Use your preferred search engine to find a list of online literary journals. Weed through the various websites your search produces to find online journals that pay for approved submissions. Skim each website prior to submitting your poems to get a feel for the style of poetry that is published through that literary journal, and determine whether your work is likely to get approved. Be aware that many online literary journals require a submission fee and might be very selective of the poems they publish.
Perform an online search for poetry contests that offer a monetary reward. Look for contests that best match your writing style, and submit poems that best fulfill the guidelines of each poetry contest. Include any required submission fees, or your poems likely will be rejected before being read by the judges. Poetry contests that have lower submission rates offer the best chances of winning and receiving payment for your poetry.
Write a collection of poetry and publish your work as an electronic book. Group and market your poetry according to a certain theme or style. Ideally, your electronic book should have at least 25 poems and be priced fairly and competitively. Sell your online poetry collections through places that sell electronic reading devices, such as Amazon and Barnes & Noble, and advertise your electronic book on such places as your own website or through social media outlets.
Print individual poems on thick cardstock in complementary fonts and colors, and have the poems framed. Take quality pictures of your work and sell your framed poems online through a personalized website or your own storefront on an online marketplace, such as Etsy or deviantArt. You also may use online vendors to create poster prints, greeting cards or even items such as mugs that display your poetry. Remember that it takes money and effort to market any items you make and to acquire a steady stream of customers. Enlist the help of social media and word of mouth to bring awareness to your work.