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Important Skills to Learn if You Want to Earn Big Money without a Degree


Since the introduction of the internet, you can now find jobs that do not really require a degree yet you can still survive. In fact, there are certain skills that anyone can learn from the internet that pay good money. The interesting thing is that these skills can open employment doors to those who possess them. So, if you think that a degree is hard or you want to pursue something that might not have an employment value, you must learn different skills. The amazing thing about these skills is the fact that you can use them to create a business and be the employer and you will hire people instead of waiting to get hired. So, let’s dive right into what you can possibly learn on your own.

1.      Programming (Basic to Advance Coding):
The internet is full of programming resources and lessons on various websites like YouTube, Lynda.com and many other platforms. You can learn these skills for free and you can pay for certain courses that have more sophisticated teaching methods and exercises. The lessons you buy usually offer help from the instructors, so they are worthy of the investment.
You can learn to build software and solutions for various user problems. You can build a solution that would benefit other businesses and sell it. You can also develop tools to improve existing software.
1.      Web Development:
When we speak about web development, we tend to mistakenly think it is website development. It’s so much more than just creating a website. It means creating online solutions, maintaining websites, security testing and web based applications.
3. Mobile App Development:
The future is all about smart phones. This skill is closely related to the two above, but it has become a market by itself. There are various mobile platforms like iOS and Android. Each has a specific development requirement and kit suite. However, when you start tapping into the true power of app development and web development for mobile devices, the potentials are limitless and you can make magic into reality.


4.      Digital Marketing:

We have all known that ads come in different formats and on different platforms. However, ads on the internet have taken a life of their own. There are many platforms to explore. Obviously, Google is a massive digital marketing platform because it’s one of the most powerful companies on the internet. Google owns YouTube and numerous other big websites. There is also Facebook and its own marketing packages, and the case is the same for the rest of social media.
Explore the world of online marketing and you will have huge doors opening for you.
5.      Graphic Design:
Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, CorelDraw and so many other programmes would allow you to learn and sharpen your skills as a designer and earn big money. There is no limit to what a designer can do.
6.      Real Estate Investment:
This requires excellent communication skills to complement it. You can be a real estate agent; you can play around with the property market and make good money. In some countries, Professionals need to take an exam to get certified.
7.      Foreign Currency Exchange Trading (FOREX):
It is a real skill to be able to read the foreign currency exchange market, analyse the numbers, produce good speculations and place various orders. It is not something that you should take lightly. It also requires other complementary skills like analytical skills and the ability to follow political news and business updates. However, this kind of skill requires a start-up capital.
8.      Creative Writing:
Writing is a skill that can pay very well. If you are good at it, you can write novels, screen plays, and other works. You can be a journalist, a columnist, a contributor to various newspapers, and online and traditional media.
As a published author, you can earn well in royalties and contributions, and based on book sales.
9.      Videography and Cinematography:
Making and editing videos is one heck of a skill. It requires knowledge of a number of editing software like Adobe Premier, After Effects, knowledge in cameras and related equipment. Of course, there are many platforms to earn from, like YouTube.

10.       Fashion Design, Tailoring and Knitting:

Fashion design is a skill closely related to tailoring and knitting where the designer can make his or her creation into a reality. Creativity, practicality and artistic vision allow designers to start their own business, partner with well-known brands and lesser-known brands. Fashion designers can use their names to label their clothing line. It doesn’t stop at making clothes, it extends to making accessories and anything related.

Other skills one can use to earn without a degree include:
  • Makeup and Makeovers
  • Farming and Gardening
  • Photography 
  • Language and Translation 
  • Carpentry and Decoration
GoodLuck!



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