10 ways to earn an extra $1000 per month

Are you sick and tired of feeling like you’ll never have enough money and paycheck to living? You are not alone!

For many people, an extra $1000 a month can go a long way, especially with the rising cost of groceries and gas.

Today, I want to share some effective strategies to earn an extra $1,000 per month.

These ideas should get your wheels turning with some things you can do in your down time, whether you’re looking for a side business to supplement your income or you just want to increase your savings.

So get your coffee and let’s get started!

10 ways to earn an extra $1000 per month

1 – Selling digital printables

Selling digital printables is a way to earn an extra $1000 a month from home, in your spare time.

Digital printables are documents that users can download and print for their own use at home, like PDFs. These files can include everything from recipe cards and planner pages to wall art or birthday wishes.

Ease of creation and lack of need for physical inventory are two advantages of selling digital printables. This enables you to create your files once and sell them over and over again, potentially generating passive cash.

Additionally, you can sell your digital printables on sites like Selfie or Shopify, making it easy to reach a large audience of potential customers.

Creating digital printables requires no graphic design experience, and there are many online tools that make it easy for people with no design experience to create professional-looking files.

For example, you can use software like Canva, Adobe Illustrator or even Microsoft Word to create your digital printables. These tools come with pre-made templates, designs, and graphics that make it easy to create your files in no time, even if you don’t know what you’re doing.

My friend Julie at Gold City Ventures has an informative free e-book you can check out with some more information on making money with printables!

2 – Freelancing/contract work

4 – Selling products online

Selling products online is a great way to earn an extra $1000 per month because it allows you to use the power of the internet to your advantage and reach a large audience of potential customers!

With e-commerce platforms like Amazon, Sellfy and Etsy, you can set up a virtual store and start selling products without worrying about the costs and hassle of opening a brick-and-mortar store.

Additionally, the Internet allows you to reach customers 24/7, so you can make sales even when you are not actively working on your business.

Another advantage of selling products online is that it allows you to start a business with less investment. Unlike traditional retail businesses, which often require a large upfront investment, an e-commerce business can be started with a relatively small amount.

This means that you can start making extra money quickly and with minimal risk!

5 – Offering pet sitting or dog walking services

If you are a pet lover, you can offer your pet sitting or dog walking services to earn some extra money every month.

Pet sitting and dog walking on your own time as a side gig, means you can take jobs when they’re convenient for you and turn them down when they’re not.

If you live in an area where many people need these services, earning an extra thousand a month is not out of the question.

As a pet sitter, you should be able to earn $15 to $30 per hour, charging more for overnight stays. Getting paid to walk the dog should earn you about the same amount.

If you want to start some pet sitting or dog walking in your area but have no idea how to market your services, consider listing yourself with Rover. They take care of that much for you!

6 – Copy files

Work at home transcription (especially general transcription) can pay on the low side — sometimes so low that you can’t rely on it for a full-time income.

However, it can be great for side income, and it is very possible for various companies to earn $1000 or more per month transcribing audio files.

Without going into specifics, transcription is basically listening to audio files and accurately typing what you hear. This blog post provides a more detailed explanation.

You do transcription work on a freelance basis on your own schedule. Most companies don’t require much experience to get you started, but they may ask you to take a skills test first just to make sure your grammar and attention to detail are good.

Some companies allow you to work as a general transcriber as a beginner Rev, Transcribe MrAnd Quicktate.

7 – Renting out your spare space

Renting out your spare space is a great way to make extra money without the comfort of your own home. There are several options for renting out your spare space, including:

1. Renting an additional room: If you have a spare room in your house, you can rent it on the platform Airbnb. This is a great option if you want to earn some extra money and meet new people, as you will be able to host guests from all over the world.
2. Renting out your driveway or garage: If you have a driveway or garage that you don’t use, you can rent them out to people looking for a place to park their cars. Like the platform SpotHero, Justpark (UK), and Parklet (UK) makes it easy to rent out your spare space to drivers in your area.
3. Renting out storage space: If you have extra space in your home, such as a basement or attic, you can rent it out to people looking for storage space. For example, neighbors and Storemate (UK) are two companies that help you find people in your area who need storage space and are willing to pay for it.

Whether you want to supplement your income or earn a little extra cash, renting out your spare space is a great option!

8 – Driving for DoorDash

Driving for DoorDash can be a great way to earn extra money using your personal car. Here’s how you can do it:

1. Register: Get started by visiting the DoorDash website and submitting an application to become a Dasher. You’ll need to provide some personal and vehicle information, as well as pass a background check.
2. Choose your schedule: DoorDash allows you to work whenever you want, so you can choose the time that works best for you. This makes it a great option if you want to earn extra money in your spare time.
3. Start accepting deliveries: Once you’re approved to become a Dasher, you can start accepting delivery requests through the DoorDash app. You’ll be able to see details of each delivery, including pickup and drop-off locations, and you can accept or decline based on your schedule and location.
4. To pay: For every delivery you make, you get a base pay and any tips from the customer. DoorDash pays weekly via direct deposit, so you can access your earnings quickly.

Driving for DoorDash can be a great way to earn an extra $1000 per month (on your own terms) if you have a personal vehicle and some spare time.

9 – Try affiliate marketing

Affiliate marketing is a popular marketing strategy where you get paid a commission for promoting other people’s or company’s products. Here are some quick steps to earn extra money this way:

1. Choose your niche: Choose a specific niche where you want to promote the product. This will help you target the right audience and find products relevant to your niche.
2. Find affiliate programs: Look for affiliate programs that offer products related to your niche. You can find these programs through affiliate networks, such as MaxBounty or ShareASale, or by contacting the company directly.
3. Product promotion: Once you join an affiliate program, you will be given a personal, unique link that you can use to promote that company’s products. You can promote on your blog, website, social media channels or through email marketing (newsletter).
4. Commission Earning: Every time a customer clicks on your affiliate link and makes a purchase, you will earn a commission on the sale. Commission rates of course vary depending on the product and affiliate program, but it can range from 5% to 50% of the sale price!

Affiliate marketing can be a great way to bring in an extra $1000 per month, especially if you already have an established audience or following.

Just make sure you are transparent with your audience and only promote products that you believe and think will be of value to them.

10 – Try direct selling

If you’re not already familiar with direct selling, here’s a quick explanation for you!