$850+ for just for ONE event. No student debt.

I started my business with under $100, just volunteering at my kids’ school to get practice. I didn’t have a business plan, just a creative hustle and the willingness to show up.

Little by little, doors opened and they just keep getting bigger.

If you’ve been wanting to start your own business or side hustle here are 5 Steps to Start NOW:

1. Find Your Gift:

What do you love doing? What came naturally as a kid?

2. Practice It:

Hone your skill, even if it’s just for fun.

3. Validate It:

Offer it for free or volunteer to test the waters.

4. Get the Basics:

Start with what you need, not everything at once. You will get what you need and more as you grow. TRUST me.

5. Create + Share:

Post your journey, build trust, and let people find you.

We all have natural talents and skills that can be monetized.

No more being told what to do. No more doing things you don’t want to do.

If you’ve been wanting to start something, this is your sign ✨

#sidehustle

#CreativeEntrepreneur

#latinaowned

#FromPassionToProfit

#StartYourBusiness

2025/10/10 Edited to

12 comments

GenGen's images
GenGen

I love this! How did you get clients for your face painting business ? 🥰

TheSocialShopaholic's images
TheSocialShopaholic

So you charge $120 an hour?

See more comments

Related posts

How I made money as a college student
Even if you don't want to have a part-time job as a student, here are a few side hustles you can do to make some extra cash! -Facebook Marketplace - Every year when I would move apartments, I would set aside a box of things that I didn't need, and instead of donating or throwing the item
Delara 💖👩🏻‍💻

Delara 💖👩🏻‍💻

3728 likes

50/30/20 Subcategories (Needs, Wants, Savings/Debt)
Nadia lang

Nadia lang

804 likes

How im paying off my debt 💕
This planner made setting up my plan so easy. I know that I can stick to it just off how simple this planner is 🩷 This is your sign to start your budget journey to reach your goals ! #budgetplaner #planninggirl #budgetingasastudent #budgetingforbeginners #jaliyahkreationz #moneyma
JaliyahKreation

JaliyahKreation

1509 likes

PAY OFF DEBT even if living PAYCHECK TO PAYCHECK
Paying off debt while living paycheck to paycheck might feel impossible, but small steps can make a big impact. Track your spending, set realistic payment goals, and stay consistent with your plan. It’s not about perfection – it’s about progress. Swipe for simple tips to start your debt-free journe
Kevin’s Templates

Kevin’s Templates

1264 likes

How I’m using my Lemon8 to pay off my debt
#embracevulnerability #Lemon8Diary #shareyourthoughts #debtpayoff #debtfreejourney I would like to start by saying that I am not in the creator rewards program, nor do I make any profit off of social media or any side hustles. I am making payments directly from what I make with my full t
Juliana

Juliana

1133 likes

A title card on a background of US dollar bills, stating: 'HOW I'M USING CHATGBT to PAY OFF DEBT AND SAVE MONEY'.
A slide defining ChatGPT as an AI-powered conversational assistant, listing its key features: Natural Language Understanding, Knowledge and Assistance, Task Assistance, and Personalization.
A slide explaining how to use ChatGPT for saving money and paying off debt, with an example prompt for a financial plan.
How I Use ChatGBT To Save Money and Destroy Debt
Check out the response ChatGPT gave me after I typed in my example question: Here’s a detailed step-by-step plan to help you save $200 per month and pay off your $5,000 debt within 6–8 months: Step 1: Assess Your Monthly Budget 1. Income: • Biweekly pay: $1,200 •&#
MaeNycole

MaeNycole

1458 likes

How to become an RN Debt-Free 🌸
This is was my journey to becoming a nurse, and it can be yours too! Step: Apply for an ADN program at a community college in your city/region Step 2: While in school apply for federal grants, loans, and scholarships Step 3: Pass your NCLEX Step 4: Find a RN position (I just took a job in my
𝓑𝓻𝓲𝓪𝓷𝓷𝓪 ◡̈

