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Hey there Reader,

I have a great opportunity for you to make some extra cash. (I promise, it's legitimate because I have done these surveys myself!)

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So the other day I learned that you can make some extra cash simply by taking surveys, or even helping companies with more in-depth market research.

And, as a business owner, I know how helpful it can be to have a few extra bucks to reinvest into your business, or simply to buy a coffee for the day so you can make it through the afternoon.

Knowing this, I wanted to share some ways for you to make a few extra bucks. Both User Interviews and SwagBucks are free to join and are both risk-free. They are legitimate companies, and I have done surveys and earned money with them before.

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​#1 SwagBucks​

Swagbucks is a great way to make a few extra dollars during your free time. While you won't become rich by any means, you can easily make a few extra dollars every day by completing some of the tasks.

• Completing surveys
• Playing games
• Taking pictures of your receipts
• Signing up for different programs or apps
• and more

​#2 User Interviews​

​User Interviews is a market research platform where companies search for appropriate candidates to help them with market research. This platform usually requires a little bit more of a screening process, but once it's complete, and if you are a suitable candidate, the company you applied to complete market research will reach out to you to schedule a time for the interview.

I will disclose though, that many of these interviews require you to use a computer with a webcam (laptops work well too), however, some interviews do allow the use of phones and phone cameras.

This platform usually requires a little bit of an investment in time but has a much higher return on investment. Many of the interviews pay you $1 an hour or higher. That means you can make $60 an hour or more!

As a bonus for completing any interview through my referral links below, you will earn an extra $30 for the first one you complete.

While you can sign up for, complete screenings, and finish as many interviews as you want to, here are a few that I thought might interest you as a member of Successful Online Business Owners.

Or, take a look at these other studies, and earn an additional $30 for completing the interview.

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​We are looking for Shopify Store Owners who translate their stores.​

$30 for 45 minutes

We are looking for Shopify Store Owners who translate their stores.

Device type: Computer with webcam. You cannot use a tablet or a smartphone.

​E-Commerce Study for Current Business Owners!!​

$100 for 60 minutes [or up to $300 for additional steps] ($100 Paypal cash)

Do you have an online store and possibly considering starting a new one? Join our study and contribute to enhancing sellers’ experience!

For this UX project for a popular online marketplace, we are looking for e-commerce entrepreneurs. Qualified participants will record their screen and / or capture a series of screenshots while going through a generic user flow, and then answer a user experience survey questionnaire.

There is an opportunity to earn up to $300 USD if you qualify and complete three phases of testing.

Device type: Computer. You cannot use a tablet or a smartphone. Your screen will be recorded during the session.

​Own a travel agency? Let's talk about our product!​

$90 for 60 minutes (Choice of dozens of digital gift cards)

We are a VC-backed tech startup aiming to revolutionize how groups pay for travel. We are here to make the lives of travel agents easy and free up their time to get more deals done and improve their customers retention. We have developed a group payment solutions that streamlines the entire process with extreme simplicity and security. Let's talk!

Device type: Computer with webcam.You cannot use a tablet or a smartphone.

​Own a short-term rental business? Let's talk!​

$100 for 30 minutes (choice of dozens of digital gift cards)

We're looking for feedback on a product we are building for short-term rental business owners. We have developed a group payment checkout so your consumers can split the cost on your website immediately.

Device type: Computer with webcam. You cannot use a tablet or a smartphone.

​Are you a Loan Officer? We want YOU to test a client engagement product!​

$50 for 30 minutes (choice of dozens of digital gift cards)

We're looking for feedback on our client engagement product. We want to understand the pain points to uncover ideal solutions and ensure our product is the best it can be!

Device type: Computer with webcam. You cannot use a tablet or a smartphone.

​Are you a Tax and Accounting Professional? We want to speak to you!​

$150 for 1 hour and 30 minutes ($150 eGift card)

We're looking for feedback on a product we are building.

Device type: Computer with webcam. You cannot use a tablet or a smartphone.

​Share feedback about your job!​

$40 for 20 minutes (choice of dozens of digital gift cards)

This is for a survey (15-20 min) in which you will answer questions about different tasks you might do at work, and software solutions that you'd be interested in.

Device type: Computer, Tablet, Smartphone.

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FAQs

Are these survey programs legitimate?

Yes. Both SwagBucks and User Interviews are both legitimate. I have earned cash from them myself.

Do I have to have a computer with a webcam to complete the surveys?

For SwagBucks, no. You can simply use your mobile device, or you can choose to use your computer. However, for User Interviews, many of the studies require you to have a computer with webcam capabilities so they can have quality participants. But, not all studies require a computer because some do allow the use of a mobile device. You will have to check each study's details to make sure.

How do I receive my earnings?

Both SwagBucks and User Interviews may pay you through the use of Paypal, or digital gift cards of your choice. The most common gift cards can be Visa gift cards, Amazon gift cards, and other commonly used gift cards.

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