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How To Turn Your Hobby Into Extra Income

May 2, 2025 Gail Lowe 4 comments

Finding a hobby that can earn you extra money from home is more than possible — it’s a smart way to dip your toes into the world of online income. If you’ve ever thought, “Could I really make money from something I enjoy?” — the answer is often yes, with the right approach. In this article we’ll show you how to turn your hobby into extra income – and something that you can do from home. Let’s break it down step by step. This article contains affiliate links. For more information, see our Affiliate Disclosure. 1. Start with what you

How To Be Disciplined In Business

April 28, 2025 Gail Lowe 4 comments

How to be disciplined in business… as easy as getting your teenage daughter to tidy her room! Earlier this week, I found myself saying to one of my daughters, “You need to be disciplined about this,” as I tried (with some strategic nudging) to get her to tidy her room. What she didn’t know – but I did – was that a friend was travelling up from Gloucester to surprise her the next day. I couldn’t exactly say that outright, so we had to get creative with our encouragement… You’ll have to read on to see if it worked! This

10 Essential Tools For Online Business Success

April 22, 2025 Gail Lowe 4 comments

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Running an online business in 2025 is both exciting and demanding. Whether you’re just getting started or scaling fast, having the right tools can save time, reduce stress, and boost your income. Below, you’ll find 10 essential tools for online business success – the ones that actually make a difference day to day and that I’ve found very useful. No fluff, no hype – just solid options to help you run things more smoothly. Most of them have a free trial or a free version, so you can try them before you commit your hard-earned resources. I’ve also listed some

A Beginner’s Guide To Virtual Worlds In 2025

April 3, 2025 Gail Lowe 4 comments

Are you a fan of The Matrix films? Or maybe Lawnmower Man or Ready Player One? I love all of these films because they merge the real world we live in with imaginary virtual ones. AND they pose some very intriguing questions about the nature of reality while they’re at it. Virtual worlds have grown in popularity and potential in recent years, not just in films but in the gaming industry, too. I was a huge fan of Second Life when it first came out, and I completely regret not thinking like an entrepreneur back then when it was all

What Is Passive Income? A Beginner’s Guide

March 29, 2025 Gail Lowe 4 comments

The question, “What is passive income?” is one that many people ask. The lure of the ‘easy buck’ makes it as irresistible as an ice-cream on a hot day. I have always been intrigued by the idea of making money work for me and as I look around, I see many people who are doing just that. The seem to have a different view of money, or a different belief about money from the rest of us. The concept of passive income means earning money from sources that require little direct effort on a daily basis. In its simplest form,

Using AI To Create Content: Excellent Trick Or Terrible Treat?

March 13, 2025 Gail Lowe 6 comments

Can you imagine running your online business in an environment where content is created for you? I’m sure we’ve all dreamed of doing just that – passive income with no effort on our part at all! No more burnout or endless hours of writing. We could get rid of these expensive freelancers. With AI-driven content creation, this is no longer a futuristic dream; it’s happening right now. But is using AI to create content really all it’s cracked up to be? Or are there some nasty pitfalls lurking behind that “How can I help you today?” invitation? Have you fallen

How To Create An Online Course: A Step-by-Step Guide

March 3, 2025 Gail Lowe 4 comments

In today’s digital world, online courses have become a powerful way to share knowledge, establish your authority as an expert, and generate income. Whether you’re an expert in a specific field or simply passionate about teaching, creating an online course can help you reach a global audience and it’s never been easier. This guide will walk you through the entire process of creating and launching a successful online course, from idea to execution and beyond. So read on to find out how to create an online course. This article contains affiliate links. 1. Choose your course topic The first step

Tips On How To Monetize Your Blog

February 18, 2025 Gail Lowe 2 comments

I love writing the content for my website, but at some point, all online entrepreneurs also want to learn how they can make some additional money in return for all the work they are putting in. This is only the same as the person who designs and makes clothing, wanting a return on their investment of time and effort. So monetizing a blog boils down to turning your passion or expertise into a stream of income. It’s about leveraging the content and audience you’ve built to generate revenue. Many people start blogging as a hobby or side project, helping people

Honest Review Of Wealthy Affiliate 2025

February 14, 2025 Gail Lowe 4 comments

Heard of Wealthy Affiliate and want to get the lowdown about whether it is a reputable company or not? Here is my honest review of Wealthy Affiliate 2025 based on being a member for 7 years, and NOT based on AI-researched content, or worse, misleading and false information. So, here’s my snapshot of the training program and the company: Name: WEALTHY AFFILIATE Website: https://www.wealthyaffiliate.comPrice: FREE Starter membership, additional paid-for memberships available ranging from $24.75 to $208.08 per month when billed annuallyOwners: Kyle Loudon and Carson Lim Training Quality: 10/10Research Tools: 8/10Mentorship/Support: 10/10Websites Included: YES at least 1, can be up

Common Mistakes To Avoid In Affiliate Marketing

February 13, 2025 Gail Lowe 4 comments

Affiliate marketing is a powerful way to generate passive income and has become more popular in recent years with the increase in online shopping and internet access. There are certainly more people advertising ways to generate an online income nowadays. However, many beginners make costly mistakes that hinder their success and limit their potential income. This article lists the main common mistakes to avoid in affiliate marketing so that you can start on the right foot and learn from the mistakes of others. (Yes, we’ve all made them!) However, like anything in life, if you take the time to do