Your List of Remote Job Leads + More For Friday, May 16th
 
Good morning! Here are your remote job updates for today. 
 
Want Your Own Online Store? If you’ve ever thought about starting your own online store, Shopify makes it way easier (and cheaper) than you’d expect. 
 
You don’t need tech skills, a warehouse, or even a big budget—just a product (or idea) and a few clicks to get going. It’s beginner-friendly, super simple to set up, and costs less than dinner out to get started. 
 
If you’ve been waiting for the “right time,” this might be it.
 
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Easy Upwork Tasks That Don’t Take Much Brainpower – See simple freelance jobs on Upwork that almost anyone can do, even with no special skills. Perfect for earning extra cash when you’re short on time or energy.
 
How to Earn Money From Focus Groups – Learn how regular people are getting paid to share their opinions in online and in-person focus groups. A fun, flexible way to make extra cash with no special experience needed.
 
Work at Home Jobs That Pay $60,000 a Year or More – Find high-paying remote jobs that offer serious income without the commute. Great for experienced professionals ready to earn well while working from home.
 
31 Different Ways to Make Money On Instagram - It may not seem like it on the surface, but there are a ton of ways to profit from Instagram. 
 
Work at Home Jobs Where You Set Your Own Schedule – Check out remote jobs that let you work when it’s best for you, not someone else. Great for parents, students, and anyone who needs flexibility without giving up income.
 
10 Lesser-Known Job Boards for Remote Work – Find hidden gems where real remote jobs get posted regularly, not just the ones everyone already knows about. A smart option for job seekers who want less competition and better chances of getting hired.
 
New Remote Jobs Open Now
 
Holland America Line – Personal Cruise Consultant. Remote U.S. Full-time. Make outbound sales calls to guests interested in Holland America cruises, manage a personal book of business, and convert leads into bookings. Must provide exceptional, relationship-based service while meeting sales targets through phone and email. Requires strong sales skills, multitasking ability, time management, and proficiency in written and verbal communication. Prior experience with Excel, Outlook, and CRM tools preferred. Includes 10–12 weeks of paid training. Base pay of $15/hour plus uncapped commissions; first-year earnings typically $50K–$80K+. One weekend day per week required. High-speed wired internet (50 Mbps down / 12 Mbps up) is required.
 
Beyond Finance – Client Retention Specialist. Remote U.S. Full-time. Handle inbound calls from clients enrolled in debt relief programs. Educate and assist clients experiencing financial hardship, de-escalate concerns, and encourage program retention. Must meet retention goals, maintain accurate CRM records, and deliver best-in-class service. Requires prior experience in retention, sales, or collections; high school diploma or equivalent; strong communication and negotiation skills; CRM proficiency; and ability to manage high call volumes. Base pay $19–$20/hour plus commissions. Must have quiet workspace, reliable internet, and be available for weekend shifts.
 
Brightwheel – Customer Support Advocate (Temporary). Remote U.S. Part-time (3-month contract). Handle high volumes of support tickets via email and chat, using macros and structured workflows to resolve common issues for parents, teachers, and school directors. Triage complex requests to appropriate teams. Must have at least 1 year of customer service experience, strong written communication skills, attention to detail, and comfort with CRM tools. Education industry experience is a plus. Pay is $22.12/hour. Must be available to work a reliable schedule during the 3-month period.
 
Respondent – Research Study Participant. Remote (U.S. and worldwide). Flexible, part-time. Get paid to share your opinions in paid online and in-person research studies for major brands. Create a profile, get matched with studies, apply, and receive compensation after participation. Average payout is $75 per study, with some paying significantly more. Payments made via PayPal. No special experience needed—just your honest feedback. Earn extra cash from home and get rewarded for your insights. Invite friends and earn referral bonuses up to $50 per person.
 
Carnival – Personal Vacation Planner Agent (Remote, FL/GA/TX/NC only). Full-time. Make outbound sales calls to past guests, warm leads, and prospects to sell cruise packages. Build customer relationships, manage CRM data, and meet monthly sales targets. Must have 1+ year of proven sales experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced, goal-driven environment. Initial training is Mon–Fri, 9–6 EST; post-training schedule is Mon–Thu, 10–7 EST and Fri, 9–6 EST with some Saturdays required. Pay starts at $15/hr with incentives; average earnings $65k–$70k/year, top performers earn $100k+. Must reside in FL, GA, TX, or NC.
 
CrowdGen – English Phonemic Transcription Specialist. Remote (US only). Independent contractor, project-based. Perform phonetic annotation and transcribe data using X-SAMPA for music and entertainment-related content. Requires a bachelor’s degree in linguistics or related field, native-level American English fluency, and expertise in phonemic transcription. Must have strong attention to detail and be comfortable with nuanced, creative content. Interest in music trends and prior experience with complex linguistic material preferred. Pays $25/hour.
 
Augmented Experts - Industry Experts. As an industry expert, you review content and provide personal insight based on your experiences. Requires a minimum of 5 years working at a managerial level or higher and a LinkedIn™ profile showcasing your expertise, 500 connections, USA location. They estimate about 30 minutes of your time per content asset reviewed. Set your own rates.
 
5 Surveys - Survey Respondents. A newish-to-me survey panel. Decent reviews on Survey Police so far. May be one to try if you enjoy survey panels. You complete five surveys, and earn $5. Cash outs are available to you with methods like Paypal, Venmo, and bank transfer.
 
Curated - Experts. Work from anywhere. Part-time. You will make money for each conversation with a shopper and get a fixed percentage commission for all purchases, regardless of brand. Customers can also leave tips, and do so for around 80% of purchases! Payroll takes place twice a month.
 
Intuit – Seasonal Tax Expert. Remote (Canada only). Assist TurboTax clients with preparing and filing personal tax returns, answering tax questions, and offering expert guidance. Requires 3+ years of professional tax prep experience with 125+ returns per season, active CRA RepID, and knowledge of Canadian tax topics including self-employment, rental, foreign income, and investments. Quebec tax experience is a plus. Flexible scheduling, free equipment, product discounts, and opportunities to return each season.
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The job leads above were hand-selected. While I'm extremely careful about what leads I post, I'm not able to guarantee legitimacy. Mistakes are always possible. I ask that you do your due diligence and thoroughly research anything you're interested in before submitting an application.
 
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