6 Low Stress Side Hustles that Make $100 Per Day

Are you looking for a low-stress way to make extra money without sacrificing your sanity or family time? Whether you're a stay-at-home mom, a college student, or just tired of hustling in high-stress environments, you're not alone. More and more people are discovering flexible side jobs that pay well. without draining their energy.

In this post, you’ll discover 6 low-stress side jobs that can earn you $100 or more per day and they don’t require a fancy degree or a huge upfront investment. Plus, I’ll show you how you can use platforms like Shopify and tools like the SaraBiz Affiliate Course and my ebook, How to Start Affiliate Marketing with Zero Experience to boost your earnings from home.

Let’s dive into six simple yet powerful ways to start stacking extra income on your terms.

1. Start Affiliate Marketing (Beginner Friendly + Passive Income)

Affiliate marketing is one of the easiest and most beginner-friendly ways to earn $100/day with minimal stress. You promote products you love, and when someone clicks your link and buys, you earn a commission. No inventory, no customer service—just share and earn.

Example: Promote a skincare brand, a digital product, or even the SaraBiz Affiliate Course you get paid when someone signs up.

What you need:

Download the ebook HERE and learn how to pick affiliate programs, build trust, and grow your income from scratch.

2. Sell Products with Shopify (Dropshipping or Digital Goods)

Shopify makes it incredibly easy to start your own online store—even if you’ve never sold anything before. You can launch a dropshipping store (where you don’t hold inventory) or sell digital products like planners, printables, or eBooks.

Why it works: It’s passive once set up. You can even link affiliate products to your store and double your income streams.

What you need:

  • A Shopify account (click HERE to unlock a free trial)
  • Product ideas or suppliers
  • Basic marketing (Instagram, Pinterest, or TikTok)

If you’re interested in selling but don’t want the stress of shipping and packaging, dropshipping with Shopify is your best friend.

3. Freelance Writing (No Degree Needed!)

If you enjoy writing, freelance writing is an easy and low-pressure job that can pay very well. Many companies and blogs are looking for people to write short articles, product descriptions, or social media captions.

Pro tip: Start by writing about topics you already know—parenting, beauty, fitness, or even budgeting.

What you need:

  • A few writing samples (you can create these yourself)
  • Free profile on platforms like Upwork or Fiverr
  • Consistency and patience

You can easily charge $50 per article, writing just two per day to hit your $100 goal.

4. Pinterest VA or Content Creator

Pinterest is a goldmine for creators, and many bloggers and online businesses need help creating pins or managing their Pinterest accounts. If you love aesthetics and simple design tools like Canva, this is a perfect side gig.

Bonus tip: You can also use Pinterest to promote your Shopify store or affiliate links and make money directly.

What you need:

  • Canva (free version works!)
  • Pinterest business account
  • Simple training (check out the SaraBiz Course for beginner-friendly steps)

5. Online Tutoring or Teaching What You Know

You don’t need to be a certified teacher to tutor. If you're good at a subject or even just great with kids there are plenty of tutoring websites looking for help. Some parents also pay directly for one-on-one virtual help.

Ideas: Teach math, reading, or beginner language lessons. You can also teach adult skills like Canva, writing, or even affiliate marketing!

What you need:

  • Zoom or Google Meet
  • A calm space for video sessions
  • A few testimonials or a simple flyer

Many tutors charge $20–$50/hr—just two sessions a day gets you past the $100/day mark.

6. Create and Sell Digital Products

If you’re creative and love making things like journals, checklists, templates, or even ebooks you can sell them over and over again without remaking them. Platforms like Shopify and Etsy are perfect for this.

Top sellers: Daily planners, budgeting sheets, self-care checklists, or goal trackers

What you need:

  • Canva to design your product
  • Shopify to host your store
  • Free traffic from Pinterest or Instagram

This side job feels like a hobby, but it can scale into serious passive income when you combine it with affiliate links or email marketing.

MoneyMentors’ Final Thought

Making $100 a day doesn’t have to mean long hours, stressful clients, or sacrificing your personal time. Whether you’re just getting started or looking to simplify your life, these six side jobs are low-stress, flexible, and scalable.

Ready to go further?

Success doesn’t have to be complicated, it just needs consistency, the right tools, and a little encouragement. You've got this!

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