The Three Purposes of Working Online
Credibility
We must mention the diversified impact that “working” in itself can have on people’s lives, including studies challenging the dominant logics of ableism and pointing towards work’s potential to reconstruct a sense of identity.4 In line with this concept, we discuss online income techniques with three interrelated purposes: first, to discover a newfound self-occupation; second, to join different communities; and only third, to pursue income.
Earning is, without a doubt, going to take precedence for many. We don’t want to diminish the importance of earning in any way, but rather to provide a stronger foundation for it. This is why we begin by describing work in terms of its ability to occupy oneself valuably, in a way that one can find the endeavor feasible to carry out on a regular basis and for a long time, then its potential to share that experience with others in communities (which is often highlighted as the key positive factor for people going through life’s challenges5), and lastly, its potential to generate income for the clear benefits of that. Based on our personal experience, we are the most fortunate if we can tap into all three benefits of working, and we therefore want to teach online income techniques as a tool, first and foremost, to help others pursue such a combined purpose on their own.
As you’ll see, our teaching considers the workplace, and employment in general, still the most secure occupation for most people and studying online income techniques should ideally be pursued parallel to your current occupation, not instead, as earning as an entrepreneur is never guaranteed. Employment also provides the opportunity to be in a real-life community by nature. The grand purpose, if you will, of all of this is to learn new skills through which we can thereafter connect even better with others, let it be our workplace or somewhere new, because this is the true harmony between the digital and the physical that our societies are looking to preserve.6
Note: Lynnaider’s teachings also aim to support learners in the most cost-effective way possible. Where relevant, attention has been given to highlighting routes that require little or no money to set up. For most techniques, at least one free or low-cost starting point exists. Small costs have a way of adding up, even if they seem small independently, and therefore it is generally wiser to begin with whatever free option is available and move to a paid version only when there is a solid need to do so.
Frequently asked questions
Why does Lynnaider put income third instead of first?
Because self-occupation and community are far more within reach than income, especially at the start. Placing income third gives it a stronger foundation to sit on, rather than making it the sole test of whether the journey is worth it.
Should I quit my job to pursue online income techniques?
No. Lynnaider considers employment still the most secure occupation for most people. The teaching is meant to be pursued in parallel with a current job, not instead of it, because earning as an entrepreneur is never guaranteed.
Can work really change my sense of identity?
Research suggests it can. Working, and being able to work, plays a central role in most people’s lives and often reconstructs a sense of self, particularly for those who have been excluded from traditional labour arrangements.
What does community mean in this context?
Both the community you already belong to, such as your workplace, and the new communities you can join or rejoin thanks to the skills you develop. Digital work does not have to be isolating.
Do I need money to start?
Not necessarily. Most techniques have at least one free or low-cost starting point. Small costs add up quickly, so beginning with what is free and only paying when a real need appears is usually the wiser path.
Is it possible to have all three purposes at once?
Yes, and that is the most fortunate outcome. Self-occupation, community, and income all together is the fullest version of what work can offer. The teaching is built to help you pursue all three in combination.
References
4. Boellstorff T. The opportunity to contribute: Disability and the digital entrepreneur. Information, Communication & Society. 2019;22(4):474-490.
5. Holt-Lunstad J. Social connection as a critical factor for mental and physical health: The evidence. Lancet Public Health. 2024.
6. Hoyos Guevara, A.J., Terra, D.M., Portes, J.H., Silva, J.L.H., Magalhaes, K.A. (2020), ‘A Ranking of Countries Concerning Progress Towards a Society 5.0’, Journal on Innovation and Sustainability, 11(4), pp 188-199. Available at DOI: 10.23925/2179-3565.2020v11i4p188-199
Disclaimer: This article is for general informational purposes only and should not be regarded as legal, tax, or business advice. Pursuing an online business does not guarantee income; results depend on many factors including the business environment, individual effort, skills, and consistency. Some links on this site may allow Lynnaider to earn a commission at no additional cost to the reader.