Tired of chasing low paying freelance writing gigs?

Today’s guest, Joshua Lisec of EntrepreneursWordsmith.com, pivoted from picking up low priced freelance writing gigs to offering a value-driven ghostwriting service and has created a 6-figure business.

He’s been on the show before, back on episode 201 in late 2016. Back then, Joshua was talking about an OPA plan (other people’s audiences), and it turns out this strategy was key to his success.

If you speak more than one language, becoming a translator is an excellent side hustle.

Language services are in demand around the globe, with everyone from the retail sector to the medical community using translation and localization services.

Today, we’re going to be taking a detailed look at what’s involved in freelance translation.

Being a freelance artist is shrouded in stereotypes. You’ve probably heard the term “starving artist” enough to last a lifetime.

The truth is the starving artist stereotype is outdated, proven false by millions of freelance artists around the world who are making good money doing work that fulfills them.

It’s not easy, but thanks to the Internet and an ever-growing need for visual content both online and off, there are more opportunities to make money as an artist than ever before.

Are you stuck with the idea that you don’t have the skills or experience to work as a freelancer?

Today’s guest, Chris Misterek of SelfMadeWebDesigner.com didn’t let that hold him back.

He went from being in a tight spot personally and financially, to bringing in an average of $3k a month on the side through his new web design business.

What freelance skills are most in-demand right now?

Freelancing is one of the fastest side hustle ideas to start, and one of the fastest growing employment segments in the US.

But if you don’t have any immediately freelance-able skills, it can be frustrating to know where to begin. The good news is you have the ability to learn new skills!

And you’re going to learn a new skill, it might as well be something that pays well, right?

Side Hustle Show listener Kate Johnson started her bookkeeping business in 2017, and now serves several recurring clients. She targets an effective rate of $70 an hour, and is able to work from home.

With her youngest starting preschool, Kate found herself with an extra 9 hours a week. “I wanted to be a good steward of that time,” she explained.