Welcome to Income Streams Diary
Your go-to space for online micro income ideas and side hustle inspiration.
Micro Jobs
Simple, quick tasks you can do online to earn small amounts.
Tutorials
We know starting out can be confusing, so our tutorials break it all down step by step.
Earning Insights
Real stories. Real numbers. Our earning insights feature weekly or monthly diaries from micro earners around the world
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About us
We’re not gurus.
We’re everyday people who know how much a little extra income can help. Income Streams Diary was born from personal experience — testing dozens of side gigs, failing at some, earning with others, and eventually creating a system that works. This blog is our open diary. We share what we learn, what we earn, and how you can do the same (or better).
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- Practical
- Beginner friendly
What We Offer
Helpful, Practical Resources
Micro Income Platform Reviews
Honest overviews of platforms like Clickworker, SproutGigs, Picoworkers, Appen, and more.
Monthly Micro Hustle Ideas
Updated gig suggestions to try every month — including payment proof and difficulty ratings.
Step-by-Step Beginner Guides
Never used a gig platform before? We walk you through account setup, task execution, and withdrawal.
Earnings Diaries
Real people sharing what they earned in a week or month, plus tips on how they did it.
The Ultimate Guide to Earning Online Without a Laptop
You don’t need a shiny laptop or a tech setup to start making money online. Really, you don’t. I know it might seem like everyone
7 Mistakes Beginners Make When Trying to Make Money Online
Let’s be real: trying to make money online sounds exciting until you’re a few weeks in, frustrated, and wondering if this whole internet hustle thing
What Is a Micro Income Stream? And Why You Should Start One
Let’s be honest—money doesn’t stretch as far as it used to. Whether you’re trying to save up, cover monthly bills, or just enjoy a bit
Step-by-Step: Create Your First Income Stream Online
So, you’re ready to make some money online. Not in a scammy, overnight-success kind of way—but real, doable income you can build from wherever you
Why Us
What makes us different?
We test what we post
Every review, guide, and monthly hustle idea is based on real experience — from our team or from members of our growing community of micro earners. We don’t promote platforms we don’t believe in or haven’t seen people earn from.
We stay updated
Online earning trends shift fast. Platforms come and go. Tasks dry up. That’s why we stay on top of what’s working now — not just what worked last year. Our blog is updated frequently, especially our monthly hustle ideas.
We explain things simply
Whether you’re just hearing about Clickworker for the first time or wondering how to get paid from SproutGigs, we break it down in a way that’s clear and practical. No fluff, no jargon.
Testimonials
Honest Reviews from our readers
Homeowner, San Diego
I had no idea where to start when it came to online micro jobs, but Income Streams Diary gave me clarity. I tried out two platforms they recommended and made my first $45 in a week — all from my phone!
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