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100 Side Hustle Ideas For Working Women

by Solange Lopes | Nov 10, 2017 | Start Your Business

100 Side Hustle Business Ideas For Working Women

Please note this post may contain affiliate links.

One of the questions I get often asked is how to start a side hustle, especially as a busy working woman. I started blogging as a side hustle years ago, even before I had kids. Despite the demands of married life, mommyhood, and unending laundry, I’ve kept my side hustles alive and well.

It’s also made me wonder about other side hustle opportunities for working women. That’s why I went on the hunt for side gigs we can do while still keeping our families, lives and sanity manageable. I was pleasantly surprised to find there are so many side businesses ideas out there. These not only allow you to make extra cash, but also to practice some of your skills and talents you don’t get to use at work.

Here’s a list of 100 side hustle ideas for busy, thriving working women:

1- Uber

Got a car or even a bike? You may be able to become an Uber delivery partner for UberEats. Think about how you can help others get to their destination or just get their favorite food.

2- Blogger

Do you like the written word? Or want to share your musings and expertise in a certain topics. Blogging may be just for you. It’s also a great way to monetize your talents through sponsorships, affiliates, advertising, promoting what you love and even book deals.

3 -Affiliate marketer

Did you know you can promote products and services you’d like to recommend to others as an affiliate marketer? It’s a great way to make extra cash while helping others find solutions to their everyday problems.

4- Airbnb hostess

As an Airbnb hostess, you can rent out your home to people in need of a place to stay in your area, and get paid for it too!

5- Bookkeeper

Got accounting and bookkeeping skills? You can start your own bookkeeping side business by helping out individuals or small business keep their business and financial books in order.

6- Tax preparer

Do you have an eye for taxes? Then you can prepare taxes for individuals and businesses during tax season. You can become a certified tax preparer, work with a tax preparation service like H&R Block, or just open your own side hustle shop.

7- Become a Tasker at TaskRabbit

Got some skills to fix things around the home? Then you can become a tasker at Task Rabbit.

8- Child Caregiver

Got a few hours to spare? Sign up to provide childcare services in your area or among your network of friends and family.

9- Cleaning Service

Many people are looking for help with cleaning their homes, or even offices. You may be able to help them with this, and make extra cash in the process.

10- Resume Writer

Got a knack for resume writing? Advertise your services and start helping professionals find the perfect jobs for them.

11- Customer Service Representative

Customer service representatives can work part-time schedules, before and after-hours. If you can answer the phone and have some basic customer service skills, this could be a lucrative side hustle.

12- Freelance Writer

If you love writing, you can offer your services to blogs looking for paid contributors, or bigger publications. Not only will it help you put your name out there, but you will also have the opportunity to make some extra money.

13- Sports Coach

Do you have some athletic skills in a particular sport you’d like to share? This could also be a great side hustle for you.

14- Caterer

Know your way around the kitchen? You can cater meals for individuals or even businesses in your spare time and get paid to do it.

15- Dog Walker

Turn your love for animals into a lucrative side gig, by walking the dogs in your neighborhood and even beyond.

16- Survey Taker

Did you know you can actually make money taking surveys? Companies like MyPoints let you earn up to $50 per survey.

17 – Tutor

If you’re gifted in certain areas, you can help students by tutoring them, in and outside of school.

18 – Translation Service

Do you speak more than one language? Then you can consider offering translation services to individuals, organizations and businesses.

19 – Online teacher

You can now package your knowledge in any area and sell it as an online teacher on platforms like Teachable and Udemy.

20 – Yoga teacher

Got a knack for yoga? Then you can become a yoga teacher and even get certified in your craft.

21- Music Teacher

Share your music skills with eager students, by becoming a music teacher.

22- T-shirt printer

Start a lucrative T-shirt side business. All you have to do is figure out the legal aspects, materials, design and logistics, and you may well be on your way to making significant profits.

23- Selling services on Fiverr

You can sell your services on Fiverr, from social media to writing and beyond. Put your skills to use and get to side hustling!

24- Ebay seller

Make extra cash by selling your goods on Ebay. Whether used or new, you can make some serious side cash this way.

25 – Etsy seller

Got something to sell? You can do it on Etsy too.

26- Amazon seller

Another great platform to use and sell your goods is

27 -Proofreader

Got a knack for words and proper spelling? You can become a proofreader.

