One of the best moments in any writer’s career is finding a client with long term work and who offers great pay. This article will guide you on how to get and keep freelance clients. Under promise and over deliver When you land a good client that you would like to keep, it is always best to under promise and over deliver. Promise them that you will deliver 5 articles in 2 days, knowing very well that you can deliver the work in half the time. Then at least 12 hours before the work is due, send it… Read More »
How to Start Transcription: Sites that Pay well for beginners and experienced
In the previous article we looked at what it takes to start a career in transcription. This article will look at the best sites you should try to jump-start your career. They pay well for both beginners and those vast experience in transcription. Rev.com This transcription site accepts applications from all over the world. The challenge with most sites that pay well for online jobs is that they do not accept workers from non-native English speaking countries. This locks out a lot of Kenyans. In as much as Rev accepts applications from all over the world, their application process… Read More »
How to Monetize Your Blog in Kenya: Making money online through blogging
In addition to helping you share what you love and are knowledgeable about, did you know that your blog can help you earn money too? There are bloggers earning up to $80,000 per month. Below are some ways you can earn an income through your bog. Affiliate Marketing This is a program that involves you placing links for certain products or services for a host company. Should any of your readers click on the links and make a purchase, you will end up receiving a percentage of that sale. One tip you should note is that you should only promote… Read More »
How to Start Article Writing Online: Sites that Pay well for beginners and experienced
In the previous article we looked at what article writing entailed and how you could get started, and in this article we will look at the best sites where you can find article writing work that pay well for beginners and experienced. Upwork This is by far the best article writing site because of the quality of clients you will find here. You will find clients who pay as little as $1 per 500 words (don’t bother with these kind) and you will also come across clients who will pay as much as $50 per 500 word article. Joining this… Read More »
How to Withdraw Money from Skrill to Mpesa or Bank (Paypal Included)
Procedures of transferring money from skrill to mpesa. So you have finally begun working online and are excited about your first pay. Next thing you want to know is how the money in your online account (Paypal, Skril e.t.c) can be transferred to your local bank account, or your MPESA. Skrill to Mpesa Transfer This site allows you to withdraw money to your bank account, Payoneer MasterCard or your MPESA. Of the three ways, withdrawing to your bank account it the easiest and it will cost you 600Ksh. It is advisable for you to withdraw money that is… Read More »
How to Start Transcription job in Kenya: Introduction
The number of people turning to online work increases by the day. You can become a virtual assistant, a tutor, a consultant, an article writer or a transcriptionist. Transcribing is one of the most popular options to earn a living online. Transcription basically involves typing out video or audio files. They are mostly used by doctors and lawyers for reference. It is relatively easy to break into transcription because all you’ll need is a laptop, internet connection, good listening skills, headphones and a good typing speed. Typing Speed If you are not sure about your typing speed,… Read More »
How to Start Article Writing job in Kenya: Introduction
The amount of jobs available are currently not enough for the number of graduates flooding the market with various degrees, diplomas and certificates. Even if you are employed, there is no guarantee that you will have that job until your retire. This uncertainty has led to many young adults turning to self-employment as a means to make ends meet, as opposed to waiting to get a job. This is the introductory part of a series on article writing, by the end of which you will be able to start your own career in this field. If your English… Read More »
How to Make and Sell Peanut Butter in Kenya
Did you know that homemade peanut butter not only tastes better, but is also healthier as you are in control of the ingredients you use? Furthermore, did you know that you can make some extra money by selling peanut butter? And all you would need is roasted peanuts, salt, sugar, cooking oil and a food processor or blender. Procedure Purchase raw peanuts and roast them in a sufuria or an oven, if you have one. Once they are hard and crunchy, place them in a blender or food processor. Blend until the nuts begin to form a paste. Add… Read More »
How to Start a Jewelry Business in Kenya with Ksh2000
Are you in between jobs, seeking self-employment or simply want to start a side hustle to supplement your income? There are numerous businesses you can start, but you may be limited by the amount of money needed for capital. Don’t be discouraged, there are some business ideas that you can start with as little as Kshs2000. One such business is selling jewelry. Women love looking pretty and will spend cash to ensure they stay that way. You can never go wrong with selling things like earrings, rings, necklaces, body chains, hair jewelry, watches, bangles etc. Where to buy them… Read More »