Sideline jobs in the Philippines

A new horror forum just opened up and they need posters.  If you like talking about horror movies, videos, and g.a.m.e.s  Check this forum posting opportunity out.

Site Details and Payout Information:

Example of good post: Anything which includes a question or comment that furthers a discussion.

Example of bad post: Short, LOL posts. Offer nothing. Will be classed as spam and deleted.

Payout:  $.02 per post. Minimum of 20 words per post.

How to get paid: Create an account at the forum.  Post.  Send your username and password to the email address above and ask for payment.  You will be paid via PAYPAL.

How to help Filipinos: Click the Facebook Share button and share with your friends and family on Facebook.  All it takes to get MORE BLESSINGS AND WEALTH IN YOUR LIFE is to SHARE opportunities.  So share today!  Share often!

Do you have any questions about how it would be like to be a law student?  How about questions about how to apply to law school?  Or the lifestyle of a law student or law school applicant?  If you’ve thought of these questions OR just need an easy way to make money from your home computer, this law school forum posting project is for you.  Full details below.

Forum URL and payout email:

Forum description:
This is a forum for law students and undergraduate college students to discuss different things about law school life.

Rules: No links in posts or signatures, no profanity or questionable content (nudity, etc), posts must stay on the topic of the forum it is posted in, no bumping or leaving comments like ‘great post’

Example of good post: “I am getting ready to apply to take the LSAT and I am not sure which prep class I should take.  I have read the reviews here and on other sites, but I am just not sure which to pick.  Can anyone recommend what they took?

Example of bad post: “I like your ideas, great post!”

Payout: 2 cents per word.  Only posts that comply with all rules will be paid.

Minimum words per post: 20 words.

How to get paid: Make sure you have a paypal account.  Email the email address above with your username and password to the forum and your paypal ID.

If you like antiques, have a sense of history, or just need the money, this antiques forum posting job might be something you’d want to do.  Here are the details:

Forum URL and email address to email to ask for payment:

Forum description – A new startup site for collectors of antique and vintage signs.

Rules – Use keywords in your post titles and description when possible: “antique signs”, “vintage signs”, “collectible signs”, “old signs”, “porcelain signs”, “tin signs”, etc.  Do not post in the for sale and wanted sections, but it is ok to post ebay, craigslist, or auction finds, but not more than 10 per username.  Posts should be somewhat equally distributed across all forums.

Example of good post – More than one sentence that provides useful information or a photo.  A post that encites others to post. Minimum of 20 words.

Example of bad post - Unrelated posts that are off topic.

Payout: 2 US cents per post.

REMEMBER: Only posts that follow the rules and meet the quality guidelines will be paid.

An up and coming new science fiction fan forum is looking for forum posters.  If you like watching sci-fi films like Star Wars, Avatar, or Blade Runner or you just like making DOLLARS, this forum posting opportunity is for you.  Here are the forum project details:

Forum URL and payout contact information:

Forum description:

SciFi Zone is a science fiction community. That likes to discuss SciFi Wire, SciFi movies and SciFi Television shows. We discuss everything SciFi!

Rules:

No Spamming
No Forum Games
Introductions do not count as posts.

Example of good post

I have not been able to see this movie, but it does look pretty nice and Im hoping to see it soon.

Example of bad post

I havnt seen it yet…looks nice…hoping to see it

Compensation:

2 cents per 20 word minimum post

How to get paid:

Go to the forum.  Create an account.  Make posts.  Follow the rules.  Email the email address above to ask for payment.

How to help fellow Filipinos:

Login to your facebook account.  Click the SHARE on facebook button below.

If you like sharing your opinion or knowledge on your friends’ blogs, wouldn’t you want to GET PAID for doing so? Check out the program info below:

A reference blog is looking for people who post questions about the blog posts found on the site. People who like to read blogs and share information are very welcome.

VERY EASY PROJECT

Payout is TEN PESOS (P10) per short comment

Requirements:
Must be able to communicate well in English
Must have average to excellent reading and comprehension skills
Quick researcher

HOW TO APPLY

Step 1: Send an email to getpaidtopostcomments-subscribe@yahoogroups.com and confirm the newsletter link in your email.

Step 2: Once you’re a member of the mailing list, send an email to getpaidtopostcomments@yahoogroups.com with the subject line of SEND TEN PESO BLOG COMMENT DETAILS

Step 3:

You will be sent instruction on how to QUALIFY for this project.  The client is only looking for posters who have accounts at two websites.

Step 4:  Once you QUALIFY and you sent in your verification links, the system will send you an instruction sheet that lists:

the url of the site you’re going to comment on

the rules for comments

Follow all the rules and GET PAID.  Simple as that.