𝓑𝓻𝓲𝓪𝓷𝓷𝓪 ◡̈

927 likes

A person in a striped shirt and jeans looks at flowers outside a shop, with the text 'HALF PAYMENT Budget Method to get out of debt' overlaid.
A cozy indoor scene with a laptop, teacups, and a teapot on a wooden table, featuring the text 'Divide your income into two halves.'
An outdoor patio with two white lounge chairs, plants, and a stone wall, overlaid with the text 'Use one half for debts and living expenses.'
HALF PAYMENT Budget Method to get out of debt
Hey there! 😊 Are you feeling overwhelmed by bills and financial stress? If so, you’re not alone! I want to share a budgeting method that many people haven’t discussed yet, but it’s truly effective. While we often hear about various budgeting strategies, this one stands out as the easiest approac
Inashwealth

Inashwealth

1419 likes

How to have No Student Debt
Get a job • Having a steady income throughout the school year allows for more insurance. • Gaining more money throughout the year let’s you start paying off student debt. Scholarships • They’re thousands of scholarship that you could apply for. • You can apply to scholarships year round.
AliPond232

AliPond232

695 likes

Struggling with credit card debt? 💳
Try these two proven methods to get back on track! ✨ Snowball Method: Start by paying off your smallest balance first and work towards higher balances. 🔥 Avalanche Method: Attack the highest interest rate debt first and save more money in the long run. Both can work – it just depends on wh
Mari 🦋

Mari 🦋

1051 likes

6 month debt plan ⛷️
*still a travel girly, but finance has been something I’ve truly been becoming obsessed with & want to bring it here* April 8 will be EXACTLY 6 months before my 29th birthday and my goal is to pay off 10-25% of my debt which is about $11,022 on the high end! 💰 If I can do more then that
iamkearaa 🎀

iamkearaa 🎀

220 likes

100% debt free nursing school?!
I first learned about Berea College in 2018, and I applied without ever visiting Kentucky. Here’s what I found out and why I decided to go: Berea College offers a unique opportunity where every student receives free tuition🤑, which is a huge financial benefit. In addition to that, students have
Brooke, MSN, NP

Brooke, MSN, NP

593 likes

PAY OFF DEBT WHEN YOU HAVE NO MONEY
Let's break down the steps to pay off debt when you're on a tight budget. I'll provide practical advice, and online jobs to consider for help because having a second job can help. Remember, consistency is key, and even small efforts can make a difference. Here we go #lemon8partner #
Inashwealth

Inashwealth

411 likes

A person holds a smartphone displaying app icons for debt payoff and budgeting. The image features the title 'Best Apps Debt Payoff & Budgeting' in stylized fonts, with a teal dollar sign icon and a green money stack icon.
Screenshots from the 'Debt Free box' app show detailed debt tracking. One screen displays a mortgage payment schedule with principal and interest, while another lists multiple debts like credit cards, mortgage, and car loans with their balances and payoff dates.
Screenshots from the 'EveryDollar Budgeting App' illustrate monthly budgeting. One screen shows a spending schedule with income and expenses, while another details planned income, risk of overspending, and categorized planned expenses for food and bills.
Best Apps: Debt Payoff and Budgeting
The best way to stay motivated and make progress in anything is to track it. Tracking your debt payments is a great way to stay motivated and see your progress over time. To also find extra money to put towards debt is great to use a budgeting app to budget for the month. This will help give ev
Claudia Barbie

Claudia Barbie

921 likes

An image overlaying the title 'DEALING WITH DEBT COLLECTORS DO'S & DON'TS' on a financial dashboard. The dashboard displays monthly expenses, incomes, credit card usage, and transaction logs, illustrating financial management concepts relevant to debt.
An image titled 'DO's' listing six actions for dealing with debt collectors, including requesting validation, verifying debt, disputing incorrect information, negotiating, recording everything, and seeking help from the CFPB. The background is a financial planning template.
An image titled 'DON'TS' listing three actions to avoid when dealing with debt collectors: don't communicate before validation, don't do nothing, and don't forget to pay taxes on canceled debt. The background is a transaction log template.
👇KNOW your Rights - Dealing with Debt Collectors
#debtcollector prey on negative feelings and all they care about is meeting their quotas. They don’t care if the debt is legitimately yours so here are some things that you shouldn’t should not do when interacting with them. DO’S: 1. Request a validation letter - they have 5 business days f
TheHappyPlanner

