Guest Author: Craig Brown

Whether you were unjustly fired or were simply a casualty of the latest round of layoffs, there’s no denying that being between jobs is a hard place to be. During such times, it can be difficult to keep fear, anxiety, and stress from taking over your everyday life.

However, as long as you have knowledge and skills at your disposal, there are opportunities out there for making ends meet until you get settled into your next full-time position. If this describes your situation, consider these ideas for utilizing your expertise to generate income while between jobs.

Remote Work

One of the first things you should consider is looking for remote work. There’s an abundance of available jobs on the market for freelance writers, proofreaders, web developers, accountants, and personal trainers, among many other jobs. Many companies love hiring remote workers because it can often lead to more efficient, specialized, and cost-effective work. Just be prepared to create a workspace and buy any equipment necessary to be productive.

Bridge Gigs

This is a broad category, but bridge gigs basically refer to any kind of side hustle that can earn you income. This could include taking a job as a delivery or rideshare driver, starting your own side business, becoming a third-party online seller, or any other number of jobs. It could even include picking up some shifts at a local restaurant or grocery store.

Finding a bridge gig not only can help you make some money in a difficult time, but it can also provide you with a sense of structure and community. Plus, there’s the possibility that your side hustle helps you discover a new passion or interest that you could potentially turn into a career.

Customer Service

Customer service is another sector that is brimming with opportunity, and it always seems to be growing. One of the best things about working as a customer service representative is that you can often find a job whether you prefer to work in-person or remotely. And you can likely find a position working evenings and weekends if that’s what you need.

Selling Your Unwanted Items

If you have items lying around the house that you don’t want or likely will never use again (and who doesn’t?), you could always take to the web and sell them. Along with bringing in some cash, this could help you declutter your home. And there are plenty of user-friendly websites that you can use as a platform to sell your things. Plus, if you have a knack for sales, you can even make money by helping other people sell their things!

If there’s one practical factor that can help you through the challenges of being between jobs, it’s money. Take into account the knowledge and skills you’ve acquired throughout your working years, and look at opportunities in remote work, bridge gigs or customer service sectors. Finally, think about selling stuff online to make a quick buck and free up space in your home.