“Your side hustle is hurting your main career more than helping”
Agree
- Split focus means mediocre at both
- Best opportunities require full commitment
- Energy management is underrated skill
- Employers notice your divided attention
Disagree
- Diversified income reduces risk significantly
- Side projects build valuable skills
- Main job security is an illusion
- Passion projects prevent burnout
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