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business29 days ago•8 min saved

Young Americans Lose Faith in the American Dream, Says Mrs. Dow Jones

Haley Sacks, known as Mrs. Dow Jones, argues the traditional American dream—long tenure at one job, maxing out a 401(k), homeownership, and retirement at 65—has ceased to exist for millennials and Gen Z. She pins it on a broken system, mounting student debt, inflation, AI reshaping entry-level work, and wages not keeping pace with living costs. As a result, younger generations seek time, freedom, and ownership, often pursuing side hustles (and even gambling) for wealth, though she cautions that investing remains the smarter path and warns that the house always wins.

via Business Insider|

#american-dream #business #gen-z

culture3 months ago•8 min saved

Art on a Shoestring: How Great Artists Funded Their Work

An essay on how legendary artists funded their early work through a spectrum of side gigs—ranging from illicit book theft and film pilfering to mushroom collecting and simulated sex performances—arguing that making art often requires practical means and life experience as much as talent.

via The Guardian|

#arts #biography #culture

business6 months ago•1 min saved

Gen Z Embraces Side Hustles and Short-Term Jobs for Retirement Goals

Gen Z is shifting away from quiet quitting towards actively side hustling, with over half engaging in additional work to navigate economic challenges, pursue passions, and redefine success through independence and flexibility, reflecting disillusionment with traditional career paths and leveraging technology to monetize skills.

via Axios|

#business #career-goals #economic-uncertainty

business6 months ago•4 min saved

Will.i.am Advocates for Genuine Work-Life Balance

Will.i.am advocates for a 'dream-reality balance' over traditional work-life balance, emphasizing relentless pursuit of personal visions through extended work hours, even sacrificing celebrations, to materialize innovative ideas and success.

via Fortune|

#business #dream-reality-balance #side-hustles

world1 year ago•6 min saved

Gen Z Faces Tough Job Market, with Few Opportunities for Many

Gen Z is increasingly working multiple jobs and sharing their experiences on TikTok to cope with economic challenges like student debt and high living costs, highlighting a broader trend of financial anxiety and the pursuit of financial independence among young people.

via USA Today|

#economic-reality #financial-anxiety #gen-z

technology2 years ago•3 min saved

"Top High-Paying Tech Skills and Freelance Jobs for Highly Skilled Professionals in 2024"

Tech companies are increasingly turning to freelance talent to address skills gaps and meet industry demands, with a 2024 Fiverr survey revealing that Q3 is the most stressful quarter, prompting 89.7% of tech executives to consider hiring freelancers. In-demand high-paying tech skills for freelancers include data science, data modeling, software development, cloud computing, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML). To stand out, freelancers should focus on developing niche technical skills and consider joining exclusive talent platforms such as Arc, A.Team, Fiverr Pro, Turing, and Toptal.

via Forbes|

#freelance-platforms #freelancers #in-demand

business2 years ago•6 min saved

"5 Future-Proof Side Hustle Ideas for Financial Freedom"

In 2024, traditional jobs are becoming outdated, leading to a surge in side hustles as a means of financial stability. Some of the top remote side hustle ideas include GMAT tutoring, freelance writing, online marketplaces, virtual assistance, flipping items, career coaching, teaching ESOL, online course creation, app development, and bookkeeping. Specialization and market research are crucial for success in these side hustles, as they help individuals stand out in a competitive freelance market.

via Forbes|

#business #career-development #financial-stability

businessemployment2 years ago•3 min saved

"Why 'Stacking Jobs' Could Be the Key to Employment Success"

TikToker Tru Jamaican advocates for "stacking jobs," or working for multiple employers at once, to create a sizable income from home, citing the abundance of work-from-home job opportunities. While some express skepticism and stress about the idea, others admire the hustle and express frustration at the difficulty of landing remote positions. The trend reflects a growing interest in side hustles, likely driven by economic challenges such as high inflation and difficulty in purchasing homes.

via The Daily Dot|

#businessemployment #call-center-jobs #job-stacking

side-hustles2 years ago•2 min saved

"Taskrabbit Stand-up Comic Earns $19/Hour: Zero Special Skills Required"

