How I Made My First $100 Online — And 5 Simple Ways You Can Too

A few months ago, I found myself in a difficult place. My laptop screen had shattered, I had no savings to fix it, and no regular income. I felt stuck and honestly, a little hopeless. All I had was an old smartphone, a stable internet connection, and a strong desire to change my situation.

That's when I decided to explore online earning — something I had heard about but never truly believed in. Could someone like me, with no big social following or technical skills, really make money online?

Surprisingly, yes. It didn’t happen overnight, and it wasn’t some magic trick. But within a few weeks of consistency and trial-and-error, I made my first $100 online. It may not sound like much to some, but to me, it was life-changing. It gave me confidence, hope, and the push I needed to keep going.

Here’s exactly how I did it — and how you can start too.


1. I Started Creating Short Videos on TikTok

My journey started on TikTok. At first, I had no idea what kind of content to make. But then I noticed that ASMR fruit-cutting, relaxing visuals, and short funny skits were going viral. I posted every day, even when the views were low.

Slowly, I saw growth — some videos crossed 10,000+ views, and I joined the TikTok Creator Rewards Program in the UK. The earnings weren’t huge, but consistent uploads brought in a few dollars daily. After a few weeks, it added up to $40+ just from views.

Tip: You don’t need to show your face. Focus on visuals, trending sounds, and what people love to watch. Be consistent.


2. I Wrote Articles on Vocal Media

Next, I tried my hand at writing on Vocal Media — a platform where you earn money based on reads and engagement. I started writing about personal stories, psychology tips, and popular topics like K-Dramas and mental health.

One article about overthinking went semi-viral and brought in $25 in just a few days.

Tip: Stick to niches like relationships, life lessons, mental health, or pop culture. Add real experiences. Use engaging titles and a clean writing style.


3. I Promoted My Work on WhatsApp & Facebook Groups

To get views, I shared my TikTok s and Vocal articles in Facebook groups, WhatsApp status, and Instagram stories. I joined small creator groups and exchanged views and comments with others.

This brought more engagement, and some people even donated via Vocal’s “tip” feature.

Tip: Don’t be shy about sharing. There are hundreds of people out there who will support you if you just show up.


4. I Offered Small Services on Fiverr

With a little confidence, I opened a Fiverr account and offered basic services like writing short bios, doing voiceovers, and creating simple TikTok scripts. I got my first $10 gig within 4 days.

Over time, a few more orders came in — and I crossed $30 from Fiverr alone in my first month.

Tip: Don’t wait to be perfect. Offer what you already know. Even small tasks (like translating, logo design, or writing descriptions) can earn money.


5. I Learned and Improved Along the Way

Every day, I watched YouTube tutorials, learned from other creators, and made small improvements. I didn’t get rich overnight, but I became more confident, more skilled, and more hopeful. That was worth more than any amount of money.


Conclusion: You Don’t Need to Be an Expert

If you're waiting for the “perfect time” or think you need a lot of money to start earning online, let me tell you: You already have what you need. Just start. Be consistent. Test ideas. Learn from failures.

My first $100 didn’t come all at once. But it came from small steps, repeated daily. Today, I’m on my way to earning enough to buy a new laptop — all through online hustle.

And if I can do it, so can you.