How Young Indians are achieving ambitions through gigs, as discussed on Reddit

As India finds new ways to make money through offbeat gigs, Redditors share the skills that are helping them pivot towards gig life. One Redditor shares, “Thank god I learnt to play an instrument when I was a kid. Now I do part-time music teaching and earn,” while others are picking up niche skills like swing trading. Employers too are opening up and sharing stories of how new gig-working models are helping “Our firm has a gig-working model.. some people earn pocket money and some their living,” shares one Redditor.

Whether it's funding education or expanding financial freedom, gigs are becoming a popular route for many. For young college students, gigs are the perfect opportunity to finance their education, as one Redditor shares, “I want to work like this because I am currently in college and want to fund my wants.” Gen Z is also drawn to remote work, with one Redditor evaluating, “I’m planning to move to my parents’ village…Would it be possible to make that much consistently through remote freelancing?”

But it’s not just the younger crowd embracing gigs. Older professionals are also moonlighting to boost income. A recent graduate working at an MNC shared, “I have been thinking a lot about building side incomes for more cashflow, leading to larger investments and more flexibility.”

Redditors are coming together to share giglife 101s, drawing from their personal experiences. One key tip to break through the noise is to identify a niche where you can offer unique value — whether it’s mobile app development or automation scripts. “Start with competitive pricing to attract your first clients and gather positive reviews,” one Redditor advises. Additionally, creating a strong profile with clear, professional images and a detailed service description can help build credibility, they add. Freelancers also emphasize the importance of managing multiple roles — “If you go the freelancing route, you have to wear many hats,” notes one Redditor, highlighting the need to be adaptable and professional to build a solid career in freelancing.