Creative ways to earn extra cash while studying

As you navigate through your college years, the reality of having various needs becomes increasingly apparent.

Whether it's buying textbooks or simply having some extra spending money for social activities, being a campus student often means finding creative ways to earn some extra cash.

Here are some side hustles tailored to the college experience that can help you bolster your finances:

• Selling hand-made goods

If you’re creative, take a break from the books to learn a skill of making handmade cute things.

They can be bracelets, necklaces, woolen clothes, or something where your interests are.

You can sell your products in online platforms or in in-person events like a local market. There may be opportunities to sell or market your goods on campus too.

Just make sure to check with your student administration for rules around commercial activity on school property. 

• Tutoring

You can assist high school students with their studies or younger students prepare for college classes for a fee.

You can advertise your services on campus and or even through online platforms so that you can reach many people. 

• Start a neighborhood service

Launch a basic website to advertise your availability for child care, pet sitting,  maintenance, landscaping, or cleaning services.

There are endless possibilities for things to sell other than products. This can be a great idea to connect with the local community and build your network.

• Content creating

Content creation is another way of making easy money but the catch is you have to be unique and have something different that will draw a large audience to you.

Strive to stand out. If you’re starting from scratch, the key to building a following on social media is finding a niche market and creating consistent, engaging content that speaks to your target audience.

• Freelancing

Make yourself available to take on freelance work like editing, copywriting, illustration, graphic design, or consulting.

• Branding and marketing services

You can set up a mini branding agency to help other brands create logos, develop a branding package, or plan.

School can give you the academic backing to pursue your dream career, but starting a business teaches you valuable lessons you won’t find in a classroom.

Also, the above skills that will help earn an extra coin, you have to take your time to learn them.

There are several benefits to pursuing a business idea in college. They include:

Gaining real-life experience

Business school can teach you theory and formulas, but there’s nothing like doing business to learn the ropes. Experience helps make your résumé stand out.

Building your professional network

By the time you finish campus, you will have a contact list full of people to approach for references, mentorships, and even jobs.

Job opportunities

Your experience running a business will expose you to other people and businesses in your industry. If you make a great impression, these connections could lead directly to job offers after you graduate.

Therefore if you have time to spare, why not try these business ideas.