Introduction: The Rise of AI Tools
Every single week, there’s some new AI tool being launched. But how do you know which one is worth your time and which one you can actually use to make money online? Over the last four weeks, I was talking to different people who are using these AI tools to make an insane amount of money online. So, in this article, I want to talk to you about seven new ideas to make money online using AI that are proven to work in real life and not just in theory. My name is Dave Nick.
Idea 01: Promoting Affiliate Products on Whoop
The first idea is to go to this platform called Whoop. Now, Whoop is where people are selling different courses, communities, and digital products. They have all sorts of different categories, including learning skills, getting healthy, going viral, and more. These range from recurring products to just one-time sales as well.
A really interesting thing is that when you go to this platform, you can start scrolling to find these communities and different digital products by clicking on “See All.” When you find a good product, you can click on it. It’s going to open up their sales page, and you can scroll all the way down to the bottom where you’ll always find their affiliate program, which pays 30% recurring commissions.
All you’ve got to do is click “Add to My Affiliate Dashboard,” go to the affiliate dashboard, and you can instantly promote that product. You can copy the link, and that will be your affiliate link. For example, if you go to Whoop.com/Oba, you’ll also find one of my products that I uploaded over there, and you can also add that to your affiliate dashboard.
To promote these products and earn commissions, you can go to ChatGPT.com, which is a free AI tool. You can then use a specific prompt (which I’ll share later in this article). You can paste it into ChatGPT, specify how many words you want (e.g., a 2,000-word blog post titled something specific that promotes the product).
For example, if I promote Whoop.com/Oba, I could ask for a blog titled “Best Online Business to Start as a Beginner,” ensuring that the keyword “best online business” is included at least once every 500 words.
When I submit this prompt to ChatGPT, it will write a full-blown article I can use. Next, go to Medium.com, sign up, and create a blog post for free. Medium helps you share content and get traffic from both Medium and Google search.
After pasting the title (add the year for relevance), you can copy the ChatGPT-generated blog content and insert it. Use the “+” icon to add images, search for relevant visuals, and create a Call-to-Action (CTA) directing readers to your affiliate link. Bold the text with your CTA, go back to Whoop to copy your affiliate link, and paste it into the blog post on Medium. Ensure your CTA appears multiple times in the blog so readers are prompted to click. Finally, click Publish, add a few keywords, and you’re ready to go.
Idea 02: Selling Digital Bird Flower Designs on Etsy
Head over to Etsy.com and search for “bird flowers.” You’ll see a variety of listings for bird flower designs being sold as digital downloads. These generate passive income for sellers every month.
Bird flowers are typically tied to the season in which they bloom, and many people love these designs. To create them, you can use a free AI tool. After creating an account, briefly describe the design you want (e.g., “A bunch of carnation flowers in watercolor style on a white background”) and click “Generate.”
Once the AI generates images, go to Canva.com, set a custom size of 1080×1080 pixels, and add text. For example, type the month (e.g., “June”), use a font like “Iron,” and then type the bird flower name (e.g., “Molly”) using a script font like “Alex Brush.”
Go back to the AI tool, choose the generated image you like best, and paste it into Canva. Adjust the design as needed, download it as a PNG, and save it to your computer.
For creating mockups, visit FreePik.com, search for frame mockups, and upload your design. Use tools to remove the background, export the mockup, and download it as a PNG or JPEG. Finally, upload your design to Etsy to start selling.
Idea 03: Starting Faceless YouTube Automation Channels
Faceless YouTube channels can be highly lucrative, with some earning over $1,000 daily just from ad revenue. For example, the channel “P in a Nutshell” posts AI-generated videos telling stories, earning up to $6,000 per month from just one video a month.
If you want to create such a channel, join communities that provide step-by-step blueprints. You’ll find tools and prompts to get started for free. Begin by choosing a niche (e.g., religion or history), then use ChatGPT to brainstorm channel names (e.g., “Bible Tunes”).
Next, create a Gmail account and set up your YouTube channel. Use tools like Canva or Leonardo AI to create channel branding, including logos and channel art. To optimize your channel, use ChatGPT to craft a bio and description, then add it to your channel settings.
To create content, generate a script using AI prompts in ChatGPT. Paste the script into a text-to-speech tool like Eleven Labs to produce voiceovers. For visuals, use Leonardo AI to generate animated images matching your script. Assemble the visuals, voiceovers, and transitions using video editing software. Publish the videos on YouTube to start building your channel and monetizing through ad revenue.
