Young People Are Achieving 5-Figure Incomes Without a 9-5 Job. Here’s How — Plus the Critical Skills They Say School Doesn’t Teach Them.

Young professionals from Gen Z and Gen Alpha are ditching the 9-5 model in favor of freelancing and side hustles. A K12 survey of 380 young entrepreneurs found that 68% were motivated by a desire for independence when earning their first $10,000. Popular income sources include freelancing, selling products, and flipping items. Most fund their ventures with personal savings and wish school had better prepared them with business and financial skills. Soft skills remain essential for long-term success.

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