Why Most Side Hustles Don’t Make You Rich (And Why You Should Still Start One)

Most side hustles don’t fail because people lack effort — they fail because they are built to extract short-term income rather than create long-term leverage. This episode breaks down why “£10,000 a month” side hustle narratives are mostly misleading, what realistic side projects actually earn, and why financial return is rarely the main benefit. You’ll learn how the right side hustle functions as career insurance, skill rehearsal, and option creation rather than a lottery ticket.