I bet you spend more than 5 hours online just browsing your social media accounts. I think I spend around 15 hours. The difference between you and me, aside from the number of hours spent online, is that I earn.
Here are some ways you can earn money:
1. Answer paid surveys
I've been answering paid surveys online for almost 4 years already. I think this is the easiest way to earn money online. Legit survey websites don't ask you to pay anything. These are the two survey sites I participate:
2. Write articles
I started writing articles in 2006 and was paid $2 for a 150-word article. I don't own a blog back then. When I started my blog in 2013, more writing job came my way. I am now earning $50-$150 per article from direct offers. You can find writing opportunities at
3. Sell photographs
If you are into photography, you can earn money by selling your photographs online. I already have a few photos on the market and I am only using Sony Xperia Z1 phone. I recently purchased a Sony Alpha 6000 mirrorless camera to come up with more good quality photos. My photos are posted on
4. Sell stuff online
While I'm more of an online shopper than a seller, I also sometimes sell stuff online. I have an account at
Make use of the internet to your advantage. Why not create a video instead of just watching randomly on YouTube or sell stuff by creating a page on your Facebook?
I've been working from home since 2008. Turning my back from the corporate was the best life-altering decision I've made. If you are just looking for extra income, check out the links I listed.