Digital servicesSide hustle guide
What is this side hustle?
Create simple, mobile-friendly websites for small businesses, clubs or community organisations.
What do you need?
- Laptop and reliable internet
- Website builder or HTML/CSS knowledge
- A small portfolio and clear service packages
How to start
- Create two demo websites, choose a focused customer group, price your scope clearly, agree on revisions and keep backups.
Find your first customers
Start with people and businesses who understand the problem you solve. Use referrals, a simple portfolio, clear pricing and reliable follow-up. Record every cost and ask customers for feedback.
Basic first-month checklist
- Speak to at least five potential customers before spending heavily.
- Write down start-up costs, running costs and the price you need to charge.
- Run a small test, gather feedback and improve the offer.
- Keep records of income and expenses and check applicable local rules.
Budget for hosting, domain renewals, software and time spent supporting clients.
Start small
Validate demand before taking on debt or buying expensive equipment. Begin with a small, clearly defined service and reinvest only when you have evidence of demand.
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