Sometimes, the best careers are ones you can do right from home. Whether you’re planning to start your own business, or just want something to fill your time with during the day, this list of the best part time jobs for housewives will help you find something that fits your needs and lifestyle perfectly. With these ideas and tips from an expert, starting your own side hustle has never been easier!
Sell on eBay
Opening up an eBay store is another side hustle that’s perfect for those who are trying to make money from home. You can sell just about anything on eBay – earn extra cash by selling your old gadgets, DVDs, clothes, toys and much more. Once you sign up with eBay, they will give you a free online webstore.
There are two ways to sell goods on eBay. First, you can sell goods at fixed prices – like selling your old CDs or DVDs. Second, you can offer an auction service – set a starting price and buyers will have time to bid on your products. Either way is suitable if you have merchandise that you don’t want anymore but still works perfectly well and allows you to earn money. Before listing any products, make sure that they are in good condition so that they get sold quickly and easily without hurting your reputation as a seller. Also remember to take clear pictures of each product and provide detailed descriptions so people know exactly what they’re buying from you.
Become an Affiliate
Affiliate marketing is an excellent part-time job idea for stay-at-home moms. It allows you to earn money by promoting someone else’s products and services. As long as you have access to a computer, an internet connection, and you have good writing skills, there are many opportunities available online to earn income as an affiliate marketer. We suggest that you join one of several affiliate networks that are specifically targeted towards digital marketers such as ShareASale or FlexOffers and follow their training tutorials.
You can then use these affiliate links in your website, emails and other marketing channels. When you send customers to them via an affiliate link, you’ll get a small commission for each customer or visitor you send their way. This is another great part-time job idea if you are passionate about online marketing and building products that help people and appreciate how important content is. If your goal is to make money online, it’s best to start with an area that interests you because it will be easier to focus on it as a hobby than it would be as just another day job. Remember that your success depends on how much effort you put into your work.
Start a Small Business
Many housewives who want to earn extra income start small businesses from home. If you think you could be one of these entrepreneurs, check out our previous post on starting an online business. Starting your own online business can offer you a flexible schedule and great freedom to work on it part time. In addition, many online business owners eventually transition their startups into full-time gigs! You can also see our list of Part-Time and Full-Time Careers You Can Start at Home.
If an online business isn’t right for you, there are plenty of part-time and full-time jobs that can be done from home. From direct sales to freelance writing, our post on jobs housewives can do at home has options across many fields. Many of these positions are ideal for people who want flexibility in their schedules and some can even become long-term careers! See if one of these opportunities is perfect for you.
Transcribe Websites
While it may not seem like real work, transcription can be a very lucrative way to earn money. It has many perks, including flexible hours and high pay (median pay is $29/hr according to Indeed)… but most importantly, you get to put your secretarial skills to use! Anyone with good typing skills can transcribe; you’ll just need a computer and an internet connection. Start your own transcribing business on Elance or Fiverr! And don’t forget to offer a special rate for housewives!
In addition, you could also make extra cash by becoming an office assistant. Office assistants are in demand from both large companies and small businesses because they have valuable experience working in offices and know how things run behind-the-scenes. To become one, all you need is clerical experience, great communication skills, and some administrative knowledge—including word processing software, spreadsheets, filing systems, etc.—and voila! You could easily find yourself earning around $10 per hour… which could add up to some serious cash if you take on multiple jobs each week. Want more?
Deliver Groceries
This job, which pays roughly $20 per hour and requires only three hours of work per day, fits very well with housewives who want to make extra money. One of our interviewees earns up to $2,000 per month delivering groceries in her neighborhood in Chicago.
Apply by filling out an online application, just like you would at any job. To find a delivery opportunity near you, contact your local grocery store or use a service like Instacart, which partners with grocers such as Whole Foods to offer housewives and others part-time opportunities. As with any job that requires you to be on your feet all day, it’s important to wear comfortable shoes and dress appropriately. Grocery deliveries are typically made in an SUV or minivan; in inclement weather deliveries will either be made by someone else or rescheduled altogether.
Baking or Cooking in Bulk
Consider baking or cooking in bulk. Prepare several meals at once, freeze them and eat them as you need them. Baking and/or cooking can be a satisfying side business with low startup costs and you can sell baked goods or cooked meals to friends, family members or co-workers who want homemade food. Use Meal Plan Services: Meal planning services help busy professionals stay on track with their diet by creating weekly meal plans. There are many meal plan services available online so housewives might also consider using one of these services to stay organized and lose weight at home. Write a Professional Ebook: Make money from home by writing an ebook about your area of expertise.
Data Entry Online
Many housewives who are looking to make some extra cash without having to leave their home will look into an online data entry job. With these jobs, they can quickly earn money while working from home, so it’s an ideal way to increase your income. Data entry isn’t something that requires special skills, so it can be a good option for any housewife who is willing to put in time and effort.
With a data entry job, all you have to do is open up your laptop or computer, and start working. If you want to earn more money, there are some things you can do. For example, take on more hours or increase your productivity by learning how to speed type. Many housewives can make over $1,000 in their spare time with these types of jobs!