I Make up to $10K a Month Helping People Move — Here’s How You Can, Too
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Kyle S. was looking for a way to supplement his income as an artist when he signed up for Taskrabbit. He has been on the platform since 2021 as a Tasker, and has earned upwards of $10,000 a month during peak moving season months.
Here’s how he got started, plus his tips for other people who want to earn a sizeable side income assisting people with their moves.
There are more side gigs that can make you richer than a full-time job, as well.
Starting Out as a Tasker
Kyle was looking for a way to earn some extra money when he found out about Taskrabbit from his brother.
“I was supporting myself for a few years selling paintings, but at least once a year I would have a two- to three-month period where I didn’t sell anything,” he said. “During one of those low-income months a couple of years ago, I called my brother for advice and he told me about Taskrabbit as a side hustle. I gave it a shot!”
How He Maximizes Earnings
Kyle made upwards of $10,000 during his highest-earning months by implementing a few best practices.
“Respond to incoming jobs quickly and practice good communication leading up to the day of the task,” he said. “Be open to difficult tasks to gain experience. It will make it easier [over time] and you will make more money in the long run.”
Kyle was also strategic about how he approached each task.
“Always require a two-hour minimum for moving jobs and be quick so you can do more tasks during busy seasons, [especially the] summer months,” he said.
A Moving Van Is an Investment That Will Pay You Back
Kyle shared some key pieces of advice for other Taskers who want to earn money by helping people move.
“Buy a van and take care of it, be fair about your rates, and always make sure the client has all the info they need and you do, too,” he said. “Open your availability, be friendly and always go above and beyond. Good reviews and experience pays off on the platform, so stick with it!”
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