OK, let’s get this straight, we all know how difficult it is to wrestle with tangled Christmas lights, climb ladders, making a mess of fuses and keep the lights in place. It’s very tiring! In fact, when you get the last of the lights on your tree or roof, you just hope the fire doesn’t set the whole thing on fire, don’t you?

But there is beauty in the mix, and that beauty is in the hustle. This isn’t just some side hustle you do on a whim. No, this is a seasonal hustle, and let me tell you, it’s serious business. People absolutely hate dealing with their Christmas lights. It’s cold and time consuming. Let’s face it, most of us are just too busy, so why not step in and take the burden off their shoulders?

I’ve seen it first hand, someone walking around town barely holding on to their last ounce of holiday spirit. When they see those magical strings of lights perfectly strung on someone’s house. People who don’t even like Christmas that much (I know, shocking, right?) get a little spark of joy when they see the colourful chaos of holiday cheer.

I mean, who doesn’t want to earn a few extra bucks/quids by doing something that might give you more satisfaction than Christmas dinner itself? You know that feeling when your neighbour looks over and says, “Wow, your house looks amazing!” That’s the feeling of victory and, of course, the money in your pocket. It’s more than the lights, it’s the pride.

Take a look around. People who run these kinds of businesses, whether it’s lights or other seasonal services, are making a killing. Just this year, reports from major cities such as London, New York, Melbourne, etc. have shown a sharp increase in the number of Christmas decorations being installed (I mean, who doesn’t want a little Instagram-worthy holiday magic?). The demand is there. No one has time to juggle work, Christmas shopping and trying to string fairy lights across their front yard. No, they’re just looking for someone who gets it, who does it right and doesn’t leave them with a half-lit mess.

Oh, and here’s the funny thing, I’ve noticed that some people charge an insane amount for this job. I mean, they’re just lights, right? But no! People pay anywhere from $100 to $500 or more just to have a professional put up a few strings of lights. And when you break it down? The job itself doesn’t take too long. So think about it, a few hours’ work and boom, you’ve made a decent chunk of change. A few more jobs and you’re on your way to a nice holiday bonus (or maybe a little winter holiday?).

And the best part? You’ll be saving everyone from the madness of tangled lights, broken bulbs and freezing December nights. Because honestly, there’s no worse way to spend an evening than battling with your Christmas lights unless you’re actually stuck in a chimney (which, come on, would be tragic).

So if you’re looking for something to keep you busy or just need a way to make some extra cash this festive season, grab a ladder, some lights and maybe a thermos of hot cocoa and get to work. You might even enjoy it. There’s a certain satisfaction in transforming a cold, dark house into a beacon of twinkling lights and festive cheer. I mean, what could be better than that?