16 Flexible Side Jobs to Make Extra Money in 2025 (and some to avoid)

[@ResellingQueen]

I'm in Australia and I've been selling on eBay for the last 7 years. I sell second hand goods like clothing, books, shoes and other random items. I source mainly from Thrift Stores, but also from Facebook groups and from junk piles on the side of the road. During Covid I built this up to replace my full-time income (AU$70,000) which disappeared when my job dissolved due to lockdowns. I am back working again, but only casually, as my eBay sales bring in enough income that I have no need (or desire) to return to a full time job.

[@THEJENNIFERCOOK]

This is fantastic! Thank you for adding your experience with reselling 🤗

[@yeganasattarova6746]

Wow sounds incredible. I face difficulties in selling my used items. Some are new, but not moving even at half price. Any advise you may share to get rid of such items?

[@Tiffinysue]

Hey! Iv got the same/similar story! During covid I raked it up in EBay profits and I’m still at it! I work seasonally for fun jobs now and I’m sewing, slow stitching upcycled clothing to open an Etsy and sell at farmers markets.

[@gelflingfay]

How do you figure out shipping? That's my one issue.

[@ResellingQueen]

@@gelflingfay I'm not sure where you are located, but here is Australia we have one main postage provider, Australia Post, which has a Business Account option called MyPost Business which offers discounted shipping depending on the volume of parcels you send. I buy all my postage labels online through my account and use their flat-rate post bags which come in 3 different sizes and can hold up to 5kg for a flat-rate fee, same price to anywhere in Australia. (i don't post internationally, but they do have that option too). It's actually quite easy, and the more I sell the bigger the discount I receive. Everything I sell fits into one of these bags and I have my postage pre-set in all my listings to reflect the size bag required.

[@michelleneubauer5099]

Since 2020 I’ve been growing my professional cleaning business as a side gig next to working in IT. So far I’ve been able to have 7 clients which I visit regularly. I’ve been able to make an extra 25% each month! 😊 also it’s a great way to exercise 😂

[@THEJENNIFERCOOK]

Michelle, this is a great example! Thank you sooo much for sharing this ❤️

[@madhukumarmogulla5870]

I hope I will get help from you @michelleneubauer5099

[@KandyKoatedKrafts]

Do you have to have insurance in case something gets broken in a clients home?

[@lucyteffomooi.]

You do the cleaning or you hire people to do the work mommy? What a great idea

[@michelleneubauer5099]

@@KandyKoatedKrafts i do have insurance for my own home that should cover damages in other houses as well. Although im not quite sure if it is still covered since i switched company’s couple years back. So far I’ve only had one incident where something was broken and i replaced it myself. It cost no more than 10 dollars. I guess i was lucky 🍀 of course once i expand even further ill have to take care of that so if anything happens wont break the bank!

[@kathyharvey6054]

UPS hires people during the holidays to help with deliveries. They use their own vehicle to make deliveries and can make $3000-$4000 during the holiday season.

[@KandyKoatedKrafts]

It’s called Amazon flex

[@rachelrhoades4379]

I made the mistake of doing MLMs in my 20s as well, didn’t go well cause I’m an introvert 😂 I run an Etsy shop with crochet items and I’ve been doing that for almost 10 years. That is my “side hustle” while I run an in-home daycare. I love being my own boss 😊

[@THEJENNIFERCOOK]

That is awesome!

[@PinkieJoJo]

I did Avon back when I worked as a nurse in a hospital thinking I’d make so much I could quit my job. 😂. I spent more money just trying to keep my account active than I ever made.

[@thecramptons]

Awesome

[@TonyaApplegate]

I used to do those surveys till they came incompatible with my phone. Also my exciting news I paid off my house! I wasn't expecting till next year but an unexpected blessing came in.

[@THEJENNIFERCOOK]

That is fantastic! Congratulations!!!!! What a great way to end the year 🤗

[@Midwestmomvolunteer365]

Congrats on paying off your house. Big accomplishment, happy for you.

