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Assuming you’re a developer or similar type of tech worker.

Ask your previous employer if they need any work done. You can easily bring in $50k+ by renting our your time.

Friends charge anywhere from $80-250/hr.

If you don’t have a previous employer, then try Upwork. Start with a low rate then work your way up.

Lol. “try Upwork, start with a low rate” must be a joke. You could easily waste 5k hours grooming your profile and responding to “jobs” before you earn your $50k.

That’s too bad. I wish you better luck.

I’ve hired lots of people through Upwork. Most of them have been with me for years and I’d say all have made $5-25k with me annually depending on need.

The trick is to generate leads and have multiple sources for lead generation.

> Ask your previous employer if they need any work done.

This is actually a great idea!

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