The case against physician side hustles is weak

As many of you know, I am a big fan of side hustles.  I see them as a financial independence superpower that not only leads to increased revenue and diversification, but also joy and passion.  I am not, however, unaware of the fact that many feel they are a waste of time.  The case against side hustles is real.  There are many reasons why an individual may decide not to step into this busy street full of entrepreneurial traffic.  And I cannot blame them.  Starting a new business venture when already bogged down by kids, family and a full-time W-2 can be difficult.

Yet, I think these excuses only hold so much water.  The path to financial independence requires sacrifice.  The fewer revenue streams a person has, the more limited.

So what are the arguments against side hustles?  Are they valid?

Let’s take a look.

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