Hello, beautiful people from across the lands! The gig economy has truly changed over the past decade. It is not uncommon for full-time workers to have a side hustle or two. There is little to no shame in this game either! We know many of us are earning just enough to get us to the next paycheck. In this post, I talked about important questions to ask yourself before adding a side hustle into your routine. I suggest reviewing that before diving into this post to get help set a solid foundation. After you have clarity on this side hustle journey. How actually will you make money? 

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Research

I can not tell how many side hustles I have tried that have been a complete waste of my time. I’m sorry but online surveys are trash! Spending 25 mins to complete a survey only to get .50 cents is an insult and a waste of my time. Read the reviews, earning potential, and time commitment. No matter what, your time is invaluable and you want to be sure it’s spent wisely. Especially when adding a side hustle in the mix. Which leads to my next point. 

Audit Your Time

What are your working hours? What part of your day is completely free? What days of the week works best to add a side hustle? All questions you want to ask yourself before you commit to a side gig. Doing this allows you to create a routine that assists in being consistent. Maybe 2 hours on Saturday and Sunday are the best days for you to make extra money. Knowing your schedule and time commitments will help in eliminating the stress of adding more work on your plate. 

Get The Hustling

Do not stop with the planning. Allow your goals to keep you motivated and eager to complete. Even when the motivation runs out, keep in mind this is just for a season.

Actions Steps to Take NOW

1st Step: Identify at least two side hustle you want to give a try 

2nd Step: Audit your time, identify what days and times work best to do this side hustle 

3rd Step: Set a date on when you plan to get started

Conclusion

There are so many ways to make money, your options are endless! Your time is precious so be sure to do your research to make sure it is spent on a side hustle that makes dollars!

Audit your time to help set up a game plan of action reducing the stress of becoming overwhelmed and not starting at all.

Last but not least get your hustle on! It’s time to put the rubber to the road and get to this money! You got goals to crush.

Until next time dream, believe, and achieve.

What side hustles have been the most lucrative for you?