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Anonymous

April 21,2022 at 10:34PM UTC

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Hi team,

I am currently working full time already. But I am looking to take up a second job. Preferably a remote casual job that involves data entry or administrative work. I have been applying at multiple places but have been unsuccessful. Do you have any tips with how to approach companies?

I want to become financially secure due to personal circumstances and feel like taking up a second job will be the best thing right now. I can’t get over time to TIL as I have been at my job for 3 months at the moment.

Any advice is welcome.

Thank you all in advance.

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AnonymousApril 21,2022 at 10:59PM UTC
What I've done is consulting for an ex employer. I knew their operation and processed so they pay me 2x my hourly fee and I work as they need me. The only way it works is because they only need me maybe 15 hours per month and bring in an extra $2.000 per month and I barely feel it.
Elizabeth White-PetersApril 21,2022 at 11:03PM UTC
Have you tried connecting with agencies for project work?
Also Upwork.com is who I use for general admin work because the projects are small and not regular.
AnonymousApril 22,2022 at 12:26AM UTC
I have gotten scam job offers on Upwork for a while so I’ve been put off that website.
AnonymousApril 25,2022 at 1:50AM UTC
You can also pitch companies directly or work your network. For example, if you’re really knowledgeable about something (let’s say Facebook ads) you can pitch companies your services and cut out the middle man.
AnonymousApril 22,2022 at 1:47AM UTC
Have you also thought about energy/expenses? Will you be able to do this without being burnt out? Some other things to consider are if you want to blog, sell something, tutor part time, teach English online.
AnonymousApril 22,2022 at 2:36AM UTC
I have considered burn out carefully. Since I studied and worked full time during the covid lockdown, I feel like I do have the ability to take on extra tasks. I an interested to tutor or teach English. Would you happen to know any companies willing to train people who don’t have a background in teaching?
AnonymousApril 22,2022 at 2:36PM UTC
There’s several great companies. As long as you have a college degree, you can teach online. VipKid, Magic Ears, DadaABC
JJApril 22,2022 at 9:08PM UTC
One option is to become a virtual assistant and work only a few extra hours per week. Good luck! Working two jobs is hard but you can do it!
AnonymousApril 25,2022 at 1:15PM UTC
Thank you for the encouragement
Crystal HowellApril 23,2022 at 8:38AM UTC
You can search online part time remote jobs. Call centers are hiring. Good luck,check linkedin jobs tab.