How to Make Money With Online Data Entry
It's not uncommon for companies to hire workers specifically to help with data entry, according to the Go Freelance work exchange. To save money, the companies may post the jobs as work-from-home positions. If you have basic experience using a computer and are a fast typist, an online data entry job may be a worthwhile opportunity for you.
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Instructions
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Open a PayPal account. Companies commonly pay online workers this way because it allows for electronic money transfers while keeping banking information private.
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Divide your total monthly expenses by the amount of time you can work each month to determine your minimum wages you can accept. For example, if you need $2,500 every month and can work 160 hours, you can't work for any less than $15.63 an hour.
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Take a free online typing test to determine your typing speed. Remember this number, because employers regularly ask data entry job candidates for their word-per-minute or "wpm" speeds.
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Search for data entry jobs in classifieds such as Backpage, Craigslist and the newspaper. You'll find a combination of online jobs and jobs that require you to receive a hard copy of the data. Apply only to those that meet your pay requirements and whose requirements you meet. Narrowing your job options this way will save you from wasting time on jobs you are unlikely to get.
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Accept as many job offers as your schedule can handle. Work in a quiet, private area of your home to avoid distractions, since data entry relies on accuracy. Submit assignments early to allow time for you to correct mistakes by the company's deadline.
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Tips & Warnings
Increase your chances of landing a job by including a brief cover letter with your application to introduce yourself to the employer. This allows you to stand out from other job applicants. Attach a resume of your past data entry experience, or relevant experience, if you have any.
Avoid jobs posts that require you to pay money to work. This is a sign of a scam.
