It’s the holiday season, a time of joy, celebration, and for so many people, extra spending. It’s easy to get swept up in the whirlwind of gift buying, travel and holiday cheer, but it’s also a great time to increase your earnings and leverage the final months of the year.
Whether you’re trying to bolster your savings, invest in your portfolio, or just cover the unexpected costs that tend to arise during the holidays, below is a list of 13 holiday gigs that can help you make a little extra money as the year comes to an end.
Retail Jobs
The holiday season brings more business to the retail sector and stores as well as e commerce platforms need extra hands to meet the demand. A way quick way to make some extra income is to take on a temporary position in retail. Plus, if you work in the right store, you can get an employee discount to help your holiday shopping budget go even farther.
Delivery Services
Now, more than ever, people are shopping online, so delivery drivers are in high demand. Amazon, DoorDash, UPS and other companies are always looking for temporary drivers to deal with the surge of deliveries. If you want to drive and have a flexible schedule this gig is for you. Using your earnings strategically can help you hit your budget goals or save up for an investment opportunity in the new year.
Customer Service Representative
During the holidays, a lot of companies are making their customer service teams on overdrive to handle a high amount of calls and inquiries. These positions are often remote, so it’s easy to work these gigs into your schedule. Customer service representatives answer questions, troubleshoot problems, supply feedback to customers, and respond to issue tickets.
Event Staffing
There are so many events during the holidays, from corporate parties, to weddings, to charity galas. Roles of servers, bartenders, event coordinators and more can all be event staffing. If you work at high profile events, these temporary positions are well paying. Many of these gigs also come with the ability to receive tips, which could add a considerable amount to your take home pay.
Freelance Writing and Editing
Freelancing as a writer or editor can be a profitable holiday gig, if you have a way with words. During the holidays, as businesses are ramping up their marketing campaigns, content creators are in demand. This gig can be done from home. Building a freelance portfolio can also help set you up for more steady stream of income into the new year.
Social Media Management
Social media managers are in demand and businesses and people alike will be looking to engage with their audiences during the holidays. There are so many small businesses and influencers that need help creating and scheduling posts, running ads, interacting with their followers etc. This can be a high paying, flexible gig if you know what you’re doing, or are willing to learn.
Pet Sitting and Dog Walking
Pet sitting and dog walking is an ideal holiday gig if you’re an animal lover. A lot of pet owners are out of town for the holidays and need someone to tend to their pets while they are gone. This gig isn’t just fun, it can pay well too if you’ve got a couple clients working at once. It’s a fun way to help your finances grow, whether you save the income for an emergency fund or put it towards your next investment.
House Sitting
House sitting is a gig that can help you earn more during the holiday season. The holidays are a time when many people go out of town and need someone to keep an eye on their home. This may range from collecting mail and making sure house is secure. In fact, some house sitting opportunities provide free accommodation in return for your services.
Photography
If you love photography and are looking for a way to make holiday season extra special, then turning it into a profitable gig is a great way to do it. Holiday portraits are often commissioned by families and businesses need professional photos for holiday marketing campaigns.
Virtual Assistant
Virtual assistants have become increasingly popular in recent years and the holiday season is no different. During the holidays, business owners and busy people need extra support to stay on top of their schedules. With that extra income,build an investment strategy for your plans for the coming year.
Craft Sales
The holiday season is also a great time to sell your handmade goods if you’re crafty or enjoy DIY projects. During the holidays, there is a strong demand for unique, personal gifts, from knitted scarves, to custom holiday ornaments.
Ride-Sharing
Although it’s probably not surprising, going on vacation during the holidays means more demand for ride sharing services, like Uber and Lyft. If you have a reliable vehicle and like to drive, then you can get in on the increased demand for rides. Ride sharing can give you extra cash to add to your savings or help you make an investment to start the new year.
Tutoring
Tutoring is a highly sought after service with students on holiday break and many preparing for exams or winter semester coursework. You can charge your own rates and book your own hours of tutoring on specific subjects, test prep and teaching English as a second language. Tutoring is a fun way to make extra money and can be a chance to save money or put it toward your investment goals.
Disclaimer: This list is solely the author’s opinion based on research and publicly available information.
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