Your complete guide to side jobs. This guide will answer what is a side job? where to find side jobs? and how to find side jobs?

 

What is a side job? It is a second job or something that you do on the side. It is not meant to be your primary source of income but rather to supplement your income. Side jobs are increasingly becoming popular because it can provide a financial cushion.  You can use your income from side jobs to pay off student loans, try a new hobby, or go on vacation. 

 

Where to find side jobs? You can find side jobs pretty much anywhere. Most side jobs will be with individuals and small businesses. The reason is the large corporations have limitations on the type of vendors they can hire so they might shy away from a side job seeker. The best places to find side jobs are in your neighborhood, church, peer groups, recreational center, social clubs etc

 

How to find side jobs? It can be challenging to find the right side job so it is important for the job seeker to know where to find the best side jobs.  You can find side jobs on several websites like www.jobbullet.com, www.craigslist.com, www.elance.com  The best approach to finding a side job is through word of mouth and knowing your capabilities. It makes no sense to seek a lawn mowing job if you don’t have a lawn mower. Once you know what you can handle spread the word about your business and offer referral benefits. You will be surprised at who might need your service.

 

138 different types of side jobs listed by category:

AUTO

1. Auto repair
2. Auto washing
3. Auto detailer
4. Auto flipping (buying and selling of cars for profit)
5. Brake repair
6. Body work
7. Auto part distributor
8. Auto towing
9. Stereo installer
10. Audio video installer

BUSINESS

1. Tax filer
2. Bookkeeper
3. Business consultant
4. Administrative assistant
5. Office and clerical
6. Payroll preparer
7. Answer inbound calls
8. Make outbound calls
9. Phone sales and surveys

COMPUTER

1. Computer repair
2. Web designer
3. Graphics designer
4. Web administrator
5. Software analyst
6. Computer parts distributor
7. Computer game tester
8. Computer programmer
9. Peripheral repair such as printers, monitors etc
10. Desktop publisher

TRADES AND CONSTRUCTION

1. Architectural designer
2. General contractor
3. Handyman
4. Tool renter
5. Window installer and repair
6. Electrician
7. Plumber
8. HVAC (Heating, ventilation, and  air conditioning)
9. Duct cleaner
10. Appliance repair
11. Locksmith
12. Concrete finisher
13. Carpet installer
14. Gutter maintenance
15. Insulation
16. Framer
17. Counter tops
18. Drywall
19. Flooring
20. Garage door installer
21. Carpenter
22. Welder
23. Motorcycle repair
24. Bicycle repair
25. Painter
26. Window washer
27. Roofing
28. Siding
29. Phone and Cable installer

MEDICAL

1. Chiropractor
2. Acupuncturist
3. Nurse assistants
4. Hospice and home health provider

REAL ESTATE

1. Realtor
2. Appraiser
3. Mortgage and loan originator
4. Title research

ARTS

1. Arts and crafts
2. Drawing
3. Painting
4. Scrapbooking
5. Photography
6. Psychic
7. Writer
8. Editor
9. Blooger
10. Model
11. Quilter
12. Sewing and alterations
13. Translator
14. Interior designer
15. Music teacher

RESTAURANT

1. Food preparer
2. Food sales
3. Caterer
4. Baker

EDUCATION

1. Tutor

ENTERTAINMENT

1. Live entertainer
2. Actor
3. Musician
4. Dancer
5. Comedian
6. Video recorder
7. Stage and theatre

HEALTH AND FITNESS

1. Personal trainer
2. Sports coach
3. Massage therapist
4. Diet and weight loss expert
5. Physical therapist
6. Lifeguard

NON PROFIT

1. Pastor
2. Choir singer

OTHERS

1. General labor
2. Mover
3. Miscellaneous repair such as antiques

OUTDOOR

1. Fisherman
2. Landscaper
3. Snow removal
4. Christmas lights installer
5. Florist
6. Sprinkler and irrigation
7. Lawn and garden
8. Pest control
9. Tree cutter

PERSONAL

1. House sitter
2. Pet sitter
3. Cleaner
4. Counselor
5. Hair dresser
6. Nail technician
7. Make-up artist
8. Tattoo and piercer
9. Wedding planner
10. Child care
11. Pet trainer
12. Dry cleaner
13. Golf pro
14. Body guard
15. Self defense instructor
16. Martial arts instructor
17. Party planner
18. Security officer

TRANSPORTATION

1. Cab driver
2. Tour guide
3. Delivery driver
4. Limousine service
5. Bar tender
6. Errand runner
7. Personal assistant

This list gives you plenty of ideas of different things you can do for side jobs.

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