Hey everyone, welcome back for another deep dive.
Today we're diving into the world of online side hustles.
Oh yeah, we found a YouTube video
promising to reveal 40 websites
that will pay you daily within 24 hours.
Yeah, quite a claim, right?
So we of course had to dive in and see what's what.
We'll break down some of the most intriguing possibilities
and more importantly give you the context,
the video kind of skipped.
For sure, because let's be real,
a quick buck always sounds great
but you want to be informed.
Exactly.
So think of this deep dive as your guide,
you know, your guide to navigating this world.
Like an online Wild West.
Exactly, and to kick things off,
let's talk about this first category
of getting paid for stuff you already do.
Right, the video starts with a bang,
talking about an app called, I think it's Lime,
that pays you to charge scooters.
Okay, that got my attention.
I've tripped over enough scooters to power a small city.
How does this whole scooter thing actually work?
Well, basically you sign up to be, get this, a juicer.
A juicer, okay.
Yeah, which I mean, sounds way cooler
than it probably is.
You use their app to locate scooters low on battery,
take them home and then charge them up.
I'm assuming just a regular old power outlet.
So you're like a scooter babysitter.
Sounds easy enough, but I mean,
is it actually worth your time?
What kind of earning potential are we talking?
Well, the video mentioned a range,
like five to $20 per scooter.
But that can vary your location,
how much effort you're willing to put in.
Right, because chasing these scooters down
in the middle of the night
doesn't sound like a walk in the park.
For sure.
Are there other, I don't know,
logistical things to consider?
Definitely.
The video mentions that you might need to buy,
like invest in a charger, which can cost,
they said around four bucks.
You're also competing with other juicers for these scooters.
So it's like a scooter gold rush.
Yeah, something like that.
So maybe not a replacement for your day job,
but a fun way to make a little extra cash.
Right, especially if you're already out and about.
Now switching gears a bit,
from the physical to the digital world.
The video highlights an app called Swash.
Claims to pay you for, get this, browsing the web.
Okay, I'm all for getting paid to do something I already do,
which is basically live on the internet.
But what's the catch?
How can they afford to pay people just for,
I don't know, browsing?
That's a great question.
It seems like their business model revolves around data.
So when you install their browser extension,
they collect, they say anonymized data
about your browsing habits.
They claim they use this data for market research
and don't collect sensitive info,
like passwords or credit cards.
But I mean, it's something to be aware of
if you care about privacy.
Yeah, for sure, for sure.
So they're basically monetizing your data,
even if it's anonymized, selling it to companies
that wanna know what you're looking at online.
Exactly, and this brings up a good point
about a lot of these online earning opportunities.
Often you're not just a user, you're also the product.
Ooh, I like that.
Your data is valuable
and companies are willing to pay for it.
That's a good reminder.
Always read the fine print.
Understand how your data is being used.
Absolutely.
Okay.
Now let's talk about another platform
that caught my eye, Toggle.
Okay.
This one is more traditional.
They're a European software company
and they offer remote job opportunities.
Ooh, remote work.
That's the dream for, I think, everyone these days.
What kind of positions are they offering?
They seem to have a variety,
but the video specifically mentioned,
software development and customer support.
And here's the kicker.
Some of these roles come with salaries
up to $80,000 annually.
Wow, $80,000 for a remote job?
That's nothing to sneeze at.
Okay, I am adding Toggle to my list to check out for sure,
but I have a feeling there's a catch.
You're probably right.
There is a bit of a geographical limitation.
Seems like you need to be based in Europe to be eligible.
There it is.
Still, it's good to know that there are, you know,
legitimate, well-paying remote jobs out there,
even if they're not all accessible to everyone.
Absolutely.
So moving on to a category I know a lot of people
are curious about, passive income.
Ooh, yes.
The video mentions a few platforms that promise, you know,
to help you earn money in your sleep,
but as always, the reality is a bit more nuanced.
Right, because who doesn't love the idea of money
magically appearing in their bank account
while they're, I don't know, binge watching their favorite show?
But let's break down some of these passive income streams.
See what's what.
One that I thought was interesting is called School.
Okay.
It's a platform where you can, you know,
create and sell online courses.
But it's more than just that.
It's about building like a community around your expertise.
So it's like a combination of online education
and, dare I say it, online influencing.
Yeah, exactly.
Okay.
