In today’s inflationary environment, many Americans are struggling to make ends meet, so they are taking on extra work to keep up with the growing cost of living, a new survey finds.
According to a study by Insuranks.com, 93 percent of working Americans have a side hustle, clocking in 13 more hours per week. More than half (51 percent) revealed that they are presently thinking about starting another form of employment. Some of the most common side gigs include taking online surveys, selling new and used items online, doing freelance work, and working a part-time job.
The poll, conducted with 1,000 full- and part-time employed Americans, noted that 44 percent say the side hustle is to make ends meet and cover their bills. Twenty-eight percent noted that they are completing extra work because inflation is sending costs higher, while 26 percent want to pay off their debt faster….