How To Find A Side Hustle That You'll Actually Love

How To Find A Side Hustle That You'll Actually Love

Hello Friends,

This morning I was sitting in a coffee shop with a good friend of mine. We were talking about selling on Amazon. It is a good side hustle for sure, and for some, a full - time gig... but the idea of a side hustle... it is unique. Its fun. And, why not? So today, let's talk about the Side Hustle a bit.
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So you’ve given your 9 to 5 a shot, and it hasn’t panned out. Or maybe you just need a little extra cash. Or maybe you’re just looking for something to help you branch out and explore a new passion.

Whatever the case may be, you need a side gig. But where do you start? Unfortunately, the answer is not as simple as just going out and looking for one. In order to find the right side gig, you need to know what you’re looking for, or at lest I think so. There are plenty of opportunities, but some side gigs are better than others.

Here are some tips on how to find a side gig that you’ll actually love.

Figure out what you want to get out of a side gig

This might sound silly, but you need to know what you’re looking for. In order to find the right side gig, you have to be picky. No, not picky like you don’t like any side gigs, but picky like you know what you’re looking for. If you don’t know what you want, then it will be really difficult to find it.

As you’re scouring online job boards, networking with your friends, and searching through job postings in your community, don’t just look at the job description. Think about what you want out of a side gig. Is it something that will help you learn new skills? Is it something that will give you freedom to work remotely? Is it something that will let you have a flexible schedule? Once you’ve figured out what you’re looking for, you’ll be in a better position to find the right side gig.

Your search will be much more targeted.

Ditch the obvious

Once you’ve figured out what you’re looking for, the next step is to ditch the obvious. All the online job boards, career websites, and magazines are full of jobs that are really, really, obvious. You know, like sales associate at Walmart, full-time assistant at a law firm, and so on. These are the jobs you can do with the skills you have right now, but they don’t stretch you. They don’t help you grow as a person. They don’t let you try something new. They don’t give you flexibility. So once you’ve figured out what you’re looking for, ditch the obvious. Read through job postings that are way outside your current skill set. Eliminate any that are way too close to what you’re already doing.

Once you’ve whittled your list down, you’re ready to start exploring.

Don’t forget about your networks

If you’ve ever thought about starting your own side hustle, you’re not alone. There are millions of people around the world who are looking for the right opportunity (Even here on Hive), but don’t know how to find it. And there are millions of those people who are also in your networks, who you might be able to tap into.

For example, if you’re around your relatives who own a business, think about what you could offer them. Maybe your aunt teaches yoga, or your uncle owns a construction company. Maybe they know people who are looking for a yoga teacher, or need a construction company. Think about your friends. Your friends are a goldmine of opportunities. Ask them what they do, and then see if they can help you find a viable opportunity.

Make sure the gig will align with your goals and values

The more you know about the type of opportunities you want to explore, the better. As you’re exploring side gigs, think about what you want out of a job. Once you know that, it will be much easier to pick a gig that fits your values and goals.

• What are your values?

• What are you looking for in a job?

If you’re looking for something flexible, make sure it’s flexible with your schedule. If you want to work from home, make sure it allows you to do so. If your ideal gig has a salary, make sure it’s worth the extra effort.

Once you have an idea of what you’re looking for, it will be much easier to identify a gig that fits the bill. And once you do, you’ll be that much closer to finding the right side gig.

Avoid scams

It can be difficult to spot the right opportunity from the start, but one thing you should never do is accept a gig just for the sake of having a gig. Even if the opportunity sounds like a great fit, you should never take a gig just for the sake of having a gig.

The reason is simple: if it’s a side gig, then you don’t need it. And if it’s not necessary for your goals and values, then it’s an unnecessary distraction. You don’t need a distraction if you don’t need it. So before you accept a gig, ask yourself: do I need this? If the answer is no, then you don’t need it. And if you do, there are plenty of other opportunities that deserve your attention.

Make sure the gig will work for you

Yes, you read that right. Your side gigs need to work for you.

First, think about whether the gig is something you're actually interested in or if it's just something that sounds like it could be profitable. There's no point in taking on a side hustle that you're not going to enjoy - after all, you're doing it in your spare time! Second, make sure you're realistic about how much time you can dedicate to the gig.

Conclusion

There are a lot of different ways that you can find a side hustle that you'll actually love. You can start by thinking about the things that you're passionate about and then finding a way to monetize those passions. You can also look for opportunities to use your skills and talents to make some extra money. And finally, you can always just explore your options and see what's out there. Whatever you decide to do, just make sure that you're doing something that you'll enjoy so that you can stick with it and be successful.

What are your thoughts about the Side Hustle?

• Do you have a side Hustle?

• Is Hive your side hustle?

• Do you have time for a side hustle?

THanks for reading!