Side jobs and freelancing for beginners.

A side job’s meaning and purpose vary for different people. It is an extra source of income for some, especially when they are already employed. Others, in addition to their main job, are constantly engaged in freelance projects and occasionally take orders. There are also those who see a side job as an opportunity to transition from their old vocation to a new one, because they are not ready to abruptly give up stability.

In our first lesson you will try to decide what kind of side job suits you best. You'll also learn how to prepare for a side job and turn it into your life’s work.

You'll find a side job search checklist in our supplementary materials.

A side job is an effective way to turn your free time into a financial resource. Some people want to find a second job to increase their earnings, while others want to learn new skills or to take time away from their main occupation. Either way, there are plenty of relevant offerings in today's labor market. In this lesson, you'll explore different types of side jobs so you can decide what's right for you.

You'll also get a list of interesting side job options and step-by-step instructions to start freelancing.

Hunting for a side job matching your vocational skills and wishes may be challenging. That’s why, in this lesson, you'll look at effective tools and strategies for part-time job hunting that will enable your to make a successful start.

Our supplementary materials feature a list of top side-job sites. You'll also get a list of side-job resources and tools. 

Motives for taking up a side job may vary. Some people want to improve their finances; others seek to reach new goals or to simply expand their skills and experience. However, combining your main and side jobs can be a challenge that requires some balancing acts, self-organization, and effective time management. This lesson will cover some principles that will help you successfully combine your main job with earning an extra income and enable you to have enough time and energy for all tasks.

Our supplementary materials feature 15 sites for freelance job hunting.

Along with the growing demand for temporary or part-time jobs, the number of scammers eager to take advantage of your desire to earn money is also on the rise. That's why it's essential today to know how to protect yourself when you search for a side job to make your work not only profitable, but also safe. In our final lesson, you'll look at the key points you should pay attention to, and get some practical tips.

In addition, you'll explore the main dangers of freelancing and find out how to avoid them.