Managing an Employee Who Has a Side Hustle | Benjamin Laker
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Managing an employee with a side hustle begins with understanding why they have taken up an additional role. Side hustles can range from freelance work and consulting to launching a small business or pursuing a creative endeavor, like writing or photography. Employees often engage in these activities to improve their financial stability, explore new interests, or build skills that might not be fully utilized in their main job.
Instead of assuming that a side hustle will detract from an employee's productivity, take the time to understand their motivations. Open a dialogue that is rooted in curiosity rather than skepticism. This can foster a stronger relationship between you and your employee, and it shows that you value their personal growth. It can also reveal new ways to support the employee's development.
Read at MIT Sloan Management Review
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