TheHappyPlanner

526 likes

The image shows a desk with a monitor displaying "New Series How I Paid for College Debt-Free" and "What to Expect SWIPE", introducing a series on paying for college without debt.
The image states that college is expensive but the author paid for 4 years without debt, and this series will detail scholarships, grants, and application tips.
The image provides FAFSA cycle information, noting the 2025-26 cycle is open for select programs and the 2026-27 cycle opens October 1, 2025.
New Series How I Paid for College Debt-Free
College is expensive but I managed to pay for all 4 years without taking on a single dollar of debt. This new series is me pulling back the curtain: every scholarship, grant, and resource I personally used, plus the real strategies that worked for me (and can work for you too). ⚠️ Quick note:
Tyra-Lee 🩺

Tyra-Lee 🩺

104 likes

A brown wallet rests on a pile of US dollar bills, posing the question: 'Save Money or Pay Off Debt ?'
A brown wallet on US dollar bills with text stating there's no 'Correct' answer, as it depends on one's unique situation, followed by 'Here are some things to consider...'
A brown wallet on US dollar bills with text listing reasons to 'Pay off debt if...' including high interest, improving credit score, or debt causing stress.
Should you pay off debt or save money?! 💸💳
One question that is asked all the time is when you get extra money should you pay off your debt or should you start saving your money? Well, the answer is that there is no right answer. Every person situation is different and unique, but there are some things that you can consider. You shou
Kylie 💸🫶🏻

Kylie 💸🫶🏻

449 likes

Budget with me as an 18-year-old college student making $15/hr
$15/hr college student paycheck budgeting. Splitting my savings into 3 clear accounts help me stay on top with emergency money so I’m never struggling. Do you separate your money or do you spend as you go?👇 #budget #collegestudent #savingmoney #collegebudget #Lemon8
Dominique🤍

Dominique🤍

98 likes

20 Years in Lending, I Got Asked This Constantly: Which Debt Do I Pay First?
SHE WAS DOING EVERYTHING RIGHT The extra payments. The balances coming down. Everything she'd been told to do. And her file still wasn't moving toward approval. From the outside it looked like real progress. From where I sat at the desk, it looked like effort pointed in the wrong d
Lisa | RealTalk Credit

Lisa | RealTalk Credit

45 likes

How to Pay off Debt Quickly
Paying off debt faster starts with a solid strategy. I list my debts in order, pick a payoff method, and cut back to redirect savings toward becoming debt-free. These simple steps help me stay focused and make progress faster. Swipe to learn how to speed up your debt payoff today! 🌟 #lemon8partne
Kevin’s Templates

Kevin’s Templates

94 likes

HOW WE PAID OFF $80K OF DEBT
Paying off debt is not easy and it takes a lot of effort. We were able to significantly increase our incomes and use the extra money to pay off our high interest debt. High interest debt is any rate 7% or greater. Swipe to learn about the two different debt payoff methods. We used the debt aval
moneywithmeag

moneywithmeag

303 likes

The image is a title card with the text 'HOW TO SAVE MONEY AS A COLLEGE STUDENT' in white and light blue, set against a background of palm trees and a wooden boardwalk, with numerous bubbles floating around.
The image presents four main strategies for saving money as a college student: 'CREATE A BUDGET', 'TAKE ADVANTAGE OF STUDENT DISCOUNTS', 'LIMIT UNNECESSARY EXPENSES', and 'PLAN FOR MAJOR EXPENSES', displayed in bubbles on a pink and blue gradient background.
The image outlines steps to create a budget: 'Calculate your total income', 'Make a list of your monthly expenses', 'Differentiate between needs and wants', 'Set spending limits for each category', and 'Save for emergencies', presented in glowing boxes.
how to save money as a college student🏫💰✨🫧
I’ve been there. Gathering a couple extra dollars just to eat something from somewhere other than the dining hall. With an app like Lemon8, money saving tips have never been more accessible & fun! Well, maybe not fun, but who doesn’t love saving up money to do fun things? After all, you are in
₊˚⊹♡𐌋𐌉𐌍𐌃𐌔 ₊˚⊹♡

