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KEY POINTS:

• People look for a side hustle for many different reasons, but to find the right one for you, it's important to know your options
• Some types of second jobs include freelance jobs, online jobs, caregiving jobs, and more
• Be sure to check your flexibility - how many hours you can commit to this second job. You don't want to over-commit or stretch yourself out too thin
• Beware of scams where the person will ask for some kind of upfront payment
• Continue reading for second job ideas you can try

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Are you looking for a second job, part-time job, or side hustle to help supplement your income? There are a lot of reasons why people look for a second job. Maybe you're saving up for something big like a house, car, or your kid's college fund. Maybe you’re saving up for your trip to Palawan over the upcoming long weekend. Or it might even be for reasons other than money - like a way to pursue your true passion, practice a skill, boost your CV/resume, or even just to network and meet people.

No matter what your reasons are, it’s a good idea to know what your options are. Here are some of the most common types of “side hustles” as wll as some tips for finding the right second job.

Types of Second Jobs

Here are some of the most basic categories for a second job. There are more possibilities than enumerated, but these are a good starting point if you don’t know what to do or where to go first.

Freelance Jobs
As a freelancer, you’ll work for multiple clients doing various jobs and you aren’t considered a “full-time employee”. This type of work is good if you can’t always commit the same amount of hours every single day since you choose what projects you can take on. Most freelance jobs can be done at home and online (see online jobs below). But there are other freelance gigs you can do that don’t involve a web connection like a photographer. Financial Advisors are also considered freelancers.

Online Jobs
Online jobs are the same as freelancers, except you work (yes, you guessed it), online. Online jobs are found online, and all your transactions are done online. This type of work has become so popular that there are multiple sites where you can find freelance online work such as Freelancer and Upwork. You can even become a Recruitday Scout – where you can earn money by referring jobs to your friends online via social networks.

Caregiving Jobs
Caregiving jobs include things like being a baby sitter, taking care of the elderly, or people with special needs. This is a good way to make extra money since the hours are flexible and it pays well. You can even get lucky and become a “regular”.

Service Industry Jobs
Service industry jobs involve doing work for customers such as a waiter or waitress. Retail salespeople and customer service representatives at callcenters also fall under this category. Another option that has become popular over the past few years is becoming a driver for ride-sharing services such as Grab.

Seasonal Jobs
Seasonal jobs are good for you if you work at a job where there are times you have more free time than others, like if you are a teacher and have summers off. Other seasonal jobs include delivery during holidays, creating Christmas treats to sell, summer swim coaches, etc.

Entrepreneurial Ventures
Another option you can go for is to start your own small business. Although, this option doesn’t fit all people because most of the time, starting your own business requires a lot of capital and a lot of time. But if you have a strong passion for something, you can go for it. Just start small and build slowly.

Tips For Finding a Second Job

Start with why then make a list.
Figure out your reason for finding a second job and go from there. Are you looking purely for extra money? Find options that will bring you that. Are you looking to learn, build, or practice a skill? Go for a second job that will enhance those skills. Once you know what your purpose is, make a list of the things you’re interested in that line up with that goal. Are you interested in a specific company or product? Or do you want to develop your photography and artistic skills?

Go for flexibility
Since this is going to be your second job or side hustle, make sure it’s flexible. You don’t want to be in the middle of your full-time job when you suddenly have to handle something in your second job. Find jobs that work around your schedule or jobs where you can work online or from home.

Consider location (and traffic)
You know how it is in Manila. You can get stuck in traffic for anywhere between one hour (if you're lucky) to three, especially if you’re traveling North to South. If your job isn't online or working from home isn't a possibility, make sure that your second job won't take you too far out of your route or else you'll have an incredibly difficult time getting anywhere.

Beware of scams
While a lot of work you find online are “legit”, every once in a while you might encounter one that’s a scam. Usually, the “recruiters” ask for some kind of fee that you have to pay upfront. Be sure to check these out properly. Visit their website and social pages, do a thorough search, or even reach out to people who also work there to ensure that everything is proper and in place.

Be sure you can manage it
A very important point to consider is whether you can handle another job and balance it along with all other aspects of your life, like your family, friends, fun time, etc. If having a second job will make you exhausted, your performance might be at risk. It might be better to look for a higher-paying full-time job instead. Know that the extra income you will earn from a second job means losing extra time. Weigh the pros and cons before making a decision.

Second Job Ideas

Still stuck? Here are some options you can try as a second job.

• Writer/blogger
• Photographer
• Developer
• Grab Driver
• Tutor
• Caregiver
• Cleaner
• Coach
• Consultant
• Delivery Driver
• Online Reseller
• Event Planner
• Fitness Trainer/Personal Coach
• Graphic Designer
• Stock Trader
• Musician/Artist
• Pet Groomer/Pet Sitter/Pet walker
• Recruitday Scout
• Wedding Photographer

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JANUARY 22, 2019

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