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But what if its actuallycosting you morethan its giving back?
This surge signals a growing hustle culture, but that doesnt mean every side gig is a good one.
You Hate Your Side Hustle
Turns out, loving what you do or even liking it matters.
That applies to side gigs, too.
If you hate your side gig, you probably picked the wrong one.
Generally speaking, its best not to devote your time to something you hate, Musson said.
If youre going to put in the extra hours, ensure its both profitable and at least somewhat enjoyable.
Your Side Hustle Is Affecting Your Health
As the saying goes, health is wealth.
That means even a financially profitable side hustle can be a bad fit if it negatively impacts your health.
If it adds to your stress, you oughta seriously consider if its a good idea to continue.
The point of a side hustle is to add to your current income, not jeopardize it.
That can only lead to trouble.
confirm your hustle stays in its lane ideally outside of your 9-to-5.
Call it work-work balance.
Kullberg notes that a walk outdoors could actually help youavoid burnoutandearn some extra cash.
Choose a side gig that adds variety to your life, not more of the same stress.
If it doesnt, you might want to reconsider.
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