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Join our #CreditChat on Twitter every Wednesday at 3 p.m. ET. This week, we discussed ways to start earning more money in our careers and with side jobs. We heard advice from Laura Shin – Business & Tech Journalist at Forbes Magazine, J Money – Founder of BudgetsAreSexy & RockStarFinance, Ashley Jacobs – Wisebread, Shannon McNay – Writer and Community Builder at ReadyForZero, and Rod Griffin – Vice President of Public Education. This slide deck is a collection of favorite tweets. You can see the full video and storify of all tweets here: http://www.experian.com/blogs/news/about/more-money/TRANSCRIPT
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How to Start Earning More Money
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Why is it a good idea to have multiplestreams of income?
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A second income allows you to either bump up your savings
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Tweet by @DeeOnMoneyZA
or chop your debt down faster.
A side job gives you a fallback when your primary income is jeopardy. Tweet by @Annuity_Org
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Side gigs keep you involved in multiple industries. Tweet by @MagicMor
Side hustles let you experiment with new skillets. Keep on learning.
Tweet by @MelSmithJones
Income from a side job can be your “fun” money.
Tweet by @Rod_Griffin
Lets you do things without dipping into savings or going into debt.
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Never put all your eggs in one basket (or income)!
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It’s important to have a “fall back” plan. Tweet by @AdvantageCCS
Having only one income stream is like investing in only one thing and hoping it won’t tank.
Tweet by @MoneyCrashers
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One mistake people make is thinking that side income means they can spend more. Same with promotions and raises.
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Tweet by @MelSmithJones
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What are some great side jobsto consider doing?
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We have a friend who buys clothing at Goodwill and resells on eBay. She makes a great living!
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Tweet by @MarkandLaurenG
My husband is becoming a @Uber driver as a side hustle. Tweet by @MelSmithJones
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Showcase your marketing and artistic skills while making cash on Fiverr. Tweet by @LeslieHTayneEsq
It’s best to find something that you love doing in your free time and figuring out ways to make money from that!
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Tweet by @Quizzle
If you have a hobby or craft, consider selling your creations on Etsy. Tweet by @LeslieHTayneEsq
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We are truly spoiled with opportunities - you just have to seek them out. Tweet by @MoneyCrashers
Tweet by @DeeOnMoneyZA
You need a little creativity.
I have a friend who is a photographer after hours.
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My friend started a side gig creating meal preps to give his friends
Tweet by @Quizzle
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that don’t want to pack a lunch every day.
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Where can you find some legitimateside jobs online?
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Mechanical Turk is a marketplace where you can bid
Tweet by @expgstockton
on a variety of transactional jobs.
Tweet by @Quizzle
you can check out for side work. It’s reliable and easy.
If you’re a student, your university will usually have a job database
@designcrowd and @99designs
For designers, try crowdsource sites like @crowdspring
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Tweet by @MelSmithJones
freelancing and marketing your skills.
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Tweet by @MoneyWisdoms
Some side hustle jobs online are ebay, virtual assistance,
Tweet by @LeslieHTayneEsq
Check out the company’s website and Glassdoor page.
Whenever looking at side job listings online, always do your research.
Look for legitimate part-time or work-at-home jobs on Indeed.com. It’s a great job search engine.
Tweet by @mikedelgado
Avoid commission-based gigs and don’t rely on this income. Tweet by @Annuity_Org
Avoid a job that requires you to pay a fee to get jobs. Tweet by @MsMadamMoney
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How do you manage your time whenworking multiple jobs and have a family?
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Set up a family calendar that everyone has access to on Google calendar so you know what’s going on.
Tweet by @AdvantageCCS
Staying organized is key! Do your best to keep a schedule and leave a spot open everyday for a little R&R.
Tweet by @LeslieHTayneEsq
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What are ways to start earning moremoney in your career?
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Take initiative. Show your boss and colleagues
Tweet by @LeslieHTayneEsq
you’re capable of handling the work that pays more.
Take on more work without having to be asked. Be proactive and ask how else you can add value to your company.
Tweet by @KaliHawlk
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Take initiative on a small project. By leading something on your own you can demonstrate value to your company.
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Tweet by @Annuity_Org
Read on @SheNegotiates: “Showing” your boss you can do more doesn’t translate into more. Asking for more does.
Tweet by @MelSmithJones
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Tweet by @moneytalk1
Follow Sandberg’s advice. Lean In. Take on more responsibilities & do them well.
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