Online Jobs You Can Do From Home

Besides the health toll, economies have taken a hit from the pandemic. As a result, many people are sadly losing their jobs or are in “no-work, no-pay” situations. If you find yourself in such a situation, know that you are not alone and hope is not lost. Despite being in an unprecedented global disaster, we are also in the most technologically-advanced age in human history. If you’re reading this, chances are you have access to a device that has access to the internet. That already opens you up to many jobs and opportunities. All you need is to know what you can do and where to look.

Online jobs and opportunities

The world has been rapidly shifting towards remote jobs and this pandemic has only sped that process up. If you’re new to the world of online jobs, here are some tips to help you get started in finding work that suit you.

Share your organization and communication skills

People live busy lives and some are juggling so many things that they need someone to lighten the load. This has given rise to virtual assistants who help bring order to the chaos. All you need for this job are organizational skills and the ability to communicate effectively. Being able to write and speak well are definite pluses.

Besides this, you can also consider telemarketing, which is basically working as a sales agent online. If you think you have the charisma to get people to see your point of view, then give this a shot. Just make sure that you have a place where you can make calls and take calls undisturbed.

Flex your creative talents

No matter what age we live in, there will always be a need for people who can communicate well and tell stories. Creative work, content writing and graphic design, are jobs that not everyone can do. It takes a special eye to know what colors go with what. It takes a way with words to know how they can flow together well. If writing or graphic design is your passion, then you have a skill that can help you earn.

If you’re an artist, you can offer commissions for people. If you paint, you can also put your pieces on sale on sites like Carousell. If you make it big as a painter, the things you sell on Carousell now might be collector’s items at high-level auctions in the future. Could you be the next Benedicto Cabrera?

But don’t think those are the only creative options. Even singers can find opportunities online. You’ll never know unless you look. Make sure you post your services on Carousell so that people can find you!

Use your tech know-how

Not everyone picks up on technology at the same pace. To some, it can even be a little intimidating and will need help. If you’re someone who’s very patient and willing to help others understand things, then maybe you can do customer support. Like the telemarketing job, just make sure you can take calls undisturbed.

Another tech-related skill you can use is programming. It’s one of the most marketable skills in the world, especially today. If you know programming languages such as Python or Node Javascript, or if you know how to develop mobile apps, then you’re in a good place.

Remember, information technology (IT) is a very broad field and with it comes a broad range of opportunities in tech too. As with creatives, make sure you’re on Carousell so that potential clients can find you.

Teach what you know

No matter the season, there are always people who want to learn. Perhaps more so now with so many people being stuck at home and having a lot of free time on their hands. You can make use of online sites like Carousell to advertise the things you can teach. Sure, there are many instructional videos and tutorials online. However, the best way to learn is still by having a good teacher.

Here are some of the ways you can be a teacher or consultant for others while online:

• Be a fitness instructor or coach

• Give dance or music lessons

• If you’re licensed, be a nutritionist or dietician and give custom meal plans

• Teach others how to cook

• Tutor others in math, science, or a foreign language

Who knows? Gain enough of a traction and you can maybe even start a Youtube channel which is another earning opportunity.

You can also apply to be an online language tutor. One of our greatest advantages as Filipinos is that many of us are multilingual, being able to speak both English and our native tongue. English is still one of the most widely-spoken languages in the world and many foreigners want to learn it. This is why there are many companies that now offer jobs where people can teach English online.

Be an online seller

One way to earn more is to also sell things you make. If you’re a good baker, why not sell pastries like cookies and cupcakes online? If you cook, then maybe it’s time the world tried your dishes. Carousell has an entire category dedicated to homemade delights. It might even be your chance to take off in the food business.

But that’s not the only way. With all the time you have on your hands, this is your opportunity to go through your things and see what you don’t need anymore. The preloved market is huge and ripe for opportunity, especially now during the quarantine. And with sites like Carousell, you’ve got lots of opportunities to sell your preloved items.

Look around your house. What are the things you don’t use anymore? Do some decluttering if you have to. Clothes you don’t wear, books gathering dust, toys your child has outgrown all of these are waiting for a new owner. You might surprise yourself. After all, the best way to put preloved items you don’t need anymore to use is by selling them.

Source: www.blog.carousell.ph