The concept of the workplace is changing as a new generation of workers realize they don’t have to accept a salary in order to earn a living. Whether you’re a college student looking for part-time work or a full-time employee looking for a way to earn a little extra money on the side, there are plenty of ways you can make money.
Here are 10 Places to Find Gigs that can help connect you with extra cash.
Elance
People need graphic designers, writers, marketers, and other types of support. You need extra money. Whatever your talents, chances are there’s a category on Elance where companies and individuals are posting a need for that talent.
TaskRabbit
All of the pesky little things people don’t want to do can now be outsourced to people looking for extra money. Sign up for the service and you’ll be matched with people who need help with tasks like cleaning, moving, running errands, and assembling furniture.
Craigslist
Craigslist has become the Internet version of classified ads. Choose your area of expertise under the “Jobs” header for your area. There you’ll likely find a selection of job openings that fit your needs.
FlexJobs
Designed for workers who want to work from home, FlexJobs lists a large selection of part-time and freelance opportunities. Posted openings include seasonal and temporary jobs, as well as full and part-time openings.
Fiverr
Fiverr’s marketing gimmick is that whatever you want done, you can get it done for five dollars. Workers post tasks they can complete for that rate in areas like graphic design, online marketing, and app development, and buyers order their service.
The job board on LinkedIn is filled with full- and part-time opportunities. You can search by location, type of job, or both. With more businesses than ever turning to LinkedIn to find great candidates, it’s a great place to look for work.
loot!
This mobile app lets users earn money through simple actions, such as snapping a picture of themselves enjoying a product or sharing a post on Facebook. Brands get the publicity they need and customers get a little extra cash in their bank accounts. Best of all, you can do the work directly from your mobile device with very little effort.
You may know it as the place to keep up with faraway family members, but Facebook is actually a great place to network with others in your area. Check to see if your community has a Facebook page and join it. Many of these sites have a notes section that lists members who are available to provide work-related services.
Monster
Although it’s primarily popular for career job searches, there are plenty of part-time gigs on the site, as well. Best of all, you can post your resume on Monster and use that same resume format to apply to multiple jobs. Many of the positions are related to retail and sales, so if you’re talents are in a more specialized area, this might not be the best option.
Care.com
If you’re good with children, pets, or the elderly, Care.com can connect you with a great money-earning opportunity. Sign up as a caregiver and the site will match you with families in need of caregiver for their loved ones. You can sign up to perform everything from dog training to providing transportation for the elderly.
Ready to Start Working?
Thanks to technology, you can find great work opportunities without spending hours pounding the pavement. By browsing this list of sites, you should be able to find something that matches your specific set of skills. For best results, focus all of your efforts on one site. You’ll be able to build a positive reputation and work history that brings more offers your way.
