The Highest-Paying Gig Jobs You Can Do

With the rise of the "gig economy" comes a whole new set of job opportunities. Between Uber, Lyft, and TaskRabbit, you can now make money in ways you never imagined—and that's awesome. But not all gig jobs are created equal: Some pay much better than others! So which gigs should you sign up for if your goal is to increase your income? In this post, we'll explore the highest-paying jobs on these platforms.

App developer

App developers are in high demand, and they’re paid well. As the trend towards smart phones continues to grow, app developers will be needed more than ever. App development is also more lucrative than other types of web development because apps have a higher price tag and can become extremely profitable for their creators.

App developers work on a variety of projects, ranging from creating games for kids to creating tools for businesses. They may work from home or in an office setting with other employees who are developing similar products.

Business coach

As a business coach, you'll be helping people set and achieve goals through one-on-one coaching. This can be done online or in person, and often requires some travel (though not as much as you might think).

Because of its flexibility, this job is great for anyone it can be done part time or full time, remotely or in person. And it's surprisingly easy to get started: all it takes is some training and certification requirements.

Personal trainer

Personal trainers are in demand, and they can make a lot of money. These experienced professionals help clients get fit by providing individualized exercise programs, tracking progress and adjusting the routines to meet specific goals.

To become a personal trainer, you must be certified through an accredited university program or national organization (such as the American Council on Exercise). Most also have a degree from an accredited college or university in health sciences or exercise science.

While you don't need any specific experience to enter this field, most personal trainers have at least two years of experience working with people who are overweight or obese a qualification that may come from being part of the military or simply having worked out at the gym for years before deciding to pursue certifications.

Consultant

Consultants are hired to solve problems for clients. They can be hired for a wide variety of tasks and expertise levels, from business strategy to IT support.

The best part about being a consultant is that the job can be as flexible as you want it to be you can choose which industries interest you most and then go after those jobs. In fact, consulting gigs often pay well because they require both specialized knowledge and personalized attention.

Tour guide

If you've ever wanted to travel the world and make money, becoming a tour guide might be your best bet. These gigs are in demand around the world, but especially in Europe. Tour guides can earn up to $100+ an hour and they get paid even when they're not working!

If you love showing people around and helping them out with their plans, this is a great gig for you. You'll get paid well and often have free days so that you can explore the place yourself. It's also possible for tour guides to work part-time or full-time, depending on how much time they want to devote to guiding tours.

Tax preparer

Tax preparers are in high demand. You don’t need to be a CPA or an accountant, but you do need to be good with numbers and able to work independently without much oversight. Tax preparers can work from their homes or storefronts and service clients ranging from individuals to small businesses.

The average salary for a tax preparer is $54,000 per year, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).

Monster truck driver

To be eligible to drive a monster truck, you must meet the following requirements:

• Be 18 or older.
• Have an eye for detail and be able to catch any problems with your vehicle before they become significant issues.
• Be physically fit enough to lift heavy weights and move quickly when necessary.

In fact, it's ideal if you're in good shape just from living an active lifestyle on a daily basis—if not, then you'll need to work out regularly at least six months prior to taking the job so that your body can withstand the rigors of driving a monster truck well into old age (which can last 10 years or more).

Additionally, drivers need mental strength: being able to handle adverse conditions while still keeping calm is highly valued among employers who hire drivers on this basis alone because of its potential impact on safety measures taken during high-pressure situations (e.g., navigating through dangerous terrain).

Finally, financial stability is also important since this is considered one of those types of jobs where workers are paid only once per month—meaning it may take some time before seeing any earnings come back into their bank accounts; however, if done correctly then there should be no problem making ends meet each month until those first checks start rolling through!

Freelance writer

Freelance writing is one of the best gig jobs to have if you’re an experienced writer. Since it involves creating articles and blog posts, this position can be a good fit for someone who has been writing for years. If you want to become a freelance writer, you can find job listings on sites like Upwork or Freelancer.

Uber/Lyft driver

Uber and Lyft are among the highest paying gig jobs you can do. Drivers can make up to $1,000 a week. The biggest difference between the two is that Uber drivers don't have to own a car to drive for them, but Lyft drivers do. So if you have a car and want to invest in it, driving for Lyft would be the best choice for you.

But either way, there's no reason why anyone couldn't pick up one or both of these companies as their full-time gig job!

These gig jobs can pay really well

There are two types of gig jobs: ones that require you to do the work on your own and ones that pay a flat rate for a service. The latter is definitely more appealing and can be easier to find because there are job sites like Gigwalk, TaskRabbit, and Fiverr that specialize in these types of gigs.

If you're looking for one-off projects, then Craigslist or Facebook Marketplace is where you need to go! Once there's something you'd like to offer up as a service (babysitting, housekeeping), all you have to do is post your ad with an asking price on those sites—the potential client then contacts you through their site so it can be taken care of quickly without any fussing over details or payment methods just yet.

There are many gig jobs out there that pay well. It’s important to remember that these are just a few examples and there are many more types of gigs out there. It might take some time before you find one that works for you, but don't give up!