28 – Product Licensing

Product licensing is basically selling your ideas to larger companies, in exchange for a percentage of the future sales. All you need is an initial pitch and a prototype.

29 – Private Labeling

Private labeling is essentially about finding generic products that are already selling well on Amazon and creating your own logo and brand and selling them.

30 – Podcaster

Want to share your thoughts or expertise with the world? Start a podcast.

31 – Photographer

If you enjoy and are good at photography, it can also be a great side hustle, especially for events like marriage, baptisms and graduation.

32 – Pet Sitter

Love pets? Then you can spend even more time with them and make extra cash in the process by being a pet sitter.

33 – Personal chef

If you’re good at cooking, you may be able to offer your services as a personal chef for individuals and businesses.

34 – Personal trainer

If you find yourself in the gym or exercising out of sheer passion, then you may be able to turn your love of fitness into spare cash. Become a personal trainer and help improve the health of people too!

35 – Pet grooming service

Pet lover alert! Indulge in your love for animals by offering grooming services for pet owners.

36 – Party planning

Got party planning skills? Consider using your talents to help others plan their important events in exchange for a lucrative pay.

37 – Notary Public

You can notarize official documents by taking the appropriate training in your state.

38 – Modeling

Modeling is a great side gig if it’s something your enjoy and have the ability to do it.

39 – Multi-Level Marketing

Multi-level marketing, or network marketing, consists in having distributors recruit other distributors. It’s a good side hustle, however, you should be aware of instances in which it can be a scam.

40 – Medical Transcriptionist

Transcribe medical records and earn some extra cash in the process.

41 – Kindle publisher

For the writers out there, you can self-publish your work of fiction or non-fiction and make some money on the side.

42 – Interior decorator

Got the eye for interior decorating? You can start a side hustle focused on helping people and businesses decorate their surroundings.

43 – House sitter

House sitting while the owners are away is also a lucrative way to make side cash, while visiting other areas for instance.

44 – Graphic designer

Put your graphic design skills to work by helping people with their websites, logos, or any other tasks requiring design skills.

45 – Gigwalking

Get matched with consumer brand companies needing assistance to execute their plans using Gigwalk.

46- Ghostwriter

Write books anonymously for authors in exchange for a fee!

47 – DJ

Got a love for music and some DJ skills? You can offer your services during events and other happenings.

48 – Doula

Put your midwifery skills and become certified to be a doula and assist expectant mothers with their delivery.

49 – Consulting

Recycle your talents, skills and experience into a consulting side hustle, and get paid for it.

50 – Recycle used smartphones

You can recycle your used smartphones and electronics on Gazelle.com, and make extra money on the side.

51 – Manage small businesses’ social media

If you already spend a lot of time on social media, you may consider managing small businesses’ social media as a side hustle.

52 – Mystery shopping

This is essentially about being hired by a company to pose as a regular shopper and provide feedback to the company as related to cleanliness, employee performance, etc. Think of it as being paid to shop for free! Here are a few companies you can get hired by.

53 – Marketing focus group participant

Share your opinion and make extra cash by becoming a marketing focus group participant.

54 – Medical Research participant

Help further medicine and finding cures while earning on the side by becoming a medical research participant.

55 – YouTuber

Share your recommendations, favorite products and services on YouTube! You can make money through advertising and commissions.

56 – Logo designer

Use your graphic designs skills by becoming a logo designer for companies such as 99Designs for instance.

57 – Personal Shopper

Indulge your love of shopping and earn extra by becoming a personal shopper.

58 – Language tutor

Tutor students in a foreign language in exchange for a fee.

59 – Start a food truck

This is a great alternative to opening your own restaurant, and you can do it on the side too!

60 – Be an extra in movies

Look for ads in search of movie extras and enjoy being part of a movie production, while still getting paid on the side.

61 – GoFundMe page

If you’ve got a side hustle that you’d like to raise funds for, then using a GoFundMe page is a great way. However, you want to make sure that it’s abiding by the law and the rules of GoFundMe.

62 – Sell your hair

The human hair market is huge, and while you may be able to donate some of you hair, you can also very well sell it.

63 – Driver Ed teacher

If you’re interested in teaching others how to properly drive, you can become a Driver Ed teacher.

64 – Local Tour guide

Turn your knowledge of your local area into a side hustle by becoming a local tour guide.

65 – Invest with Lending Club

Make money on the side through peer-to-peer lending by investing with LendingClub.

