Introduction
Are you looking for a side hustle that can get you closer to that comfortable lifestyle you dream of? As a corporate employee, it is hard to manage finances when you have bills to pay. The joy of payday lasts only a couple of days before we start to make ends meet for the entire month.
Everything seems to cost so much! Why is grocery shopping making us cry? Been there, too? I get your struggle with this crazy inflation, bestie! But don’t worry, I’ve got your back.
Earning those extra bucks with a side hustle without hampering your primary profession is easy. The bonus is that it does not make you feel overworked, either!
So, are you ready to find different ways to help you live comfortably? Read on!
What Is A Side Hustle? Can I Get In Trouble?
Let me brief you if you are hearing the word for the first time. A side hustle is something that you do on the “side.” This implies an activity that you do besides your corporate job.
It may be a hobby you are monetizing or something different from your professional role. There’s no limit! Use your authoritative leadership to guide your finances to a better place.
Don’t confuse it with moonlighting, which usually leads to a decrease in the quality of work in your primary job. Moonlighting is quite different from side hustles as the former is something you do secretly and as a night shift (thus, the jargon.)
A side hustle does not have to be a secret; you can even profit from your colleagues! So, you will not break any organizational rules while earning through your side hustle.
Hustle has different meanings, but in this context, we’re focusing on its conjugation with “side.” Here, you perform an activity or work as an income supplement to your primary job.
A side hustle can be something you have always been doing or learning a new skill to make that moolah. So, are you ready to get ideas for your side hustle?
Why Do I Need A Side Hustle?
I mean, no one is forcing you to start a side hustle. It’s not “enlisting for your country” mandatory. This article is for those looking to make extra money to pursue different interests that need financial freedom.
As corporate employees, we’re all prioritizing different things in our lives. From buying a house to providing a life of comfort to our families. The needs have become a black hole for our paychecks, making our salaries look measly!
A side hustle is also a great idea for remote employees who may want to use their spare time. Office-going employees are recovering from the commute, so they usually prefer pursuing their side hustle on the weekends. But where there’s a will, there’s a way.
And TBH, no one wants to feel financially dependent despite being employed. It just does not feel right, right? So, if any of this resonates with you, side hustles will be your thing! You aren’t just being a faithful employee, but also keeping yourself healthy.
How exactly is that happening? The mental peace financial freedom brings is irreplaceable. With a ‘happy’ mind, you can perform well in every aspect of your life – professional success comes easy.
Let’s dive right into the top 5 ideas with which you can start your side hustles. Let’s get hustlin’.
Top 5 Ideas for A Side Hustle You Must Try as a Corporate Employee
A side hustle does not sound bad at all, right? Who does not love the security that savings can give you? Here is a list of my favorite creative ideas for a side hustle that will not make you feel drained:
1. Renting out your things
This is one of the easiest ways to earn extra money. You just need to have things in great condition and those that sit idly. Of course, make sure it is not used for personal hygiene. This will be the easiest way to get an infection and get gross.
Think of hair tools – blow dryer, curling iron, straightener, hair steaming device. There are so many things that you can give out on rent. You can even rent clothes that you may not have worn a lot.
Tuxedo, which you wore at your sibling’s wedding, or the bridesmaid dress waiting in your closet (27 dresses, anyone?)
2. Teach a language
Most of us are multilingual, and this is coming from someone who knows five languages. Was that a subtle flex? Yes! Language should not be a barrier for anyone trying to live their life. You can help someone learn a new language.
For example, if you are a native, you can help a foreigner learn the basics. This will help them get around and not get duped by cunning locals.
3. Rideshare
This is probably one of the easiest side hustles you can do if you own a personal vehicle. The profit increases depending on the type of vehicle you own. A car will help you make more money than a rideshare on a bike.
You can post about the service you’re willing to offer on your social media and align the timing with your office time. There are apps for such services, too! But you can bypass their app charge by doing it independently.
The downside of this side hustle is that you must have a vehicle and be an office-going employee.
Think of it as freelance workforce management but for ferrying employees.
4. Make something and sell it.
If you have a hobby that results in creating something, you can monetize this skill! From making websites, blogs, and presentations to home decor items and gift hampers, there’s no limit.
If you have culinary skills, you can even use them to make extra money. From office parties to helping a neighbor, there are endless possibilities.
5. Walk pets/Pet-sit
This is the best option if you are a pet lover! This will help you get your steps in while spending time in nature with a furry friend! I’m confident that a pet parent feels guilty of not sharing enough time with their pets in this busy race of life.
Unless it’s the weekend, a pet parent may be unable to spend enough time with their pets, resulting in neglect in most cases. This way, you’re not just making extra money. You are also helping helpless animals feel less lonely.
Wrapping It Up!
These were my top 5 choices of side hustle that a corporate employee can easily pursue. These do not require any secrecy or extra investment and will make you feel better.
Which one will you start? Tell us in the comments below!