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Episode 1253:

Elissa Bass explores the nuances of balancing multiple jobs in today's gig economy through her personal journey from full-time employment to juggling work for various entities. Her candid account, shared on GetRichSlowly.org, delves into the realities of involuntary part-time work, the challenges of fluctuating income, and the pursuit of stability in a fragmented labor market. Bass's reflections offer insights into the growing trend of multi-job livelihoods, underscoring the complexity and resilience required to navigate the modern workforce.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.getrichslowly.org/how-many-jobs-is-too-many-jobs/

Quotes to ponder:

"Sometimes I miss the stability (monotony?) of the single, full-time job. It's actually less stressful to just keep working, in the house that isn't mine, with a lovely view of a beach."

Episode references:

UCLA economics professor Chris Tilly's observations on part-time employment: https://www.scielo.br/j/soc/a/W5vbvLsLGFNJjfStQQ6Qy4y/?lang=en

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