Monetising your Talent Using Bookings Africa: Playing the Long Game

Do you wish you had known about remote jobs or side gigs before the pandemic? Well, you are not alone in that boat, as so many people have wished and are still wishing, but it is time to get past that now. Though the effect of the pandemic seems to linger like an African mother's words when a wrong was done, but there is a way out. 

The problem many Nigerians face is getting used to a system and staying dedicated to that monotony. There are a lot of 9-5ers who are yet to recover from their job loss even after getting a new one. Some have found remote jobs but still like the idea of waking early to hustle for the bus. But what is the point of staying in a system when technology has made life easier and jobs no longer follow the traditional pattern? 

The world is moving, and it is important to identify skills you possess that can be monetized. If you stick to 9-5 jobs, how long do you think your services will be required? With the uncertain future, will your current work system adapt to a sudden stay-at-home policy? These are the questions you should be asking yourself, as more than 20% of full-time workers lost their jobs in 2020 when the pandemic started. Pause for a minute- What would you have done if there was a time machine to travel with before the pandemic? I bet many of us would have planned better and the narrative will be different. Unfortunately, technology doesn't have a time machine yet but the good news is- it is not too late to start planning and making money alongside your regular job. 

How to get started

According to the world's most significant value investor, Warren Buffet, learning to make passive income is one of the best ways to achieve financial freedom. It is great to have a job, but you are safer if you have a side gig that passively brings you money. But the drawback we find among many people is that they conclude quickly that not everyone has the talent to offer, so it is better to stick to their jobs. That is far from the truth! If you are ready to scale up your finances, you can do many things. If you don't know where to begin, keep reading!

1. Identify what you love. 

Ask yourself these questions - What do I love doing that can bring me money? What am I passionate about? What do you know more about than your friends? What services or skills can I offer to others?

If you can answer these honestly, it will be easy to know what talents are worth monetising. Even if you love talking, there is a way to convert it into a side gig that will benefit you.  You can be a voice over artist on Bookings Africa or become a tutor and get paid for your skill. 

2. Do your research 

Once you have discovered the skills and talents you can offer, your next task is to search for freelance websites that need your skills. If you don't already know about the online market, this is the period to get acquainted with it as you need to know how to charge and other vital aspects of the market. There are so many online money making sites to research, but you need to be careful to work with credible ones. 

If you are good at writing or programming, going for platforms like Upwork and Fiver will help you get started quickly. But what if you love tutoring, photography or are great at makeup artistry? Your best bet will be to register on Bookings Africa. The platform works for both physical and online jobs. Ultimately, learn all about the website before deciding to join other service providers in Africa registered there. 

3. Plan your logistics 

Logistics is crucial for monetising your skills even after knowing how to make money online in Nigeria. If you have a 9-5 job, you don't have the luxury of time to attend the regular Saturday owambe. You should note the number of times you can set aside for the side gigs you are pursuing when planning your logistics. Also, do you need to write a convincing bio for your audience and update them with previous works?  This is the time to plan that. What means are you planning to deliver your service through? If you are doing it online, you need to consider your area's network. If it means going to the client's house, you should have discussed the client's requirement through our chat service to know what to expect.

4. Get booked, Get Paid 

After all the planning, it is time to get results by actually working. This doesn't mean you will get people ready to pay for your skills instantly, but first sell yourself and when the opportunity comes, you will be prepared to grab it. 

Why Bookings Africa?

The number of people looking for online sites to make money since the pandemic has skyrocketed, and so has the fake online sites. With desperate searches online, more desperate scammers are also floating. The way out is to subscribe with a credible company that would help you harness your talent to its fullest. Unlike most freelance websites that require you to pretend to be a citizen of a foreign country to be booked, Bookings Africa works quite differently. No matter your location, you can be booked and get paid for your services. 

Whether you want to offer services that can be done virtually or requires physical presence, it is easier to get started on Bookings Africa.  Interestingly, registration is free so you don’t get charged until your first booking. So, even if your account is reading zero, but you have a skill, you can convert it to funds when you take that step to register. 

Final words

Having a side business is no longer a fluke, as many can testify that it brings results. But that was only possible when they discovered all these things we have mentioned. That talent you think is invaluable, someone somewhere is getting paid for it, and until you launch out, you will keep receiving smiles and thank you's. It is high time you leave wishes for the fairy tale lovers and start acting. The time to start is now!