Dave Ramsey Says These Are the 15 Best Ways to Make Money from Home
Ever since the pandemic remote culture has become a thing. People are looking for ways to make money without leaving their homes.
Fortunately, there are many, many jobs you can do in the comfort of your home office, or even while sitting at the dining room table. The downside is there’s a lot more competition, since working remotely basically means you can work anywhere in the world, as long as you have a reliable internet connection.
According to Dave Ramsey, some jobs stand out more than others and we’ve got the scoop on them.
1. Financial Coach
If you enjoy helping people learn the ins and outs of how to handle their money, you might enjoy a job as a financial coach. You will need training, but not necessarily a degree. An intricate understanding of investment tools is recommended as are training certification programs.
You will meet with clients virtually to discuss their current money situation and financial goals. The average salary is around $56,000 per year.
2. Virtual Assistant
If you are organized and like to stay busy with variance in tasks, a virtual assistant job may be right up your alley. People hire virtual assistants to handle smaller duties, so they can focus on growing their business.
As a virtual assistant, you might schedule meetings, monitor email, organize calendars, or even do research for clients. The pay tends to vary for this job, depending on who your clients are, but you can expect to make an average of more than $25 per hour.
3. Social Media Manager
Social media reigns supreme today. It’s where many people turn for their news, to see what their favorite companies are up to, and to keep in touch with friends and family. Therefore, it makes sense that any type of business should be online.
However, running one or multiple social media sites takes a lot of time, which is why it’s often hired out. If you like engaging with people online and know your way around the many platforms, you could find yourself making $60,000 per year.
4. Writer
If you have a way with words, you can certainly find yourself in a work-at-home position as a writer. You’ll have to put in your dues to expand your portfolio, but once you do, the sky’s the limit.
As a writer, there are many different avenues you can take. You can do marketing, content writing, social media posts, and so much more. The salary for a writer varies drastically, but the US Bureau of Labor statistics show an average salary of more than $80,000.
5. Transcriptionist
Transcriptionists have the important job of typing up information written by professionals such as doctors and lawyers. They may also be asked to transcribe lectures, court proceedings, or a podcast.
The good news is you don’t need a degree or training to do this type of work. You just need to be able to type quickly and accurately, and have good hearing. They typically make around $20 per hour.
6. Tech Support
When turning a device off and then back on fails to work, people turn to tech support to help them troubleshoot. If you have a lot of technical know-how, you could be the one answering the questions that come in.
Depending on your expertise, you could help with network issues, computer crashes, or specific equipment. The average salary for a tech support specialist is around $60,000 per year.
7. Fitness Coach
If you have a passion for exercising and nutrition, you could pass that on to others by being a fitness coach and helping them reach their goals. Fitness coaches often guide people through workouts by holding classes, or through motivational materials.
The great news is you don’t even have to leave your house. You can coach through live video conferencing and do one-on-one sessions or group classes. The average salary for a fitness coach is around $60,000 per year, though the potential to make more is there through personal programs and merchandise.
8. Tutor
Online video conferencing has made it possible to reach people all over the world, and that means you can even tutor people. You can set yourself up on one of many platforms to advertise your services or gain clients through word of mouth. You can even post through local schools or colleges for students who may be struggling.
You don’t need a teaching degree for this, just intricate knowledge of the subject matter you’re tutoring in. The average tutor makes $15 to $25 per hour.
9. Customer Service Representative
If you have a knack for helping people and a friendly personality, you can work from home as a customer service rep. You’ll answer calls or chats, and try to help customers work through various issues such as a problem ordering or a troublesome product.
You can work as a customer service representative in many fields from software to consumer products. The average pay is around $18 per hour.
10. Teacher
Teaching is a very important job, yet, you don’t need to be in a physical classroom to do so. With video conferencing software, you can teach from anywhere in the world. You will need a teaching degree to do so for K-12, and likely an advanced degree for college-level classes.
Online teachers generally make around $45,000 per year, though the salary can increase for more advanced subjects.
11. Meeting Planner
A meeting planner has an important role. They make sure meetings between business and current or prospective clients or conferences go off without a hitch. That involves monitoring the budget, sending out invitations, making any kind of travel arrangements, and ordering food for attendees.
You don’t need to have special training, but you should be highly organized, or you’ll be left scrambling. Meeting planners make an average of $35 per hour.
12. Video Editor
If you know how to use video editing software, you can find a wide variety of work online that you can do from home. There are endless possibilities such as short social media clips, longer commercial videos, podcasts, or even music videos.
Technical know-how in various software and some training in video editing are beneficial for this position. The average salary for a video editor is $55,000, but those with more experience can earn more than double that.
13. Accountant
An accountant is someone who keeps a business’ financial records neat and orderly. They prepare financial statements, projections, and enter all pertinent data from operations. The good news is you can do this all from home.
To be an accountant, you’ll need a finance degree. If you pursue the CPA designation, you’ll need an advanced degree. You’ll also need to take the CPA test, plus a few years of working in a firm. Accountants make an average of $58,000 per year.
14. Triage Nurse
One of the most convenient things to come out of technology is telehealth and triage nurses, those who help determine what kind of care a patient needs, can now make a living taking calls or answering chats at home. You’ll need to have a nursing degree for this position.
As a telephone triage nurse, you’ll help assess callers’ conditions and decide if they need to see a doctor now, or if it can wait. This position pays between $24 to 45 per hour.
15. Graphic Designer
Graphic designers are always in high demand. You can work with an agency, freelance, or a combination of both. You do not need a degree, but knowing how to proficiently work with design software is essential.
Graphic designers may tackle small or large projects, such as logo or brand design. They make an average of $58,000 per year.