Mum shares genius side hustle to bring in hundreds of dollars each week!
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In an era where the cost of living is rising and the value of a dollar is shrinking, finding ways to supplement income has become necessary for many.
That's why the story of one enterprising mum has caught the attention of many as it might just inspire others to turn their free time into a financial boon.
This clever Aussie mum managed to carve out a side hustle that brings in an extra $400 a week, and the beauty of it is that she can do it while enjoying her favourite TV shows or listening to some soothing tunes.
It's the kind of multitasking that doesn't feel like work at all.
Her secret? Ironing. Yes, you read that correctly.
She posted on a budgeting social media group, revealing how she transformed the ordinary chore of ironing into a profitable venture by taking on other people's laundry from her own home.
‘I charge per basket of up to 30 items,’ the mum said.
‘I start on Airtasker but all of my clients end up continuing with me, privately.’
Airtasker is a popular platform for freelancers looking for odd jobs and protects them from non-paying clients.
The simplicity of this side hustle is what makes it so appealing. There's no need for a large investment, no complex skills to learn, and it can be done from the comfort of your home.
Plus, it's a task that's always in demand. Everyone needs clean, pressed clothes, but not everyone has the time or inclination to iron them.
However, ironing isn't the only way to earn extra cash. Members of the social media group where the mum shared her story also contributed their side hustle ideas.
One user said, ‘We deliver catalogues for a bit of extra cash, and to force us to exercise...at the moment I make an extra $160 a week, which isn't huge, but I'm getting fitter, and it pays the grocery bill.’
‘Try hospitality jobs (at) bars/pubs/restaurants. Pretty good (flexible) hours and pay rates are pretty good, $30-per-hour,’ another user said.
‘Look on Airtasker—if you have a ute, dump runs—I did 20k last year as my second job. On top of that, a lot of dump runs had decent stuff that I sold, like furniture, golf clubs,’ a third user added.
The key to a successful side hustle is finding something you enjoy—or at least don't mind doing—that also meets your community's needs.
It should fit into your lifestyle and not detract from the quality of life you've worked hard to achieve.
An Aussie woman has taken this to heart and turned her love for animals into a side hustle that brings in hundreds of dollars each week.
Read about her story here.
Have you found a side hustle that suits your lifestyle? What creative ways have you discovered to add a little extra to your income without taking away from your leisure time? Share them with us in the comments below!
That's why the story of one enterprising mum has caught the attention of many as it might just inspire others to turn their free time into a financial boon.
This clever Aussie mum managed to carve out a side hustle that brings in an extra $400 a week, and the beauty of it is that she can do it while enjoying her favourite TV shows or listening to some soothing tunes.
It's the kind of multitasking that doesn't feel like work at all.
Her secret? Ironing. Yes, you read that correctly.
Aussie mum earned $400 a week while watching her favourite shows by ironing clothes. Image Source: Pexels / Cottonbro Studio
She posted on a budgeting social media group, revealing how she transformed the ordinary chore of ironing into a profitable venture by taking on other people's laundry from her own home.
‘I charge per basket of up to 30 items,’ the mum said.
‘I start on Airtasker but all of my clients end up continuing with me, privately.’
Airtasker is a popular platform for freelancers looking for odd jobs and protects them from non-paying clients.
The simplicity of this side hustle is what makes it so appealing. There's no need for a large investment, no complex skills to learn, and it can be done from the comfort of your home.
Plus, it's a task that's always in demand. Everyone needs clean, pressed clothes, but not everyone has the time or inclination to iron them.
However, ironing isn't the only way to earn extra cash. Members of the social media group where the mum shared her story also contributed their side hustle ideas.
One user said, ‘We deliver catalogues for a bit of extra cash, and to force us to exercise...at the moment I make an extra $160 a week, which isn't huge, but I'm getting fitter, and it pays the grocery bill.’
‘Try hospitality jobs (at) bars/pubs/restaurants. Pretty good (flexible) hours and pay rates are pretty good, $30-per-hour,’ another user said.
‘Look on Airtasker—if you have a ute, dump runs—I did 20k last year as my second job. On top of that, a lot of dump runs had decent stuff that I sold, like furniture, golf clubs,’ a third user added.
The key to a successful side hustle is finding something you enjoy—or at least don't mind doing—that also meets your community's needs.
It should fit into your lifestyle and not detract from the quality of life you've worked hard to achieve.
An Aussie woman has taken this to heart and turned her love for animals into a side hustle that brings in hundreds of dollars each week.
Read about her story here.
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