Everyone Needs A Side Hustle

Welcome Back Friends,

Today we are all going to take an introspective view at a vital part of our very existence. I don't care if you haven't taken an iota of interest in any of my past work. This is one to grow on. I know what you're thinking - "I come to this place as a vacation from the real world and now this dude thinks he's some sort of deep philosopher". Well screw you....Ok, that was harsh. As a matter of fact, you are right. I can be an butt-head most times, but somebody has gotta do it. This world can eat you alive. Sometimes, you need to hear "the real" from a mo-fo like me...And admit it, my incessant rants usually have some substance buried down deep. Right? Thanks for the compliment. These are uncertain financial times. KRIS THE CRITIC is about to explore what is affectionately called "The Side Hustle"

Today's lesson is about the almighty dollar. Now, before any religious zealots get on their high horse, I'm shooting the horse in the leg. Money is not the root of all evil. Evil people are...Ok, religion class is over. Seriously, I am simply saying most material things we desire i.e. school, vacations, family, drinking, cars, clothes require moola. Long gone are the days we can work, raise a family, retire and live happily ever after without much worry. This blog is for everyone from my minimum wage brothers and sisters to my six-figure so-called ballers. We need to plan for the future people. Now don't get all sad thinking about all the savings you don't have or all the money you've "tricked-off" in your life....Ding! Ding! Ding! - For those not familiar with urban lingo, to trick off means to waste. That's your word of the week. Now go practice it among your friends. They'll think you are really cool. Ok, back to the matter at hand. Here just a few ways you can up your financial status if you lack the brains and capital to launch the next Facebook or Google.

Sell some old "stuff" - The digital world is filled with people who value old crap at cheap prices. The internet has made it possible to have the entire world come to your garage sale. While you're at it, ask friends for stuff they don't want and sell it...Don't be ashamed, everyone respects a side gig.

Make a drink - Instead of always being the bar fly, get paid for making cocktails for your fellow pub patrons. Invite all your friends, get them super tipsy and cha-ching! Bartenders also get to sip a few freebies. Hmmm, I think this is the side hustle for yours truly.

Watch some rugrats - For those of you not on any sex offender list, this one is a winner. You don't have to be super smart either. As long as you can play an Elmo DVD, prepare some food, and recognize if a kid isn't breathing - you can do this. There are no lack of employment opportunities here either. Every parent could always use a reliable baby-sitter from time to time.

Write a blog - All you have to do to make tons of money is &#*Q#)&$&@)Q)*#* - Oops. Sorry folks, This is the official side hustle of KRIS THE CRITIC. Until I've become a millionaire entertaining you guys I can't give away the secret (insert expletives here).

Charge people for your hobbies - For those of you who have real tangible skills i.e. taxes, hair, cooking, etc...LET PEOPLE KNOW YOU ARE HAPPY TO PROVIDE YOUR SERVICES FOR A FAIR FEE. Learn to tell friends and relatives that you will be pimped no more. Hmmm...You know what, I think I'll start charging for advice.

Well, I hope I have helped a few people that all does not begin nor end with your regular 9 to 5. Be creative and get paid. SO, WHAT'S YOUR SIDE HUSTLE?

KRIS THE CRITIC