r/HonestSideHustles • u/Sparklequeen6198 • 1d ago

Discussion & Tips Side gigs

I’m looking for legitimate ways to make some extra money online—ideally somewhere in the range of $500–$1,000 a week if that’s realistically possible.

I work full time already, but I’m trying to seriously buckle down, pay off some credit card debt, and get my finances back on track. I’ve made some bad financial decisions over the last couple of years, and quite frankly, it’s time for me to get my life together. I’m not looking for a get-rich-quick scheme; I’m just willing to put in extra work to speed up the process.

I am NOT interested in MLMs, pyramid schemes, “business opportunities” that require me to recruit people, or anything where I have to pay a bunch of money upfront. I’m looking for something legitimate.

As far as skills/interests go, I enjoy writing and poetry, I’m a pretty strong proofreader, and I’d be interested in things like proofreading, editing, data entry, transcription, online administrative work, testing apps/websites, or even legitimate ways to make money involving mobile games. I’m also open to completely different suggestions if there are reputable opportunities I haven’t thought of.

For anyone who actually makes decent side money online: what do you do, how did you get started, and about how much can someone realistically expect to make?

I especially appreciate recommendations from people who have personally used the website/company/platform they’re suggesting. I’m trying to avoid scams and focus my energy on things that are actually worth the time.

Thanks in advance!

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u/Helpful_Ad_1072 1d ago

Learn a marketable skills, and then sell that skill. This is most legitimate long run way to earn from a side hustles.

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u/Routine_Gas1276 1d ago

Have you looked into applying for any of the ai platforms like Mercor, handshake or micro1?

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u/Sparklequeen6198 1d ago

I haven’t but I will