NOTE: This is an UNLIMITED PROJECT–post as much as you want, earn as much as you want BUT keep in mind that only APPROVED posts will get paid. Approval requires that you follow the Quality Guidelines listed in the Instructions they will send you

WARNING:   You cannot copy and paste materials from another site/blog into your comments.  Your comments must be ORIGINAL.  Make sure to check the originality of your work at articlechecker.com — NON-ORIGINAL comments will NOT be paid!

Payouts are made via PAYPAL so make sure you have a paypal account

If you love gadgets or just a big fan of Apple products, this is the forum posting job for you. Post your thoughts, comments, reviews about the Apple iPad and the iPad “lifestyle”. Here’s more details on this forum posting project:

More details:

Site description: The one place to get the latest news on the iPad, and the one place to be part of the best iPad forum community, together. Rad iPad.

number of posts: Looking for a total of 1000 post for now, but I very well will probably come back if this works well

How i’d like it done:  Simply want all these posts to look natural, and to add value to the website. So having some users with 100ish posts and some with 50ish and some with less than that would be perfect, put together totaling 1000 posts.

Would like these post to have some quality, so the majority of the post being over 30 words is good, however its totally fine to have some posts with less than this, as this is only natural in a forum, I would just like most of them to have some real substance.

There are a lot of other iPad forums popping up so feel free to google around to them for post ideas.

Payout:
3 cents USD per post.  See above for length of posts.

How to get paid:
Email the email address above with your username and password for the forum and the number of posts you made.
They will verify and if there’s no quality problems, you will be paid via Paypal.  Make sure to include your Paypal ID.

UPDATED INFO (as of Feb 28 2010)

UPDATE:

No copying and pasting.  Okay to copy but COMPLETELY REWRITE it first before posting it.

Stop posting in the “Latest iPad News”–post in “iPad general forum” instead

For every new thread you make, respond to 10 existing threads.  Keep that ratio going.

No more than 10 to 15 posts per username.  You can make as many different usernames as you want.

Payout is changed to 3 cents per qualifying post.

If you like gems, diamonds, gold, platinum jewelry, this forum project is going to make you smile.  Designed for people who like to receive and give jewelry, this forum aims to be an information and consumer resource for jewelry fans the world over.  Here are the project details:

Rules:

Don’t respond to yourself with the same account.  It’s okay to create many accounts and “talk” among your differing accounts.

All posts must be on topic.  No irrelevant posts.

All posts must be original.  Don’t copy and paste from somewhere else.

All posts must have good grammar and spelling

10 words minimum

Example of a good post

Why Does Silver Turn Colors

by price of gold » Sun Aug 30, 2009 12:44 pm
Hey, I’m trying to figure out why my silver pieces turn colors after a while. Sometimes they go black, sometimes they go green. What causes this?

Example of a bad post

Typo/grammar problem:

How to avoide Pain?

by Vas » Mon Nov 09, 2009 1:22 am
When we go for a piercing, is their any substitute for getting rid of that pain?

Payout:

2 cents per post.  Paid via Paypal.

In today’s Internet-based and fast-paced world, more and more lucrative opportunities are springing up. These include home-based employment that only usually requires a computer and Internet connection. Because of these options, more and more Filipinos are opting for an offsite employment. If you’re thinking of applying for an offsite work, here are its advantages:

No need to spend money on food and transportation

Because being an offsite employee means you don’t have to go to the office everyday, you don’t have to worry about food and transpo expenses. There is no need to commute and deal with the daily traffic that can cause headache and stress. Instead of spending on transportation, you can use the money for other more important expenses such as payments for utility bills or your home loan. If you want to save money on gas expenses, going for offsite employment is a good idea.

If you live in a place that’s far away from the local business district, you don’t have to worry about limited career options because the Internet makes it easier to find jobs, submit applications, and perform the tasks included in your responsibilities as an offsite worker.

More control over time and schedule

Perhaps one of the best advantages of becoming an offsite employee is that you have more control over your time and schedule. This is especially helpful if you plan on having two or more jobs to have more sources of income. If you work part time for a company, you can spend your extra time working as an offsite employee for another company. You also don’t need to worry about missing special events and family reunions because you can plan your working schedule with more flexibility if you are an offsite employee.

If you work as an offsite employee, you also don’t need to worry about buying working clothes because you can do your actual work while wearing your pajamas. Plus, there are many options for those looking for offsite employment. These options include online web content writing, home-based telemarketing, data encoding, and other online-based jobs that don’t require physical interaction between the employee and the boss or clients.

