Thousands of us are turning to our talents to make some cash on the side this year. Here are the 10 most popular side gigs to start in 2023.
Do you want to make more money? Very few of us would answer no to this question. But in the past, the idea of working two jobs has seemed daunting – even impossible – for many.
Thankfully, not anymore. The online world, alongside the growing number of AI-run startups, means that hustling has never been easier. In fact, research shows that nearly half of all people in the UK now run a side gig.
So, what are the simplest methods to make a fast buck? Using Google Trends data, marketing company Yell analysed the number of people searching online for ways to start a entrepreneurs. Scroll down for an overview of the top 10 low-maintenance careers to start this year:
The 10 most popular side hustles in 2023
Zooming straight into pole position, the trendiest side hustle in 2023 is becoming an Uber driver. With many people in the working world also having a driving licence, working for an on-demand driving app like Uber or Lyft is a natural pit stop.
In fact, becoming a full-time driver was also picked out by Indeed.com as the top profession for people choosing to switch careers this year.
Offering the opportunity to pick and choose your hours, and how much work you actually take on, there’s an obvious appeal to a whole host of ‘behind the wheel’ professions. Similar roles, like being a delivery driver, also made it into position nine.
The theme of flexible work hours continues throughout the list. Other sought-after choices include freelance positions and roles such as being a transcriptionist, proof-reader or writer – all of which often allow sole traders to choose when and how long you’re working for.
However, as employees increasingly lean towards meaningful work,the results also reveal that a second job can allow individuals to indulge a personal interest or hobby. The likes of dog walker, photographer and artist also ranked highly.
Mark Clisby, Co-CEO of Yell commented: “Supplementing your income in various ways has become a lot more popular in recent years, with modern technologies and business making it easier to earn more and live a more comfortable life financially.”
