It’s no secret that the pandemic has had a devastating impact on economies around the globe. And whilst the rest of the world slowly begins to return to a new normal way of life, the U.S. is still gripped by the virus with thousands of people every week still suffering.
Understandably, covid has had a significant impact on the U.S. workforce. Latest figures suggest that employment has decreased by 8.5 million and could take over three years for employment to reach pre-pandemic levels.
With latest figures suggesting that a staggering 63% of Americans living paycheck to paycheck since the pandemic, we’ve put together some simple ways you can make money quickly in 2021.
Writing blogs
If you have a passion for something and want to share it with the world a blog is a great place to start. Your blog can be about anything from interior design to wellness trends, your local area, or money saving tips and tricks.
The more time you’re able to dedicate to your blog, the more likely it is that traffic will increase and you can start making money from ads as well as collaborations with brands.
Forex trading
Forex trading is a great way to make money quickly in 2021. With such volatile economic markets, now is the perfect time to buy low and sell high. If you’re new to trading, there are some great platforms that make learning the ropes simple. And if you’re unsure you should always speak to an expert before getting involved in trades you don’t understand.
Managing social media
It’s no secret that social media is becoming an important asset for businesses. Not only is it great for product promotion, but it’s the perfect place to build a community and engage with loyal consumers; however, many businesses don’t have the time, resources, or expertise to undertake successful social campaigns – enter freelance social media managers.
If you have a passion for social media, a creative mind, and an analytical brain, then a career managing other businesses social media accounts could be a perfect way to earn some extra cash.
Renting out a room
If you have a spare room or spare space to build a granny flat, then why not rent it out? Sites like AirBnB have made short-term rentals easy for just about anyone and during the summer season can net a real profit, especially if you live near some of the most popular destinations like the Grand Canyon, New York City, or San Francisco.