66- Create an app

Have you been thinking of creating an app? It’s a great way of making extra income.

67- Employee Referral Program

Use your current employer’s Employee Referral Program and you can make some serious side income. Some referrals can make you up to $2,000 and more!

68 – Rent Out Your Stuff

You can rent out your own stuff on Zilok.com, where you can post your items, from bouncy houses to household tools and party supplies.

69 – Become a PostMate

Deliver the best that your city has to offer by becoming a PostMate. You can sign up to earn up to +$25/hour to serve as local courier.

70 – User Testing

Do some user testing and make extra bucks through UserTesting.com.

71 – Sell Stock photos

Create an extra stream of income by selling your stock photos on sites like IStock.

72- Become someone’s friend

Did you know you can get rented as a (platonic) friend for a fee? Check out RentAFriend.com!

73- Plasma Donor

Safely give blood and get rewarded for it! You can find a safe center at DonatePlasma.org.

74- Travel consultant

Are you a travel buff? You can become a travel consultant by getting the proper education and adding some passion to the mix as well.

75 – Instagram Marketer

Got some Instagram skills? How about trading your social media knowledge into an actual side gig that can earn you extra cash? Help entrepreneurs and businesses increase their social media presence and make money.

76 – Buy and sell domain names

A lucrative side gig can also be to purchase original domain names, and sell them to people who need them.

77- Sew

Got sewing skills? Offer your services to help others mend, adjust or even create their items of clothing.

78 – Editing college admission essays

College admission essays can be challenging to write. If you’re gifted with the written word, it can also be a great way to earn a side income while helping eager students get into the college of their dreams.

79 – Rent out your car

Did you know you can actually rent out your car for a fee? Sites like Getaround or RelayRides.

80 – Virtual Juror

You can be a virtual juror and review legal cases, or share your insights on a given case. Use sites like OnlineVerdict.com or Signupdirect.com to make over $60 per gig.

81 – Have a garage sale

Nothing like holding a good ol’ garage sale to make extra money out of your unused stuff. Dust off your old clothes or items and get ready to earn extra money.

82- Produce audiobooks

Record your own audiobooks through platforms like ACX that can help you sell them on Audible to iTunes.

83- Ironing and Mobile Laundry

You can start your own mobile ironing and laundry business with an initial investment and the right target market.

84- Neighborhood Newspaper editor

Why not create your own neighborhood newspaper and sell ads in it? Chances are, you may be the first one and you may be able to make some serious coins out of it.

85 – Ecommerce

E-commerce is a great business model for side hustlers. Online stores and products are a great way to earn a side income which can even be grown to a full-time income.

86- Dropshipping

Dropshipping is a retail fulfillment method in which a store doesn’t keep the products it sells in store; but rather purchases it from a third party and ships it to the customer. It’s a great side hustle for anyone wanting to start a side business.

87- Build authority websites

If you have a knack for building websites, you can actually turn it into a pretty lucrative side hustle.

88- Flip websites

Houses are not the only thing you can flip. You can also flip websites and turn them into instant side cash.

89- Adjunct professor

Teach a skill or your knowledge in a college or university part-time, by becoming an adjunct professor.

90- Baker

Are you a good baker? You may be able to see your sweet services to individuals or businesses.

91 – Advertising on your car

While you’re at it, slap some advertisements on your car and earn money in the process too.

92- Virtual Assistant

If you’re very organized and have free time, then you can become a virtual assistant for busy individuals or organizations.

92 – Voiceover

Got a artistic or compelling voice? Consider becoming a voiceover in movies or productions.

93- Advertise on Twitter

If you have a strong following, you can advertise brands or products of your choice on Twitter or social media platforms, and get paid to do it.

94 – Masseuse

With the right training, you can become a private masseuse or work within a heath and wellness organization.

95 – Real Estate Agent

If you have a taste for real estate and some free time, you can become certified to sell real estate on a part-time basis. Some of the commissions you can make may even replace your income.

96 – Home Staging

Have an eye for design? You could get paid to stage homes as much as $5,000 to $10,000 per gig.

97 – Staffing/recruiting

If you have a knack for recruiting, you can turn it into a side hustle. Find the right people for various types of jobs and organizations and get paid for it.

98- Consignment business

Start a consignment business by re-selling used clothing or items. Leverage quality used items to turn a revenue and build a lucrative side business.

