If nurturing comes naturally to you, there are ways to turn that instinct into extra money.
Side gigs arent limited to doing other peoples grocery shopping or selling stuff online.
Heres a quick rundown:
5 Nurturing Jobs Taking Care of People or Animals
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Pet Sitting
Pet sittersprovide owners peace of mind by watching over their animals while the clients are away.
You may also need to pass a phone and in-person interview.
Once approved, dog owners will reach out to you, and you choose which gigs you want.
Extra belly rubs encouraged.
Probably not as good as youd like.
It always seems like an uphill battle to build (and keep) a decent amount in savings.
But what if your car breaks down, or you have a sudden medical bill?
Ask one of these companies to help…
2.
For starters, check outCare.comandSittercityto create a free membership.
And babysitting is no longer just the purview of the 10th grader down the block.
Elder Care
We love this app that aims toconnect two of the loneliest groups: seniors and college kids.
Did you know?
The company used to employ only college students as Papa Pals buthas dropped that requirement.
There are further requirements for driving if you do in-person visits.
Back Scratcher
True story: This Miami woman cultivated a legitimate business from a side hustlescratching other peoples backs.
So maybe its not so surprising that people pay $50 for a half hour of that feeling.
Well, for one thing, theres always a market for services that meet our basic human needs.
Which leads us to …
5.
Professional Cuddling
This is just what it sounds like: spooning, holding hands and snuggling with strangers.
Professional cuddling is a real thing, andthis woman charges $60 an hour for it.
You must like people and approach the work free of judgment.
Otherwise, youve already got the tools to start handing out hugs.
Molly Moorhead is a senior editor at The Penny Hoarder.
When you log into your bank account, how do your savings look?
Probably not as good as youd like.
It always seems like an uphill battle to build (and keep) a decent amount in savings.
But what if your car breaks down, or you have a sudden medical bill?
