Time can pass by in a blink of an eye and there’s no way you can turn it back. If you are a business owner, your focus must be on how you can continue to earn profit, even if there are changes to the economy or industry you are in.
Many successful businesses are able to continue earning even when there is a change in the economy because they have passive income streams. Passive income allows businesses to stay afloat using income that is coming from major sources. For example, if you own a restaurant, your passive income can come from deliveries or special orders aside from your dine-in and take out services.
However, creating a passive income stream can be difficult for some businesses, which is why some choose not to set up one for their business.
Even if you are not a business owner but an employee, it pays to have passive income. Not only it provides some extra to spend on, it can actually tide you over during difficult times.
Examples of Passive Income Sources
- Rental
Have an extra room? Or an additional car in the garage? Or maybe you have an office you are not using on weekends? These can definitely turned into cash when you rent them out when you are not using them.
2. Stocks
I don’t usually dabble in stocks. I prefer my options to be more grounded. However, there are stock options or options trading that runs long term with minimal risks. I am no expert in this area so I suggest if you are interested in exploring this, talk to a legit professional. Just remember that if you are going to invest in stocks and shares, you’ll need to do lots of research. You’ll also need a share portfolio, or ‘aktiendepot‘ as they say in Germany. This can be very profitable, but will take up a considerable share of your time and energy.
3, Affiliate Marketing
If you have a blog or website that has high traffic, you can rely on affiliate marketing to bring in some cash. You won’t be able to quit your job just yet but it may bring in extra cash that you can save up for your next holiday.
4. Ads
I don’t do this with my website but I do know many who do allow advertisements or Cost-Per-Click ads on their blogs to bring in extra passive income. This is only workable if you have massive traffic to your blog everyday. We are talking about at least having 1000 views per day to make your website attractive for businesses to want to invest their marketing dollar on your space.
5. Create something
Write a book, design a game or create a course.. These are one of many ways that you can keep incurring income over and over again for many months. Sure, the initial stage of creation may be tough and time consuming but once a good product kicks off, the money just keep coming in whenever someone downloads your book, app or course.
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Reasons why you should have a passive income
- It opens up time
Passive income opens a lot of time for business owners, especially as it can reduce your worries, especially when it comes to the financial obligations you may have.
The income you get can be used to pay off your obligations, which will then free you to look at other things such as how to expand the business or just relax from a busy day of working constantly.
- It helps prevent the stress you are feeling about the future
You can never tell when the market will fall or if there will be a national disaster that will affect your business. When this happens, it is possible that you won’t be able to earn some money to keep your business afloat and get back some of the losses you incurred during your time off.
But, if you have a passive income, you can be assured that once you get back to your main income generator, you have funds to restart and expand it.
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- It allows you to pursue the stuff you want to do rather than focus on bills and other expenses
Most of us are unable to pursue our passions because of financial responsibilities. However, having a passive income allows us to be free from such responsibilities and allow you to have funds to pursue these dreams. You will also be able to find new avenues to make money from the stuff you love to do.
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- It allows you to work and live anywhere you want
Having a passive income also gives you the ability to live and work wherever you want. As the money comes in through your passive income streams, you can afford to explore and not have to touch your main income in the process.
- It can set you up financially
Finally, since passive income is automatic, you don’t have to worry about where you need to get money for your business’ bills and other expenses. You will now have the time and funds to improve your financial stability and grow your money further.
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Conclusion
It is undeniable that passive income is very important for any business, especially in today’s changing economy. No matter what industry you are in, take the time to check what passive income you set up for your business and pursue them. There will be challenges but once you get the hang of it, you will be able to open a lot of opportunities for you and your business to grow.
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Wow….that’s a great information shared. Appreciated!!!
Well written and detailed.
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Nice article 👍
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Appreciate your comment, Kaushal.
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Great Post Kally. Passive income is no doubt the way to go. So many of the things you mentioned are exactly what we do which is great. Zoom has been great. Lots of learning curves with our new normal. Thanks for the good tips.
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Received your FB message, Cindy. You’re most welcome on the tips.
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Kally, so clearly and succinctly outlined! Thank you for giving me something to think about further.
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This is very useful…
Quite informative I must say 👍👍
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I enjoyed reading this article. Thank you for sharing.
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Passive income… most of the people serving nowadays. Everything in the world is changing, we have to adopt new things. Nice post
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Have a good day friend
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Same to you!
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A passive income will generate on its own, which allows you to focus on other areas of your business and quite literally make money while you sleep.
Very interesting and thanks for sharing
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TERRIFIC ADVICE Kally, Thanks!
“Prudence” is defined as doing the right thing at the right time.”
The TIMES we live require PRUDENCE both in our business lives and in our personal life’s
LORD teach us Prudence
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Thank you for your wisdom, Patrick!
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Nominated you for the sunshine blogger award..do visit my recent post!!
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Awww… thank you Swetha for your generosity and I am so honored!
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My pleasure 😊😊
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I learned a lot from this post. You educate us, for which we would like to thank you.
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Great ideas! Thank you for sharing and encouraging people to have passive incomes.
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Thank you, Mishkat! Have a wonderful weekend!
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Yes. It’s important.
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Appreciate your comment.
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Passive incomes are such a great way to make some income for a rainy day or just to save in general. Great post!
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Very informative, Kally. There is a need for a passive income. And love that you highlighted some core “buts” in some of it. One need to make research to know the risks involved to and walk with it – e.g the stocks.
Happy Sunday. 🤗
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Thank you Herry and bless your heart. Have a wonderful Sunday.
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Amen. Thanks Kally.
A great new week.
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Passive income does seem like a good idea for anyone. I haven’t yet found a source that works for me, but these are some great suggestions. I’ll keep trying!
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You’re most welcome! I wish you success in finding the right source!
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Passive income is important so you always have something to bounce back to I guess.
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That’s sums it all up! Thank you and welcome to MiddleMe!
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Very helpful post, thanks 😇
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Thank you so much. I’m glad it helped you.
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Your articles are always so informative
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Thank you so much!
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Excellent article. Preparing for the future is something we often don’t think about until it is too late.😣👣
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Thank you, Georgetta. I agree people rather plan for holidays than their futures.
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Yes they do🤗👣
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Thank you for sharing this!
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Great tips!!
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Thank you so much! Have an awesome weekend!
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You too!
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I also agree that Passive income is something that has become very important.
Often our main jobs or Businesses could have a lot of risk factors, cyclical variations and unpredictability.
Passive earnings can not only provide us some necessary cushion against the negative factors but also supplement our incomes in case of unexpected expenses plus if we need to upgrade our lifestyle.
I also have been striving for the same through Shares and Mutual Funds(I prefer the latter since last few years), recurring Deposits(RD), Online discussion sites(well, not exactly passive)and a few other avenues.
However, the incoming earnings through these streams is not sufficient and I am looking to enhance.
I do have a keen interest in Writing yet Writing has taken a backseat since last few years due to work and personal commitments and I need to get back to track.
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