₊˚⊹♡𐌋𐌉𐌍𐌃𐌔 ₊˚⊹♡

183 likes

She paid off debt with this budget planner 🥹
Imagine taking the risk and investing into a budget planner and a year later reaching your goal My client took the chance to invest in my planner, and now she's seeing the results of her hard work and consistency! Not only that she's coming back for a whole new year with a new planner to s
JaliyahKreation

JaliyahKreation

41 likes

Financial tips from a 20 year old college student
I realize most people don’t know where to start or anything to do with credit, finances, etc. But I want to change that and help and inform others and do the research about different cards and what best and what impact your credit score the most. If u have questions leave a comment #debtfreejo
Finances with kel

Finances with kel

811 likes

How to pay off debt with a weekly budget
This is your sign to take budgeting serious for the last 6 months of the year ! Setting up your July budget just got ten times easier 🩷 Using this digital budget planner makes organizing your bills and spending ten times easier! My whole game plan is set for July ! Full video and plan c
JaliyahKreation

JaliyahKreation

74 likes

Simple debt pay off budget planner
Let’s pay off debt using the best budget planner out there 🤏🏾 Setting up a budget shouldn’t be exhausting or difficult! If you are currently struggling with debt and feel like you have no way out ! This budget planner will change your life 💗 Grab your budget planner and finally create the sys
JaliyahKreation

JaliyahKreation

35 likes

Adulting 101: Get out of debt
We all been there. Some of us are still there! See if this will help you get out of or better your situation. I wish I had this info a long time ago. Especially when my money was not long 😭 1. Create a budget. Start by creating a detailed budget that outlines your income and expenses. Track you
Dee Dee

Dee Dee

104 likes

Sexual debt is an unwritten rule of marriage
#women #marriedlife
Kristen Shelt

Kristen Shelt

8 likes

my debt as a 24 y.o in LA 💳
Alright let’s talk about the big scary word… DEBT. Honestly, I’m proud of where I’m at right now. I don’t have student loans (shoutout to my parents for helping with school 💕), so the debt I carry is way more manageable. Right now, I’ve got about $900 on my credit cards. Nothing crazy, and I pay
HeyitsCeci🍜

HeyitsCeci🍜

507 likes

Pay off Debt! 850 Credit Score Goals
💰 Avoiding debt is freedom!
LaShoundra

LaShoundra

21 likes

850 Credit Score!
Unlock the secrets to an 850 credit score! We reveal the optimal credit card utilization to aim for, going beyond the 30% rule. Learn how to manage debt and keep balances in good standing for maximum credit impact. #CreditScore #CreditTips #PersonalFinance #CreditRepair #FinancialLiter
Lemon8er

Lemon8er

16 likes

3 Debt Facts 🫵 to Know (to prep for a recession)
Debt is one of those topics that has always frightened me. Didn’t matter if it was good debt that was helping me build my credit score or other loans, I wasn’t fully comfortable with debt until I learned about proper debt management. So here are 3 debt facts that can help you understand how deb
TheHappyPlanner

TheHappyPlanner

39 likes

I'll be debt free in 2.5 years
(With Google Sheets formula explaination) Truly can’t wait until that day comes!! I calculated this based on the loan terms of my 2 loans and took the date of the very last payment for both. It just so happens that last payment is 12/25/2026! Hope this is inspiring for everyone who i
TheHappyPlanner

TheHappyPlanner

885 likes

A desk setup with a computer displaying a heart, a lamp, and office supplies. The text overlay reads: 'How I Cleared $5,500 in Credit Card Debt with This Strategy Swipe !!'
Hands holding cash and a flat lay of a credit card, calculator, alarm clock, and a sticky note saying 'Debt Free'. The text describes 'STEP 1: STOP ADDING TO YOUR DEBT'.
A table detailing various debts including credit cards, car loan, student loan, and mortgage with amounts and interest rates. The text describes 'STEP 2: TACKLE HIGH-INTEREST DEBT'.
How I paid off $5,000 credit card debt!
Here’s how I paid off $5,500 in credit card debt: I stopped adding to my balance, tackled high-interest debt first, and found extra cash wherever I could. It wasn’t easy, but small steps made a big impact. Swipe to see how you can use this strategy to pay off debt faster! 🌟 #lemon8partner #mon
Kevin’s Templates

