I know that this isn't a typical question for HN since most people are either programmers or at least aspiring programmers.

I am however a HN reader for a year or so and, what can I say it's a great site.

One thing that's been bugging me for a long while though is that I wanted to start freelancing for a long while now but didn't have to until now. Right now I'm in a bit of a financial tight spot and I'd like to earn something on the side.

The problem I've always had though is that I don't have any specific skills that I could "sell". I'm not a programmer or designer or any other specific job title that I can come up with.

I am one of those typical geeks without a cause. I like technology I like messing with it and I have a lot of general knowledge about the IT world but nothing specific.

I am really good at solving general tech related problems, finding solutions to problems and things like that.

Right now I'm at a difficult point, money is kinda tight right now and earning something on the side would really be helpful but I'm not sure what I could do with my current skill set. On the other hand if I start learning some skill right now it would probably take a few months, in the very least, until I'm good at it and can start offering it as a service.

I hope that this sort of question is allowed on here, I've taken a look at the rules and I have often seen "how do I start freelancing" types of questions here so hopefully I didn't break any rules.

If anyone can offer some advice I'd really appreciate it.

Thanks Antonio