[@DedeMager-ig6he]

Congrats you are a real homeowner!!!

[@voodle48]

I've tried those survey sites I was with about 5 or 6. Made nothing

[@gladyschandler6724]

I am currently not doing any since moving to Texas 2 years ago and I'm retired. But while in CA, I did many side hauls: babysitting, pet sitting, accounting & organizing home & office paperwork while living in CA for the last 20 years. I also had a Traveling Tea Party business that died during Covid-19.

[@bneal9236]

Please remember that many of the gig jobs like Door Dash and Amazon Flex are 1099 jobs, so you are responsible for both the employer and employee share of SS and Medicare tax and also need to set aside money from for income taxes. basically set aside 50%. Then there is the cost of gas and wear and tear on your car. It is not just money in the pocket, especailly if subject to the single tax. My auto insurance company requires side hustle to be reported and part of your auto insurance package, leading to higher rates. If I were to be in an accident and not have this as part of my coverage, the accident while doing gig work would not be covered.

[@staciethomas1403]

Thank you, Jennifer! My BFF is a mobile notary. I was a notary also it’s not hard and it’s a way to earn extra income

[@THEJENNIFERCOOK]

Stacie, that is a good one!

[@tressalewis7004]

I’ve done different side, hustles over the years at different phases of life. I have done sewing for people, kept kids in my home, done baking for people, tutoring jobs, and I’m sure there’s some more…😂

[@radonnabelk6330]

Except in Texas where the fee is capped at $5.00😢

[@BettyVincent-oi6sp]

At 75 my side hustle is selling jewelry and art glass from my personal stash along with fun little items I find weekly at two Salvation Army thrift stores in my region.

[@THEJENNIFERCOOK]

Betty, thank you for sharing this!

[@daviddean6032]

I rent my parking spot and as well, I look after someone’s apartment when they are gone for the winter. It’s easy and not a lot of money but it helps.

[@THEJENNIFERCOOK]

Great ideas!

[@gladyschandler6724]

Once I rented my unused garage to store a boat.

[@gladyschandler6724]

I do surveys with AA and earn miles.

[@margal3120]

These are GREAT ideas!! I’m passing this along to my friend who is also looking at ways to supplement her income. You’re awesome, Jennifer! 🎉

[@THEJENNIFERCOOK]

Thank you for sharing the video! I hope you have a wonderful week 🤗

[@nicolescotto3918]

I have cleaned houses privately for busy families, word of mouth spread quickly and before i knew it i was inundated with work! Ironing for people was also a good side hustle, i would ask people to drop off and collect their ironing so i didn't even need to leave the house when my children were small.

[@Greens5511]

My side hustles are drop in day care for a neighbor, Flex worker where I can work if I want and say no if I don't, crochet small items for a local consignment shop, and selling eggs. I love the small little jobs and want to fine more to do.

[@gladyschandler6724]

Always like your helful and insightful tips. Thank you Jennifer

[@THEJENNIFERCOOK]

You are so welcome! I hope you have a great week 🤗

[@bex438]

Thanks for sharing these Jennifer, they've really got me thinking 🤔🤗

[@THEJENNIFERCOOK]

Fantastic! Have a great rest of the week, Bex!

[@reginajones27]

First of all, I want to say that your side job ideas for 2025 was an interesting video. I learned a lot from it. Can you do a video on saving money for holiday travel/ shopping? Thank you!

[@THEJENNIFERCOOK]

Hi Regina, I did a holiday money saving video a few weeks back. Check it out, and I hope it is helpful.

[@dora9368]

This is a very helpful and informative video. You're so good at what you do👍🙂

[@THEJENNIFERCOOK]

Thank you so much!

[@christianstitchx]

Amen!! What a great video and testimony! Who seeks shall find ❤

[@wendy-x4k]

You can do taxes seasonally. Companies like Jackson Hewitt will train you (they don’t pay you while you train) and you have to get your PTIN certification from the IRS. They always need help. Usually December- mid April

[@db5960]

I love this idea!!!

