Many people who are looking for more flexibility in their schedule have been considering working from home. You can earn income from a variety of sources, and we'll explore some of the different ways that you could do this.

We'll also consider how you're going to juggle everything so that your side jobs don't take over your life completely.

Some of the most common flexible work options include:

Freelancing

This is one of the most common side jobs or extra income sources. You can freelance or contract with companies as a web designer, writer, copywriter, marketer, translator, virtual assistant, and more.

Teaching Classes

If you have a talent or skill that you can teach others, then this could be an option for you. You might need to get additional training for some of these. For example, if you're hoping to start teaching English as a second language (ESL), then it's likely that you'll need certification first.

Selling Your Crafts

This is another popular option. You can sell your wares online or set them up at local events to make money. Some examples of this include selling jewelry, accessories, clothes, and more.

If you have a craft that's on-trend right now, then you may be able to earn good money for it. For example, you could sell knit scarves during the winter or spring scarves in autumn.

Freelance Writing

Freelancing is one of the most common side jobs or extra income sources.

You can freelance or contract with companies as a web designer, writer, copywriter, marketer, translator, virtual assistant, and more. If you're good at writing and like helping people with things like making resumes and other documents, then you can become a virtual assistant and help people out through email or chat.

You could also be a translator if you speak more than one language.

People often need to communicate with others in different languages, so if you know how to translate from one language to another, then this provides quite a bit of flexibility for your side jobs.

Teaching Music

If you have music training and own an instrument, then you might be able to find work as a music teacher. This option can also offer some flexibility if you don't want to commute or work regular hours.

However, this could mean working late into the evening and on weekends.

Teaching Crafts and Skills

If you're skilled in a certain area, then this could be another option for you. For example, if you have sewing or knitting skills that you want to monetize, then teaching these skills would also allow you some flexibility.

You could teach classes out of your own home using Skype and other online methods.

Selling Crafts and Art at Local Markets

There are many different local markets where you can sell your crafts. You could also set up a stall at a farmer's market, flea market, or another event. This would allow you to make money from home but still have direct contact with customers.

Dog Walking

If you enjoy the company of dogs and have a reliable way to get around, then dog walking is a good work-from-home option.

Tutoring

If you enjoy working with kids or other adults, then tutoring could be an option for you. You might have to work evenings or weekends depending on where you set up shop, but it can allow some flexibility for your side jobs.

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This can be an option if you have the necessary skills and knowledge. You might need to get training, and you'll likely need a quiet environment so that you can work in peace. Some companies will also want experience before giving full-time work, but this could be a good way for you to get experience and get paid.

Virtual Bookkeeper

This is another popular choice. Many people have some form of bookkeeping experience, so it can be a good option for them to use their skills and knowledge from the past while also keeping some flexibility for side jobs.

Mystery Shopper

In some cases, you may have to visit the store and shop around to give an accurate review. You can go online and apply for jobs as a mystery shopper, then complete the jobs that you're assigned.

These are just some of the side jobs available that allow you to work from home or outside your house. They may require some training or experience, but they can be done while you do other things.

Many people use these side jobs while working another job, so they can still earn money for extra income even if they don't have much time to themselves.

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