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Why Do Boomers and Gen X Want Side Gigs?
Wondering the reasons older generations are running side hustles in addition to full-time jobs or in lieu of them?
Asurvey by U.S. Government of Accountabilityfound that older Americans had significantly more debt in 2016 than in 1989.
Workers over 55 make up around 3.8% of the global online gig workforce, according toestimates from 2023.
How Much Money Are They Making?
How much are people over age 50 earning from side hustles?
The survey of 3,000 retirees engaging in golden gigs found that that theretiree side hustleeconomy is a booming one.
Gig workers in the five highest-earning states brought in between $460 and $825 per month.
Running a successful side gig takes planning and managing your time effectively.
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