5 MUST-DO STEPS (THAT ACTUALLY WORK) TO START MAKING MONEY ONLINE TODAY
There has never been a better time in history to make money online. Whether you're looking for a side hustle, want to escape the 9-to-5, or dream of building a full-time digital business, the internet offers endless possibilities. But with so much information floating around, it's easy to get overwhelmed and stuck in "learning mode" -- reading blog posts, watching YouTube videos, taking courses -- but never actually starting.
If that sounds like you, don’t worry. You’re not alone. The good news? You only need to focus on a few key things to get the ball rolling. These are not gimmicks. These are foundational, timeless steps that work in any niche and with almost any type of digital product, especially ebooks.
In this post, we'll cover the 5 essential things you must do to start making money online. These steps are designed to help you take action with confidence, stay focused, and start earning real income.
1. Pick One Problem to Solve (Clarity is Power):
Before you do anything else, get crystal clear on the problem you want to solve for people. Not multiple problems. Not all the things you're interested in. Just one core problem.
When you solve a problem, you create value. And where there is value, there is money.
Ask yourself:
What is something I know or have learned that could help others?
What have I overcome in my life that someone else is struggling with?
What do people constantly ask me about?
Examples:
You lost 30 pounds using a home workout routine.
You figured out how to build a budget and get out of debt.
You taught yourself a skill (like Canva, Excel, or Pinterest marketing) that others want to learn.
Choosing one problem to solve gives you focus. It eliminates distraction and builds trust with your audience. People don’t want a jack-of-all-trades; they want someone who understands their specific struggle.
Tip: The more specific your problem, the easier it is to market your solution.
2. Create One Simple Product (Start Small, Sell Fast):
Now that you know what problem you’re solving, it’s time to package your solution. Start with one simple product. You don’t need a huge course or an expensive membership site. Start small. Start now.
For many beginners, ebooks are the perfect digital product:
They’re easy to create (you can write one in a few days).
They solve a specific problem.
They build your authority.
They’re affordable for buyers.
Your ebook should:
Focus on ONE problem (again, clarity is power).
Be actionable (no fluff; give steps people can follow).
Be easy to consume (no need for 100 pages—20-40 is great).
Example: Instead of "How to Be Healthier," write "The 7-Day Sugar Detox for Busy Moms."
You can use free tools like Google Docs or Canva to create your ebook.
If you want help creating and launching your first ebook, my guide Wealth Accelerator walks you through choosing your niche, building your brand, setting up your entire digital product system, and learning how to market your product.
3. Build a Simple Funnel (Don’t Just Post and Pray):
Most people make this mistake: they create a product, post about it once on social media, and then wonder why it doesn’t sell.
To make money online consistently, you need a simple sales funnel. Don’t let the term scare you. This just means creating a clear path that leads people from discovering you to buying from you.
Here’s a basic funnel that works:
Free content to attract your ideal audience (Instagram posts, blog articles, Pinterest pins).
A lead magnet (like a free checklist, guide, or mini ebook) that people get in exchange for their email.
A welcome email sequence that builds trust and gently promotes your ebook.
Regular emails that provide value, tell stories, and remind people of your product.
Why this works:
It builds a relationship.
It grows an asset you own (your email list).
It allows you to sell without being pushy.
4. Focus on One Platform (Go Deep, Not Wide):
Trying to be everywhere is a fast way to burn out and make no progress. Instead, choose one platform where your ideal audience hangs out, and go all-in.
If you’re creating ebooks and digital products, consider these:
Pinterest: Great for evergreen content and traffic.
Instagram: Powerful for connection and building a brand.
YouTube: Builds deep trust and SEO power.
TikTok: Excellent for fast growth and engagement.
Focus on:
Creating content consistently (start with 2-3 posts per week).
Solving one problem in each post.
Using clear calls-to-action ("Get the free guide," "Check out my ebook").
Growth comes from mastery, not multitasking.
Once you’ve mastered one platform and it’s bringing traffic and leads, then you can expand. But until then, stay focused.
5. Be Relentlessly Consistent (Success is a Habit):
This is the big one. The game-changer. The real secret.
Consistency beats talent.
You can have the best ebook in the world, the smartest funnel, the best branding—but if you show up once a month, you won’t win.
To make money online, you must:
Show up regularly (even when it feels like no one is watching).
Keep learning, tweaking, and improving.
Push through the dips (every creator goes through slow periods).
Success comes from daily, imperfect action.
If you commit to 90 days of focused effort, you will see momentum.
Create a content plan. Batch your posts. Schedule your emails. Give yourself the gift of structure and discipline. It doesn’t have to be perfect. It just has to be consistent.
You Are Closer Than You Think:
Making money online isn’t magic. It’s strategy, value, and consistent action. You don’t need to be an expert. You don’t need a huge audience. You just need to solve a problem, help people, and show up.
Let this be your moment. Let this be the post that you read before you finally start.
Pick one problem. Create one ebook. Share it consistently. Build trust. Keep going.
The journey to online income starts with a single decision: You decide that today is the day you stop consuming and start creating.
You’ve got this!
Want Help Getting Started? Check out Wealth Accelerator - - the no-fluff guide to picking a niche, making your first digital product, building your brand, and setting up a marketing system that sells. It’s designed for beginners who want a clear, actionable path.
