Why a 9–5 Job Can’t Pay the Bills Anymore

Evergreen Perspective

Why are so many Americans juggling multiple jobs just to survive? In this episode of Evergreen Perspective, host Ben Christly digs deep into the realities behind the rise of the gig economy, side hustles, and self-employment and asks the hard question: Is the American Dream still achievable?
We explore:
Why a 9–5 paycheck no longer covers the basics
How billion-dollar corporations exploit gig labor while posting record profits
The risks faced by freelancers and solo entrepreneurs
How wage stagnation and corporate greed are driving inequality
What Washington State is doing and where it still falls short
Real solutions that support workers and small businesses
Whether you’re a rideshare driver, a small business owner, or just someone trying to get ahead in today’s economy this episode breaks down what’s broken and how we can fix it.
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