7 Best Side Gigs That Require No Training

If you enjoy writing and you have a knack for the craft, you don’t have to write the next great American novel to earn some money through your keyboard.

“If you know English and can string together words, you can make anywhere from $50 to $2,000 monthly by taking up freelance writing as a side hustle,” said Upasana Shrestha, who herself is a content writer for The Spreadsheet Page. 

She recommends seeking out your first clients on sites like Fiverr, Craigslist and Upwork.

“To raise the chances of landing your first job, you can put up samples of your writing, certifications and positive feedback from past jobs in your profile,” Shrestha said. “What’s great about freelance writing is you get to choose what you want to get paid and which jobs you want to bid for.” 

According to Payscale, the average base hourly rate for a freelance writer is $24.64.