99- Create a Gift wrapping business

Are you skilled at gift-wrapping? Start a gift-wrapping business to help people an organizations, especially around the holidays.

100 – Brand Ambassador

Become a brand ambassador and promote products and services you believe in.

What other ideas would you add to this list?

To Your Success,

The Corporate Sis

Woman of Impact: Ronne Brown, Entrepreneur, Coach, Author, Speaker, Overcomer

by Solange Lopes | Nov 10, 2017 | Start Your Business

Ronne Brown, Entrepreneur, Coach, Writer, Speaker

Our Woman of Impact feature presents women who are breaking barriers in their careers, businesses and lives. These women are inspiring us to do our best work and live our best lives.

Our Woman of Impact is Ronne Brown, a wife, mother, coach, author, speaker, entrepreneur and overcomer. Hailing from Washington D.C, she has influenced thousands of entrepreneurs to live big, dream big and achieve success on their own terms. She went from being a janitor while pregnant to building a 7-figure salary through her entrepreneurial ventures. She teaches women to build successful businesses through her Millionaire’s Academy organization and her non-profit High Heels High Goals. Read her entire bio here.

Tell us a bit about you and what you do. I understand you’re a multi-preneur with many businesses and income streams

I’m a full-time mom, wife, and entrepreneur. I’m at a place in my life where I’ve leveraged the things I’m passionate about. I’m also an influencer. My passions are beauty, fashion and teaching entrepreneurship to people all over the world. I endorse a product line that I believe in, which is a beauty line. I also have my own boutique, called HHGLuxxe. In addition to that, I’m a speaker and I teach and educate a lot of women on how to leverage their gifts.

Ronne Brown – Founder of HHHG Luxe – Courtesy: ronneb.com

What inspired you to become an entrepreneur?

It was really tapping into the things I love. As I grew up, there wasn’t really anyone saying: “Do what you love”. It was always: “Do what pays you the most money, do what everyone else is doing, do what people have experienced success in.” So I wanted to see if it was possible for me to do what I really enjoyed, instead of settling working in Corporate America and living that cookie-cutter life. I was fired because I had kids and had to go to doctors’ appointments and things like that, and I really could not keep a job. I got tired of giving someone else control of my life, my future, my income, and putting them in a position where they could determine if my children would be able eat or have a roof over their head a month or two down the line if they felt as though I wasn’t a good fit for their business.

What does a typical day look like for you?

My days are different. It really depends on the day of the week, because I’m a mother of four, so my days can really change. Traditionally, I read my Word late at night. I’m different from most people, as most people read their Word in the morning. If you follow me on social media, you’ll see me posting the Word I read later at night. When I get up in the morning, I map my day out. I look at my agenda, and start with of my income-producing activities. I try to get my workout in, then I make myself breakfast, start smashing my goals, you know, my honey-to-do list. That’s how I tackle my day.

Do you feel like your faith is an integral part of your business? What do you advise other women in terms of combining their faith with their business or career?

I believe my faith is an integral part of my success. I know that God is 100% responsible for where I am. I also know that His Grace has been super sufficient when it comes to my life. I’ve overcome so much, and He has literally brought me through some of the things that I’ve never thought I could overcome. In addition to that, He’s given Me Grace and allowed me to start over, and really excel in my life. So I think that including and continuously giving Him the Glory for everything is very important. I think in the traditional days, people were taught not to express their religion and their faith in their business. I think that as this revolution happens, we have to be able to stand up and say what we stand for and who we stand for. I know Jesus Christ is my Lord and Savior, I know that and if someone doesn’t want to do business with me, He will send me the people who are right for me.

Can you tell us about the challenges and hurdles you overcame before being successful in your business?

I went through many things that almost every woman goes through, in life and in business. It’s not just a business thing, it’s life. In life, we go through so much, and it’s truly just a way for us to learn more and more about ourselves, and how to respond to different things. I’ve gone through losing my job, and just really being on the verge of giving up. I’ve settled in my life for things and positions that I knew I deserved better and more in. I’ve dealt with heartbreak and betrayal, that so many people go through. I think the most important thing is knowing that you’re not the only one, I’ve been there.

Ronne Brown – Courtesy of RonneB.com

Now that you’re on the other side, what’s the best part about what you do?

