Start a Side Income Plan

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90 minutes

5 steps

·Beginner

After 90 min: Launch your first side project and earn $100+ monthly

What you need

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The 90-Minute Plan

Identify Your Skill0–15 min

List 5 things you're good at: writing, design, coding, tutoring, handmade crafts. Pick your top strength.

Validate Demand15–35 min

Search Fiverr, Upwork, and Etsy. See what similar services charge. Read reviews to find gaps.

Set Your Rates35–55 min

Research market rates for your skill. Start 20% lower to build reviews. Plan to raise rates after 10 clients.

Create Your Offering55–75 min

Write a 2-3 sentence description of what you offer. Define what's included and turnaround time.

List and Launch75–90 min

Post your first service on Fiverr or Upwork. Create a portfolio piece or sample work to showcase.

Pro Tip

Your first clients are hard to get. Under-promise and over-deliver to get 5-star reviews.

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After 90 min: You'll generate $500-2000 monthly from a skill or service you can automate.

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FinanceBeginner

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After 90 min: Create a realistic monthly budget and commit to it

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