If you're seeing this video, then your feed is probably filled with videos about how to make money online, but most of them are nonsense and exist only to sell you something.

@joshtriesit

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Why it worked

The creator uses a 'pattern interrupt' by explicitly stating he is not selling anything, which builds immediate trust in a niche (make-money-online) that is notoriously saturated with scams.

Summary

The creator explains the concept of User Generated Content (UGC) as a legitimate side hustle that doesn't require expensive equipment. He outlines how brands are shifting toward authentic content and provides a basic roadmap for beginners to start finding work.

Structure

1Call out the prevalence of fake money-making schemes
2Define UGC as a legitimate, accessible side hustle
3Explain why brands are shifting to UGC for trust
4Debunk the need for expensive gear
5Provide actionable steps to get started

Call to action

give it a try and drop a follow for more useful content like this

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If you're seeing this video, then your feed is probably filled with videos about how to make money online, but most of them are nonsense and exist only to sell you something. Side Hustle I Wish I Knew About Sooner Stupid Easy $500 A Day $16,000 in the past 4 months AI slop is filling the internet "AI" BRAND NEW UGC KOMI useclip join brands

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UGC is one of the last side hustles that you can start very easily for little to no up front cost, so if you’re looking for some easy side income… this might be your sign to start 👀 #sidehustle #entrepreneur #ugc

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Transcript

If you're seeing this video, then your feed is probably filled with videos about how to make money online, but most of them are nonsense and exist only to sell you something. Well, lucky for you, this is not one of those videos because I'm about to tell you about a real side hustle that actually works and I'm not trying to sell you anything. I've been using this side hustle myself for a while now, and I've made over $16,000 in the past four months with it. And the best part is literally anyone can do it. And chances are, if you're watching this video, then you already have everything you need to get started. The only reason this side hustle exists is because online content is changing. AI slop is filling the internet, you have no idea what's real anymore and you can't trust anything you see. Well, brands are realizing that this is how people feel now and they're understanding that their typical ways of online advertising or celebrity influencer marketing are not as successful as they once were. They need trust and a great way to build that trust is to have regular people like you or me make videos about their product or service, so they're prepared to pay good money to make that happen. It's called UGC, and because brands want it to look as authentic and real as possible, you don't need any fancy camera equipment or editing skills. You literally just need your phone. Sounds great, right? But where do you even start? The easiest way is to make a few videos for services you already use or products you already have around the house. Create an online portfolio and join platforms like these to find brands to work with. And if your videos start doing well, you might find that other brands start reaching out to you directly. It's one of the last side hustles out there that costs nothing and is easy to do, so give it a try and drop a follow for more useful content like this.