The Social Side of Side Hustles: Why a Real Community Matters

The world of side hustles can be a lonely one. Whether starting a blog, freelancing, or launching a digital product, navigating the ups and downs can be challenging. That's why finding a supportive community can be a game-changer.

In this update, we'll explore the benefits of social learning and community when starting a side hustle, as well as ways to find the right community for you.

What is social learning, and how it’s related to side hustles?

Social learning involves acquiring knowledge through interaction and collaboration with others. Throughout history, this has been the primary means by which we acquired new knowledge and skills.

However, how we do it today is totally different, with social media deeply integrated into our lives. Hate it or love it, social media is here to stay. And using it as a model to learn new skills has become popular, especially among busy individuals who want to learn new things quickly.

For example, short-form video is the best-performing content nowadays, and it’s no surprise. The hashtags within these platforms serve as a community for people to be involved in and learn new stuff, especially for side hustles.

How a community can support you in your side hustle

It’s not a revelation that starting a side hustle can be really challenging, and having a supportive community can make a difference.

Here are some examples of how a community can support you in your side hustle:

• Learn from others' real-world experiences

• Have an accountability partner

• Access to resources

• Receive feedback to help improve your work

• Motivation and support to stay on track
  

A great example is Fud. It’s a social-hustling community where members can learn from side-hustle experts and others on the same journey. Fud offers a "social to-do list," and everyone enrolled in a hustle can be accountable for each other’s success.

This type of social learning helps people progress much faster, which can be invaluable when starting a new side hustle. It’s also more effective than consuming content on popular platforms like YouTube or TikTok. On these platforms, the goal is to consume and not apply what you have learned, even if certain hashtags act as a “community.”

Ways to Find a Legit and Supportive Community

There are many influencers and gurus out there who will promise you the world when they want you to join their paid communities at exorbitant prices. And following hashtags on YouTube or TikTok doesn’t really count when it comes to applying what you’re learning. You’re also not sure if what they are teaching you is real or practical.

It's important to find a community that provides you with knowledge from real-world experiences that you can use.

Here are five ways to know if the community you are in or considering joining is legit:

1. Look for reviews and testimonials - If a community has positive reviews and testimonials from current and past members, it's a good sign that they provide real value.
   

2. Check for qualifications and experience - Ensure that the experts in the community have real-world experience and qualifications in your field.
   

3. Observe the tone and language used - If the community is making promises that seem too good to be true, or if the tone is overly aggressive or pushy, it's a red flag.
   

4. Consider the cost - While some communities may require a membership fee, it should be reasonable and provide real value.
   

5. Assess the engagement level - A supportive community should have a high level of engagement and interaction between members and leaders. If there's little to no engagement, it may not be the right fit for you.

If you're looking for a supportive and real community to help you with your side hustle, look no further than Fud. Our platform has already vetted the experts, providing peace of mind that you're learning from qualified individuals who have been there. Unlike influencers on big platforms, you can interact and ask the experts directly on Fud.

Best of all, our hustle courses are totally free, providing real value without breaking the bank. With our community by your side, you can take your side hustle to the next level and achieve success.