Working a 9-5 job is definitely the norm in the U.S., but there are undoubtedly times where keeping up with this sort of schedule is impossible. Students, parents, people with health issues, and semi-retired individuals often have a harder time committing to those working hours.
Thankfully, there are plenty of career opportunities out there that you can opt for, and the continuous rise of the gig economy can also help you settle for a job that is not nearly as demanding.
Whether your goal is to make a living by working a flexible schedule or you’re simply willing to supplement your income, we’ve prepared a list of the best, 22 jobs you can pick from. Best of all? These jobs may apply to a lot of individuals, whether you want to work from home or like traveling, we’re sure you’ll find something worthwhile on this list!
1. Consultant
Working as a consultant should be your primary focus if you have skills that other companies are willing to pay for, but you don’t want to get stuck in a 9-5 job. You can either start your own business or work through a consulting firm, just keep in mind that you’ll either work on a long-term or short-term basis.
Sharing your knowledge and experience could net you an average annual salary of $77,368, according to Glassdoor.
2. Copy Editor/Proofreader
If you’ve been nicknamed Proofreader Hawkeye then this job is perfect for you. You need to have amazing grammatical skills on top of an eye for typos and other types of mistakes in order to become a successful proofreader or copy editor.
You’ll either work by checking out content for print or for the web, and given that there’s no shortage of content required by many companies, you can easily find either full-time or part-time work, either for an office job or for at home.
You may need to pass a copyediting test in order to land the job, after which you could earn an annual salary of $49,435 for copy editors and $46,209 for proofreaders.
