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Spring break is fast approaching, which means, it\u2019s time to gear up for side hustle season! \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n While some students are spending the week-long holiday maxing out credit cards on trips to Cancun or Vegas, you can be hustling. Before you think that I\u2019m referring to something illegal, let me explain. A side hustle is about generating multiple streams of income in addition to your main job. Having a side hustle demonstrates that you are passionate, that you embody the spirit of an entrepreneur, and that you have diverse interests.You can develop your side hustle by finding creative ways to solve other people\u2019s problems or turning a hobby into something that you can monetize. In today\u2019s economy, a side-hustle is crucial and about survival. <\/span><\/p>\n Amid toiling in the academic bubble as a non-traditional student, I\u2019ve been exactly where you are wishing that I had more money \u00a0– \u00a0to pay down debt, to increase my emergency fund, and to take a vacation – without causing myself any financial hardship.<\/span><\/p>\n During spring break, you should maximize your time by working a side hustle especially if you need to earn extra cash. While taking classes here at ACC<\/a>, my side hustle was a freelance videographer. Spring break was my time to work on new projects. This allowed me to explore my program of study and potential career opportunities. Instead of fretting about not being able to take vacations that I couldn\u2019t afford, I\u2019d take my camera to South by Southwest and other events to film short videos<\/a> for local organizations. I provided a service. In return, the experience not only netted me financial gain, but it also helped in building my school portfolio, enhancing my video editing skills, and broadening my professional network. <\/span><\/p>\n The Student Money Management Office<\/a> is here to spark your imagination as it relates to taking control of your money. Developing a side hustle is a key component to that process. Check out the three ideas that we\u2019ve come up with below to help you get started: \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n This Spring Break, what will you do to #fuelyourhustle?<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Spring break is fast approaching, which means, it\u2019s time to gear up for side hustle season! \u00a0 While some students are spending the week-long holiday maxing out credit cards on trips to Cancun or … Continue reading \n