you normally do.
Or, you could even sign up for a new card that has a good signup bonus to earn more points.
With rewards credit cards, you can turn your points into cash back. Here’s how it works: whenever you use your credit card to buy something, you earn points as a reward for spending money.
I have rewards credit cards and I earn points every single time I shop or pay a bill, and I don’t have to do anything special. Just pay my bills and expenses like I normally do! In fact, I just signed up for a new rewards credit card with a great signup bonus today with a signup bonus value of over $800.
Two credit cards that I personally like include:
Important note: Making the most of credit card rewards is smart only if you use your credit card responsibly. It’s not a good idea to accumulate debt just to get rewards because debt with interest is neither free nor beneficial. To really earn money from credit card rewards, you will want to make sure to pay your credit card balance in full every month.
Frequently Asked Questions
Below are answers to common questions about how to make $200 quick.
How can I make a quick $200?
If you want to learn how to make $200 fast in a day, then I highly recommend finding items from around your home to sell, like clothing, jewelry, and video games. This is the easiest way to get started as you probably already own things you can sell.
How can I make an extra $200 a week?
If you want to make an extra $200 a week, I recommend freelance work, which might include writing, graphic design, or proofreading. Also, renting out things you already have, like a spare room, can be a great way to make passive income.
What items can be sold to quickly earn $200?
Look around your home for electronics, clothing, or collectibles that are in good condition but you no longer need or want. You may be able to find lots of things to sell (and have a yard sale) and/or find one or two big things to sell.
How to make $200 fast online from home?
I’ve done a lot of things on the list above to make $200 fast online from home, such as freelance writing, blogging, selling items online, taking part in a focus group, and more.
How To Make $200 Fast – Summary
I hope you enjoyed this article on how to make $200 fast in a day.
As you learned above, you can earn $200 fast by doing a lot of different things, such as by freelancing, starting a business, renting out something you already own, playing games, and more.
The key is to choose what fits your life, how much time you have, and your money needs right now.
What do you think is the best way to make $200 fast?
Are you looking for the best jobs for pregnant women? Pregnancy is a special and exciting time for moms-to-be, and you may be looking for ways to make money during this time period. Finding the perfect job when you’re pregnant can be a scary feeling, but it doesn’t have to be. The key is to…
Are you looking for the best jobs for pregnant women?
Pregnancy is a special and exciting time for moms-to-be, and you may be looking for ways to make money during this time period.
Finding the perfect job when you’re pregnant can be a scary feeling, but it doesn’t have to be. The key is to focus on looking for opportunities that suit your skill set, level of experience, and physical limitations during pregnancy.
For me, when I was pregnant not too long ago, I really loved being able to work from home. It made life so much easier, and the flexible hours helped greatly for when I wasn’t feeling up to it.
A good starting point could be looking for work-from-home positions or freelance opportunities that allow for more flexible schedules and the possibility of working at your own pace from the comfort of your home.
Recommended reading:
Best Jobs for Pregnant Women
There are 16 ways for pregnant women to make money listed below. If you want to skip the list, here are some jobs that you may want to start learning more about first:
Below are the top jobs for pregnant women.
1. Blogger
Blogging is exactly what I do for a living, and it is how I made money while pregnant as well.
Being a blogger means writing blog posts for people on the internet, just like with this blog post that you are currently reading.
You can write about things you like, such as money, travel, lifestyle, or family. Plus, you get to choose how you make money from your blog – there are lots of ways, like display ads or affiliate marketing.
Blogging is how I earn most of my money, and it has totally transformed my life. I can travel whenever I want, make my own schedule, be my own boss, and spend the whole day with my daughter. Plus, having flexible work hours helped me a ton while pregnant as I was able to choose my working hours.
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2. Freelance writer
Similar to blogging, freelance writing gives pregnant women the opportunity to showcase their writing skills while working remotely. This job allows you to work on various writing projects, such as articles and ebooks.
Freelance writers create articles, website content, social media posts, or even ebooks for different people or companies.
