Rising inflation is pushing people to look for creative, flexible ways to make money. These books offer actionable steps to transform your passion project into real cash. They also address mindset and motivation, which can also be obstacles to a lucrative side hustle. Back in June, USA Today reported on two surveys from early in the pandemic that found large numbers of adults seeking side gigs. Those who've successfully made the leap to working for themselves and now help others find lucrative ways to make money on the side, including coaches and authors, insist books can help.

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