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Freelancing is working for yourself rather than as a direct employee for someone else.
As a freelancer, you are an independent contractor providing a specific service to your clients (here’s our list of the Top 20 Freelance Jobs for Moms).
Freelancers are not employees, which means they are responsible for their own taxes & don’t receive benefits like health insurance or 401k matching – but they do get the benefit of flexibility & freedom!
That freedom includes when, where, and how often to work…and how much they earn!
Sounds too good to be true, right?! It’s not.
Freelancing as an independent contractor is the perfect job for moms who want less time in an office and more time with their kids. It’s ideal for moms wanting to work part-time as a side-hustle or those wanting to keep their toes in the workforce to avoid a huge gap on their resume while raising babies.
Depending on the type of service you offer and the number of clients you land, you can easily make a full-time income working part-time hours – that’s what we do!
Intrigued? Keep reading!
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Everything You Need to Get Started As A Freelancer
It’s not as complicated as you might think! Remote, flexible work is at an all-time high. More and more business owners are looking for freelance help because it’s actually cheaper for them in the long run.
All you need is to figure out WHAT your service is and WHO needs it.
If you have a computer, strong Wi-Fi, and a willingness to work hard, you’ve got everything you need to get started!
What you don’t need:
- A college degree
- Years of previous experience
- An expensive website
- A huge social media following
What you do need:
- An in-demand service and/or skillset
- Clients willing to pay for those skills & services
- A solid plan
- A computer & strong WiFi
The good news is that you can offer almost anything as a service! Marketing, meal planning, tutoring, pet sitting – people are willing to pay pros to do what they can’t (or don’t have time for).
Which Freelancing Job is Right for You?
If you’re not sure where to start, take an inventory of your past work experience, qualifications, and current skills. Then be honest with yourself about what you are good at and what you enjoy. Where do these intersect? That’s a great place to start brainstorming!
As we previously mentioned, you can turn almost any service into a freelancing opportunity, whether remote or in-person. But if you need a few ideas to get you started, these 5 freelancing jobs currently pay $25-$100/hr and don’t require a college degree (although that never hurts!):
10 Best Freelancing Jobs for Moms ($25+/hr)
1. Social Media Manager
Social media managers create content (think photos, videos, reels) and then schedule them out to various platforms. They engage with followers & drive traffic to a businessβs website or physical location. Freelancers can make up to $50/hr!
Check out corporate jobs on Indeed.com or freelance social media job listings on fiverr β or if youβre a beginner, we love these cheap courses to boost/refresh your skills!
2. Copywriter
Copywriters are responsible for literally every printed word you read! Website pages, Facebook ads, brochures, instruction manuals, textbooks β all of these were written by copywriters. Freelancers can make $50+ per hour or more depending on how they structure their pricing & services.
Beginners can take this free copywriting course. If youβve already got experience, head to Indeed.com or offer your services on Fiverr.
3. Virtual Assistant
Virtual Assistants are the fastest growing work from home job this year! From calendar & inbox management to bookkeeping, meal planning, and data entry, virtual assistants do it all β and make bank doing it! Average hourly rate for virtual assistants is $20-65 (hint: freelancers can charge more!).
FlexJobs is a great place to search for remote virtual assistant jobs. Or check out these courses to learn how to set up your own freelance VA business!
4. Proofreader or Editor
Can you spot spelling mistakes and grammatical errors from a mile away? Freelancing as a proofreader/editor is the perfect job for you! Plus, you can easily fit your work hours into nap times, evenings, and weekends!
Brush up on your skills here & get started on a successful proofreading/editing career.
5. Bookkeeper or Online Business Manager
If you already have a degree in finance or accounting, this is a no-brainer! But even if youβre just good with numbers and have a keen eye for detail, you can find work as a private contractor for small businesses in your community or online.
Head to indeed.com to browse current remote job openings or list your services on Fiverr. Make sure your friends & family know youβre offering bookkeeping services so they can refer potential clients your way.
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