Kevin’s Templates

291 likes

How to Payoff Credit Card Debt - Part One
Credit card debt can really set you back financially. The high credit card limits and high interest rates make it feel near impossible to see the light at the end of the tunnel, but it’s there. So, it’s time to go through the steps to get out of it! Here’s part one of how to payoff credit card deb
Money with Kait

Money with Kait

301 likes

A dark blue pouch with yellow clover patterns is filled with various US dollar bills, illustrating the "Snowball Method" for tackling debt. The image includes the title "HOW TO TACKLE DEBT SNOWBALL METHOD."
A dark blue pouch with money inside, overlaid with text stating there are multiple ways to pay off debt and that this strategy prioritizes the smallest balances.
A close-up of US dollar bills, with text instructing to make minimum payments on all debts and put extra money towards the debt with the smallest balance remaining.
Pay off your debt w/ the Snowball Method! ❄️💸
There are multiple methods to paying off debt. The snowball method prioritize paying off debt with the smallest balance first. It’s important to know that you want to make the minimum payments on all of your debt. If you have any additional money, though it should be put towards the debt with t
Kylie 💸🫶🏻

Kylie 💸🫶🏻

449 likes

HOW I GOT MY BSN IN NURSING WITH MINIMAL DEBT
Nursing school doesn’t have to leave you drowning in debt — and I’m living proof ! Here’s how I made it work: I started by getting my Associate’s Degree in Nursing (ADN) at a community college. It was affordable, local, and gave me exactly what I needed to launch my career. After passing the
mercedes balingit

mercedes balingit

299 likes

An overhead flat lay shows US dollar bills, a calculator, a spiral notebook, and a silver pen on a white surface. Overlay text reads "How I became debt free What apps helped me @brighterlife" with sparkling accents.
A graphic titled "App #1: Nerdwallet" features the NerdWallet logo. It lists benefits like tracking credit scores, improving cash flow, credit card recommendations, and loan assistance. A credit score gauge shows '800 GOOD' and a clipboard with financial charts is depicted.
A graphic titled "App #1: Capital One" features the Capital One logo. It lists benefits like boosting credit, gaining funds, saving on shopping, cash back rewards, and faster score improvement. Two credit cards are shown at the bottom.
How I became debt free & boosted my credit 📲
⚠️⚠️NO GATEKEEPING⚠️⚠️ For starters it’s all easier than it seems when you have the right tools. I did not start working on my credit until I understood what credit was which was at 22 years old… I’m now 25 and here’s some things I’ve learned to help me on the way. (Now not recommended to wa
Brighter Life

Brighter Life

331 likes

How I Became a Nurse at 20 Years Old Debt Free
This isn’t your typical nursing school story. I didn’t take out massive loans or spend years figuring out my path. I became a registered nurse by the age of 20, graduated completely debt-free, and started my first nursing job before I was even old enough to order a drink. Here’s how it happened…
syd✨🌷

syd✨🌷

27 likes

POV: You romanticized paying off debt 💕✨
I wanted a debt payoff planner that felt motivating, feminine, and actually fun to use… so I made one 🫶🏽✨ This printable credit card payoff planner helps you: 💕 Track balances & payments 💕 Stay motivated on your debt-free journey 💕 Organize your finances in one place 💕 Build healthier mo
CurlyGlamBudget

CurlyGlamBudget

80 likes

A side hustle that will pay off Christmas debt
🚨 $100 off! For 48 hours only! ✨Grab your freebie at the 🔗 in my profile, no pressure, just real options❤️ #sidehustle #christmas #makemoneyonline #workfromhome #momsoflemon8
Caitlin

Caitlin

20 likes

See more