by Edwin Kannemeyer
In 2024 you should have a clear goal in mind - achieve financial freedom.
You will not find the freedom you want by slaving away at your 9-5 job. You can only do that by going into business for yourself.
How do I do that? You ask? By finding ways to earn an income online, from home.
Working online from home can also be a great way to enjoy more flexibility, autonomy and comfort. But, finding online jobs where you don't need prior experience can be challenging. There’s a lot of competition and scams are at an all-time high.
That's why I’ve put together this list to help you find legitimate and profitable online jobs in 2024. You can do these jobs regardless of your education or background.
In this article, you'll find something that suits your skills and interests.
So grab a coffee and let's get started!
1. Data Entry Worker
First up on the list is data entry. A data entry worker compiles and inputs information into an electronic database. The information can be anything from names, addresses, phone numbers, invoices, receipts, etc.
To be a data entry worker, you have to follow set guidelines to ensure accuracy and consistency. If you’re someone who pays attention to detail and can type fast, then you might want to check this gig out.
Possible Hourly Earnings: $10-$30
Where To Find Jobs: Indeed.com, Fiverr.com, Upwork.com, Clickworker.com.
Photo by Tima Miroshnichenko
2. Virtual Assistant
For this gig, you can channel your inner Siri. A virtual assistant provides administrative, technical, and creative support to clients.
The tasks can vary depending on the client's needs and preferences. These include scheduling appointments, managing emails, travel arrangements, research, and presentations.
As a virtual assistant, you will communicate with your client via phone, email, chat, or video call.
Possible Hourly Earnings: $10-$50
Where To Find Jobs: Fiverr, Upwork, Remote.co, RecruitMyMom.co.za.
3. Customer Service Representative
We’ve all dealt with customer service. Whether your experience was good or bad, here’s your chance to be on the other end of that call.
A customer service representative handles customer queries via phone, email, or chat. If you choose this option, you will answer questions and provide help. Other responsibilities include resolving issues, processing orders, or performing refunds.
You will need excellent communication and problem-solving skills - oh, and patience. A lot of patience. Some customers can be quite difficult, so prepare yourself mentally.
Possible Hourly Earnings: $10-$20
Where To Find Jobs: Liveops.com, Remote.co, Flexjobs.com.
Photo by Tima Miroshnichenko
4. Music Reviewer
Do you like music? Of course, you do. We all do.
If you're a music lover with diverse tastes, then reviewing music is for you. A music reviewer listens to songs and writes reviews based on their opinions.
Music reviewers work for websites that pay them to rate music from various genres or artists. A successful music reviewer should have a good ear for music and a flair for writing. You need to be honest and your feedback should be unbiased.
Possible Hourly Earnings: $20-$100
Where To Find Jobs: SliceThePie.com, Pitchfork.com.
5. Transcriptionist
This field might seem complicated but it shouldn’t be too hard for someone with typing skills.
The concept is simple: you listen to audio or video files and type what you hear using transcription software. You may also need to edit or format the text according to the client's specifications.
If this sounds like it might interest you, then you must have accurate typing skills. Oh, grammar and spelling are of utmost importance.
Possible Hourly Earnings: $10-$25
Where To Find Jobs: Rev.com, TranscribeMe.com, Scribie.com, GoTranscript.com.
6. Chat Agent
Sixth on the list is a chat agent. A chat agent provides support to customers or visitors via online chat.
Chat agents usually respond to queries or feedback from customers. As a chat agent, you may also need to escalate or transfer the chat to another department.
Excellent communication and customer service skills are valuable for this role. If you don’t like talking to people then give this one a miss.
Possible Hourly Earnings: $10-$25
Where To Find Jobs: TheChatShop.com, SiteStaff.com, ModSquad.com, LivePerson.com, Amazon.com.
7. Website Tester
Here’s a fun one. If you are tech-savvy, then a website tester is a good choice.
A website tester evaluates the functionality, usability, design, or performance of websites. This sometimes applies to apps as well. Who can tell the difference these days, am I right?
Website testers follow a set of tasks or scenarios and record their experience. All you need to do is follow the guidelines.
As a website tester, you provide feedback or suggestions for improvement. You don’t have to be Mark Zuckerburg to do this job, but you should have an eye for detail and a basic understanding of web or app development.
Possible Hourly Earnings: $10-$30
Where To Find Jobs: UserTesting.com, Userlytics.com, TryMyUI.com.
8. Online Moderator
If you were a prefect in high school, this job is perfect for you.
An online moderator monitors the content or activity in online communities. These include forums, blogs and social media. Online moderators enforce the rules and guidelines of a platform. And yes, removing any inappropriate or offensive content is part of the job.
You may also need to interact with the users and provide help. If this is your cup of tea, then there are a few things to consider:
- must have a good knowledge of the platform or community,
- and a strong sense of judgment and ethics.
Possible Hourly Earnings: $10-$25
Where To Find Jobs: CrispThinking.com, TheSocialElement.com, ModSquad.com.
Photo by Ivan Samkov
9. Micro Job Worker
No, this job does not involve working with Lego figurines. I thought so too, at first.
A micro job worker performs small, simple tasks online in a short amount of time. The tasks can vary depending on the client's needs and preferences.
Typical tasks may include:
- data entry,
- image annotation,
- web research,
- and surveys.
The micro-job worker usually gets paid per task or hour, depending on the platform. This could be a great source of income if you commit to it.
Possible Hourly Earnings: $5-$50
Where To Find Jobs: Amazon Mechanical Turk (www.mturk.com), Microworkers.com, Fiverr, Upwork.
10. Online Survey Taker
If you have spare time to answer some questions, you can take online surveys.
All you have to do is complete surveys or polls. These surveys ask questions about products, services, opinions, and preferences. The surveys open to you depend on your profile and things you have experience in.
For example: A company might decide that I am best suited for a survey about working online.
Each survey can take between 15 minutes to an hour to complete. Online survey takers get paid either per survey or per hour.
Possible Hourly Earnings: $5-$15
Where To Find Jobs: Swagbucks.com, SurveyJunkie.com, InboxDollars.com.
Final Thoughts
Working online from home can be a rewarding way to earn an income. You should consider making the switch if you haven’t already.
Finding online jobs that don't need experience can be challenging. Most of us don’t have the kind of experience companies are looking for.
I hope this article helps you discover some of the best online jobs you can start in 2024 without experience.
No matter what you choose, you'll find plenty of opportunities on the websites I’ve listed.
One thing to note is that, as with any job, you must be reliable, professional, and adaptable. You also need a good internet connection, a computer, and some basic software.
So what are you waiting for? Get cracking!
All the best.
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