She wasn’t a designer, influencer, or tech wizard. Just a busy mom with a laptop — and a reason to try. In early 2023, Emily Odio-Sutton was working in higher ed and searching for a side hustle that actually fit her life. She discovered print-on-demand (POD) and launched an Etsy shop—no design background, no inventory, just a clear goal: more flexibility. Less than two years later, she’s earned over $560,000 in revenue, mostly from products that take just minutes to design. In this new...

Hey Reader, If you’ve ever thought, “I bet companies are making money off my data,” -- you’re absolutely right. Most apps on your phone are already tracking your habits. The only difference? You’re not seeing a dime of it. Over the last few years, I’ve tested dozens of apps that flip the script and pay you for things you’re already doing -- like walking, browsing the internet, or shopping. It’s not life-changing money, but it adds up. I’ve personally earned over $2,000 just by running one of...

Hey Reader, We came across another cool side hustle this week and thought you’d want to hear about it. It’s called Thumzup, and it pays regular social media users $10–$20 per post to promote local businesses. No big following needed—just a willingness to post about places you already go. That’s exactly how Iman Wims got started. She was just enjoying a day at Venice Beach when someone offered her $20 to post a photo on Instagram. A few hours later, the money hit her account. Now? She’s turned...