How To MAKE money without SPENDING money during COVID-19!

Happy Thursday!

Wishing everyone tons of health and success during this time.

The entertainment industry has been strongly impacted by COVID-19 with nearly all studios and networks going dark for the time being.

Actors are out of work across the globe making it difficult for many to sustain comfortably in an already expensive market.

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With the recent events, now is the time to keep your hustle strong. Your mind and resilience are your single most effective tools in overcoming struggle. You have the power of creating income right in your hands.

Below are a few ideas to help spark your creativity and embrace your independence from home:

1. Start an online blog or website with Google Adsense revenue.
Like many websites online, my website is powered with ads though Google Adsense. In exchange for free knowledge, Google sends me a check each month after calculating my clicks and viewership each month. Are you an expert in a particular field? Share it with the world and get paid by signing up through Google Adsense today.

2. Embark on a journey of voice-overs.
Voiceovers are still being rolled out despite most commercial and television productions being on halt. Turn the TV off, sit in your living room, and record various sound clips if you have an attractive voice. Scripts can be found online, or through a reputable talent agency such as DDO , KMR, or DPN.

3. Bring your expertise to videos.
Share a strong opinion on the current landscape of our world? Have a thought on breaking news, or how our entertainment industry is currently handling COVID-19? Hit the record button and share your thoughts. Spread viral awareness which can lead to sponsorship, or even national attention. Consistent content generates results.

4. Freelance websites if you’re looking for the extra cash.
 Websites, such as fiverr or upwork, offer services for you to do quickly for money. Maybe someone needs a resume drafted, or a script translated and edited? Charge by the hour and watch the dollars rack up.

5. Create pay-per-view viewership. Become the movie theaters.
Have an interesting short film idea that involves your roommates, or family? If it’s intriguing enough, you may be able to rent it for 2.99 online. Content sites such as Vimeo offer rental services for you to turn your concept into dollars. Distribute independently, or share it online for the mass. Again, consistent content generates revenue.

6. Speak and write in multiple languages? Utilize your services for translation.
Many businesses (especially small) are seeking writers to translate press releases for them in handling COVID-19. Online listings on sites such as up-work can help you find these opportunities.

These are limited ideas but if you truly sit down and analyze all of your skillsets, you can easily turn it into money. Need help or guidance? Drop in the comments below and I will answer.

With love,

Chris Giovanni
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How do I stay motivated: Activate your hustle.

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Happy Sunday!

I’m a proponent of spreading motivation to others. I made a personal goal with myself to motivate at least 3 people around me daily. Whether it’s through the form of knowledge, sending support to a fellow friend, or encouragement. However I feel it’s best to covey, I show it.

I’ve noticed that we often sell ourselves short due to the perception of something not being achievable. “Why start a fitness clothing line, when there is Nike & Adidas?” “Why launch an EP, when I don’t have money?” “Hollywood is impossible, why move to LA when it’s so expensive and there are A-listers?”

Now don’t get me wrong, I have my days. The thought of failure often crosses my mind. But I’m also not afraid to fail…. Not being afraid of failure allows me to grow with my business, in my personal life, and achieve what I’ve been put on this earth to do. I’m here to inspire and create careers.

Feeling down today? Here’s what I do to stay motivated when things are looking tough:

I have a firm grasp of my personal goals.
When things are feeling a little dim, I take time to myself and recite my goals verbally. I speak them into existence — “I am on a mission right now to further my career as an entertainment manager” — “I am on track to being listed in Forbes 30 under 30.”

The positivity of knowing yourself and where you’re going mitigates any form of stress that may come your way.

I keep my side hustles strong.
Yes, my full-time job is an entertainment manager, but I’m also very focused on what I can do extra during free time. Whether I’m consulting on branding, writing articles such as these, partnering with brands for public speaking — If you carry multiple streams of income, you are motivated and your career will flourish.

I am highly realistic with my goals and expectations for myself.
Sure, I’d absolutely love to have the 3.4 million dollar production studio, but I’m realistic on when I will achieve that. Break your goals down to make it easier on yourself. Maybe a short-term goal is to save $20.00. Get headshots. Enroll in training. Then work your way to middle-tier goals, and up. You can accomplish a lot being wise with your time.

I do not allow negativity to dictate my day.
That means terminating all factors that may destruct your progress in being successful. A bad relationship, the news in the morning, someone who isn’t as motivated as you are. Anyone that I’m around carries the same positive energy and wants to be successful. You are your circle.

I lack care for what others think about me.
Unless it has to do with improving myself or my business, the thought of what others think does not matter to me. You’re an artist — be YOU. Be as goofy and loving as you want to be!

In the end, enjoy life and accomplish goals on your own terms. You are your best source of motivation!