WHY YOU SHOULDN'T RELY ON YOUR MONTHLY SALARY!

For many people, especially in Zambia, a monthly saraly feels like financial security. People cry for jobs here. You work hard, get paid at the end of the month and repeat the same cycle for many years. ABut what if I told you that, relying solely on your salary is a dangerous financial trap? In todays world, depending on one income stream is risky. The cost of living is on the rise, job security is uncertain and emergencies can drain your Bank Account in an instant. That's why having something else to do on the side for an income is a necessity. And there's no better time to explore extra income opportunities than now. Salaries are limited, expenses are not. Your monthly salary is fixed, but your expenses are not. Inflation, emergencies and unexpected Bills like, medicals and unforeseen Bills can strain your budget. If you only depend on your paycheque, financial stress becomes inevitable. Start something that'll bring you extra cash to cover extra costs without having to dip into your primary income. Job security is a total myth. Even the most stable job can vanish overnight. Industries are evolving with AI and economies crash. If your only source of income is your salary, losing your job could throw your entire life into chaos. Having something else on the side ensures you have a safety net to fall back on in an event of unexpected lay offs. Holidays are expensive but, Side Hustles help out. The holiday season is when expenses spike. Instead of struggling to stretch your salary, imagine having an extra income stream to handle holiday costs without stress? They're countless holiday-specific Side Hustles that can boost your earnings. I once lived in Western Province of Zambia, Mongu. I was very impressed with one particular ethinic minority group, the Luvales. These people own most Retail Shops and Motels around the place.

2/5/20251 min read

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