As a physician, you’d probably agree that we often feel the need to express ourselves beyond the confines of our job. Treating patients is a rewarding job, but it carries its challenges as well. We have large student loans to pay off, and working in medicine can be stressful. We often work long hours and end up missing important events we wish we could be there for. And while we love what we do, it’s natural to be wondering what your future will hold. Starting a social media side hustle is a great way to earn extra income, increase your online presence, maintain your career as a physician and increase job opportunities. Plus, it’s fun and flexible.
One of the best things about social media is that it gives you an outlet to share your knowledge and expertise.
Here are 4 reasons why I started my social media side business:
1) Social media side hustles are fun and flexible.
2) Social media side hustles can help you pay off student loans.
3) Social media side hustles help you build an online presence.
4) Social media side hustles provide extra income.
If you’re like most female physicians, you didn’t enter the medical field to sit behind a desk all day. You entered medicine because you wanted to help people, and that’s exactly what you can do with a social media side hustle. By sharing your knowledge and expertise on social media, you can:
- Help others learn about the latest medical advancements in your field
- Provide information and training tips to people following in your footsteps
- Myth-bust inaccurate medical information
- Or take it in another direction and share a hobby or passion you have.
Since social media side hustles are typically done on a freelance basis, you can choose when and where you work. That means if you have young children at home, you can work around their schedules. Or if you enjoy traveling, you can work from anywhere in the world. These are some of the main reasons I love my social media side business. I have the freedom to do it on my time.
Let’s break down the benefits of a social media side hustle…
1) Social media side hustles are fun and flexible.
For many female physicians, the rigid schedules and long hours of their day job can be tasking. A social media side hustle gives you the opportunity to work towards being your own boss and setting your own hours. You can work whenever and wherever you want—all you need is a laptop and an internet connection. Plus, most social media platforms are free to use, so you don’t have to worry about investing any money upfront.
The flexibility of a social media side hustle allows you to continue to see patients and work your ‘day job’ while sprinkling a little extra effort into your social media business on the side.
2) Social media side hustles can help you pay off your student loans.
If you’re anything like the average medical school graduate, you probably have a lot of debt to pay off. With the average medical school debt load hovering around $200,000, it’s no wonder that many female physicians are looking for ways to get their debt under control. We all know we don’t come out of residency rich. Plus, we’re saving for our future and our kids’ future.
A side hustle can provide some much-needed extra income to help you get out of debt faster and save for your future plans.
3) Social media side hustles help you build an online presence.
In today’s digital world, it’s important to have an online presence. A social media side hustle can help you build up your online following and establish yourself as an expert in your field. You can make your social media exposure work for you. It’s an opportunity to work with brands you support and admire or perhaps get in front of thought leaders in your specialty for higher-paying or more fulfilling jobs, speaking engagements, and consulting gigs.
4) Social media side hustles provide extra income.
Let’s face it: most doctors don’t become wealthy from their salaries alone. If you’re looking to boost your earnings, a social media side hustle can be a great way to do it. You can work with brands to create sponsored content, sell products or services through your platform, or provide consulting services to small businesses.
Whatever route you choose, a social media side hustle can be a great way to supplement your income and help you reach your financial goals.
A social media side hustle is perfect for female physicians who are looking for a creative outlet, extra income, or new opportunities.
If you’re a female physician feeling stagnant in your career, a social media side hustle might be exactly what you need. It’s a fun and flexible way to express yourself, AND it comes with some major financial benefits too. Want to brainstorm more? Let’s connect!
