💸 Side Hustles, Credit Moves & a New Spike Lee Film Test Your Money Morals

Sis, with the job market being a complete mess in the aftermath of the federal job cuts earlier this year, I am officially declaring this time “Side Hustle Season.” Credit woes got you shook, too? You are not alone. Even the U.S. government’s credit got a downgrade (👀 read the full story here). If all of this news have you side-eyeing your savings, then now is the perfect time to stack your paper, protect your credit, and recession-proof your coins. Keep reading to learn ways to make cash with or without punching a timesheet.

💼 Side Hustles That Actually Make Sense

Tired of seeing “start a drop shipping business” for the umpteenth time? I got you. Below are some practical, low-barrier side hustles that real women are doing now to stack cash:

1. Freelance Writing & Content Creation
If you’ve got a way with words or love creating on Canva, offer content services to small businesses or influencers. Sites like Upwork and Fiverr are buzzing for talent like yours.

2. Virtual Assistant
Every entrepreneur needs help — and many are hiring remote V.A.s to manage their inbox, schedule, and social media. Could you be the next V.A. mogul?

3. Tutoring or Course Creation
If you’re skilled in math, history, or even coaching a sport, people will pay for your knowledge. Think online tutoring or creating a mini-course on Teachable or Gumroad.

4. Reselling on Poshmark or eBay
Declutter your closet and make bank? Yes please. Some women are making thousands a month flipping thrift finds. One woman made a million dollars selling on Poshmark.

5. Childcare or Pet-Sitting
Still underrated — but super in demand. I’m talking about caregiving. It’s one of the most important and impactful jobs a responsible adult can have. Plus, you can charge premium rates in your local area.

6. Rent Out a Room (or Your Car)
Airbnb and VRBO are starting to offer services, but they aren’t the only games in town. Platforms like Turo allow you rent your car, and apps like Neighbor let you rent your garage for storage.

Pro Tip: Switch your LinkedIn profile to say “Consultant” and list your side hustle service at the top of your profile. But only do this if you can and not if you have your boss or coworkers on your feed!

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🎬 Student Loan Borrowers Weigh Repayment Options

Girl, these lawsuits! They keep tying up the Biden Administration’s Saving on a Valuable Education (SAVE) plan in legal knots. So, many borrowers are hitting pause — or straight up fleeing the repayment program altogether. Why? Because the uncertainty could stall their progress toward loan forgiveness, and after years of forbearance, folks aren’t trying to play financial roulette.

Some are switching to more stable income-driven repayment plans to keep the forgiveness clock ticking. If you're in the SAVE plan, it might be time to reassess your strategy. Get the piping hot tea here: Investopedia

Pro tip: Don’t wait for the lawsuits to sort themselves out. Talk to your loan service provider now and make sure your plan aligns with your Financial Glow-Up goals.

🎬 Spike Lee’s New Film Presents a Financial Dilemma

Spike Lee is bringing a bold new movie to Apple TV+ called, Highest 2 Lowest, starring Denzel Washington, Jeffrey Wright and A$AP Rocky. Here’s the plot twist: the main character, played by Denzel, has to choose between money and doing the right thing. WWDD — What will Denzel do? Listen to my podcast now on Apple Podcast or Spotify to find out.

💰 Glow-Up Spotlight: Pharrell’s Black Ambition Grant

Have a dream and a business plan? Pharrell Williams is offering up to $1 million through his Black Ambition Prize to help underfunded founders break barriers and build wealth. Applications are now open. Don’t miss this bag.

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No one becomes wealthy alone. We are about to make BIG moves together! 💜

Seek wisdom & prosper, sis,
Markette Sheppard
Editor, The Financial Glow-Up | Founder, Glow Stream TV
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