The video highlights, some creators on school
are earning, get this, tens of thousands of dollars,
monthly recurring revenue.
Wow.
But I imagine it takes a lot of effort
to build that kind of engaged community, right?
It's not like you just hit publish on your course
and then the money starts rolling in.
Right, definitely not.
You need to create high quality content,
engage with your audience,
constantly find ways to, you know, add value.
It's a business.
And like any business,
it requires dedication and hard work.
There's no such thing as a free lunch, huh?
Even in the world of online income.
Exactly, precisely.
Another platform that caught my eye was Skillshare.
Oh, okay.
This is also in the online learning space.
However, unlike school,
which is more about building a community,
Skillshare is focused on individual courses.
So if school is like creating your own online schoolhouse,
then Skillshare is more like offering individual workshops.
That's a great way to put it.
And it seems like Skillshare could be a good option
for people who wanna kind of dip their toes
into the online teaching world
without the pressure of building a full-fledged community.
Makes sense.
It's all about finding the platform
that aligns with your goals and your comfort level, I guess.
Now, I know we've been talking a lot about
these digital platforms,
but the video also mentions a few real-world opportunities.
One that caught my eye was,
I think it was called WeWord,
an app that claims to pay you for walking.
Ah, yes.
The get paid to move category.
It does sound almost too good to be true.
Let's look into it.
Right, because I'm already walking everywhere,
so why not get paid for it?
But how does it actually work?
Do they track your steps with your phone?
That's my understanding.
Download the app, it tracks your steps in the background,
and you earn points that you can redeem for rewards.
The video doesn't really offer specifics
about earning potential,
so it's hard to say how much you can realistically expect to make.
Okay, so probably not gonna be quitting my day job
to become a professional walker,
but hey, a little extra pocket change
for something I'm already doing sounds all right to me.
Right, it's all about those little wins.
And speaking of small wins,
the video also dives into those micro task websites.
These platforms are all the rage
for people looking to earn some extra cash
in their spare time.
Yeah, yeah, I remember seeing those on the list.
Honestly though, the idea of doing these tiny tasks
for I'm assuming not very much money sounds a bit tedious.
Yeah, you're not wrong.
The paper task is often very, very low.
Like we're talking sometimes just a few cents.
Oh wow.
Yeah, so you would need to be like really churning
through a high volume to make any decent income.
It's all about that earnings per hour metric.
Earnings per hour, that's a good point.
So it's not just how much you get paid per task,
but how many you can actually do realistically in an hour.
Exactly, and when you break it down like that,
suddenly your earning potential may not seem
as impressive as it initially seemed.
Especially when you compare it to like minimum wage
or other earning opportunities.
Right, so maybe not a sustainable full-time income,
but potentially a good way to make
a couple extra bucks here and there.
That's a good way to put it.
Now before we wrap up this deep dive,
let's talk about one more category I know is near
and dear to your heart, getting paid for your opinions.
Oh, you know me too well.
Lay it on me, what platforms are we looking at?
All right, so the video mentions
a couple of different survey sites.
Panda Research was one, Prize Rebel, and then Five Surveys.
These platforms pay you for completing surveys,
maybe participating in focus groups,
or even just like testing out products.
Okay, so it's basically like market research,
but with like a little bonus, sounds pretty straightforward.
Are these surveys actually fun though?
Or is it more like, I don't know, work disguised as leisure?
That's the million dollar question.
It really depends I think on the survey and your interests,
but realistically it is important to go into it
with the understanding that it is a form of work,
even if it's relatively low effort.
Right, nobody's getting rich
filling out surveys all day long,
but it could be, I don't know, a way to share your thoughts,
maybe even discover some new products or whatever
and get a little something on the set.
Exactly, it's all about what works for you
and your lifestyle.
Well there you have it folks.
We've journeyed through the fascinating,
sometimes overwhelming world of online earning.
Everything from charging scooters to passive income streams,
even the Wild West, those micro task websites.
We covered a lot of ground today
and hopefully it's been informative and empowering.
Absolutely, because at the end of the day,
whether you're trying to earn a full-time income online
or just make a little extra cash on the side,
the key is to be informed, be realistic,
and most importantly, have fun.
Couldn't have said it better myself.
Do your research, find opportunities
that really appeal to you and who knows,
maybe you'll discover your next big side hustle.
And if you do, let us know.
We wanna hear about all your online earning adventures.
Until next time, happy hustling.