Cash in on your gift of gab

From chatting on social media to booking hotel reservations by phone, these savvy women have turned their love of communication into big money. Read on to learn how they did it so you can start earning too!

“I make 6 figures moderating social media for companies!”

“Four years ago when I was laid off from a job in retail, I had to decide what to do next. I talked to a friend who is a life coach, and she asked me to handle her social media. I set up all of her social media platforms and posted some content—free of charge since she had helped me so much and I had never done that type of work. But I liked the work. It aligned with my strengths, my passion for technology and connecting with people. Soon after, I launched my business, 609media.com.

“Although I initially had some doubts that I could be successful, I’ve always had an entrepreneurial spirit, and I was determined! I took an online course with a social media expert to learn how to start my business, then launched business accounts on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and LinkedIn to get the word out that I could help clients with social media.

“I work with local small- and medium-sized companies, including those in e-commerce and virtual coaching. My clients pay me a monthly retainer to handle their social media so they can focus on other priorities. When we start to work together, I determine each client’s goals and look at the social media platforms they’re already using to see how they’re performing. Then I create a social media strategy. Typically, I find and post content, help with customer service, flag trolls and delete inappropriate comments.

“I love having the freedom to work flexible hours and decide which clients I want to take on. I make a six-figure salary—money that pays the bills and allows me to travel to places like Nashville and Greece.”