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Benzinga
Benzinga
Business
Marc Guberti

More Than Half Of Gen Z Has A Side Hustle As 9-To-5 Jobs Lose Popularity

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Picking up a side hustle has turned into a popular way to make extra income, but it's even more popular among younger generations. Some 57% of Gen Z have a side hustle compared to only 21% of boomers, according to a Fortune-Harris Poll.

The surge in side hustle culture also comes with the 9-to-5 grind losing relevance. More than half of young professionals are turning to side hustles and investing instead of getting a W-2 job, which they believe isn't essential for achieving financial success. 

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