The thing is, you’re never really on the other side. Your income may increase, but so do your responsibilities, so does people’s dependency on you, that increases as well. All of it never goes away. The tests get harder, the obstacles come, the hurdles get bigger, and you have to work harder to overcome the things that you were struggling with when you were making $30,000 a year. And now you may be making a couple of hundred thousand a year…

I want to make this very clear in this interview. Just because you start making more money, doesn’t mean the problems go away. The more money you make, the more obstacles you have to overcome, the more people you start to question and begin to reveal themselves. You’re at a place where you have no tolerance for the bullcrap, for procrastination. So the problems don’t go away. The more money, the more problems. But God won’t put you in any situation that He doesn’t feel you can handle. What happens is, the more money you make, the more problems you have to overcome.

How do you face these challenges and the uncertainty of being an entrepreneur and having your own business?

I think about going to the grave without doing the things that I’ve always wanted to do. Taking all of this to the grave. Are you really going to take all of this greatness to the grave?

What resources would you recommend for other women looking to emulate what you do and get into entrepreneurship?

I recommend the Holy Bible, and if you’re new to it, I definitely suggest that you download it in the ERV(Easy-to-Read) version. Another thing I recommend is peace and quiet, meaning taking the time to get in a quiet place and clear your mind, because that helps me often.

I also suggest social media, making sure that you’re on the most popular social media channels. Right now the top two are Facebook and Instagram. I also suggest email automation, that you can use to build a list and keep your contacts. You can be on Mailchimp or Aweber for instance. In addition to that, I also suggest to anyone listening that you start providing quality content to your followers. What are you giving them that keeps them coming back to your page every day? Making that connection and finding out what your audience wants to hear and see, is very important. Study your following, study the people coming to your page, ask them what they want to hear and see, and deliver accordingly.

What do you do for fun, after you put in all this work and push through your limits?

I love to dance, I love music, and I love trap music as well. You can probably find me somewhere listening to some rap music, some 90’s R&B music. I’m a dance machine, I love to have parties at my house. I’m that person.

What do you have on repeat these days?

I have Kendrick Lamar on repeat right now. I’m really falling in love with this young lady Sza. I love Solange, I’m getting in that peaceful place where I like to play it. I love 2Chains as well. And then, you’ve gotta have a little praise and worship, I’m old school. I always have the WOW 2017 Gospel Hits. It’s really mixed up in here (laughs).

What kind of services do you provide women entrepreneurs?

I do an event called “Round Table with Ronne B”. I also have a non-profit called “High Heels, High Goals”, so sometimes we do events and give back to women’s businesses. Mostly, you will see me marketing and sharing products I love.

You can also check out my GirlCEO planner, because I’m rolling out a lot of tools to help women be more successful with their business ventures. That’s really what I’m working on right now, in addition to sharing the beauty and wellness products I believe in.

What advice would you give your 20-year old self?

Keep your legs closed (laughs). The reason why I say that is that getting intimate is such an emotional decision. I’ve seen it upset so many women, myself included, in their lives and work. I would definitely tell myself to dream bigger, and not to put any limitations on my life. This is not the end, there is so much more ahead. At any given moment, you can rewrite the book. There were definitely times when I said to myself: “It’s over. I screwed up.” This is when you have to tell yourself: “It’s not easy, get over yourself!”

Where can we find you?

You can go to ronneb.com. You can also go to my Instagram: @ronneb. In addition to that, you can check out my new GirlCEO planner, at Iamagirlceo.com. Be sure to stop by and say hello.

Speaking to Ronne Brown was such a pleasure and a breath of fresh air. Her authenticity and the genuine advice she was willing to share filled me up with such gratitude and purpose. Y’all go check her out!

Thanks, Ronne B!

To Your Success,

The Corporate Sis.

4 Tips to Manage Your Side Hustle as a Working Woman

by Solange Lopes | Nov 8, 2017 | Start Your Business

Side hustles are great, but managing them can be a challenge. In this video, I share 4 tips to manage your own side hustle, according to your priorities and lifestyle.

Check it out below:

What tips would you add to the list?

To Your Success,

The Corporate Sis.

Make Extra Money On Your Own Schedule As An UberEATS Delivery Partner

by Solange Lopes | Oct 30, 2017 | Make More Money

Please note this post contains affiliate links.

Ever thought of making some side hustle money on your own schedule? Now you can do this with UberEATS, the food delivery service affiliated with ride-sharing service and app Uber. UberEATS now delivers food from your favorite food spots in over 79 cities and growing across the US. This means that by tapping into the UberEATS network, you can have access to a large roster of restaurants in your local area.

