Waking up to $2000 made😭

Today I am 9 days post surgery and I have to rest for 6 weeks. Being able to make money online at home while I rest is a blessing. Since November I’ve built 8 sources of online income. I initially started as a side hustle because I just wanted extra money but it turned to way more than that pretty fast.

I don’t share numbers to show off..

I share it so you see what is possible. I started with $0 of extra income. I started with 0 experience making passive income online. I started lemon as an experiment and grew it to almost 10k in a few months with things I’ve learned.

I’ve been able to walk away from nursing to travel and now to rest in peace after surgery. I’m not an influencer and I don’t have special skills.

If you’re feeling stuck or struggling please know you don’t have to settle for that! I did everything the “right way”, whatever that means lol and still found myself burnt out from my career.

#nurse #realtalk #wealthbuilding #wealthmindset #growthmindset #glowup #motivation #routine #ADayInMyLife #health

2024/8/8 Edited to

... Read moreOkay, so you've seen how I'm managing to earn while recovering, and I know many of you might be wondering, "How exactly do you do it, especially when you're supposed to be resting?" It's definitely a different ballgame than working full-time, but it's absolutely achievable. My biggest piece of advice is to start small and focus on building systems that don't require constant active input. When I talk about "8 sources of online income," it might sound daunting, but many of them are interconnected or built gradually. For someone recovering from surgery, like me, the key is flexibility and minimal physical exertion. Think about tasks you can do from your bed or couch. Things like affiliate marketing, where you promote products you love and earn a commission on sales, can be set up once and then generate income passively. Another great option is creating digital products – like e-books, templates, or online courses – based on your existing knowledge or hobbies. Once they're created, the sales can keep coming in without you needing to do much more than occasional promotion. I also dipped my toes into freelance writing and virtual assistant work initially. These aren't entirely passive, but they offer incredible flexibility. You can choose your hours, take on projects that fit your energy levels, and pause when you need to rest. The beauty of it is that you can build up a client base and then decide how much work you want to take on each week. The goal isn't to replace your old job with a new one that causes burnout, but to create a sustainable, flexible income. One of the most satisfying parts of this journey is seeing your "available balance" grow. I remember waking up, grabbing my coffee, and checking in on "ONE of my sources Of online income" – that feeling of seeing money come in while I was literally just starting my day, or even still in bed, was incredibly motivating. It reinforced that the effort I put in upfront was genuinely paying off. If you're aiming for that $2000 a month mark, remember it's a journey. Start by identifying what skills or interests you have that could be monetized online. Could you teach a language, edit videos, design graphics, or manage social media for small businesses? Even something as simple as participating in paid online surveys or micro-task sites can contribute, especially when you're just starting and testing the waters. The beauty of online income is the scalability. You can start with one stream, perfect it, and then slowly add others. Don't feel pressured to do everything at once, especially during recovery. Prioritize healing, and let your online ventures be a therapeutic and empowering way to take control of your financial future. It's not just about the money; it's about the freedom and peace of mind it brings.

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Yes I have been dealing with a lot of family loss lately

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