Benefits of Having a Side Hustle

With the increase of student loan debt and the cost of living, more than 44 million Americans have taken up a side hustle (Bankrate.com). While the prospect of making an additional income is one of the top reasons to take on a side hustle, there are plenty of other benefits that come with it as well.

It’s empowering.
Taking on a side hustle forces you to step outside your comfort zone. You may discover that you have a knack for a particular skill that you never knew you had. These new skills may even benefit you in your day job, and if you’re unhappy in your day job, they may even help you transition to something more fulfilling. Remember, it’s never too late to learn something new or to reinvent yourself.

You’ll meet new people.
Taking on a side hustle opens up an entirely new network of people. If you’re new to an area and having difficulty meeting people, or just having a hard time making new friends as an adult (which is very real), a side hustle is a great way to meet people with similar interests.

You may start to like your day job more.
If you’re currently unhappy with your day job, having a side hustle may make it easier to roll with the punches of a typical 9 to 5. Knowing that you’re working towards your own goals and not just the goals of the company you work for may make sitting through hour-long department meetings more tolerable.

It’ll force you to prioritize what’s important.
While having a side hustle can help you earn additional income and grow as an individual, it is no doubt time-consuming. Consequently, you’ll have to be smart about how you utilize your free time. Whether it’s spending more time with family and friends, exercising, taking time for self-care, having a side hustle will help you figure out what’s important.

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