I n Thomas Friedman’s seminal macroeconomics text, The World is Flat. the renowned New York Times contributor repeatedly warns his readers that economic success in the 21st century will be directly tied to being skilled in a variety of areas. While Friedman is referring more specifically to the breakdown of traditional careers, due to the rise of international job markets in the digital age, he may as well have been predicting the moneymaking opportunities available to normal, everyday people as well as wunderkinds graduating from Kellogg or Kelley with MBAs in tow.
In fact, finding ways to make yourself some quick cash (or set up long-term freelance or contracted gigs) has never been easier, as long as you know where to look and how to market yourself.
Online gigs have provided the extra cash needed for startup entrepreneurs to help finance their new venture, college kids pay their tuition, allowed stay-at-home moms to earn extra cash, and even enabled people with full-time careers to make money to pay for that annual family vacation. Furthermore, many online freelance contracts can be stimulating and help one improve upon a wider skill-set. In fact, some individuals started out as ‘recreational freelancers’ and later turned into full-time freelancers who earn six-figure incomes while blogging in coffee shops. This is the new economy, and it’s important you are aware of what’s out there, in case you need some extra cash or are looking for a lifestyle/career change. With this in mind, Capitalist Creations has put together a quick hit list of 10 rather unconventional ways you can make money right now in the new digital economy. all starting with a few clicks of your mouse.
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