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How I Make $1,500 A Month As A Podcast Virtual Assistant

March 27, 2020 BY Michelle Schroeder-Gardner - 3 Comments

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Hello! Today, I have a great guest post from Melanie. She started a business as a podcast virtual assistant and talks about how you can too. You can download her free workbook – Podcast VAs: What Services Should I Offer? Enjoy!

I’m Melanie Scroggins – voice actor and podcast producer. I currently live in Austin, TX with my husband and two fur babies.

I’ve been working in audio production for almost three years, and what started as a fun hobby, turned into a lucrative side gig that gave me the confidence to leave my last job and turn podcasting into a business.

At this point in my journey, I work part-time on podcasts. But when I was working on podcasts full-time, I usually worked with three clients (10-12 hours a week per show) and brought in over $3,000 a month. Now that I work on podcasts part-time (about 10 hours a week) I bring in an average of $1,500 a month.

Working as a Podcast VA allowed me the flexibility to quit my full-time office job and pursue what I believe to be my calling. I have continued to work as a Podcast virtual assistant because I love the work and the industry – there is always something new to learn!

Every day at my job was the same.

Fluorescent lights buzzing. Fingers clacking on keyboards. Phones ringing. People chatting… constantly.

I’d go in, get my work done and then I’d go home. [Read more…]

15 Of My Best Working From Home Tips So You Can Succeed

March 23, 2020 BY Michelle Schroeder-Gardner - 7 Comments

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Do you need some working from home tips to make it easier to transition to remote work?

More and more people are starting to work from home or are becoming location independent and traveling while they work, such as those who backpack, RV, or sail full-time.

If you’re new to working from home, you quickly realize that it’s not as easy as it may seem. In the beginning when you’re new it may seem like a great thing, but it can easily turn sour if you are not careful with how you use your time.

Just because you are working from home doesn’t mean that you all of a sudden have 8-10 hours a day of free time – you will still be expected to WORK!

The only thing that has changed is WHERE you are working.

I have been working from home and while traveling since 2013 – so for around 7 years now! [Read more…]

How To Become A Proofreader And Work From Anywhere

March 18, 2020 BY Michelle Schroeder-Gardner - 3 Comments

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Do you want to learn how to become a proofreader?

If you’re interested in making extra money and you want to be able to to work from anywhere, working as a proofreader is a great way to start making more money.

Proofreading is a flexible and detail-orientated side hustle. All you need to work as a proofreader is a laptop or tablet, an internet connection, and a good eye for pointing out mistakes.

So, if you want to find out how to become a proofreader, pay attention to today’s interview with Caitlin Pyle from Proofread Anywhere!

In 2014, Caitlin made slightly over $43,000 by being a freelance proofreader, while also going on several fun vacations.

You may actually remember Caitlin from when I first interviewed her about how to become a court transcript proofreader. She explained what transcription proofreading is, how much you can make, and what it takes to get started. [Read more…]

16 Ideas That Will Teach You How To Find Time To Make Extra Money

February 24, 2020 BY Michelle Schroeder-Gardner - 12 Comments

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Would you like to learn how to find time to make extra money? Do you work a full-time job and feel like there isn’t enough time in the day to make more money?

For several years, I worked full-time and found different ways to make extra money, such as starting and building my blog Making Sense of Cents. Before that, I was working full-time while also attending college full-time.

Working 100 hour weeks was a regular thing for me for many, many years.

I won’t lie – working that many hours a week at both my regular job and school or side hustles was exhausting at times. I found every extra bit of time I could during the day and used it to make extra money. I took online surveys, did mystery shops, and more.

The reason I was working so much was because I was focused on paying off my student loan debt. I knew that I didn’t want that debt hanging over me, especially if I was able to make extra money to pay it off sooner.

Fortunately, learning how to find time to make extra money paid off, literally – it allowed me to pay off my $40,000 student loan debt in just 7 months. [Read more…]

Make Extra Cash By Learning How To Sell Your Stuff!

February 19, 2020 BY Michelle Schroeder-Gardner - 12 Comments

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Are you wondering how to sell your stuff?

Learning how to sell your stuff online or in person is a great way to declutter, make some extra money, and reduce your stress.

I’m sure everyone has extra things laying around their home that they don’t need. If you are trying to pay off debt or reach some sort of financial goal, I highly recommend you read today’s post so that you can learn how to sell your stuff to make money.

I have a lot of experience when it comes to learning how to sell your stuff.

I had to get rid of almost all of my belongings before we started traveling full-time, and I also used to work at a used clothing store for several years when I was younger. So, I have experience on both sides – both selling my old items as well as buying items from customers who were cleaning out their closets.

I was always shocked by the number of things people brought into my store. People brought in bags and bags of stuff, and it was a great way for them to make some extra money. [Read more…]

How I Made Money in 2019 With My Blog – Annual Wrap Up

January 24, 2020 BY Michelle Schroeder-Gardner - 30 Comments

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Welcome to 2019’s annual business report where I show you how I made money online.

If you’re new to Making Sense of Cents, you may be wondering why I would want to publish my business report each month.

This all started out as my extra income report because, in the beginning, it was all about the money I was earning from my side jobs. In my side income reports from the beginning, I included all of the income I made except for what I made at my day job.

However, I left my day job as a financial analyst in October of 2013 and now my monthly business reports consist of the many ways I earn a living with my business.

Many have asked why I would ever want to publicly talk about what I’m working on each month. Some think I’m crazy, whereas some are glad I’m open about what I’m doing. Whatever you think, I enjoy publishing my monthly business reports and I share them publicly for three main reasons:

Before I started blogging, I knew nothing about side hustling and making money online. I didn’t think side jobs were worth the effort and I thought the only way to significantly increase your income was through raises at your full-time job. If it weren’t for others publishing their monthly income reports, I don’t know if I would have ever tried side hustling. I want to help show others the positives in side hustling and how it can change a person’s life. There are many different ways to make money online, and I like to share my story each month to help motivate others to improve their financial situation by making more money.
Secondly, I like to publish my business blogging reports because it’s a way for me to look back, learn from my mistakes and actually see what areas need improvement. I use my monthly blogging reports as a way to track how I’ve done and it helps to keep me accountable.
Lastly, I like to show others that making side money is possible and that there are many legitimate ways to make money from your home.

I know I say this every month, but it’s the truth. Life is great now that I’m my own boss and a full-time blogger. I look forward to each and every day and it’s a wonderful feeling. I truly love waking up every single morning. [Read more…]

80+ Ways To Earn Extra Money In 2020!

January 13, 2020 BY Michelle Schroeder-Gardner - 6 Comments

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Would you like to learn how to earn extra money in 2020?

Learning how to earn extra income on the side of my day job helped me pay off $38,000 in student loans in 7 months. It’s how I eventually turned my side hustle (blogging) into a full-time job, and it’s how I now travel full-time pursuing my passions.

It’s safe to say that learning how to earn extra money has completely changed my life for the better.

I talk a lot about finding new ways to make extra money on the side because it’s something that I truly believe in.

And, with so many ways to make more money, there is something for everyone.

So, whether you want to pay off your debt, stop living paycheck to paycheck, start investing more, save for emergencies, etc., there are dozens of ways that you can make your goals happen even faster. [Read more…]

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