What gig have you tried to earn excess cash ?

The cost of living is high, andmore people are working multiple jobsto cover their expenses; according to Market Watch, based on data from theBureau of Labor Statistics, over 8.1 million people — 5.1% of the total employed population — are working more than one job this year.

So, we want to hear from you: if you’ve taken on a second job or extra work to make ends meet, what have you done?

Like, maybe you started working part-time at a local coffee shop, and you find that it’s been low-stress, fun, and a very manageable second job.

Perhaps you started a side gig as a driver for a ride-sharing service, or you’ve started delivering food orders or groceries — and you can talk about what it’s like behind the scenes.

Maybe you’ve started freelancing on the side, using a creative skill like writing, photography, or graphic design.

Or perhaps you’ve tried offering other local services, like babysitting or tutoring, and you want to share your experience.

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What gigs have you tried to earn extra cash?

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