Episode 30: Are Side Hustles a Distraction or a Tool for Success in 2025 and beyond?

02/06/2025 18 min

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In this episode of The Daily Edge, we break down the truth about side hustles in today’s economy. From personal experience to cultural examples, we explore whether running a second business builds opportunity — or slowly drains your energy, focus, and performance.This is real talk for anyone juggling multiple commitments, building on the side, or debating if their hustle is helping or hurting in the long run.Here’s what we cover:✔️ The mindset shift you need before starting a side hustle✔️ The difference between building with permission vs. behind your employer’s back✔️ Why transparency and trust are non-negotiable✔️ How time, energy, and identity affect your ability to grow both✔️ What leaders need to know if their team has side gigs✔️ Real examples from coaching, sales, and performance cultureThis isn’t a surface-level chat — it’s a deep dive into what success looks like in 2025 and beyond.📲 Visit ontheball.co to join our community of entrepreneurs, sales pros, and leaders building with purpose.🎙 New episodes drop every Monday — powered by @ontheball.coTell us in the comments:Is your side hustle a passion project… or a distraction?FOLLOW US:Instagram: @thedailyedgepodLinkedIn: @ontheballWebsite: ontheball.coLISTEN ON AUDIO:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/30CuYNmGxbwjv6o694qlHLApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-daily-edge/id1799962626#SideHustleTruths #ModernWorkforce #PerformanceCulture #EnergyManagement #PermissionToBuild #LeadershipIn2025 #TheDailyEdgePod

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