HOW TO USE THE INTERNET TO MAKE MONEY

When you’re done reading, here’s the next steps to take:

• Legit Ways to Make Money Online in Kenya: Hizi hapa ni some practicle guide ya ku start online hustles, like freelancing, reselling, and e-commerce.

• Join MESH: Community yetu free yenye over 150,000 Kenyan hustlers building successful business, and sharing tips inaweza kua exmaple poa sanaa.

Kujua vile you can search for information online inafungua a huge opportunities for your business.

Hivi ni namna unaweza start:

Google na YouTube ndio your best friends kwa ku find information online.

Tumia specific keywords related to your business interests to find valuable information. Example,ni kama if una run a kiosk, search for "best-selling items in a kiosk" or "how to increase sales in a small business."

Jaribu different combinations ya keywords to get the best results.

Not everything unapata online is reliable. Ndio usikue scammed, follow hizi steps:

1. Be cautious of too-good-to-be-true offers.

2. Pili ni kutumia zile well-known websites au apps yenye umezoea na ziko na good reviews. But avoid apps with 100s of 5* reviews only – chanses ni ziko probably fake.

3. Avoid websites with many pop-ups au zile asking for personal information before giving you the loan.

4. Avoid apps, websites, or platforms zenye hupeana pesa free.

Join online communities like MESH ndio you get honest advice na ku share experiences na fellow hustlers.

Unawepia pata forums na social media groups related to your industry. Example, kama unataka to become a freelance writer, join theRemarkable Freelance Writer... Facebook group. Watch vile wasee hu interact in the group na ku engage by asking questions, sharing your knowledge, and building relationships with other members.

Platforms kama YouTube andGSMA wako na tutorials and courses on various topics. Kama unataka ku learn how to improve your business, manage finances, au hata ku use new tools, unaweza find instructional videos to guide you.

Make a habit yaku at least watch one educational video per day to continuously improve your skills. Chukua notes with a pen na paper ndio ukumbuke everything.

“Networking” ni ka fancy word yaku meet wasee new na building relationships. Wasee most successful will tell you networking ndio number #1 skill ya building a business. As we say at MESH:

“Your network is your net worth”

Kama hujawai networked before au una feel you’re not getting results from your networking, fuata hizi tips:

Networking isn’t just about selling. Anza by offering help or sharing useful information. Hii ita build trust na ku encourage others to help you in return. Example, kama uko WhatsApp group ya small business owners, share tips that have worked for you or resources that others might find useful.

Organizations mingi na communities host free webinars na virtual events. These can be great opportunities ku learn new things na pia ku connect na wasee like-minded individuals ka wewe. Participate actively by asking questions and engaging with the speakers na wasee wenye wame attend.

Hapa MESH, sisi hu do regular webinars ya free na events you can join online and in-person.

Identify msee influential kwa sector yako au your industry na you follow them on social media. Engage na their content kwa ku like, commen, and share. This can help you stay updated with the latest trends and expand your network.

When networking, you’ll be asking for peoples’ time and attention. Don’t demand too much. Wasee wako are busy na different needs– especially business owners. Show gratitude when someone agrees to help you.

Don’t be afraid to follow up once ume reach out kwa msee for help and didn’t get a reply. Send a quick message kama hivi “Just bumping this to the top of your inbox” after one week. If you don’t hear back, they probably don’t want to engage. Leave them alone.

Creating a strong online presence ni very important for success. Here’s how you can do it:

Share your story, onyesha your skills, na ku engage with your audience. Platforms kama Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn ni perfect for this. Regularly post updates about your business, share behind-the-scenes content, and interact with your followers.

Kama wewe ni graphic designer, create a portfolio on platforms like Behance. If you sell products, use Instagram ama Facebook to display them. A well-organized portfolio makes it easy for potential clients to see your work and contact you for opportunities.

If you run a physical biz, make sure iko listed kwa Google Maps (sign up is free), with all your details, like your opening hours, address, and some nice photos ndio wasee wajue penye unapatikana na pia try ku get some reviews positive about your work.

If you run an online biz– kama e-commerce store au freelancing – make sure you appear on Google search results. This is trickier and often requires something called “Search Engine Optimization (SEO).” kama ungependa ku learn more about SEO for your biz, drop ka comment hapo chini.

Making money kwa internet inaitaji numerous apps. So, we asked the MESH community for the best free smartphone apps to run their businesses.

Hizi hapa ndio top kwa list

Having the right skills can set you apart from the competition. Focus on these qualities:

1. Reliability and Honesty: Build a reputation yakua dependable na trustworthy. This helps you attract and retain customers. Always deliver kwa promises zako kwa clients na transparent about your business practices.

2. Customer Service: Provide excellent service kwa your customers. Happy customers wako more likely ku return na ku recommend you to others. Be responsive to their inquiries, address their concerns promptly, and go the extra mile ku hakikisha their satisfaction.

3.Punctuality: Always meet your deadlines and commitments. This builds trust na credibility with your clients. If ume promise a client ku deliver a product or service by a certain date, make sure umefanya hivyo.

4. Continuous Learning: Stay updated with your industry's latest trends na developments. Hii inaonyesha you are proactive na committed to improving your skills. Chukua online courses, soma blogs za , na participate kwa relevant webinars to keep learning.

Set yourself up for success online by following the simple steps in this guide.

When uko ready to take the next step, join MESH for free to access more resources yaku grow your business online. Pamoja, we can make your hustle a success.