How does UberEats work?

UberEATS has hundreds of restaurants to choose from in over 79 cities and growing across the US. It uses an app which lets you scroll through the feed and search for certain restaurants or cuisine. Once you find something you’re into, you can simply tap and add it to your cart.

Uber Eats Boston – Photo credit: ubereats.com

Once you get ready to check out, the UberEATS app will display your address, the price of the order as well as the delivery time. You can then place your order, and the app will use the card on file (so no need for cash). You can then track your order on the app, and see exactly who the UberEATS driver who will pick it up is. You can see their photo and name, and will be able to track them on the map as well.

You can also schedule an order ahead of time, and set your delivery for a later time.

SIGN UP HERE TO BECOME AN UBER EATS DRIVER!

Why become an UberEATS Delivery Partner?

You can work on your own schedule

Got some time in the morning, the evening or even on the week-ends? You can use however much time you have available to devote to being an UberEATS delivery partner. Basically, you’re your own boss and decide on your preferred schedule.

You choose your transportation

With UberEATS, you’re not just restricted to your good ol’ car. Depending on the rules in the city you’re in, you can use a car, bike or even scooter to get the job done.

You earn extra money while helping people

Think about all the people you can help by delivering their favorite door to them, while still making good money? This is about providing others with a great service.

What do I need to become an UberEATS Delivery Partner?

Here are the requirements if you want to be an UberEATS driver:

You must be at least 19 years old
You must have a valid vehicle insurance and driver’s license
You must have a 2 or 4-door car made after 1997

If you’re a cyclist, here are the requirements:

You must be at least 18 years old (age requirements may vary by state)
You must also have a state-issued ID

Interested? You can sign up HERE!

To Your Success,

The Corporate Sis.

#NeverThrowAway: Celebrate National Consignment Day by Making Smart Fashion Choices

by Solange Lopes | Oct 2, 2017 | Make More Money

Disclosure: I have partnered with The Real Real to discuss making smart fashion choices through the power of consignment shopping.

Fall is one of my favorite times to “refresh” my wardrobe. By this, I mean (graciously) letting go of the clothes and shoes I keep hoping to “magically” fit in one day when my stomach gets flat again. In the age of consignment, when you can pocket some serious cash for cleaning your closet and home of unused goods, eliminating personal clutter has actually become the ethical thing to do. Think about it, instead of throwing away all the money you spent on those then-highly-fashionable mini-skirts from college, you can now let go of yesterday’s fashion with poise, elegance and a fatter wallet.

Consigning, or the modern art of reselling your unused goods, is also a great way to make sustainable, smart fashion choices while pocketing extra cash.

I first got into the world of consigning as a college student with a thin wallet and unabashed passion for eclectic, original yet moderately priced fashion wares. It was a fellow fashion addict with a similarly limited budget, who introduced me to the concept and led me to my first vintage Chanel bag.We’d travel hours to some of the best consignment shops in the most affluent areas around town, chasing those unique vintage picks. It was about more than just getting more stuff, it was the thrill of the chase, the history behind those vintage pocket books, the sense that life has passed through these stores. And also that we were contributing to saving fashion from utter waste (we all need a higher purpose, don’t we?).

In honor of the first-ever National Consignment Day, here are seven benefits of never throwing away and consigning instead:

High fashion doesn’t have to mean high costs!

I’m the proverbial “frugal fashionista”. Which also means I don’t believe that you necessarily need to dish out high costs to enjoy high fashion. You can now get designer items in good condition on resale, while giving sellers the opportunity to sell more with less costs and labor.

Keep in mind that one of the pre-requisites of consignment selling is that sellers ascertain that the items sold are up to a certain standard. This also means you may be able to purchase great, even rare items, at a fraction of their price.

Consigning is environmentally-friendly!

Instead of throwing away unused goods and adding to the planet’s waste, you can actually contribute to saving the planet through the use of consignment shops. Now, unused items can become part of someone’s wardrobe, while the seller can benefit from making extra cash. For both buyers and sellers, it’s an absolute win-win.

By not throwing away, you’re helping a good cause!

Many consignment shops also serve as non-profit organizations. As such, they partner with local and national charities to dedicate some of their benefits to helping certain causes. As you participate in the consigning process, you may also be helping a charitable cause.

Consigning is a great business!

