Whether or not you believe we’re in a recession, a lot of people are taking a hit to their wallets and bank accounts and have to deal with it in some relatively old-fashioned ways.

For one, moonlighting seems to be back in style. But it certainly isn’t because people are testing the waters of new careers or trying to expand their horizons beyond their boring day jobs. Now, when people work two jobs, it’s almost always motivated solely by financial need - either they really need the funds now or they’re afraid they’ll lose their primary source of income.

According to the Department of Labor, the number of Americans who work a full-time job and have a part-time job on the side has risen to more than 4 million. It’s being called “moonlighting by fear” and is most prevalent among workers in industries that are struggling.

Some people are getting second jobs not just to stay afloat but to keep up the supersize lifestyle so many Americans have grown accustomed to. If they want to keep the big house, the fancy cars and all the trappings, in today’s economy that often requires a second job.

If you’re going to moonlight - for whatever reason - be smart how you go about choosing that second job. Either find something that can help with your real career or take a job that you’d enjoy. And by all means, get a job that pays enough for all your trouble.

In any case, be careful that your second job doesn’t jeopardize your main job or you’ll be defeating the purpose of moonlighting in the first place. I know it’s not easy. The country’s in a major recession and everybody has to do what they can.

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