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How To Sell On Etsy Successfully In 2023: A Beginner’s Guide

Last Updated: March 20, 2023 BY Michelle Schroeder-Gardner - 1 Comment

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Do you want to learn how to sell on Etsy?

You can sell all different kinds of products on Etsy, from digital products, to both new and vintage physical items. You can sell printables, jewelry, craft supplies, clothing, home decor, furniture, art, and so much more on the Etsy website.

Today, I have a great interview to share with you on how to sell on Etsy successfully. I interviewed Nancy Badillo, an Etsy shop expert. She helps Etsy sellers turn their passions into profits by teaching them how to start, manage, and scale their Etsy shop to a full-time income.

Nancy has 7 years experience as an Etsy seller. She started selling on Etsy in 2016 and made $21,000 in her first year. She then made $60,000 by her second year on Etsy.

Are you wondering questions such as:

How much money can you make on Etsy?
How can I decide what to sell on Etsy?
What sells best on Etsy?
Is it still worth it to sell on Etsy in 2023?

Today’s interview will help you get started selling on Etsy and perhaps even introduce you to a new way to make money. Or, you may learn how to improve the Etsy shop that you already have!

Also, Nancy created Etsy Mastery Course, which has been taken by over 8,000 people. This course will help you to learn the exact steps to make a full-time income from your own Etsy shop. You will learn how to choose a profitable product to sell, how to decide on an Etsy shop name, learn all about Etsy SEO, how to price your items on Etsy, how to provide an excellent customer service experience, and so much more. This course is jam packed full of educational lessons so that you can learn how to sell on Etsy. [Read more…]

Legit Ways To Find Free Gas Cards + How To Save Money On Gas

Last Updated: March 13, 2023 BY Michelle Schroeder-Gardner - 2 Comments

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Are you interested in finding free gas cards and saving money on fuel?

Your monthly gas spending is probably one of your biggest expenses each month. And if the increasing price of gas is getting you down, there are ways to save money on gas and find free gas cards!

Gas prices are higher than normal these days, so you are probably paying more than usual.

Despite rising prices, gas is something most people need to get to work, school, run errands, socialize with others, and more. It’s not a luxury that you can completely cut out of your life.

There are ways to save on gas, like bulking your errands together or carpooling, but as I said, buying gas is essential for most people.

Fortunately, even though filling up your car’s gas tank can get pretty expensive, there are plenty of ways to save money.

Learning how to save money on gas and knowing how to get free gas cards online can help low-income families and those who need financial assistance. This can help you and your family get to work, school, medical appointments, and to live life.

In today’s article, I have put together a list of resources for you that includes places and websites where you can find free gas cards, apply for free gas vouchers, and sign up for assistance programs for gas expenses.

There are a surprising number of ways to find free gas cards, and I look forward to sharing them with you today!

I’ve also included simple ideas for saving money on gas. You may have tried some of them before, but I hope you find even more tips to try. [Read more…]

How I Make $280,000 Each Year Working Just 20 Hours A Week

Last Updated: March 8, 2023 BY Michelle Schroeder-Gardner - 13 Comments

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Do you want to learn how to start a money making blog?

Today, I am sharing a great interview with Kristin Hanes from The Wayward Home. Kristin earns $280,000 a year from her alternative living blog where she talks about RVs, van life, tiny homes, boats, and more.

Kristin is a journalist and former radio news reporter who founded The Wayward Home and The Wayward Home Podcast as a place to learn about alternative living.

She currently lives on a sailboat and in a Sprinter van, and has written articles about alternative living published in Good Housekeeping, Business Insider, Marie Claire and SF Gate. Kristin’s also been featured in Business Insider, SF Gate, KPIX TV, Fodors and Lonely Planet, among others.

In today’s interview, questions answered include:

How much have you earned blogging over the years?
How do you earn money on your blog?
Where do you get your ideas for new blog posts?
How do you get readers and traffic to your blog?
How do you manage traveling and working? What tips do you have for digital nomads?

Plus more!

Today’s interview will help you get started and perhaps even introduce you to a new way to make money from home. Or, maybe you’ll learn how to start making more money with the blog that you already have.

Kristin shares many great tips on how to grow a money making blog in this interview.

If you want to start your own blog and learn how to become a blogger and get paid, this is a great article to help you get started. [Read more…]

20+ Best Jobs That Pay $20 An Hour Or More

Last Updated: March 19, 2023 BY Michelle Schroeder-Gardner - 8 Comments

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Looking for jobs that pay $20 an hour or more?

Whether you are looking for full-time or part-time jobs that pay $20 an hour or more, there are many different jobs that may interest you.

There are plenty of great jobs that pay $20 an hour and much more.

Some jobs may require a degree or training, whereas others you may be able to start with no previous experience.

Some may allow you to work from home, whereas others may have you working in an office or in other people’s homes.

There are also labor shortages in many different industries, and many companies are offering sign-on bonuses of several hundred dollars when you are hired.

You may even receive a sign-on bonus for jobs that pay $20 an hour with no experience.

