Simple Ideas to Make Money Online
There are literally unlimited ways of making money online. Some require technical skills that only a gifted minority can manage, whilst others are at the least dubious when it boils down to ethics, either legally or morally. Some simple ideas we all can try include:
Creating a website or blog and advertising
Free sites such asBloggerandWebswill assist you in creating your own website or blog, it is then up to you to provide content with SEO and draw people to your site. SEO (Search Engine Optimization) is the key factor in drawing volume and quality of traffic to your site. The higher your site lands in the rankings, the more visitors you will get.
VisitAdsense,Kontera, orAdbriteto organize and target your advertising, and you have created a revenue stream.
Writing sites
There are many “free to join” online writing sites. They include Helium (this site),Associated Content,Bukisa, andSquidoo, just to name a few. From personal experience, I believe Helium is the best place to start for a beginner.
If you are thinking of joining, I encourage you to read the article“How to get started as a new writer to Helium”,to discover everything you need to know.
Paid Surveys
Completing paid surveys from Online Market Research Panels is a reliable way of making money online. That is once you have established the legitimate and reputable survey sites. Contrary to what you may see on some bogus sites, all legitimate survey sites are free to join. However, no matter how proficient one becomes, survey taking should never be considered as a full time occupation.
There are many helpful articles here at Helium if you want to get started, including“How to find names of Survey Companies”and “Top paid survey sites that really pay.”
Selling on eBay
For those of you who may not know,eBayis an online auction house. You can buy or sell practically anything on eBay. For example, you can start by selling your second-hand clothes. Brand name items sell well. With the income gained, you can then purchase further “stock” from wholesalers or stores offering heavily discounted specials.
If this appeals to you, the Helium articleStep-by-step guide to selling on eBayis worth a read.
Online gambling.
Okay, I realize a few eyebrows will be raised by this suggestion! Although it is not for everyone, including me, professional poker players will attest to the fact he/she can make money online by this medium. Therefore, it is entitled to be listed.
If you are considering this, I recommend reading the Helium articleBest Places to Bet Online.
Initially, choose the area you are most comfortable with, and then spend the time to research, research, and research first, before “having a go.” Hopefully, the money will start trickling, and then rolling in.