Before you go for this kind of employment however, there are several things you have to consider first. These include your capacity to work with minimal supervision. You also need to discipline yourself so as you can finish your task on time, despite the presence of distractions such as easy access to the TV, couch, and refrigerator. You also have to make sure that your computer and Internet connection meets the requirements of the type of offsite work you are applying for. But once you are able to overcome these possible issues, working at home as an offsite employee can offer many advantages.

Related questions:

1. What are other home-based jobs Filipinos can apply for?
2. What are the usual requirements for a home-based or offsite work?
3. Are there disadvantages to being an offsite employee?

Many Overseas Filipino Workers or OFWs have spend a decade or more far away from their friends and families in order to earn enough money for their loved ones. Because of this, some of them have saved enough money to be considered as a potential capital for a local business or investment back in the Philippines. If you have been working for years as an OFW, here are some investing tips worth checking out:

Investing in a small business

Investing in a small business is definitely a good idea, especially if you wish to retire in the Philippines and still have a steady source of income. As you try to save money for a local business, you can attend business seminars or livelihood classes to get extra training. If you want to open a jewelry business once you come back to the Philippines for good, take jewelry-making and basic business management classes. You can also try to join legit business communities based in the Philippines to gain some insight on other possible lucrative options for your hard-earned savings.

If you think your earnings are not enough for your business plans, you can team up with a friend who’s also an OFW. With your combined earnings, you can probably go for bigger investments that can offer bigger revenues.

Stock options for OFWs

Investing in equities such as common and preferred stocks is another possible option for OFWs who want to watch their hard-earned savings grow over time. However, keep in mind that investing in stocks, just like any business venture, has certain risks. Before you go into this, you should have basic knowledge on the Philippine stock market on how it actually works.

Other options for OFWs are government securities. These are considered as free of risk because they are guaranteed by the local government. The government treasury and the agencies under it are the ones who issue these government securities. Investing in mutual funds is also a suggested strategy. These are investment tools that allow people with similar business objectives to pool their money together and invest in several options. Asset Management Companies or AMCs are the ones who handle mutual funds.

When planning to invest your hard-earned money, keep in mind that any investment strategy involves some sort of risk. Before you do some investing, assess first your capacity to handle financial risks. You can also get professional help from a stock broker or financial consultant. Whatever type of investment you wish to enter, prepare by arming yourself with the right information. Always remember that financial literacy is a very important characteristic of a wise investor. Keep these tips in mind and you are sure to make better decisions when it comes to investing your money and providing a stable source of income for yourself and your family throughout the years.

Related questions:

1. Are there really many options for OFWs once they come home and retire?
2. What is the local government doing to help OFWs find investments for their money?
3. How about business literacy programs for OFWs?

Earning money abroad is no laughing matter. OFWs sacrifice a lot in order to earn enough money for their loved ones back in the home country. This is why OFWs need to practice wise spending habits in order to save money. The following are tips that can help you save money if you are an OFW:

Opening a savings account

As an OFW, you can open a savings account at the country where you’re currently working at. Whether you’re working in the US, in Europe, or in the Middle East, having a savings account can help you keep track of your money and save enough cash especially for emergencies. A savings account serves as a security measure especially during these hard times when the global recession has affected many international companies, resulting into mass layouts. You can also contact your loved ones back in the Philippines about opening a savings account there. This way, you’re sure that your family is also doing their best in helping you save money for future expenses.

Taking advantage of air miles

Working abroad can be emotionally difficult for you and your family. This is why you spend a lot of time in communicating with your friends and family through several means. Calling long distance, logging into a social networking account, and chatting online with your family and loved ones are just some of the ways to keep in contact with them. You also fly to and from your home country during vacations and holidays. In line with this, one way to save money is to take advantage of air miles. If you are a loyal customer of a certain airline, inquire about air miles privileges or discounts for OFWs.

You can also check out exclusive online airline deals specifically meant for OFWs and other frequent travelers. Holiday deals are also worth checking out, especially if you always go back home to the Philippines during Holy Week and Christmas.

Other ways to save on money when keeping in contact with your loved ones is to use free online chatting and calling services. These reliable services allow you to talk to your family and loved ones without busting your budget. If you want professional advice on how to save money as an OFW, you can look for financial literacy programs offered by Philippine banks. These financial literacy programs usually include sessions on how to save and invest money to make sure that OFWs can maximize their earnings. You can also check with the Philippine government, especially the POEA, if they offer similar programs for OFWs.

Being an OFW has its challenges, both emotionally and financially. To help ease the financial burden, be wise in spending your hard-earned money. Follow these money-saving tips and watch your savings grow.

Related questions:

1. What are other money-saving tips for OFWs?
2. Is it better to work abroad for a few years and save, and then come back home and start a business?
3. Does the POEA offer some sort of financial literacy program for OFWs?