Top 8 genuine websites allow work from home

 1. Freelance work

What is it?

One of the easiest ways to make money is to do freelance work, be it copywriting, translation, graphic designing, video editing, app development or marketing. There are several websites, both Indian and international, which offer teens the opportunity to get paid for their skills. These include Chegg India, Freelance India, Freelancer, Upwork, Fiverr, among others

How to do it?

Step 1: Join the website by registering with your name, e-mail, country name, etc. Once your details are verified, your account will be created

Step 2: You will have to create a profile based on your education, experience and expertise, and only after it is approved in a specified time frame, will you be allowed to accept freelance work.

Step 3: You can pick the work or project by directly interacting with clients or going though the site. Some Indian sites ensure the payment to its freelancers, unlike those that allow direct transactions with customers, where the payment may not be guaranteed.

How much can you earn?

You can be paid hourly or on a fixed basis and the amount will depend on the type of work and your skill level. The payments are typically made directly to the bank account, so you will need one. If you don’t have a bank account, you may have to provide the details of your parents, or link it with PayPal where it is required.

2. Instagram influencer

What is it?

An influencer is a person who has a large number of online followers, including high-profile persons and celebs, in a specific field or industry, such as gaming, food, beauty, fashion, fitness, etc. A favourite fad among teenagers and youth, Instagram posts and videos can also help them earn a lot through sponsored posts, product reviews, brand promotion, selling photos, affiliate marketing and selling one’s own products.

How to do it?

Step 1: Select your niche field, something you are passionate about, have some kind of experience or expertise in, and a subject you can consistently post about.

Step 2: Create a striking profile picture as people will identify you with it, and make an engaging bio since it will determine your credibility.

Step 3: Switch to a professional/business account through Settings as it will open up various options to analyse, engage and target your audience. The larger your audience and loyal follower base, the more money you can earn.

Step 4: Now post consistently in a way that it keeps the audience engaged at all times.

3. Blogging/Vlogging

What is it?

What was, till a few years ago, just a platform to give expression to one’s passions, is now a good way to earn money. By blogging about a specific topic of your interest, you can pull in readers or traffic, which in turn can translate into money. There are various ways in which you can earn through a blog or vlog on Youtube, such as ad placements via Google AdSense, affiliate marketing (promoting others’ products on your blog), doing product reviews, guest posts in others’ blogs, or product sales on your blog.)

How to do it?

Step 1: Choose a blogging platform. While there are several free blogging platforms like WordPress, Blogger, Tumblr, Medium, Ghost, Squarespace, etc. it is advisable to set up a self-hosted blog (preferably with WordPress. org). This is because free blogs have a lot of constraints when it comes to customising and features, have low storage capacity, and don’t allow ads or affiliate links, the best ways to make money. You will have to pay for the blog and domain name, but it will be money worth spent.

Step 2: Pick a domain name and a hosting plan. You will be treated more seriously and professionally with your own domain name, and buying a Web hosting plan will give you complete control over the look and feel of your blog.

Step 3: Next, pick a topic of your interest and start writing, sharing information or posting videos. It will take hard work, effort and time if you want to gain expertise and loyal following. You also need to post consistently and share unique information.

Step 4: Promote your blog on all social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Reddit, etc. to direct more traffic and increase your earning potential.

How much can you earn?

A blogger can start earning Rs 20,000-30,000 a month in a year or so. Teens, who are just starting out, may earn less. The top Indian blogger, Amit Agarwal, earns $60,000 (Rs 44.4 lakh) a month.

4. Amazon Associates online

What is it?

Like earning money through affiliate marketing while blogging, you can do the same using Amazon links and earning a commission. The Amazon Associates is an affiliate marketing program that allows you to create links on your website or blog and earn referral fees when customers click on and buy products from Amazon. It’s free to join and easy to use.

How to do it?

Step 1: Go to www.affiliateprogram. amazon.in and log in to your Amazon account. Provide your account information.

Step 2: You will then need to provide a list of your websites and apps, or at least one, on which you will display banners, widgets, links or other Amazon ads. You can add up to 50 sites or apps.

Step 3: In the Profile section, provide information about your sites and apps, the kind of products you intend to put up, the kind of traffic you draw, the manner in which you draw it, how you generate income, number of visitors you get, etc.

Step 4: You finally agree to the Amazon terms and start work.

How much can you earn?

You can earn up to 10% in affiliate fee from the qualifying purchases and program.

8. Storytelling via podcasts

What is it?

If you have good oratory skills and love telling stories, monetise it. A podcast is a series of digital audio or video files a user can download to listen. With nearly 200 million monthly active users, 40 podcast companies, and a steady rise in users triggered by Covid lockdowns, audiobooks and story reading have caught on.

How to do it?

Step 1: You can start recording on your mobile phone, but it is better to get good equipment if you want to sound professional You will need a microphone, pop filter, computer or laptop and audio editing software.

Step 2: Next, look for a platform where you can post and publish your podcast. While Apple is the premier podcast platform, there are others such as Google Podcast, Anchor, Spotify, etc.

Step 3: You will first have to sign up on the platform, then either record an episode or upload a pre-recorded one.

How much can you earn?

You can earn through sponsors, advertisements, subscriptions, selling products, courses and merchandise. Once you have around 500 downloads, you can start earning, but for a decent income you will need advertisers and sponsors, who look for bigger audiences of over 5,000 listeners.