If you have an eye for rare fashion and other finds, you may be able to turn the consigning process into an exciting business. There are many online marketplaces that specialize in high-value and/or original consigned goods. I know I love unique vintage items and rare art pieces that sometimes can only be found through the consigning process.

Every now and then, you hear about a lucky shopper who stumbled across a treasure at a consignment shop. That could be you!

Consigning is budget-friendly!

Whether you’re in a budget pinch or just want to save a few bucks, consigning can be a great way to make or save extra money. You can cash in on all those unused dresses (yes, those with the tags on that don’t get past your left thigh) in your closet, and you may also be able to score original, unique finds at very reasonable prices.

It’s like a fun treasure hunt!

One of the main reasons why I love consignment shops is the sense of adventure they bring. You never know what you’ll find there. I’ve dug out unique vintage fashion items, funny and original pieces from antique times, and rare décor in stores all across the country.

I always wonder about the story behind those items, and get inspired by the memories they may carry. Plus that sense of extra price when you beat the other shoppers and get the coveted vintage Chanel bag…

You get variety and originality!

Last but not least, if you tend to get bored in traditional stores, consider the variety and originality you may find in consignment shops. From various designer labels to older, vintage picks, the options may be endless, and quite fun!

What has been your experience with consignment shopping?

To Your Success,

The Corporate Sister.

5 Steps to Successfully Transition from Corporate Life to Entrepreneurship

by Solange Lopes | Aug 28, 2017 | Start Your Business

When I decided to transition from corporate life to entrepreneurship, I wasn’t sure how to go about it, for the most part. For most, such a huge career transition is downright scary, if not close to impossible. Which is why it takes so many of us, myself included, so long to come to terms with it. Or even attempt it at all…

From my own trials and errors, and from learning from so many other mentors who have successfully done it before, here are 5 steps to follow for a successful corporate life to entrepreneurship transition:

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5 Money Saving Tricks for College Students

by Solange Lopes | Aug 23, 2017 | Make More Money

This article was written by a college student contributor to TCS.

The concept of going off to college and living in complete freedom is the most exciting step of adulthood. However, with newfound freedom comes expenses—a lot of expenses. I’ve always been very frugal with my money. Every expense should be justified and only completely necessary.

I wasn’t necessarily raised this way, but I became extremely cautious with my money once I started working and had to pay for most of my expenses. Now, I spend my money on rent, gas, and food Although I could ask my parents when I need to, I make every effort not to.

As a frugal college student, here are some ways I recommend to try and cut unnecessary expenses and save money in college:

Always use coupons!

Whether it is going to a movie or eating out, I always try to find online coupons that can reduce the cost of my purchases. Some of these sites include Groupon, StudentRate.com, or MySavings.com.

Eat for free on campus!

On campus, there are so many opportunities for free food, and most of the time, I don’t hesitate to take advantage of them. Doing so reduces my need to go out and buy food since I have no meal plan. I also learned how to cook, and I’m not living on Ramen noodles every day. I actually make decent omelets in the mornings (if I wake up early enough). Apps like Epicurious can also help you plan your meals better.

Use discount sites!

I also live in a house off campus which requires furniture, so I go on Craigslist or various garage sales nearby to buy used but in good quality furniture. Other discount sites for college students include TUN, UConnection, Also, I’m aware of a lot of places which offer student discounts, especially around my area. Most of the restaurants, fast food, and clothing boutiques give student discounts. A great site to consult for locations around your campus which might offer student discounts is AroundCampus.com. Keep in mind to ask around and always check if any student discounts are available before making any purchase.

Do things on your own!

The best way to save money is doing things on your own. I used to get my nails done often, but I learned to just do them on my own. I end up saving $30 a month this way. I also wash my own car instead of taking it to a car wash.

Find cheaper textbooks!

Purchasing college textbooks is the worst. The best way to go about is going to the online websites finding cheaper versions of the textbooks or finding the free pdf file. This way you are getting the information and still spending as less as possible. Also, ask about and use college Facebook groups to inquire about cheaper options or students who may be selling theirs at lower costs. Sites like CampusBooks.com or Chegg can help you shop for cheaper books,

All in all, college can be a rewarding and fulfilling experience—but you don’t have to spend so much money. Being cautious of your money and spending it in the right places can relieve you from a lot of stress, and it’ll be the best four years of your life.

How do you save money in college?

To Your Success,

The Corporate Sis.