IFE ADEDAPO writes on way to make money legally using easy and quick tactics
With the poor state of the economy where manufacturing companies’ capacity utilisation is low, and the cost of production is high, employers are laying off workers regularly.
The job loss trend is not only affecting the manufacturing companies, firms in other sectors are also feeling the heat.
Experts advise those who may have lost their jobs during these trying times not to lose hope because the skill sets they have gathered when they were employed can still fetch them quick money.
Moreover as a student, making money through legal means is an opportunity to value hard work and earn an income.
What life conditions have you found yourself in? Do you have family responsibilities that you need to take care of? Are you in need of quick money to offset some debts?
Take a part-time job
A Travel/ Tech writer, Jovago. com, Ms. NkemNdem, says that taking on a part-time job, especially for people on vacation can be very handy.
She points out that they can make quick extra cash, with part-time jobs that include tips.
She says, “You can work as a night waiter in a restaurant or club, a retail clerk, or sales person. Most times, it will take at least two weeks to receive that first paycheck, but if you are good at negotiating, you can land yourself a part-time job that pays you per hour or at the end of the day.”
She suggests that odd jobs are other options even though they may not seem glamorous as they are usually menial jobs,
On the other hand, Ndem says odd jobs offer immediate money in your pocket.
Citing examples of available odd jobs in the country, she says, “You could babysit, walk dogs or do general cleaning; you just need to offer your services for a reasonable price.”
Sell unused assets
Ndem observes that the best time to get rid of old items that are no longer useful may be the time when you need the extra income to solve a dire problem or survive.
According to her, people can get quick cash when they clean out all their unused items.
She says, “Check your closet, book shelves, and store and sell your clutter for cash. Remember, if you have not used it or worn it in the last year, it is certainly time to let go. If for some reasons, you do not own anything you can sell, make something and sell.
According to Ndem, the growing trend for vintage and homemade products shows no sign of stopping and the Internet is full of well-known shopping outlets for such wares.
She adds, “You would be surprised the kind of things that sell quickly on e-commerce websites. Aside from handmade items such as crafts, jewelry, painting, you can try soaps and perfumes although these typically take a little longer to make. Again, do not limit yourself to Internet sales; consider specialty stores for some items.”
Register for competitions
Ndem says it is generally known that Nigerians love promos and grand prizes, adding that there are many companies in the country which always have some sorts of competition or promo running that would benefit the winners.
She explains, “The prizes usually consist of large sums of money, which when won, can give the winner a lot of extra cash. A good way to get quick cash would be registering for these competitions. While entering these competitions comes with no guarantees, there is a growing community of people making a lot of cash on all sorts of competitions.
“Competitions available for entering range from simple registration forms to social media page liking and answering questions correctly over the phone to a TV/radio game show.”
Offer training classes
Everyone has some sort of knowledge to pass across and another great way to earn money is by teaching skill acquisition classes, Ndem says.
For instance, she says a fitness expert can start an exercise or nutrition class in a large spacious area in his or her residence, estate or a hotel area.
She adds, “From cooking, makeup, bead-making, hairdressing, instrument playing, dancing and to dog training, people are willing to pay to learn about many fields of knowledge, and you can benefit from that. You just have to make sure the class sounds unique and irresistible, that way you will have people signing up over and over again.”
Affiliate marketing
Experts define affiliate marketing as the process of earning a commission by promoting other people’s (or company’s) products.
A Business Consultant, Mr. GbengaOgunbanwo, says people who are very active on social media can start earning extra income by promoting company’s product and services.
He adds an active blog or website can be used to promote other people’s businesses in exchange for money.
For instance, he says, “Jumia offers affiliate programmes for people who are willing to partner them to promote its products on your website and earn a commission with every order placed from your website.”
Ogunbanwo advises that other organisations which offer affiliate programmes can be a means of steady income for people who are willing to take up the opportunity.
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