I have worked as a freelance writer for many years. It’s a great career because you can work from home and set your own schedule, like writing only when you’re feeling good during your pregnancy or while your baby is napping.
Recommended reading: 14 Places To Find Freelance Writing Jobs For Beginners
3. Tutor
An online tutor gives academic support to students via video chat or messaging platforms. It’s a good option for pregnant women as it is flexible and can be done from the comfort of your own home.
Helping students with their studies can be a good way to earn money while pregnant. There are lots of ways to tutor from home, and you can make your own schedule and decide how much or how little you want to work.
Recommended reading: 11 Best Places To Find Online Tutoring Jobs (Make $100+ an hour)
4. Sell printables on Etsy
If you have a knack for design, you can create and sell printables on Etsy. This is a great work-from-home option for pregnant women who are creative and enjoy designing digital products.
Printables are digital products you can download and print at home, like checklists for grocery shopping, planners for your budget, invitations for weddings, printable wall art, and more.
I recommend signing up for Free Workshop: How To Earn Money Selling Printables. This free training will give you ideas on what to sell online, how to get started, and how to make printable sales.
Recommended reading: How I Make Money Selling Printables On Etsy
Do you want to make money selling printables online? This free training will give you great ideas on what you can sell, how to get started, the costs, and how to make sales.
5. Virtual assistant
Virtual assistants give administrative support to clients (like an administrative assistant!), including managing emails, organizing calendars, arranging travel (such as booking hotel stays and rental cars), and scheduling appointments.
With the flexibility to set your work hours, this online job is perfect for pregnant women.
I have been a virtual assistant in the past, and I currently have a virtual assistant. It is a much needed job that just continues to become more and more in demand.
Recommended reading: Best Ways To Find Virtual Assistant Jobs
6. Transcriptionist
In this job, you convert audio files into written text. As a transcriptionist, you can work from home with flexible hours, making it one of the good jobs for pregnant women to work from home because you can work as much or as little as you want.
Transcription jobs are flexible, and you can do them right from home.
As an online transcriptionist, your job is to listen to audio or video recordings and write down exactly what is being said. The aim is to do it without making mistakes in spelling, grammar, or punctuation.
I recommend watching Free Workshop: Is a Career in Transcription Right for You? to learn more.
Recommended reading: 18 Best Online Transcription Jobs For Beginners To Make $2,000 Monthly
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In this free training, you will learn what transcription is, why it’s a highly in-demand skill, who hires transcriptionists, how to become a transcriptionist, and more.
7. Answer online surveys
If you are looking for easy jobs while pregnant, then I recommend answering online surveys.
There is no set schedule, and you can do these while watching TV or in bed. No, you won’t get rich (nor will it be a full-time job), but it can give you a little extra spending money.
The survey companies I recommend for extra cash include:
Survey Junkie
Swagbucks
Branded Surveys
PrizeRebel
American Consumer Opinion
User Interviews – These are the highest-paying surveys with the average being around $60. I have personally done one of these, and I was paid $400 for an hour of my time.
Recommended reading: 18 Best Paid Survey Sites To Make $100+ Per Month
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Swagbucks is a site where you can earn points for surveys, shopping online, watching videos, using coupons, and more. You can use your points for gift cards and cash.
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Branded Surveys is one of the most popular survey sites that rewards you in cash and gift cards for sharing your opinion. You can get paid anywhere from $0.50 to $5.00 per survey.
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American Consumer Opinion allows you to express your opinions on products and services through surveys and product testing. You can earn $1 to $5 per survey taken.
8. Proofreader
If you’re good at noticing small details, you could offer your services as a proofreader or editor for various kinds of content. This means checking and fixing mistakes in writing.
People such as writers and business owners hire proofreaders and editors to make their work better.
I personally have a proofreader, and I know many, many others who have proofreaders as well. It is an in-demand job that you can do while pregnant at home.
If you want to become a proofreader, I recommend joining the free 76-minute workshop – Learn How to Become a Proofreader…and Start a Freelance Proofreading Business.
