These Are Solid Reasons Why People Should Have a Side Hustle

It’s not just about the money, believe me

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I’ve been doing career coaching for a while now. I would frequently hear stories that sounded similar to these.

• Fulfilling a dream: I have been imagining putting my own business to be rich — but I need a stable job for now to pay the bills.
• Need for money: As a breadwinner, I have a family to send to school and feed, my current salary is not enough to finance our needs. When I apply for progressive jobs, I often get rejected by companies.
• Work your terms: Freelancing is something I want to explore — but I am not good enough.
• Career change: What is the impact if I switch careers? I feel that I no longer have the drive to pursue my existing profession.

The thing that they have in common is that roadblocks are preventing them from acting on their dreams. If they had only known that there are other ways to get to where they want to be, their lives could have turned out differently.

If you want to build your dream business, you don’t have to pull the plug, such as resigning from your job, to put your plans in place. Finding a high-paying job is not the only option if you need more money to supplement your finances. You do not…