If you're at all interested in starting your own online business, there's no time like the present. We live in a golden age of wealth. As much as the media tries to glorify the perils of our society, we actually live in a time that's ripe with opportunity and the potential for monumental business growth at a scale never before experienced.
According to Shaun Stenning, “The internet is the great equalizer. In business specifically, it has leveled the playing field. Anyone can start a money-making online business—anyone with a computer, that is. But here’s the thing: virtually no technical experience is needed.”
“The opportunities for making money online are endless in this digital age. I'm not talking about creating the next Google or Facebook, and I'm definitely not suggesting that there are any get rich quick schemes that will land you thousands for just a few hours of work.” Shaun Stenning said.
Let's consider five of the top ways to start an online business and make money online with little or no cost at all.
Drop-Shipping
According to Shaun Stenning, The basic idea behind an online drop shipping business is that, as a small business owner, you don’t have to maintain a large inventory (or any inventory whatsoever) of products or handle any delivery to your customers.
Virtual assistant
The role of the virtual assistant is completely open-ended, and the tasks can vary wildly depending on whom you're assisting. Assignments could be anything from replying to emails and updating social media, to editing spreadsheets and coordinating your client's schedule.
Affiliate Marketing
Affiliate marketing is somewhat similar to drop shipping but with some key differences. With this e-commerce model, you again don’t maintain an inventory of your own products, and you don’t have to worry about shipping products to customers.
Social media manager
Social media management has become so crucial to the success of businesses that for most companies, it pays to have someone in charge of their accounts who really understands the ins and outs of all the social media platforms.
Online tutor
If you enjoy teaching and have in-depth knowledge of a particular subject, then online tutoring could be a reliable moneymaker for you. Where previously, tutoring was all done face-to-face and relied on finding students in your local area, the internet has made it global.