Recommended reading: 20 Best Online Proofreading Jobs For Beginners (Earn $40,000+ A Year)
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This free 76-minute workshop answers all of the most common questions about how to become a proofreader, and even talks about the 5 signs that proofreading could be a perfect fit for you.
9. Bookkeeper
If you’re good with numbers, you might try selling bookkeeping services online or for small businesses, either as a freelancer or part-time.
Bookkeepers are people who handle financial tasks for businesses and this includes keeping track of sales, managing expenses, and creating financial reports.
Plus, you do not need a bachelor’s degree to get started.
If you want to become a bookkeeper, I recommend watching the free training How To Become A Bookkeeper.
Recommended reading: How To Find Online Bookkeeping Jobs
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This free training will teach you what you need to know to become a virtual bookkeeper and make money from home.
10. Sell Canva templates
A Canva template is a ready-made design that you can sell for things like social media graphics, ebooks, and presentations.
Businesses, advertising professionals, social media influencers, and more buy Canva templates because it’s a helpful starting point if you’re not great at designing from scratch. These templates have blank spaces where you can add your own words and pictures. You can also change colors and fonts to fit your preferences.
They’re really useful for making things look good without spending a long time on it.
And, this is where you can come in.
You can design templates and sell them to others to use.
With Canva templates, you can sell a single design an unlimited amount of times. If you’re looking for something passive, this is a great way to learn how to make money while pregnant.
Recommended reading: How I Make $2,000+ Monthly Selling Canva Templates
11. Data entry clerk
Data entry clerks input, update, and double-check information in lists or tables, typing things like numbers and names to keep everything neat and organized.
On average, data entry jobs pay around $15 to $20 per hour.
All you need is an internet connection and a reliable computer to get started too.
This is a low-stress work-from-home job that is good for pregnant women.
12. Write book reviews
Book reviewers read books and get paid to share their opinions in book reviews. There are websites that pay you (and sometimes give you a free book) to talk about what you think of the books.
Some companies that pay for book reviews include Online Book Club, Kirkus Reviews, and BookBrowse.
So, if you find yourself reading a lot of books while pregnant, this can be a great place to start to make extra money.
Recommended reading: 16 Best Ways To Get Paid To Read Books
13. Graphic designer
If you have design skills, you can make money while pregnant by creating logos, website designs, brochures, business cards, marketing materials, and more for clients as an independent contractor.
This is a job that you can do as a freelancer, which means you can make your own schedule and work as much or as little as you would like.
Recommended reading: How To Make Money As A Digital Designer
14. Social media manager
Social media managers and online community managers take care of a business’s social media accounts and online communities (such as forums) with the goal of bringing in new customers and helping the business grow.
They may post pictures or videos to highlight products or the company, and they might join in on popular social media trends, like on TikTok, to get more people to see them.
Social media managers also answer common questions that customers ask, such as on Twitter, in an Instagram Story, or in a TikTok video.
15. Search engine evaluator
A search engine evaluator, also called a Google Rater, is someone who gives ratings to websites based on how good and helpful they are.
This online typing job is perfect for beginners because you don’t need any experience to begin, and you don’t have to be an expert because Google prefers regular people to rate their sites.
Learn more at How To Become a Search Engine Evaluator.
16. Flea market flipper
A flipper buys items from places such as garage sales, Facebook Marketplace, or thrift stores and resells them online for a profit.
For example, you may sell clothing, appliances, household goods, and more as a flipper.
You may be able to earn extra money by flipping items for resale or possibly earn a full-time income!
A helpful free training that I recommend is Turn Your Passion For Visiting Thrift Stores, Yard Sales & Flea Markets Into A Profitable Reselling Business In As Little As 14 Days.
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This free workshop will teach you how to get into the flipping business. It will teach you how to resell furniture, electronics, appliances, and anything else you can find.
Frequently Asked Questions
Below are answers to common questions about finding a job while pregnant.
Should I say I’m pregnant at a job interview? What are the rights of pregnant employees?
