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During the holiday season, workers are both preparing their out-of-office messages and considering budgeting for holiday travel and gift purchases. Some individuals may explore side hustles amid high inflation and interest rates to supplement their income.
These holiday side hustle options have evolved over the years, with a greater emphasis on delivery, warehousing, and e-commerce roles compared to traditional retail positions.
Some suggestions for side hustles during the holidays include selling items through platforms like Facebook Marketplace or Poshmark, leveraging existing job skills for additional income, hosting on Airbnb, pet sitting, house sitting, and creating content or marketing products.
For individuals considering side hustles, exploring delivery apps or programs like the Amazon Influencer Program may also be lucrative options during the holiday period. Additionally, UPS drivers have garnered attention due to their substantial pay, with top-of-the-scale drivers set to earn six figures by 2028.
However, new UPS delivery drivers typically start at a lower rate before reaching the top pay scale after several years on the job. It's important to note that the holiday season is the busiest time of the year in the delivery industry, extending beyond Christmas due to post-holiday sales and returns. Additionally, aspirants aiming to become UPS drivers often start in the company's warehouse before transitioning to driving.