[@CathieG]

Thanks Jennifer! I’ve done food delivery full time and am still selling on ebay and FB Marketplace on the side. It’s done really well! 👍🏻

[@PinkieJoJo]

Plant propagation also works to save money by using them as gifts. Burn a candle that’s in a decorative candle jar and plant a propagation in it.

[@THEJENNIFERCOOK]

Great tip! Thank you for sharing 🤗

[@WestCoastCanuck]

Be careful with the plants you choose as some specific lines are patented and you can not legally sell cuttings from those plants.

[@Privatemb]

Some great tips here! I personally have used the Rover app before for pet sitting however, I do find that things like that. You need to be usually in a bigger city for it to be as lucrative, however, it is a great option to have and you may suggestions for a lot of other fantastic options that I hope are also available in Canada! I am currently in need of extra income as I am self-employed and the economy in Canada has been terrible and affecting my business greatly I will be trying some of these other tips you have mentioned some of them forgot about in my time of stress so this is excellent timing that you have shared this with us all. Thank you so much for your well thought and you were hard work!

[@THEJENNIFERCOOK]

Thank you so much! ❤️

[@judymathura7544]

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[@VivianPantophlet]

Thank you for the info. I am a soapmaker so I do handmade soaps with natural oils, herbs, resins and flowers. I now looking into room&linnen sprays and body oils.

[@silviahernandez8949]

I am currently using Rover since July 2024 and i have had the pleasure of caring for some amazing doggies and i have a few returning customers. It takes time to build the clients, but it definitely a great way to make extra money!

[@THEJENNIFERCOOK]

Silvia, thank you so much for sharing your experience with this one! 🤗

[@KishTalksCredit]

Great content! Thanks for sharing.

[@THEJENNIFERCOOK]

Thank you so much! 🤗

[@saraivey7617]

Private tutoring can be a great side income. I charge around $35 per hour. A lot of times local school districts will have lists of tutors that you can get on in order to find clients. This could still work with a full time job as most of the appointments will be after school time in the evenings.

[@THEJENNIFERCOOK]

Great idea! Thank you for sharing this ❤️

[@erinf4712]

I have been doing eBay sales for a while now here in the US. And I can say that it is a very painfully slow process. I have talked with several others and the only one who seems to be actually making anything even close to usable income is a woman who is actually teaching others how to sell on eBay and how to set up their eBay sales accounts. It also requires you to keep all of those things that you would really like to get rid of so you’ll have to have space to store the stuff that you’re trying to downsize. The income that you make from eBay sales is also taxable and reported to the IRS so there is some bookkeeping involved as well. I don’t want to discourage anyone from trying it because if you have hot ticket items, it can be a money maker, however, people need to know that it’s not quite as easy as it looks.

[@THEJENNIFERCOOK]

Thank you for adding this! It is extremely helpful.

[@lisasuzanne38]

This is good for people to know about. I thought I should add that there are many of us (like me), who sadly, for no reason whatsoever, have our accounts closed down with no notice or explanation whatsoever. I created a new account, listed a few music dvds to start out (was going to also sell some clothing), and within hours of creating my account, it was shut down. Multiple emails with them resulted in no answers, just that they couldn't give me a reason why. I found many others online with the same experience. So unfair, and incredibly frustrating.

[@msgriffin41]

Wonderful video Jennifer!

[@THEJENNIFERCOOK]

Thank you so much ❤️

[@TraumaLlama91]

I did Amazon Flex until I evidently delivered to an off duty cop's residence. He was pulling into the driveway as I was taking a picture of the package, about to walk back to my car. He proceeded to corner me and start accusing me of stealing the package. I reported the inappropriate behavior to Amazon.. Amazon didn't care that my safety was compromised.

[@TinaLaMonaca-z3m]

This is terrible to hear. Sorry you experienced this

[@THEJENNIFERCOOK]

I am sorry to hear this happened to you. Thank you for sharing your experience.

