Are you a teen in Liberia looking for ways to make some extra cash? Don’t worry, you’re in the right place! Below are seven ways to keep your pocket water. And the best part? You don’t need a ton of money to get started.
1.Selling Airtime & Data Bundles
Everyone in Liberia needs airtime and data—whether it’s for WhatsApp, Facebook, or calling their “special person”. Selling mobile credit and data bundles is an easy way to make money because people are always topping up!
Why It’s a Good Idea:
- You don’t need a big startup fund—just a small amount to buy credit at a discount.
- People will always need airtime, so you’ll never run out of customers.
- You can sell to classmates, neighbors, family members—basically, everyone with a phone.
Imagine your friend runs out of data in the middle of watching TikTok videos—guess who they’ll call? You!
How to Get Started:
- Get a SIM card from major networks like Orange or Lonestar and register as a seller.
- Use some of your own money (or ask a family member for help) to buy airtime in bulk at a discount.
- Start selling small amounts to friends and family at the regular price. The difference? That’s your profit!
- Spread the word! Let people know you sell airtime and data. You can even offer small discounts or bonuses for repeat customers.
Selling airtime is an easy way to stay financially independent—so why not start today? I know in Liberia you barely see a girl doing business as such but I am here to tell you that business does not have a gender. Give it a try!
2. Become a Graphic Designer
In a world where visuals speak louder than words, a striking design can make all the difference, be it for a school assignment, a social media campaign, or a memorable event. The demand for good graphics will always be around and diving into graphic design could be your ticket to earn you some extra cash. You can start with just a computer and free graphic design software such as Canva, Adope, and etc. And guess what, you don’t need an office, you can work from anywhere. Even if you do not have a computer, you can still use your phone. So what is your excuse?
How to Get Started:
– Learn the basics through online tutorials or courses, like YouTube and other platforms
– Showcase your designs, via posting on your socials or by showing them to your friends and family for future recommendation
– Offer services; on social media, to people you know, or freelance websites, starting with small projects.
3. Renting Out School Supplies
This may sound weird but it is actually worth it. Renting out your school supplies like books, calculators, geometric sets, etc, is another way for your wallet not to be a desert – simply put, for you to not go broke. But please, don’t mind doing business and forget about yourself, remember you need to study too.
4. Selling Snacks
Selling snacks like biscuits, candy, etc is another way to earn. You can sell it both in class and when you come home from school. On campus, your friends will eventually support you once you’re selling it at an affordable price and at home, you don’t have to move ‘round the community selling, you just have to inform your neighbors, and your neighbors will tell others in the community and eventually your business will be known in the community.
For start up, you don’t need plenty money. They say, little is much. Whatever that snack is that you want to be selling, just begin with a small amount, like for the candy, just start with a pack and you’ll eventually grow.
5. Selling Self-Made Crochet Items
Do you know how to crochet? Then why are you sleeping on such talent? If you’re thinking of one medium to earn money, this is it. Start crocheting different types of items like tablecloths, hats, etc. Or you can focus on crocheting the ones you enjoy the most and sell them at an affordable price.
How to Get Started:
-Buy your crochet materials, like the yarn, crochet hooks (the ones we call crochet pins), scissors etc
– Brand yourself to get customers
6. Doing Makeup
Many ladies love makeup. Yes, they always want to look good for that special occasions, whether it’s a party, wedding, photoshoots, or just a night out, they will mostly always need that special touch to up their look. And you can be the one to deliver that service. You just need a makeup kit and a mirror to get started.
How to Get Started:
– Practice your makeup skills on friends and family to build your confidence.
– Create a portfolio with before-and-after photos of your work by posting them on socials
– You can start by offering free services to friends and family to attract customers and eventually start to charge for your services
7. Tie-Dye Clothing
This is a creative way to earn money just by turning the ordinary into extraordinary. You can start with T-shirts and then eventually grow into tie-dying other items such as hoodies, etc. You can buy, design and sell the item or you can offer to tie-dye people items with a discount, your choice.
To get started, buy the materials and the item you’ll be tie-dying. Don’t know which material to buy? or you don’t know how to tie-dye?
Don’t worry, we got you covered. Check our Youtube channel, “Gal’s Guidance” and you’ll see the tutorial on how to tie-dye.
After reading this, I’m sure you’ve seen something that you can do to prevent you from going broke and I really do hope you take advantage of these ideas and don’t sleep on them. Best of wishes in your entrepreneur journey.
Author
Ivan S. Fiske Iv
Writer, Gal’s Guidance
