Top 5 Ways to Start Earning Online

💰 Top 5 Strategies to Start Earning Online

Hey there my freedom seeking friend!

I’ve been receiving quite a few emails from subscribers recently and the top questions I always get asked are ‘how do I get started?’, ‘what is the best way to start earning online?’, and ‘what is the fastest way to become location independent?’

So I thought this week I’d share my top 5 online income strategies to help you get started on your nomadic journey!

1. Freelancing

Undoubtedly, the fastest route to location independence.

Start by assessing your skill set. Create a profile on a freelancing site like Upwork.com, then start bidding for jobs.

Very quickly you can find yourself with enough work to replace your existing income except you can do those jobs from anywhere in the world as long as you have an internet connection.

Here’s a step by step guide on how to get started.

2. Start a niche newsletter

What used to be called email marketing has been transformed recently into the newsletter business primarily by apps such as Beehiiv & Substack.

• First pick a topic or niche you’re passionate or curious about that also has a passionate audience; veganism, parenting, AI, crypto, travel, nutrition etc.

• Start writing about it on a platform like Substack and then create a social account & publish lots of relevant and interesting content to attract people to your newsletter.

• Grow your audience & monetise via; an exclusive paid newsletter, digital or physical products, affiliate offers, sponsorship etc.

Here’s a step by step guide on how to get started.

3. Ecommerce

If you like the idea of selling your own physical products the ecommerce world is one of the fastest growing models online.

Start an Etsy shop, sell on TikTok, create your own Shopify store or sell on Amazon. The world is your oyster. It takes a bit more setting up and Amazon requires up front investment but my recommendation would be to get started selling print on demand on Etsy or your own shop to test the market.

Here’s a step by step guide on how to get started.

4. Blogging

The blogging world has changed dramatically since AI came into play.

The days of creating a niche website & gaming the Google algorithm with SEO hacks are behind us. But if you want to grow a genuine business and are prepared to play the long game, this is still a lucrative and fun way to build a brand.

Here’s a step by step guide on how to get started.

5. Digital Content Creator

Ebooks, online courses, audio products, guides, PDF’s, webinars, workshops, you name it. If you have a niche you’re passionate about or would love to immerse yourself in, becoming a digital content creator and selling information/education around your chosen niche is a great way to turn your passion into profit!

Start by growing your audience via a social platform such as LinkedIn or FB and invite people to join your email list (much like the newsletter model). As your audience grows you can create products or ebooks based on their feedback and questions.

Here’s a step by step guide on how to get started.

I hope this helps! The opportunities are endless. Get out there and make it happen! 😁

Please note I’ve had great success with all of these models throughout my 14 year career online so don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions! 😁

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📝 Featured Article

I mentioned my top 5 strategies above, however there are so many routes to generating an income while you travel it would be impossible to mention them all in one newsletter.

So firstly be sure to review the ebook you originally signed up for as it includes over 200 ideas for earning while travelling.

Also I’ve posted this before, but here it is for review - over 190 ideas for generating an income online.

🗺️ Nomad Tip of the Week

🗺️ Create Your Own Walking Tours with GPSmyCity + Google Maps 

One of my favourite ways to explore a new destination is by using the free version of GPSmyCity to discover interesting walking routes. It’s a great way to get a feel for the place, but I tried out their paid version and I found that Google Maps offers better real-time guidance.

So, while on my recent French Riviera tour I combined the two tools for a seamless experience.

Here’s my process to create your own walking tour:

1. Browse GPSmyCity for Inspiration:
   Use the free version to find walking tours or recommended landmarks. Take note of the stops that catch your eye.

2. Plot Your Route on Google Maps:
   Open Google Maps and search for the locations from the GPSmyCity walk.

   • Tap the “Directions” button.

   • Click the three dots at the top-right corner and select “Add Stop” to include multiple locations.

   • Rearrange the stops as needed to create your ideal route.

3. Save Your Route for Easy Access:
   Once your route looks good:

   • Tap the three dots next to the start or end location.

   • Choose “Add route to My Maps”. If you don't have a My Maps account, it will prompt you to create one (it’s free!).

   • Give the route a name and save it.

4. Access the Route Offline:
   When you arrive at your destination, open Google Maps and find your saved map under Your Places > Maps. You can launch it whenever you’re ready to start exploring.

For example here’s the route I created for our walk through Monaco last week.

Why do I use this method? With Google Maps, I find the navigation is smoother, especially when winding through unfamiliar streets. Plus, having a saved map ready to go means I don’t have to rely on data or Wi-Fi when I'm out and about.

Give it a go on your next trip! It’s an easy way to design a custom tour without any stress.

✈️ The Working Traveller News

🏎️ Fast Travel

What a week it’s been!

We started with a luxurious dinner experience at a restaurant called Le Quai on the port of St Tropez.

Our good friends let us stay in their Airbnb so we felt it only right to treat them to dinner. Our mistake was in letting them pick the venue! Whooowheee! 🤑 Next time it’s Maccas. 😂

We then went for drinks at the Byblos hotel made famous by Bridgette Bardot & Mick Jagger. At €85 per glass of wine this was not my usual Sat night hangout, but thankfully we weren’t picking up the tab for this one!

On Tuesday hubby & I went exploring the city of Cannes famous for the film festival (and not much else) and the wonderful Cap D’Antibes!

(Out of all the places I’ve been so far, Antibes is definitely somewhere I’d love to return to and stay for longer. It was gorgeous with windy streets, lots of history, and a great ambiance.)

On Wednesday we explored Monaco for the day, which is insane! I’ve never seen so many Ferrari’s, Porsche’s or Rollers all in one place, plus big boats. Very big boats!

Lastly we did a hop on hop off bus trip around Nice before leaving the South Of France. (NB - we only had a couple of hours and a bus tour is a great way to get a fast overview of a city)

Then to cap the week off, we had one day to discover Doha before flying back in to Phuket last night. (Doha is a fab city, definitely on my list to return and spend more time).

I’ve created some ‘things to do’ posts for the South of France which you can see below, but I’ll also create some ‘day trip itinerary posts’ and fuller updates on our travels on the blog, FB page and group in the next week or so.

But to round up I’d definitely like to return to Antibes, Monaco & Nice to spend more time and explore more, and also Doha at some point. One day (or just a few hours in some cases) was not enough in these places!

Things to Do Along the French Riviera

 🙏 A Big Thank You!

The Working Traveller reached two big milestones this week, so I just wanted to take a moment to say thank you!

We reached 5000 members of the FB Community;

And passed the 5000 subscriber mark for this newsletter!

Thanks so much for being a subscriber and/or a member of the FB Group! I do hope my updates are useful and add value to your week. 😊🙏 

🧭 Travel Trivia

What is the largest island in the world by area (excluding continents)?

This island, known for its vast, unspoiled landscapes and indigenous culture, is the largest in the world that isn’t classified as a continent. Although it has a small population, its size and location play a crucial role in global geography and environmental research.

Can you name it?

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That’s All Folks!

That’s it from me this week. I hope it’s been useful!

Make sure to come and join the group to connect with me and meet fellow nomads.

Have a fabulous week, live your best life and as always get out there and make it happen!

Jo 😊 

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