Quote from: panganib999 on May 25, 2023, 11:35:00 PM

Quote from: bayu7adi on May 24, 2023, 11:17:52 PM

Quote from: panganib999 on May 24, 2023, 07:52:34 PM

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So I figured since that is something that is already "common sense", it shouldn't be challenged per se when I'm talking about money-over-effort variation.

Um... alright, I'm starting to grasp your point. I greatly appreciate differing opinions as they broaden my perspective according to each individual's principles.

So, what would you do if at some point you really wanted to have a side job, but the ones available don't meet your salary expectations? Would you choose not to take any of them and instead focus on resting during your free time?

In certain situations, there's a scarcity of creativity among people, making it incredibly challenging to find a side job that aligns with the 'money-over-effort variation' standard.

In situations like that, of course the Money-over-Effort variation won't apply. In my prior post I said that there are factors (emphasize on the plural) that could help you gauge whether your hustle is a good one or not. Money-over-Effort still is the main pointer, but in certain situations like the scarcity of open jobs, as well as the creative drought as you have mentioned, well then it's up to the person itself whether they'd much rather spend time resting and making sure that their mental health is fine and dandy, or if they are going to take up another job that doesn't pay as much as they wished it would.

Personally, I'd much rather rest and do stuff on my end, stall opportunity, while at the same time bettering my self in other ways like lifting weights, taking care of myself, or reading self-help and good books that would nourish my brain.

The Money-over-Effort Variation is a great gauge for how PROFITABLE a side hustle is, in the event that you are in the position where you can find other ventures that would better suit you. If it comes to a point where it's between choosing a low-paying job over resting, it's something that the person itself could only answer. I'm no psychologist, just some dude on the internet trying to impart something that I think is good and might help people who are unknowingly lowballing themselves by staying in a dead-end side hustle when they have the opportunity to make the switch.

LMAO! You're absolutely nailing the modern dilema, my friend. We're all out here, trying to grab that sweet moolah without breaking our backs, and sometimes, the world doesn't comply. It's like trying to choose a Netflix show when you've already binged everything interesting - just heartbreaking!

In all seriousness, I believe it's essential to assess our side gig options holistically. The money-over-effort calculation is super valid, but let's not forget to factor in our mental bandwidth and passion for the job. We're not robots, and working a job that drains us mentally isn't worth any amount of money.

On the flip side, I wouldn't just kick back and chill if the job market's dry. Take that time to upskill, maybe learn a new coding language or get certified in digital marketing. As you've rightfully pointed out, this could be a great time to pump some iron or devour some enlightening books. Because who knows, the skills or knowledge you gain during this time might just land you an even better side gig in the future!