Polywork: the ups and downs of working multiple jobs
The reality behind this post-pandemic trend
LIFESTYLE Work
When the grip of the COVID-19 pandemic took hold and the world went into home office mode, many things about the world of work changed. Many of the old in-person activities went online, and certain employees had a newfound freedom that they were ready to take advantage of by getting a second job. Enter: polywork, the new phenomenon that has people working more than one full-time job.
But despite the obvious financial benefits, polywork does have its downsides. Many people who do it over an extended period find that they are constantly overtired, overworked, and have very little quality of life.
With all this said, check out this gallery to learn about the advantages and disadvantages of this recent work trend.