Should I start a side hustle?
10 questions about your time, skills, energy and goals tell you if you're ready to start a side hustle, and how to make it work.
š Question 1 of 10
How much free time do you have each week?
How it works
Answer 10 quick questions about your situation. Each answer nudges the result one way or the other, and some are dealbreakers on their own. You get one of three verdicts, the reasons from your own answers, and practical tips. Everything is worked out in your browser: your answers are never sent to us.
What could the result be?
- š Yes, start your side hustle: You have the time, the skills and the drive. Start small, find your first paying customer quickly, and build from there.
- š¤ Maybe: start very small: A side hustle could work for you, but a few things could hold you back. Try a tiny, low-cost version first, like one paid job for a friend, and see how it feels.
- ā³ Not right now: Now isn't the best time for a side hustle. Protect your time and energy, and keep a list of ideas for when things calm down.
Tips
- Get your first paying customer before you spend money on a website or logo.
- Set aside some of what you earn for tax.
- Block out fixed hours each week, and protect your rest.
- Check your employment contract for any rules on outside work.