Amid rising living costs, Malaysians are turning to side hustles like content creation, food businesses, freelancing, handmade crafts, and ride-sharing to supplement their income. Social media and e-commerce platforms have made these opportunities more accessible, allowing people to work flexibly and earn extra cash.
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"I was looking for a mattress and they were all too expensive. So, I used my talent as leverage to reach out to a brand to give me their product in exchange for content. They were super happy with the content, so much so that they'll be working with me again for future product launches," shared Suresh, 29, a full-time strategy planner and part-time musician.
"It's easy money. I work for two hours a month and get paid enough to cover my car's monthly installment. Some jobs can be pretty easy and companies are willing to spend for freelance work," says WX, 31, a full-time online writer who freelances as a digital marketer. Ahmad, who works in marketing at a company based in Puchong, prefers to drive for Grab in the evenings rather than sit through rush hour traffic. This way, he supplements his income while waiting for the congestion to ease.
As more people seek financial security and independence, the gig economy will continue to evolve, creating new opportunities to earn, innovate, and build their own success stories.29-Year-Old Software Engineer Leaves Office Job To Become A Chilli Farmer In His Hometown He said he finds immense satisfaction in his new vocation.
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