Stand-up comedian Casey James Salengo has been taking on unique side hustles through Taskrabbit, including delivering a birthday fish, standing in line for a clothing sample sale, and more. He made $19 an hour for the line-standing gig, which he says requires "absolutely zero special skills." Salengo recommends Taskrabbit for anyone looking for easy gigs and suggests getting creative with side hustles, such as house helper, pet sitter, and online focus groups.

via CNBC|

#side-gigs #side-hustles #stand-up-comedian

personal-anecdote2 years ago•3 min saved

Behind the Billboards: The Surprising Truth of Ad Writer's Compensation in NYC

A broke writer in New York City, who was charging $30 per hour for copywriting services, wrote a slogan for a creative agency called Ready Set Rocket. The writer forgot about the project until they stumbled upon their own words on a billboard for Manhattan Mini Storage. Despite being paid only $45 for the 90-minute project, seeing their work displayed on billboards brought them immense joy.

via CNBC|

#billboards #freelancing #new-york-city

entrepreneurship2 years ago•2 min saved

"From Side Hustles to Success: How a 25-Year-Old Entrepreneur Earns $354,000 Monthly"

Steven Schwartz, along with co-founders Cameron Zoub and Jack Sharkey, launched tech marketplace Whop, which brings in approximately $354,000 per month. Schwartz's advice for success is to focus on solving a real problem rather than creating something that no one will use. This approach is echoed by billionaire entrepreneur Mark Cuban, who emphasizes the importance of finding solutions and fixing problems. Schwartz and Zoub had previously built sneaker bots and an IT agency, but it was with Whop that they found both financial success and personal fulfillment. The platform addresses the safety concerns of online software sales and provides a reliable place for Schwartz to continue building and selling new software ideas.

via CNBC|

#entrepreneurship #mark-cuban #problem-solving

personal-finance2 years ago•9 min saved

"Unconventional Side Hustles and the Surprising Financial Reality for High Earners"

Reddit users shared their unusual side hustles for making extra money, including hosting trivia nights, baking fruitcakes, babysitting overnight, participating in mock juries, selling feeder roaches, selling plant cuttings and seedlings, running a flea market booth, joining class action lawsuits, growing hemp and selling CBD products, teaching English online, valet parking, pet sitting, modeling for art classes, selling vintage items, DJing weddings, transcribing audio, odd jobs, assembling furniture, knife sharpening, selling clothing, and refereeing soccer games.

via BuzzFeed|

#extra-income #money-making-ideas #personal-finance

business2 years ago•4 min saved

"The Hidden Earnings Potential and Prevalence of Side Hustles in America"

Many Americans are earning significant amounts of money through online side hustles on platforms like Etsy, Airbnb, TaskRabbit, and Fiverr. However, the downside is that these side hustles can have short shelf lives due to ever-changing algorithms on the platforms. High-earners have reported experiencing impressive highs in profits followed by plateaus or declines, as algorithm shifts can impact their visibility and customer reach. Some have found strategies to stay on top, while others feel powerless on platforms they don't control. The fluctuations in earnings can make it challenging to maintain a stable income, but some individuals have managed to adapt and optimize their gigs to mitigate the impact of algorithm changes.

via CNBC|

#algorithms #business #gig-economy

lifestyle3 years ago•9 min saved

The Death of Hobbies: How Money-Making Side Hustles Take Over

The trend of turning hobbies into side hustles for extra income has become increasingly popular, with platforms like Etsy and Instagram providing opportunities for monetization. However, the pursuit of profit can often lead to stress, burnout, and the loss of joy in the activity. The pressure to make money from hobbies has resulted in a shift away from leisurely enjoyment and towards productivity. While side hustles can provide financial security and independence, the constant grind culture and the blurring of work-life boundaries have taken a toll on individuals' well-being. It is important to find a balance between monetization and preserving the pleasure and wellness benefits that hobbies once provided.

via Business Insider|

#burnout #hobbies #lifestyle

business3 years ago•7 min saved

The Power of Side Hustles: From Passion to Profit.

Ryan, a millennial with a full-time job and two kids, tests side hustles and shares his findings with 100,000 TikTok followers. He recommends user-generated content as a potential side hustle since it can be a low lift. He doesn't recommend trying to start a YouTube channel or voice work if you're looking to make money quickly. Other top side hustles Ryan recommends are hauling junk and being a virtual assistant.

via Business Insider|

#affiliate-marketing #business #side-hustles