Join our #CreditChat on Twitter every Wednesday at 3 p.m. ET. This week, we discussed ways to start earning more money in our careers and with side jobs. We heard advice from Laura Shin – Business & Tech Journalist at Forbes Magazine, J Money – Founder of BudgetsAreSexy & RockStarFinance, Ashley Jacobs – Wisebread, Shannon McNay – Writer and Community Builder at ReadyForZero, and Rod Griffin – Vice President of Public Education. This slide deck is a collection of favorite tweets. You can see the full video and storify of all tweets here:
http://www.experian.com/blogs/news/about/more-money/
2. Join our #CreditChat every Wednesday at 3 p.m. ET. This week,
“we talked about ways to earn more money. Check Out All the Tweets and Resources: bit.ly/make-more
3. #CreditChat
Why is it a good idea to have multiple
streams of income?
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4. #CreditChat
A second income allows you to either bump up your savings
or chop your debt down faster.
Tweet by @DeeOnMoneyZA
5. A side job gives you a fallback when your primary income is jeopardy.
Tweet by @Annuity_Org
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6. Side gigs keep you involved in multiple industries.
Tweet by @MagicMor
7. Side hustles let you experiment with new skillets.
Keep on learning.
T we e t b y @MelSmithJones
8. Income from a side job can be your “fun” money.
Lets you do things without dipping into savings or going into debt.
Tweet by @Rod_Griffin
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Never put all your eggs in one basket (or income)!
It’s important to have a “fall back” plan.
Tweet by @AdvantageCCS
10. Having only one income stream is like investing in only
one thing and hoping it won’t tank.
Tweet by @MoneyCrashers
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11. One mistake people make is thinking that side income means
t h e y can spend more. Same with promotions and raises.
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Tweet by @MelSmithJones
12. #CreditChat
What are some great side jobs
to consider doing?
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13. We have a friend who buys clothing at Goodwill and resells on eBay.
She makes a great living!
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Tweet by @MarkandLaurenG
14. My husband is becoming a @Uber driver as a side hustle.
Tweet by @MelSmithJones
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15. Showcase your marketing and artistic skills while making cash on Fiverr.
Tweet by @LeslieHTayneEsq
16. It’s best to find something that you love doing in your free time
and figuring out ways to make money from that!
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Tweet by @Quizzle
17. If you have a hobby or craft, consider selling your creations on Etsy.
Tweet by @LeslieHTayneEsq
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18. We are truly spoiled with opportunities - you just have to seek them out.
Tweet by @MoneyCrashers
19. I have a friend who is a photographer after hours.
You need a little creativity.
Tweet by @DeeOnMoneyZA
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20. My friend started a side gig creating meal preps to give his friends
Tweet by @Quizzle
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that don’t want to pack a lunch every day.
21. #CreditChat
Where can you find some legitimate
side jobs online?
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22. Mechanical Turk is a marketplace where you can bid
on a variety of transactional jobs.
Tweet by @expgstockton
23. If you’re a student, your university will usually have a job database
you can check out for side work. It’s reliable and easy.
Tweet by @Quizzle
24. For designers, try crowdsource sites like @crowdspring
@designcrowd and @99designs
Tweet by @MelSmithJones
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Some side hustle jobs online are ebay, virtual assistance,
freelancing and marketing your skills.
Tweet by @MoneyWisdoms
26. Whenever looking at side job listings online, always do your research.
Check out the company’s website and Glassdoor page.
Tweet by @LeslieHTayneEsq
27. Look for legitimate part-time or work-at-home jobs
o n Indeed.com. It’s a great job search engine.
Tweet by @mikedelgado
29. Avoid a job that requires you to pay a fee to get jobs.
Tweet by @MsMadamMoney
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30. #CreditChat
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How do you manage your time when
working multiple jobs and have a family?
31. Set up a family calendar that everyone has access to
o n G oogle calendar so you know what’s going on.
Tweet by @AdvantageCCS
32. Staying organized is key! Do your best to keep a schedule
and leave a spot open everyday for a little R&R.
Tweet by @LeslieHTayneEsq
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33. #CreditChat
What are ways to start earning more
money in your career?
Wednesdays | 3 p.m. ET
34. Take initiative. Show your boss and colleagues
you’re capable of handling the work that pays more.
Tweet by @LeslieHTayneEsq
35. Take on more work without having to be asked.
Be proactive and as k h o w e ls e you can add value to your company.
Tweet by @KaliHawlk
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36. Take initiative on a small project.
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By leading something on your own you can dem o n s t r a te v alue to your company.
Tweet by @Annuity_Org
37. Read on @SheNegotiates: “Showing” your boss you can do more
doesn’t translate into more. Asking for more does.
Tweet by @MelSmithJones