0:00
/
0:00
Transcript

#005: 5 income streams for creative freelancers

You don't have to wait to get monetized on YouTube to get paid.

Summary

In this video, I’m sharing five ways to earn income without depending on YouTube monetization, including subscriptions, affiliate marketing, digital products, and services.

Key Takeaways

  • 0:11 Subscriptions and Memberships: Platforms like BuyMeACoffee, Ko-fi, Patreon, and Substack allow recurring support through donations and subscriptions.

  • 0:49 Affiliate Marketing: Programs like Amazon Associates and CJ Affiliate provide referral commissions.

  • 1:48 Ads and Sponsorships: Integrate ads in your content or secure sponsors for additional revenue.

  • 2:03 Digital Products: Sell online courses, templates, and ebooks on platforms like Shopify and Gumroad.

  • 2:32 Services: Offer coaching, consulting, VIP days, and productized services for consistent income.

Resources Mentioned

  • Subscription Platforms: BuyMeACoffee, Ko-fi, Patreon, Substack

  • Affiliate Programs: Amazon Associates, Impact, CJ Affiliate, ShareASale, PartnerStack, Commission Junction

  • Digital Product Platforms: Shopify, Etsy, BuyMeACoffee, WooCommerce, Payhip, Gumroad, Udemy, Teachable

  • Service Platforms: Upwork, Fiverr, Contra, Wellfound, Craigslist, LinkedIn

  • Podcast Platforms: Spotify, Apple Podcasts

  • Daily Item: American millennials drive surge in freelancing as a side job

Available on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube | RSS

Learn more about Marjy and Brief Gems at msguery.net/podcast.