Legally, most employers cannot discriminate against you based on pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, as established in the Pregnancy Discrimination Act. However, you might wonder if you should disclose your pregnancy during an interview. Ultimately, it’s your decision. If you believe the job is a good fit for you and your pregnancy, you can choose to discuss it after receiving a job offer to determine the necessary accommodations.
It’s usually within your rights to only disclose your pregnancy when you feel comfortable doing so. You should prioritize your health and the needs of you and your child, and focus on finding a job that supports your situation.
What job should I get while pregnant?
When looking for a job while pregnant, you may want to look for jobs that are not physically demanding and have a flexible work schedule. Some job options for pregnant women include becoming a virtual assistant, freelance writer, or proofreader.
What are suitable jobs for women with high-risk pregnancies?
For women with high-risk pregnancies, it’s important to choose jobs that don’t have exposure to harmful chemicals or require heavy lifting. Remote jobs such as online tutoring, social media management, or bookkeeping are ideal in this situation, but you should always ask your doctor to see which jobs are best for your specific situation.
How can a pregnant woman earn money from home? What are the best remote jobs for pregnant moms?
I think working from home is the best possible job idea for pregnant women, and it’s exactly what I did while pregnant! Pregnant women can earn money from home by taking on remote work or freelancing positions. Some options include proofreading, virtual assistance, freelance writing, bookkeeping, and online tutoring.
Are there jobs available for women in their third trimester of pregnancy?
Yes, there are jobs for women in their third trimester of pregnancy. Remote jobs or freelancing in fields like writing, proofreading, or bookkeeping can be suitable during the third trimester, along with many others!
Can you start a job at 7 months pregnant?
The Pregnancy Discrimination Act of 1978 says that companies with 15 or more employees can’t make job decisions based on pregnancy or childbirth. As long as you can do the job, a company cannot refuse to hire you just because you’re pregnant. So, if you are 7 months pregnant and need a job, you can get one.
What jobs can you not do while pregnant?
Jobs that you may want to avoid while pregnant include those that involve exposure to toxic chemicals or heavy lifting. Also, some roles with high stress or long hours may not be suitable for some pregnant women. I highly recommend talking with your doctor about which jobs are safe for you during your pregnancy if you have questions.
Can I use FMLA while pregnant?
The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) allows qualified employees to take up to 12 weeks off from work without pay for certain family and health reasons, like being pregnant.
Is it OK to not work while pregnant?
Yes, it is okay not to work while you are pregnant. If you can afford it, then saving money ahead of time can be very helpful.
Best Jobs for Pregnant Women – Summary
I hope you enjoyed this article on the best jobs for pregnant women.
Whether you are looking for permanent or temporary jobs while pregnant, you have many options.
If you are wondering what is the best job for a pregnant woman, then the list above is a great place to start. Everyone is different, and everyone’s pregnancies are different – so, you will want to think about what you are comfortable doing as well as what you can physically and mentally handle.
For me, I was so nauseous and sick for the first several months that it was too hard for me to do pretty much anything. Working online was all that I could handle, and even then, that was difficult.
So, do not feel bad if you are not able to handle much. Pregnancy is hard! You are growing a baby and that takes a lot out of a person.
I hope you are able to find the best job for you.
What do you think are the best jobs for pregnant women?
Recommended reading: How To Take Maternity Leave When Self-Employed
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Systeme.io has emerged as a versatile tool in the digital marketing landscape, often met with initial skepticism due to its bold claim of being an all-encompassing, free platform. This skepticism is not uncommon; many assume that a free, all-in-one software solution might compromise on quality.
However, as experienced firsthand, Systeme.io defies these expectations, offering robust functionality that genuinely surprises new users.
The platform serves a multifaceted purpose, aiming to simplify the digital marketing process. It’s designed for entrepreneurs and businesses seeking an integrated solution for email marketing, sales funnels, website building, and more. The importance of such a tool lies in its ability to streamline various marketing tasks, which are often scattered across different platforms, into one cohesive system.
