Majority of Americans eye second job amid economic uncertainty

Richard Wahlquist, chief executive officer at ASA, said the findings are not surprising given that economic uncertainty is dominating the headlines.

“For growing numbers of Americans, a side hustle can be a good way to build savings, pay off debt, find a new job, or change careers. However, for others, a side hustle means having enough money to make ends meet,” Wahlquist said in a statement.

Taking on multiple jobs has been a growing trend across the world.

In New Zealand, a Robert Half survey late last year revealed that 49% of office workers are considering taking on a second job to meet their financial needs.

In Australia, the latest Bureau of Statistics survey showed that 6.5% of all employed people, or 963,100 individuals, are already juggling multiple jobs.