Real financial advice for real scientists
One thing you soon find out as a scientist (besides how easy it is to blow shit up) is that field gear can be super expensive. Not only is it expensive, but it’s one of those things that’s expected for you to a) already own and b) bring it to work with you (and…
Today we are going to be discussing a sensitive topic. No, it’s not how many cat pics you can reasonably share on social media without being a crazy cat lady scientist. It’s…Beachbody? More specifically, if it’s a good side hustle for scientists, like me and you. The first time I had ever heard about Beachbody…
At Science Finance, we talk about how to manage your money as a scientist. But… what if you can’t be one? A serious topic and one I know about first hand. Not Finding A Position Is Common We don’t really become scientists to be rich or famous. You usually pick a degree, such as…
Ahh, internships. A scientist’s right of passage, a way to gain all of those skills your professors talk to you about. But how the hell are you supposed to do it? You have bills and unfortunately, you can’t pay them all with monopoly money. In order to fulfill your prophecy, you must save. But, how…
Raise your hand if you’re a scientist (or working in the science field). Now, keep your hand raised if you think you’re making enough money. See my point? Most scientists aren’t making enough money. The best way to change that is by…well…making more money, right?! But if you’re a scientist, you know that you’re…
One of the things I’m always stressing for scientists is how important it is to have a side hustle. This will help supplement your income, because we all know that most science jobs pay you in peanuts and well-wishes (unless you can get a gig with Elon Musk; in which case taaaake me with youuuuu)….
Have you ever wanted to be a veterinarian? I’m pretty sure it was every little kid’s dream job. But most people chose a different path once they found out how difficult it is. That’s why I decided to actually break down the cost/benefit analysis in this video. I found a REAL job posted on…
You probably think there’s not a lot of scientists that are side hustlers, right? Wrong! Gee Nonterah is one awesome scientist who’s killing it with her side hustles. In this interview we talk about what led her to start her side hustle, what she does, and the challenges she’s faced in balancing her family…
Let’s face it. Independent contracting is getting more and more popular for scientists, mostly because the government is cheap AF. You’re basically becoming a one-person businessman. Being a business owner is WAY different than being an employee. You need to figure out how to pay your own quarterly taxes, get health insurance, and finagle…
I’ve been side hustling since I was but a wee tot. Don’t believe me? Here’s the evidence. But it wasn’t until after I graduated college and was really expected to earn a living that I realized the importance of side hustles. I’ve since turned my side hustle into my full-time gig (here’s more on how…
