You Fired Your Boss and Hired the Worst One Imaginable: Yourself

· Jacob Gonzales · July 8, 2026, 12:42 p.m.
Summary
This blog post discusses the harsh realities of pursuing a side hustle, revealing that it can lead to a relentless work schedule and pressure that is often glamorized on social media. The author reflects on the irony of leaving a traditional job only to become one's own demanding boss in the gig economy.
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