How Side Hustles Are Redefining Careers and Shaping the Future of Work

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Side hustles are here to stay. In 2024, 36% of American adults have a side hustle, with an average of $891 a month in earnings, a 10% increase from 2023 to 2024.

But side hustles are more than just a way to pocket some extra cash — they are an onramp to the increasingly independent workforce and freelance career path. In my last article, I broke down recent data from MBO Partners showing that 27.7 million individuals in the U.S. are full-time independent workers. A number that has doubled since 2020. This steady growth highlights a lasting shift, persisting despite widespread

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