Side hustles for 2024

Need some extra cash? I put together a list of online side hustles that actually get you paid.

Play detective: WHOIS lookup sites list all the details about who owns a website, along with their contact info. I use who.is when I need to do some digging.

These new budget phones are worth it

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Tight budget? You can still get a fast, feature-packed phone. Here’s a few to put on your shopping list.

🤑 Oldie but goodie: Senior discounts aren’t just for folks 65 and up. SeniorLiving has a huge list of deals at grocery stores, restaurants, retail and more. Some kick in as early as age 50. Whether you’re in that age bracket or getting close, it pays to check it out.

🍿 Sup, movie buffs: Wanna dish about your favorite films? Say hello to Letterboxd. It’s like Goodreads but for cinephiles. This free site lets you rate, review, keep a diary of your watch list, and even follow friends to see what they’re loving (or hate-watching). 

🖱️ Need an app fast? Don’t sweat it. On a PC, press Windows + T to highlight the first icon on your task bar. On Mac, hold Command + Tab for a list of your open apps. Zip through them using your arrow keys. Handy trick when your Bluetooth mouse runs out of juice. 

Overwhelmed by to-dos? Use ChatGPT to plan your day. Say something like, “Here’s a list of everything I need to do tomorrow. Can you break this down into an eight-hour day with breaks, meals and work blocks?” Bonus: If you’re more productive in the morning, ask for more tasks then.

🤖 AI to the FAQ-cue: Biz owners, need help with your product’s FAQ page? Try this with ChatGPT or your favorite chatbot: “Imagine you’re an e-commerce specialist. Create a list of FAQs with answers for my [product] with [item details].” Giving the bot a role gets you better answers.

🔄 Want to see which apps need updating on Windows? Open the Search bar, go to Command Prompt, then right-click and select Run as administrator. Next, type “winget upgrade” and hit Enter. You’ll get a list of apps with available updates. It’s also great for finding and deleting apps you haven’t used in a while. Whoa.

Accidentally closed a tab in Safari? No need to dig through your history. Just tap the All Tabs button (two overlapping squares in the upper-right corner), then press and hold the “+” icon. A list of recently closed tabs will pop up, letting you quickly reopen any web page.

I order supplements online: They’re more affordable that way, and I never run out. On my daily list: Collagen. Hit this link for 45% off NativePath. Their collagen mixes into coffee and smoothies, and it’s great for your joints and recovery.

You’re my favorite: Pin the apps you use most to your Windows Start menu. Open your app list, right click one, then pick Pin the Start. Drag them around to any order you want.

Card declined shopping scams

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This season, I’m only shopping on well-known websites. I list the reasons why in this short podcast. 

Let AI budget and make your grocery list

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Grocery prices got you down? I’ll show you how AI can help you plan meals, save money, and make grocery shopping easy.

3 weird things you can book online

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Sure, you can get an Uber or a hotel stay, but there’s so much more you can rent. I have a list of some of the craziest ones.

When a deleted text message isn't

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Think your deleted text messages are gone for good? One husband found out the hard way and is now suing Apple for over $6 million. Also, rough times ahead for discount travel sites, the best weather apps to keep you updated, and apps that make grocery list-making a breeze.

Get a list of what Apple is tracking about you

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Use any Apple product? Here’s what you need to know, in 60 seconds. 

Getting more out of Independence Day

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What’s the best way to celebrate the Fourth of July? In this one-minute podcast, I’ll give you a list of things to do.