As the coronavirus pandemic continues, unemployment rates have risen. If you’re one of the many people out of a job due to COVID-19, keeping up with bills and other expenses is likely a huge source of stress. While there are assistance programs available, those dollars only go so far. This is why the following tips from KTC Digital can help you turn any skills, or even unwanted clutter, into some additional cash for your wallet.

Remote Work Online

If you want to maintain some flexibility in your schedule, working remotely is going to be your best bet. While it may seem tough to find a remote position, it can actually be quite easy. There are plenty of work opportunities to put your skills to good use. For example, you can apply for jobs in data entry, customer service, marketing, or blog writing.

Consider Freelancing

Just like full-time remote opportunities, there are a wealth of options for those who wish to move into freelance work. And just about every industry has a place for freelance workers. The important thing to remember is that you will essentially be a free agent, which means being self-motivated and strictly adhering to deadlines, calculating your own taxes and making sure you get paid on time for your work. One great way to keep your invoicing on track and organized is to process your invoices in batches instead of one by one. This eliminates an abundance of manual entry and allows you to create invoices much faster, ensuring that you get paid sooner.

Playing With Puppies & Kittens — No, Really!

Losing your job due to COVID-19 is stressful, but spending time with pets is guaranteed to make things better. Research shows that hanging out with dogs, cats and other companion animals can tame feelings of stress, anxiety and depression. Better yet for your bank account, you can turn that puppy cuddle time into extra cash by becoming a pet sitter.

You can choose to offer specific types of service(s) such as dog walking or boarding. In order to become a pet sitter, it’s a good idea to join a pet-sitting agency, figure out how much you want to charge for your services, and have a client contract ready so that no issues or confusion arise. Additionally, you can advertise with ease by using Adobe’s free banner creator to make some eye-catching ads, and maybe even look into making your own website!

Selling Unwanted Clutter Online

If you just need some extra cash to help with bills or other expenses, then you could always use apps and sites to sell unwanted stuff online. Sites like Gumtree and Facebook make it really easy and safe to sell unwanted clutter locally, and people are always looking for good deals on these sites. To turn the contents of your closet into extra cash, you can also look to sites like Fishpond and Ebay. In addition to helping you with expenses during a stressful time, selling your clutter can also provide a boost for your job search. Getting rid of clutter can make it easier to focus and help reduce feelings of stress and anxiety.

Providing Administrative Support

For those who have an eye for detail and organization, becoming a virtual assistant can be a good way to make ends meet between jobs. Thanks to the growing need for virtual assistant services, you can provide entrepreneurs, businesses or corporations with administrative support without having to risk working in a physical office. Some common tasks that virtual assistants perform include data entry, schedule management, and customer service. If you are interested in becoming a virtual assistant during your job search, you can check for openings on job search sites.

Dealing with a worldwide crisis is stressful enough without having to worry about paying your bills or buying groceries. So if you can, try to use the tips and resources above to help make those ends meet until you can find a full-time job again.

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