The jobs I’m sharing with you today are ones across a variety of industries and are great for nearly any kind of experience level, whether you are looking for an entry-level position or for job postings that are looking for someone who has a lot of experience.

There are even some that you can start and earn your first paycheck in about a week.

So if you’re ready to make money, then check out my list of 20+ best jobs that pay $20 an hour or more!

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14 Places To Find Freelance Writing Jobs – (Start With No Experience!)

Last Updated: February 6, 2023 BY Michelle Schroeder-Gardner - 7 Comments

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Are you looking for freelance writing jobs? With so much content being published online, there are more online content writing jobs than ever before!

Freelance writers are self-employed people who work for magazines, blogs, websites, companies, and more. In fact, much of what you read online these days is written by a freelance writer.

I was a freelance writer for many years, and I enjoyed it a lot.

I wrote for many different websites and companies, and I earned a great income doing so.

Freelance writing helped me increase my income while I was growing my blog, but now I write full-time here on Making Sense of Cents and not for anyone else.

When I was taking online writing jobs, I enjoyed it because it allowed me to:

Make a good income
Work from anywhere, even while I traveled
Be my own boss
Have a flexible schedule
Work with interesting clients
Do something I enjoy doing – which is writing!

If you’re interested, freelance writing can be a flexible side hustle or even a full-time business. You can find freelance writing jobs from home, work on your own schedule, and grow your business at your own pace.

There is a high demand for online freelance writing jobs, and you can do it from home or while traveling. There are even entry-level freelance writing jobs for beginners with no experience.

This is a job that can earn you over $50,000 a year, with a lot of room for growth. So many people are looking for freelance writers, and this can be a great career option to get started with. [Read more…]

32 Best Stay At Home Jobs For Moms & Dads (Great, Flexible Ideas!)

Last Updated: March 14, 2023 BY Michelle Schroeder-Gardner - 2 Comments

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Becoming a mom is one of the best things to ever happen to me, and I love that my job is flexible enough that I get to spend time playing with my daughter and watching her grow up.

I know not everyone wants to work from home with their kids, but I am grateful that I can work at home while raising my little one.

Parents have a range of options these days when it comes to working from home. There are:

Freelance jobs for parents
Online jobs for stay at home moms and dads
Typing jobs for stay at home moms and dads
Jobs for stay-at home moms with no degree
Data entry jobs for stay at home moms and dads

And much more!

The ideas I’m telling you about in today’s article are more than just stay at home mom jobs. These are remote jobs for dads, aunts, uncles, grandparents, caregivers, and anyone else who wants a flexible job that allows them to work from home.

That’s why the best jobs for stay at home moms and dads are all flexible, and many of them are very easy to start.

For many, being able to have a more flexible schedule while raising children is important. And I completely understand that.

I love that I have one of the best work from home jobs for moms with babies! The flexibility of blogging means I mostly work when my daughter naps. When she’s awake, I get to spend time playing with her and watching her explore the world.

I know, I know. Because she’s a baby, it won’t always be like this forever, haha! But building a business I love that I can run from home on my own schedule gives me so much freedom to be with her right now.

Being a parent is hard work – it alone is a full-time job, and that’s why I was excited to create a list of the best jobs for stay at home moms and dads.

It’s more important than ever before to help people find jobs that make it easier to be a parent and make money.

Right now, there are many different flexible jobs and legitimate work that allow you to work from home. Whether you are looking for a side hustle or a full-time job, there are many options that may interest you.

So if you’ve ever asked, “How can I make money as a stay at home mom or dad?” Then this article has over 30 excellent ideas for you! [Read more…]

How To Become A Ghostwriter And Make $100,000+ Each Year

Last Updated: January 9, 2023 BY Michelle Schroeder-Gardner - 2 Comments

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Do you want to learn how to become a ghostwriter for books?

Ghostwriters write books and content for others, but their names aren’t publicly shared or credited as the author.

If you want to learn how to become a ghostwriter for books and find ghostwriting jobs for beginners, this is the article for you.

Finding a ghostwriting job is a dream for many and being able to make money writing from home can be a great career choice.

Today, I have an informative interview about how to become a ghostwriter with Alex Cody Foster. He has ghostwritten eight #1 Amazon Bestsellers, wrote for one of the U.K’s most successful thriller writers, and worked as John McAfee’s ghostwriter for six months, which is profiled in a Netflix documentary.

Alex recently created Ghostwriting University, an online course on how to become a ghostwriter. This course teaches students how to become a ghostwriter for books, and every step in the ghostwriting process is included — how to find ghostwriting clients; initial client calls; interviews; outline; first draft; final draft; and fully published book.

Alex also has a free mini course where you can learn beginner tips on how to become a ghostwriter and what you need to get started.

Are you wondering questions such as:

What is the typical ghostwriter’s salary?
Do you need a degree to be a ghostwriter?
Can anyone be a ghostwriter?
How do I start a career in ghostwriting?
Is ghostwriting ethical?

Today’s interview will help you learn how to become a ghostwriter and perhaps even introduce you to a new way to make money from home. [Read more…]