About

Hi, I’m Sharon! Back in 2016, I set out on a mission to break free from the corporate grind and create a life built on freedom and flexibility.

Back in the day, I attended the University of California, Berkeley and had worked at Google for some time. Even though I had a decent paying job in Marketing I kept wondering “what if”? I was stuck in the four walls of an office, living the same routine, dreading Mondays and waiting for weekends. I was curious about what life was out there.

I spent 2015 picking up freelancing positions and studying how to create passive income, and I started this blog to teach my learnings.

By May of 2016, I had saved enough on the side to justify a year abroad, and I had a few active income positions lined up for when I traveled. So I quit my full-time job and embarked on my new journey abroad.

I solo traveled for 2 years, living month to month in new places, exploring the world, making new memories and challenging myself with new experiences.

I found myself seeing amazing sights:

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Learning a ton through immersing myself in different cultures and making new friends:

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And creating my own schedules:

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What started as a one-year break turned into something much bigger. I spent 2 years solo traveling, living in new countries month by month, and then another 2 years traveling the world with my husband.

I tested and built multiple side income streams that not only funded my adventures but also grew into long-term wealth.

By age 30, I became a millionaire.

At 31, I retired from the 9-5 world. And the crazy thing is I started with a $30k/year job.

But here’s the truth: my journey didn’t happen overnight. It started with small side hustles, consistent effort, and learning how to make money work for me.

Now, through Side Income Starters, I want to help you do the same, whether your goal is to:

  • Pay off debt faster

  • Save and invest more

  • Build wealth for the future

  • Or even create the freedom to travel and design your own lifestyle

This site is packed with strategies, tips, and real stories to help you build side income, improve your finances, and grow your wealth step by step.

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I believe life isn’t about working until you’re 65. It’s about creating options, so you can spend more time with loved ones, pursue your passions, and live intentionally.

I believe in living life to my fullest potential by creating, making an impact, spending time with my loved ones, and experiencing the world. To do this I achieved financial independence in order to live life the way I want to. I didn’t want to become a slave to money, so I made money work for me. To do this, I reduced expenses, minimized liabilities, gained assets, and built passive income streams.

I’m here to show you how to improve your finances, increase your income through side hustles, and invest your money. That way you can build the wealth and cash flow you want to live the life you deserve.

Start here to follow along the journey.

You can also follow along my YouTube, and Instagram!