How Systeme.io Works
The user interface of Systeme.io is a standout feature, characterized by its user-friendly design. This ease of use is particularly appealing to those who are new to digital marketing tools. The interface is intuitive, making navigation and operation straightforward, which is a stark contrast to the often complex dashboards of similar tools.
At the core of Systeme.io are several key features that make it a comprehensive digital marketing solution. These include email marketing capabilities, sales funnel creation tools, a website builder, options for hosting membership sites, and affiliate program management.
Each of these features is designed to work seamlessly with the others, providing a unified experience. For instance, the email marketing service is notably efficient, rivaling established providers like ConvertKit, AWeber, and MailChimp, especially with its free subscription model that remains functional up to a certain point.
Features of Systeme.io
Email Marketing: Systeme.io’s email marketing tool is not just about sending emails. It allows you to segment your audience, create personalized email campaigns, and track the performance with detailed analytics. For instance, you can segment your audience based on their behavior, like those who clicked a specific link in your last email. This level of customization ensures that your messages are targeted and effective.
Sales Funnel Builder: The sales funnel builder is a standout feature. It’s not just about creating a sequence of pages; it’s about guiding your potential customers on a journey. You can set up a funnel that starts with a landing page, leads to a product page, and ends with a thank you page, all while tracking user behavior. The drag-and-drop interface makes it easy to design each step, and you can add elements like pop-ups or forms to capture leads.
Blogging and SEO: Systeme.io’s blogging platform is straightforward yet powerful. You can create SEO-friendly blog posts with ease, thanks to features like customizable URLs, meta tags, and integration with Google Analytics. This ensures that your content is not only engaging but also ranks well in search engine results.
Automation and Workflow: Automation in Systeme.io is about saving time and creating efficient processes. For example, you can set up an automation rule to send a welcome email to new subscribers or trigger a specific action when someone purchases a product. This feature simplifies complex marketing tasks, making it easier to manage large-scale campaigns.
Affiliate Program Management: With Systeme.io, you can run your own affiliate program. This means you can recruit affiliates, track their performance, and manage payouts all within the same platform. It’s an excellent way for businesses to expand their reach without a significant increase in marketing spend.
One of the most significant benefits of Systeme.io is its cost-effectiveness. The platform offers a surprising amount of functionality without any initial investment, making it an attractive option for entrepreneurs and small businesses with limited budgets. This aspect was particularly striking, as it’s rare to find a platform that provides such a wide range of features for free.
Another major advantage is the all-in-one nature of Systeme.io. It eliminates the need for multiple subscriptions to different services, consolidating essential marketing tools into one platform. This not only simplifies the management of digital marketing activities but also ensures better integration and efficiency. The platform’s ease of use is a testament to its well-thought-out design, catering to users who may not have extensive experience in digital marketing.
Drawbacks of Systeme.io
Despite its many strengths, Systeme.io is not without its limitations. One notable drawback is the limited customization options. While it offers a range of templates and a user-friendly interface, users who desire more advanced customization may find the platform somewhat restrictive compared to more specialized software.
Scalability can also be a concern with Systeme.io. As businesses grow, their needs become more complex, and the platform may not be able to keep pace with these evolving requirements. This is particularly relevant for larger businesses or those with highly specialized needs. Additionally, while Systeme.io integrates well within its ecosystem, it may have limitations when it comes to integrating with external tools and services.
Systeme.io Pricing Structure
The pricing structure of Systeme.io is one of its most appealing aspects. The platform operates on a freemium model, offering significant functionality without any cost for up to 2000 contacts or email subscribers and three sales funnels. This approach allows users to thoroughly test and experience the platform before committing financially.
When compared to competitors, Systeme.io’s pricing is highly competitive. For instance, platforms like ClickFunnels offer powerful functionality but at a higher cost, typically starting at around $100 per month after a free trial. This can be a significant investment, especially for new entrepreneurs or small businesses. In contrast, Systeme.io’s paid plans, which provide access to a broader range of features, are more affordable, starting at less than $30 a month.
