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Consider Freelancing Perchance you may be fond of writing, managing Facebook pages or exploiting your digital graphic design skills in your past time. The worldwide web offers numerous freelancing job opportunities which require simple skills or time that someone else might may not possess. Freelancing offers privileges to acquire employment prospects universally with just an internet connection. Sites such as Fiverr and Upwork connect a global niche of freelancers specializing in writing, editing, content creation, graphic design and voice-over work to clients in need of their expertise. Sell Handmade Jewelry or Craft Goods Online Jewelry crafters create an assortment of unique or custom handmade pieces from a range of materials including metal, felt, old scrabble tiles or even bamboo. The amount of income generated from such creation is heavily dependent on the selling platforms utilized. Websites like Amazon, eBay and Etsy provide opportunities to expand revenue horizons. These websites offer automatic exposure of your products to millions of shoppers accessing these sites daily. Become a YouTuber The heightened popularity and exposure of YouTube videos are at possibly its all-time peak. YouTube videos are commonly found all over the web, throughout social media, educational, and commercial platforms. Accordingly, many digital analysts have speculated based on independent research that we now watch more videos on YouTube than searches on Google. Ideally, with the introduction of the recent YouTube Partner Program, YouTubers can now profit from creating and uploading videos. This means that YouTubers can now receive a percentage of the advertising revenue collected per 1,000 views. Manendra George-Roberts is a marketing professional, freelance writer and content developer who has experience in creating original content for websites, newsletters, press releases, advertising and marketing publications. George-Roberts is a graduate of Monroe College where she attained a Bachelor’s Degree (Hons) in Management and a graduate of the University of the West Indies where she completed a Masters Degree in Business Management and Marketing with Distinction. She is currently pursuing an Associate Degree in Graphic Design. HEALTH TIPS Do not skip breakfast. Studies show that eating a really proper breakfast is one of the most positive things you can do when trying to lose weight. Breakfast skippers tend to gain weight. A good breakfast should include fresh fruit or fruit juice, a high-fibre breakfast cereal, wholewheat toast, and a boiled egg. www.slyoumag.com | September-October 2019 SL-YOU | It’s All About Business 49