One of the smart and unconventional ways to make money that I have seen work many times in my present location is this -
If you are a church person, find one of those new generational churches wey they care more about how you dress, speak, and smell. Join one of their church departments and be committed. Usually, these are the type of churches where "big men" and "big women" go. From there on, you may even easily get in contact with these top dawgs. If you have a proposal, you could shoot tell them and or they may even pick you to handle a contract for them. Also if you now have a skill that they need - graphics designing, event planning, photography and videography they will connect you to their friends and boom you'll start making money.