Many people believe that increasing their income requires working longer hours or taking on a second full-time job. But according to Andreas Jones, founder of KindaFrugal.com, strategic time management and focused effort can help you boost your earnings significantly—all within just five hours a day. Today, we discuss his approach to income growth, the best side hustles, and how to make the most of your limited time.
Andreas, you suggest that people can increase their income with just five hours a day. How does this approach work?
Andreas Jones: Many people waste valuable time throughout the day—scrolling through social media, binge-watching TV, or simply feeling stuck. But if you dedicate just five hours daily to high-value income-generating activities, you can build a side hustle, grow a business, or even increase earnings from your primary job.
The key is to prioritize tasks that create the most financial impact—whether that’s freelancing, running an online business, or improving your skillset to command higher pay.
What are some of the most effective ways people can use their five hours to increase their income?
Andreas Jones: There are plenty of options depending on your skills and interests. Here are some of the best:
- Freelancing – Platforms like Upwork and Fiverr offer opportunities in writing, design, and marketing.
- E-commerce & Dropshipping – Selling products on Etsy, eBay, or Amazon can be highly profitable.
- Stock Photography & Print-on-Demand – Turning creative skills into passive income streams.
- Online Tutoring & Teaching – Websites like VIPKid and Teachable allow you to monetize your expertise.
- Affiliate Marketing & Blogging – Creating valuable content and earning commissions from sales.
If you dedicate five focused hours a day to any of these, you’ll see noticeable financial growth over time.
What advice do you have for those who want to increase their income but already have a demanding job?
Andreas Jones: The trick is to optimize your schedule. Even if you have a full-time job, you can:
- Wake up earlier or carve out time before work.
- Use your lunch break for productive tasks.
- Replace passive screen time with income-generating activities.
- Batch tasks to maximize efficiency (e.g., writing multiple blog posts in one session).
- Outsource when possible to free up time for high-impact work.
By working smarter, not harder, you can significantly increase your earnings without burnout.
What mindset changes are necessary to succeed in increasing income?
Andreas Jones: Many people think making more money requires working more hours, but in reality, it’s about working the right way. Key mindset shifts include:
- Focusing on value creation – Solve problems, and people will pay for solutions.
- Treating your time like an investment – If you waste hours, you waste money.
- Being consistent – A few hours daily adds up to massive results over time.
Once you shift from trading time for money to building assets and skills, income growth becomes much easier.
If someone wants to start today, what’s the first step?
Andreas Jones: The first step is to analyze how you currently spend your time and identify 5 hours you can dedicate to income growth. Then, choose one high-potential side hustle and commit to it daily. Even small, consistent actions will lead to big financial improvements.
Where can readers find more of your financial growth strategies?
Andreas Jones: You can find me at www.KindaFrugal.com, www.WellandWealthy.org, and on Instagram at @kindafrugal.
Thank you, Andreas, for these actionable insights! Increasing income doesn’t require burnout or exhaustion—with the right focus, just five hours a day can lead to long-term financial success.