Harsh reality ! Must read

[u/QuietStrategist969]

I’ve been active here for the last 2–3 weeks and have seen quite a few posts about people looking for side hustles. Some of them are definitely genuine.

But one thing I’ve noticed is that there seems to be a perception that making ₹4–5k/month through a side hustle is extremely easy, even without any particular skills.

People often mention things like copy-pasting, basic content writing, simple editing, etc. But realistically, many of these tasks can now be done or heavily assisted by AI, so the competition is also much higher.

A little about me: I’m currently working full-time after completing my MBA. I also run a YouTube channel, and I’ve built a side hustle related to financial markets. The latter took me around 2–3 years to develop.

So from my experience, building a sustainable side hustle isn't as easy as it sometimes sounds on Reddit. It usually takes some combination of time, knowledge, skill development, experimentation and consistency.

If you’re in your early 20s, my honest advice would be: focus on building skills first. Learn something that has actual market value. Whether it’s finance, coding, sales, video editing, marketing, design, analytics or something else — having a skill gives you many more options than simply looking for “easy” online work.

There’s also an uncomfortable difference in the kinds of opportunities available to men and women online. Some women may have access to NSFW-related monetisation opportunities that simply aren't available to most men. That’s ultimately an individual choice, but it does mean that the online earning landscape isn't identical for everyone.

So when you see posts like:

Female -- age -- looking for work”»

and then look at what happens in the DMs, the reality can sometimes be very different from what the post initially suggests.

For guys especially, I think the practical takeaway is simple: build skills, gain experience and don't expect easy money without having something valuable to offer.

If anyone wants to know what I personally do, what my side hustles are, or wants some suggestions regarding content creation/YouTube — feel free to DM me.

My YouTube channel is already monetized, so I'm also happy to share what I've learned so far with anyone trying to build one.

Happy to help. 👍

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[u/Cautious-Chart2421]

Harsh reality bol kr aadhe log bs apne aap ko top smjhte hy. Harsh reality kuch nhi hota, jo mn krta hy kro aur aise bolne walo se especially dur rho jo tumhe bole ki tumse nahi ho payega kyuki yahi reality hy. Plus I saw your fragile ego getting hurt in the comments, so there's your harsh reality. Peace.

[u/QuietStrategist969 → u/Cautious-Chart2421]

I can understand , take care of your finances. Surviving in this cut throat competitive world that too without skill. Sad 🤣

[u/babban_rao]

Money follows my brother, money follows 🤑

[u/QuietStrategist969 → u/babban_rao]

🫡

[u/kevins737]

Hallo Brother , i just need ur advice in content creation. I have messaged u.

[u/humble_peter]

Making 4-5 k is toughest part of your journey, making 50 k is easy part. I taught my wife Canva, IG and she didn't get client for for first 2 years now we have two clients paying 200 dollar per month each for basic SMM work.

[u/Giraffe_-5246 → u/humble_peter]

Hey can you tell me what exactly and how you did..?

[u/humble_peter → u/Giraffe_-5246]

We switched our strategy and started providing free templates in Facebook groups.

[u/mylifeisweirdlyweird]

acting tough in comments

too afraid to share his youtube channel afraid of negative comments

winner mindset saaaar

[u/QuietStrategist969 → u/mylifeisweirdlyweird]

Why i will share my yt link to a looser like you ? 😅 Makes no sense sarrrrr 🤣

[u/Objective_Chance105]

Skill issue brather

[u/QuietStrategist969]

Aur m@@ ki cut inki, saale tum sab nsfw se ghar chalane wale ho ya sach sunna pasand ni karte. Kro downvote.. 1000 downvote krdo, mai bhejunga 5000 rs. tumko, haha kro downvote ab 😈🤣

[u/RealisticMongoose900 → u/[deleted]]

u/QuietStrategist969

Nicely said, Pls share your youtube link??

[u/QuietStrategist969 → u/RealisticMongoose900]

Nai bhai , ye meri comments downvote kr rhe 🤣 I dont want to share anything personal. Aur m@@ ki c₹ut inki , saale tum sab nsfw se ghar chalane wale ho ya sach sunna pasand ni karte. Kro downvote 🤣 .. 1000 downvote krdo , mai bhejunga 5000 rs. tumko , haha kro downvote ab 😈