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EPISODE · Jun 9, 2026 · 9 MIN

How a Side Hustler Makes 6000 Monthly as a UX Writer

from The Side Hustle Podcast with Fexingo: Part-Time Businesses, Passion Projects, and Extra Income · host Fexingo

In this episode of The Side Hustle Podcast, Lucas and Luna dive into the growing niche of UX writing as a side hustle. They interview Sarah Chen, a former marketing copywriter who now earns $6,000 per month writing microcopy for apps and websites. Discover how she landed her first client on Upwork, why UX writing pays more than traditional copywriting, and the specific skills that command higher rates. The hosts discuss the difference between UX writing and content writing, the importance of understanding user flows, and how to build a portfolio with spec work. Sarah shares her strategy for pricing per project rather than per hour, and how she uses her day job as a product manager to sharpen her UX instincts. Whether you're a writer looking to pivot or a designer wanting to add a lucrative skill, this episode offers a concrete roadmap to breaking into a field where companies are willing to pay $50–$100 per hour for clear, user-friendly text. #SideHustle #UXWriting #FreelanceWriting #Microcopy #ContentStrategy #UserExperience #Copywriting #Upwork #PassionProject #ExtraIncome #Business #FexingoBusiness #BusinessPodcast #SideHustlePodcast #UXWriter #FreelanceIncome #PartTimeBusiness #WritingTips Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo

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