10 Ways to Make Money Online in 2021

The world we live in has gone digital. Because of this, more and more people are going online to make money. In 2020 and 2021, COVID-19 taught us that we didn’t have to be in brick and mortar offices to make money.

As African freelancers, we must discuss how to make money online in 2022. In this post, we will discuss 10 ways to do this. Ready? Let’s get started.

 

Best Ways To Make Money Online in 2022

Affiliate Marketing

So many freelancers in Africa are already making money through affiliate marketing. You will succeed at this if you can attract the right target audience. However, without sufficient research, it will be a herculean task.

What is the idea behind affiliate marketing? You set up a website where you recommend products or services sold by other companies. It doesn’t have to be a website alone, it can be done via social media, a blog, or email marketing.

When people make a purchase through your link, you get a commission. However, it is important for you to find the right affiliate marketing platforms.

Surveys

The idea of participating in surveys is no longer new to many African freelancers. This is regarded as one of the easiest methods of making money online in 2022 and it has been for a while. It is pretty easy to set up a profile on a survey site.

After doing this, you can provide your opinion on different issues, products, or services. One of the most common questions regarding surveys is “how much money can one make from surveys?” The truth is that you may not make a huge amount but it is a very profitable side hustle.

To start making money from surveys, take the following steps:

• Sign up with a company.
• Complete your profile.
• Get and participate in surveys.
• Earn your rewards.

The steps may be different depending on the company. This is why we suggest that you find out about the terms and conditions first before you begin.

Start a podcast

Do you know that one of the most important methods of content marketing is podcasts? Audio content is selling today, a lot more than we ever envisaged or imagined. The number of individuals listening to podcasts is on the increase.

There is so much you can do via your podcast. These include running a show, discussing interesting topics, or even teaching a course. Once you are set up, you need to find ways to attract traffic so that you can make money. Another way of monetizing your podcasts is through sponsorships and ads.

Sell products online

Selling your products is different from affiliate marketing. While the latter deals with marketing products for other companies, the former focuses on your products. The question for freelancers in Africa here is “what products or services can you sell?”

There are tons of products and services related to your field as well as platforms to sell them. You shouldn’t put all of your efforts into selling on a single platform. Learn how to make use of several platforms to sell your products. There are niche platforms that are specific to your industry. Find them and use them appropriately.

Sell stock images

So many businesses need stock images these days for several reasons. From building websites to creating content for blogs and social media. If you have a passion for photography or graphic design, this could be a great way for you to make money.

There are several platforms like Pexels and Shutterstock where you can market photos and videos. This way, you will be solving the problem of other freelancers and businesses who need these products.

Dropshipping

Many freelancers in Africa who have engaged in this business will attest to its profitability. Before you engage in Dropshipping, you need to have an online store like Shopify or Selz. The interesting news here is that you aren’t spending any money upfront.

You only pay when you complete the sale of any products. To be honest, the profit margins are quite thin, however, consistency helps you make huge amounts. One way to increase your earnings is to raise prices. When doing this, always consider the competition.

Drop servicing

This is very similar to Dropshipping and it is beginning to grow in popularity among African freelancers. What does it entail? Get a job, visit any freelance websites, and outsource it.

Make sure that you are getting a fair deal. In this case, your profit is the difference between what the client is paying and what you are paying for the service. You can run a drop servicing business for different kinds of gigs including:

• Writing
• Graphic design
• SEO services
• Social media management
• Web and app design.

It is easier to advertise your services when you stick to a particular niche.

Start a blog

Starting a blog is no longer as difficult as it used to be. There are several hosting plans with loads of templates to choose from. The secret is finding your niche as well as a hosting plan that suits your services.

It is important to adopt the right strategy when starting a blog. With this, you can scale very quickly and start earning megabucks.

Start a YouTube Channel

YouTube is arguably the biggest video search engine in the world. The good news is that anyone can make money from YouTube if you have a channel and the right strategy. You need to discover the kind of content that attracts your target audience.

There is so much to offer on YouTube, from tutorial videos to funny skits and reviews. It all depends on what you are comfortable with.

Freelance

Yes, you are an African freelancer so it will be nice to end with getting freelance jobs. Find a freelancing website that offers jobs in your niche. Bid for jobs, complete tasks, and get paid.

Conclusion

These are just 10 ways to make money online in 2021, there are many others. What do you think we left out? Share with us in the comments section.