The discussion reviewed 12 legitimate remote jobs that require no degree or prior experience, each evaluated for ease, flexibility, and earning potential.
Most roles are simple, often repetitive, and ideal for those seeking supplemental income through flexible, night-time work without entrepreneurial risk.
Platforms discussed range from research surveys and educational tutoring to customer service and audiobook narration, with hourly pay rates varying from $5 to $100 depending on the role.
The presenter highlighted pros, cons, and authenticity of each opportunity, aiming to guide viewers toward realistic, non-scam online work.
Action Items
None noted (as this was an informational session rather than a collaborative meeting with assigned tasks).
12 Legitimate Remote Job Opportunities
1. Prolific – Legitimate Online Surveys
Pays $8–$15/hr for research surveys from top universities/companies, direct PayPal payments.
Tasks are matched based on user profile, not for full rent but useful as side income.
Scored 7/10 due to reliability and pay above standard survey sites.
2. StudyPool – Answer Homework Questions
Paid per answered question ($3–$40), open worldwide, no tutoring credentials required.
High earners can make over $1,000/month; hundreds of categories available.
Scored 8/10 for real earning potential and flexibility.
3. Alorica – Remote Customer Support
Hires globally for customer service roles (calls, chats, emails) with companies like Microsoft; no experience needed.
Pay averages $10–$20/hr; work can be repetitive and fast-paced.
Scored 7/10 for flexibility and legitimacy; some complaints about pay and workload.
4. JustAnswer – Expert Q&A Online
Experts get paid $7.50–$11.50+ per question in professional fields (e.g., legal, medical, technical).
Earnings can reach $2,000–$4,000/month; requires category-specific knowledge and verification.
Scored 8/10, though AI may impact future earning potential.
5. TryMyUI (now Trymata) – Usability Tester
Pays $5–$30 per test (website/app feedback), 10–20 min per session.
Legitimate platform; mixed reviews on available work.
Scored 7/10, suitable for supplemental income.
6. Textbroker – Online Writing Tasks
Pays $10–$25/hr based on rating and typing speed.
Quick onboarding; weekly payments for short-form writing.
Scored 8/10 for reliability and entry-level accessibility.
7. Fancy Hands – Virtual Assistant Tasks
Handles diverse simple tasks (research, booking, admin); pay is $3–$10 per task.
No experience or degree required; task selection is flexible.
Scored 8/10 due to ease of entry and variety.
8. Cambly – Conversational English Tutor
Paid by the minute to chat with students from around the world; no teaching experience required.
Pay is modest; work is consistent and can be done any time.
Scored 7/10 for flexibility and minimal requirements.
9. Remotasks – AI Data Labeling
Entry-level task labeling and data categorization for AI training, no resume/interview.
Pay is $5–$20/hr depending on task complexity; task-based earnings.
Scored 6.5/10 due to lower pay and repetitive work.