Discover how to monetize your social media in 2025
It all started with Solitaire Cash.
You’ve seen the ads. I saw the ads.
“Make money playing Solitaire!”
I thought, “Cool. Easy game, might be a fun way to earn some spare change while watching TV.”
But after trying it, it became crystal clear: the promises were exaggerated and the payout? Not worth the effort.
So instead of wasting time chasing pennies, let’s break down five real ways to make money online—no gimmicks, no gambling, and no hoping your Solitaire tournament opponents are real people.
The Problem with Solitaire Cash (and Games Like It)
Let’s be honest. Unless you’re winning e-sports tournaments or live streaming to thousands, games like Solitaire Cash aren’t going to pay the bills.
They might tease you with a couple of wins early on, but then the red flags show up:
- You need to deposit real money to play
- Every match seems to ask for more
- The “tournaments” feel fake
Even if you’re winning, the payout isn’t much more than a few cents.
You’re better off working a minimum-wage job for an hour.
1. Affiliate Marketing: Recommend Products, Earn Commissions
Affiliate marketing is simply recommending products or services you already use and love—and earning a commission when someone buys.
Why it works:
- No need to create your own product
- You can get started today
- You already recommend things—now you get paid for it
Perfect for: content creators, bloggers, YouTubers, or anyone who enjoys helping people make decisions.
Pro tip: Recommend tools you actually use and give real results.
2. Selling Digital Products: Create Once, Sell Forever
Think planners, templates, cheat sheets, mini-courses, or dashboards like my Execution Planner.
Why I love it:
- You make it once, sell it over and over
- No inventory, no shipping
- High profit margins
Perfect for: anyone with niche knowledge or skills.
Quick tip: Don’t overthink your first product. Give yourself a weekend.
Friday: Outline it
Saturday: Build it
Sunday: Launch it
3. Content Creation: Document, Don’t Overthink
You’re already online. Might as well get paid for it.
Start making short videos or posts about what you’re learning, trying, or reacting to.
Types of content to try:
- Reaction videos
- Tutorials
- Personal journeys
Remember: Content builds trust. Trust builds income.
Use tools like ChatGPT or DeepSeek to help with ideas, but bring your own voice to the table.
4. White-Label SaaS: Rent Out Digital Real Estate
Instead of building software from scratch, you can resell someone else’s software under your own brand.
I white-label GoHighLevel and sell it as a recurring revenue product.
Why it works:
- Predictable monthly income
- No need to code
- Scalable with minimal support
Perfect for: marketers, consultants, or creators with a niche audience.
5. Online Memberships: Build a Community, Get Paid Monthly
Turn your knowledge into a recurring revenue stream with a membership.
You can include:
- Group coaching
- Q&A sessions
- Resource libraries
- Accountability groups
Why it works:
- Monthly recurring income
- High engagement and loyalty
- Easier to upsell premium offers
Platforms like Skool, Circle, or even a private Facebook group work great.
Avoid These Beginner Mistakes
- Trying everything at once – Pick one method and go deep.
- Expecting overnight results – Consistency > intensity.
- Creating without a plan – Know how it will make money first.
- Over-relying on AI tools – Use them as a support, not a substitute.
Final Thoughts
Solitaire Cash was a fun distraction—but it’s not a business.
These five methods? They work. I use them. My students use them. And they’re how people are actually making $1,000, $5,000, and even $10,000/month online.
✅ Pick one.
✅ Take messy action.
✅ Stay consistent.
Want to Take Action Faster?
Grab my Execution Dashboard—the same system I use to turn half-baked ideas into cash-generating offers.