[@DedeMager-ig6he]

Heck no! Not the job for me... 😢

[@KandyKoatedKrafts]

Didn’t you have an Amazon vest on??

[@DubisNnaji]

Am ready to do anything now because I just lost my job

[@THEJENNIFERCOOK]

I am so sorry to hear that. Best of luck with finding your next adventure

[@mariacamacho6406]

Housecleaning pays good, start up with cleaning supplies you already have. And you can get paid in cash

[@siakelley2345]

Doing cooking gigs 4 times a month bringing in around 735 a month

[@htee7426]

My side hustle is online English language tutoring.

[@THEJENNIFERCOOK]

Fantastic!

[@juanimewu1425]

Where do you do it

[@jazzdriver6364]

This is my first time on your channel and I'm loving your approach and delivery, THANK YOU for the detailed information and options :-)!

[@THEJENNIFERCOOK]

Welcome! Thank you so much 🤗

[@claudinavivo7416]

I missed you last week. I watched old videos! Thank you for coming back.

[@THEJENNIFERCOOK]

Hi Claudina, I'm back!

[@JayWalker7890-o1p]

Thank you for this!

[@THEJENNIFERCOOK]

You are welcome!

[@mariacamacho6406]

I am also doing house cleaning since 2.5 years ago part time while working for a microchip company full time

[@PaidForYourSay]

I’ve been doing focus groups since 1991. I make anywhere from $600 to $1,500 monthly.

[@kerri_frayza]

I’ve tried to sell my jewellery on Etsy but haven’t had a lot of luck. It’s quite a unique style of jewellery that not a lot of people know about making. Other than Etsy, are there any other platforms I could try to sell on?

[@THEJENNIFERCOOK]

Hi Kerri, I would suggest looking for some KZbin videos or blogs from people who have had success with jewelry on Etsy. See if they have any suggestions for success. Best of luck 🤗

[@temmietaft2552]

These are such great suggestions

[@THEJENNIFERCOOK]

Thank you so much! 🤗

[@m.prevost3750]

Amazing List! ❤

[@THEJENNIFERCOOK]

Thank you 😊

[@sarahivilla9728]

I have a green thumb with aloe my sister is always telling me to sell them. Have I listened no 😬

[@THEJENNIFERCOOK]

Yes!!!! Love this. Aloe is fantastic to have around ❤️

[@candidavega4254]

Awesome ideas

[@THEJENNIFERCOOK]

Thank you! 😊

[@maria_w311]

Hi Jennifer 👋🏻

[@THEJENNIFERCOOK]

Hi Maria, happy Saturday!

[@Shaylamurray39]

EXCELLENT IDEAS

[@THEJENNIFERCOOK]

Thank you!

[@rubyhaskell1325]

I freelance online picking up projects -it's almost full time these days. I also sell on Mercari.

[@THEJENNIFERCOOK]

Ruby, thank you for sharing this! I hope you are doing well 🤗

[@annetteflynn8453]

I play games and do surveys

[@DedeMager-ig6he]

Hi, do they pay ok? I really want to learn to do it. Dee :)

[@annetteflynn8453]

I do Benjamin and they pay $25 I can send you my code if you want

[@DedeMager-ig6he]

@annetteflynn8453 yes, thank you so much!!!

[@annetteflynn8453]

@@DedeMager-ig6he your welcome

[@janeschade7875]

@@DedeMager-ig6heid like to do this can you send me the information please

[@rajxyz8894]

Baby sitting

[@clarafuentes]

Yes, Uber driver in the weekend.

[@dedestaggs5093]

No current side hustle

[@katmac5386]

👏👏👏❤

[@jessiechavez4640]

Hi, I sell digital invitations on etsy

[@jennymeier3018]

I’m with a direct selling company and don’t have a large downline at all and am successful I do work my business daily, follow up, and have grown a good customer and referral base the past several years. But no it’s not a get rich quick business at all.

[@cbamomsaves]

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