Comparative Analysis with Other Tools
To provide a broader perspective, let’s compare Systeme.io with other popular tools in the market:
Feature/System
Systeme.io
ClickFunnels
HubSpot
Kartra
Email Marketing
Advanced segmentation and automation
Basic email functionalities
Comprehensive email tools with CRM integration
Advanced automation and lead scoring
Sales Funnel Builder
Intuitive drag-and-drop builder
Highly customizable funnels
More focused on inbound marketing
Similar to ClickFunnels with added features
Blogging and SEO
Basic but effective SEO tools
Not a primary feature
Advanced SEO and content strategy tools
Limited blogging capabilities
Automation and Workflow
Simple automation rules
Complex automation capabilities
Extensive automation with CRM integration
Advanced automation but steeper learning curve
Affiliate Program Management
Integrated affiliate management
Available but less intuitive
Not a core feature
Robust affiliate management system
Pricing (Starting Plan)
Free plan available
$97/month
$45/month
$99/month
This comparison shows that while Systeme.io offers a comprehensive suite of tools at an affordable price, platforms like HubSpot and Kartra provide more advanced features in certain areas but at a higher cost. ClickFunnels, on the other hand, is more expensive but offers highly customizable funnel-building capabilities.
User Reviews and Testimonials
User reviews and testimonials play a crucial role in understanding the real-world effectiveness of Systeme.io. Many users have shared success stories, highlighting how the platform has helped them streamline their marketing efforts and grow their businesses. These positive experiences often emphasize the platform’s ease of use, comprehensive feature set, and excellent value for money.
However, it’s also important to consider critiques and common issues raised by users. Some have pointed out the limitations in customization and scalability, as mentioned earlier. These critiques are valuable for potential users to set realistic expectations and for the platform’s developers to identify areas for improvement.
Systeme.io for Different Business Sizes
Systeme.io’s suitability for small businesses is one of its key strengths. Its simple interface, combined with a comprehensive set of tools, makes it an ideal choice for small enterprises looking to establish or expand their online presence without a significant investment in multiple tools or platforms.
For medium to large enterprises, the relevance of Systeme.io can vary. While it offers a solid foundation for digital marketing, larger businesses with more complex needs might find the platform somewhat limiting. However, for businesses at the cusp of growth, Systeme.io can be an excellent tool to start with, providing a cost-effective solution for scaling up their marketing efforts.
Final Verdict on Systeme.io
The overall assessment of Systeme.io is overwhelmingly positive, especially when considering its target audience of small businesses and entrepreneurs. The platform offers a remarkable range of features at an unbeatable price point, making it an excellent choice for those starting their digital marketing journey or looking to consolidate their marketing tools.
The recommendation for specific user groups would vary based on their size, needs, and experience in digital marketing. For beginners and small businesses, Systeme.io is an excellent choice, offering everything needed to get started with digital marketing. For more established businesses or those with very specific needs, it might serve as a stepping stone before moving on to more specialized or advanced platforms.
About the Author
Jeff Rose, CFP® is a Certified Financial Planner™, founder of Good Financial Cents, and author of the personal finance book Soldier of Finance. He was a financial planner for 16+ years having founded, Alliance Wealth Management, a SEC Registered Investment Advisory firm, before selling it to focus on his passion – educating the masses on the importance of financial freedom through this blog, his podcast, and YouTube channel.
Jeff holds a Bachelors in Science in Finance and minor in Accounting from Southern Illinois University – Carbondale. In addition to his CFP® designation, he also earned the marks of AAMS® – Accredited Asset Management Specialist – and CRPC® – Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor.
While a practicing financial advisor, Jeff was named to Investopedia’s distinguished list of Top 100 advisors (as high as #6) multiple times and CNBC’s Digital Advisory Council.
Jeff is an Iraqi combat veteran and served 9 years in the Army National Guard. His work is regularly featured in Forbes, Business Insider, Inc.com and Entrepreneur.
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