Exploring Side Hustles in North America: Opportunities for Extra Income

As someone from Zhejiang, I naturally love to explore ways to make money. Let’s dive into some popular and niche side hustles that colleagues, friends, and classmates in North America are engaged in, ranging from earning $1,000 to $5,000 per month with a low barrier to entry. Here are my top picks!

1️⃣ Online Teaching and Consulting

Online teaching platforms like Duolingo allow many non-professional instructors to offer language courses. If you have successfully transitioned into coding, consider coaching others on how to do the same! Personally, I’ve been learning Spanish with a friend, focusing on conversational skills during our sessions. 1-on-1 teaching has a linear income growth potential, but by transforming your skills into an online course, you can scale up to 1-to-many (1vN) without limits!

2️⃣ Moomoo: Making Money from Home 💸

One app I’ve recently fallen in love with is Moomoo, allowing you to navigate the market smoothly. Just last week, I made a profit during a rebound with TSLA, resulting in two delightful dinners! Here’s a simple way to earn without leaving home: check out the “Opportunities” section for trending stocks, follow successful investors, and start with fractional shares. It’s particularly beneficial for international students—open an account and enjoy free stock, commission-free trading, and a 30-day trial of Level 2 market data!

If staying at home isn’t your style, you can also attend free baseball games hosted by Moomoo users. There’s even a chance to win tickets to a BLACKPINK concert—exciting times for fans!

3️⃣ Gardening for Neighbors

In California, many single-family homes come with spacious yards, creating opportunities for those who love gardening but don’t have the time to maintain their landscapes. If you’re passionate about planting, consider offering your services on platforms like TaskRabbit or local owner groups. Simple tasks like trimming, fertilizing, and preparing soil don’t require any licenses, and you can earn extra income while enjoying the outdoors!

4️⃣ Data Annotation

For the tech-savvy, data annotation can serve as a lucrative side job, with starting pay around $20/hour for basic work and $35/hour for coding. However, this role has some requirements: you’ll need to pass an initial assessment, which involves evaluating the ethicality of AI-generated responses. Once you complete the assessment, the platform will notify you about your progression to the next stage.

5️⃣ Reselling Second-Hand Clothes

If you have an eye for style and detail, consider thrift shopping to find hidden gems. Stores like Goodwill allow returns within 30 days, making it easy to flip items quickly. You can buy clothes for under $10 and sell them for a profit on platforms like Mercari and Depop, especially popular brands like Lululemon and Alo Yoga. The more you sell, the more you earn!

Conclusion

These side hustles represent just a snapshot of the various options available for those looking to boost their income in North America. Whether teaching online, trading stocks, gardening, annotating data, or flipping clothes, each venture has its unique charm and potential benefits. Embrace your entrepreneurial spirit and consider which of these options might be the perfect fit for you! 🌟