Idea 04: Selling AI-Generated Children’s Storybooks
Creating and selling children’s storybooks is another fantastic way to earn money online using AI. Parents and educators are always looking for engaging and unique books for kids, and you can cater to this demand with AI tools.
Start by going to ChatGPT and prompting it to write a children’s story based on a theme or moral lesson. For instance, you can ask it to create a story about a fox learning the value of teamwork. Be specific in your request, such as asking for a 20-page story with short, engaging sentences and age-appropriate vocabulary for kids aged 5–7.
Once the story is written, head over to a design tool like Canva or Leonardo AI to create illustrations for each page. Provide detailed descriptions of the scenes for the AI, such as “a fox and a rabbit playing in a sunny meadow surrounded by colorful flowers.” These tools will generate beautiful, high-quality images for your book.
Format the story and illustrations into a book layout using Canva. Choose a standard book size like 8.5×8.5 inches, and arrange the text and images cohesively. Once your book is complete, download it as a PDF or upload it to Amazon’s Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP) platform.
On KDP, set your price, upload the manuscript, and design an eye-catching book cover. Publish your storybook, and Amazon will handle printing and shipping. Promote your book on social media or through a personal website to reach your target audience.
Idea 05: Offering AI-Powered Resume Writing Services
Resume writing is a service always in demand, and with AI tools, you can streamline the process and offer polished, professional resumes to clients.
Start by creating a profile on freelance platforms like Fiverr or Upwork, advertising your resume-writing services. Highlight that you use cutting-edge AI tools to create resumes that stand out.
When a client provides their details, feed the information into ChatGPT with a prompt like, “Write a professional resume for a marketing specialist with 5 years of experience, highlighting skills in social media, analytics, and campaign strategy.” ChatGPT will quickly generate a well-structured resume.
You can refine the formatting and design using tools like Canva or Microsoft Word. Choose sleek and modern resume templates, adjust colors and fonts, and ensure the final document looks professional.
Deliver the finished resume to your client, and encourage them to leave a review. Over time, as you gain more clients and reviews, you can increase your prices and expand your services to include cover letters and LinkedIn profile optimization.
Idea 06: Creating and Selling AI-Generated Music Tracks
AI has revolutionized music production, allowing anyone to create and sell high-quality music tracks without prior experience. If you’re passionate about music, this is an exciting opportunity.
Use platforms like AIVA (Artificial Intelligence Virtual Artist) to compose music. AIVA allows you to choose different genres, moods, and instruments. For example, you can create a calming piano track, an energetic electronic beat, or an orchestral piece.
After generating your track, use audio editing software like Audacity or Adobe Audition to refine the sound quality and add finishing touches. You can also use tools like DistroKid or TuneCore to distribute your music to streaming platforms like Spotify, Apple Music, and YouTube Music.
For selling directly, consider platforms like BeatStars or SoundCloud. Set a price for your tracks and create bundles for music producers or content creators who might need royalty-free music for their projects.
Market your music on social media, YouTube, and TikTok. Showcase snippets of your tracks in creative ways, and use trending hashtags to reach potential buyers.
Idea 07: Building AI-Powered Chatbots for Businesses
Businesses of all sizes are adopting chatbots to improve customer service, and you can make money by creating AI-powered chatbots for them.
Start by identifying small businesses in your area or online that could benefit from a chatbot, such as local restaurants, online stores, or service providers. Reach out to them with a proposal to build a chatbot that can handle common customer inquiries like booking appointments or answering FAQs.
Use platforms like ChatGPT or ManyChat to create the chatbot. For instance, with ManyChat, you can design a flow that guides customers through a series of options, such as “Press 1 to see our menu” or “Press 2 to book a reservation.”
Once the chatbot is built, test it thoroughly to ensure it works seamlessly. Provide the business owner with instructions on integrating the chatbot into their website or social media channels like Facebook Messenger or WhatsApp.
Charge a setup fee for creating the chatbot, and offer ongoing maintenance or updates for a monthly retainer. As you gain experience, you can scale your services and target larger businesses or even create templates for different industries to sell on marketplaces.
Conclusion: Unlocking the Potential of AI for Online Income
As technology evolves, so do the opportunities to make money online. These seven AI-powered ideas are just the beginning of what’s possible. By leveraging the tools and strategies outlined in this article, you can start generating income while exploring creative and innovative ways to work.
The best part about these ideas is that many of them require little to no upfront investment, making them accessible to anyone willing to put in the effort. So, why not take advantage of AI tools and start building your online income stream today?
