Side hustles are almost always a distraction from what you’re currently doing. If you’re wanting to earn additional income, the answer isn’t trying something new. It’s doubling down on what's already working.

It’s much harder to convince others to pay you to do something you’ve never done before than it is to pay you more for what you’re already known for.

With that said, I am a huge proponent of hobbies and passions. These are fundamentally different than side-hustles because they aren’t measured in money. They’re measured in enjoyment, expression and presence.

Something our work-centered culture struggles with is feeling like we must monetize and streamline our hobbies and passions. Hence the invention of the side hustle.

Keep your work your work. Keep your play your play. If you want to make more money, double down on your work. But, don’t let your work get in the way of your play.