Stop Obsessing Over "Making Big Money"! 4 Simple Ways for Ordinary People to Earn Over 100 Yuan a Day, Tested by Me

 

I used to think making money required "high thresholds"—either a high academic degree to get into a top company, or strong connections to pave the way. For ordinary people like me, without special skills or resources, the only option was to stick to a fixed salary. It wasn't until I became a full-time mom and tried doing social media that I suddenly realized: making "small money" is actually easy. Now I earn at least 100 yuan every day, and accumulating small gains is far more down-to-earth than daydreaming about "making big money".

 

Today, I'm sharing 4 money-making methods that I've tested and proven to work, each with my real-life experiences. You don't have to worry about lacking experience or talent—follow these steps, and you'll likely see results.

 

01 WeChat Official Account: From Earning 0.3 Yuan to Over 100 Yuan a Day, "Usefulness" Matters More Than "Going Viral"

 

When I first started my WeChat Official Account, I didn't even know what "traffic revenue" was. My first article only got 5 views, and I earned just 0.3 yuan from traffic revenue that day. Staring at the backend data, I almost gave up. Later, I switched to a "simple approach": no chasing hot topics, no gimmicks—just writing "practical tips" from my own mistakes.

 

For example, when new users didn't know how to activate traffic revenue, I broke down the registration process and qualification requirements step by step; when people complained their articles got no views, I organized practical skills like "how to write headlines" and "how to structure content". Gradually, my views went from 100 to 1,000, and later I even had several viral articles with over 50,000 views. For several consecutive days, my traffic revenue exceeded 100 yuan.

 

If you want to start a WeChat Official Account, don't worry about a slow start. Even if you only write 300 words a day, as long as your content solves problems for others, stick with it for 3 months, and you'll definitely see earnings.

 

02 Xiaohongshu: No Need to Shoot Videos—You Can Get Sponsorships with 1,000 Followers, Authenticity + Right Niche Are Key

 

If you want faster results, give Xiaohongshu a try. Six years ago, when I was still working, I used Xiaohongshu without shooting a single video—only posting image-text notes. When I had just over 1,000 followers, a publishing house approached me to promote books, and I earned 50 yuan in royalties for the first time. I was so happy that I shared it with my kid right away.

 

Ordinary people don't need to learn complicated editing skills to succeed on Xiaohongshu—just do two things well. First, be "authentic": don't make up stories or fake a persona. I once posted an article titled "I Gained No Followers in My First Month on Xiaohongshu—These Are the Mistakes I Made". It had no fancy words, just my real experiences, yet it got over 1,800 likes and 80 new followers. Second, "choose the right niche": don't post random content—focus on what you're familiar with. If you're a mom, share baby food recipes or parenting tips; if you're a student, talk about exam review or part-time jobs.

 

Now I specialize in "women's growth" content, such as "How to Make Money from Writing After Quitting Your Job" and "How Ordinary People Develop a Side Hustle Mindset". My sponsorship fee has gone from 50 yuan to 280 yuan, and I get 3-4 sponsorships a month. Remember, Xiaohongshu isn't just a "platform for influencers"—it's a platform for ordinary people to share experiences. Your real stories are the most valuable content.

 

03 Toutiao + Article Submission: Don't Want to Manage an Account? These Two "Low-Effort Methods" Let You Earn Directly

 

If managing an account feels too tedious, there are two "low-maintenance" ways to make money, perfect for those who want a "light start".

 

The first is writing for Toutiao. This platform loves "hot topic" and "story-based" content, such as "3 Lessons I Learned from the Popular TV Show XX" or "My Friend Earns 15,000 Yuan a Month Selling Street Food—Here's What He Did Right". I once wrote a real story titled "My First Earnings from Writing After Quitting My Job—200 Yuan", and surprisingly, it brought in over 120 yuan in revenue, more than I expected. You don't need great writing skills for Toutiao—just tell the story clearly and add a bit of your own opinion. Even if you only post one article a day, you can still earn dozens of yuan.

 

The second is submitting articles to WeChat Official Accounts. Many accounts are short on content now, with manuscript fees ranging from 50 yuan to 600 yuan, and some even offer "reading bonus shares". If you're good at writing emotional articles, submit to emotional accounts; if you like sharing practical tips, target self-growth accounts. Here's a tip for submission: carefully read the publisher's requirements first, such as word count and style. They usually provide sample articles—follow the tone of these samples instead of writing randomly. If they ask for "down-to-earth tips", don't submit literary essays; this will greatly increase your acceptance rate.

 

Finally, I want to share a heartfelt thought: I have no special talent—I just had a little more courage to "start". At first, no one read my content, and someone even commented, "You're not cut out for this." But I didn't stop, and gradually I found my rhythm.

 

For ordinary people, making small money isn't about ability—it's about taking action. Don't just save this article after reading it; pick one method and try it today. Even if you only write one submission or post one Xiaohongshu note, you're already ahead of most people who "want to make money but never act". Trust me, as long as you dare to start, you've already won half the battle.