Many Americans are getting side hustle to earn some extra money. Thirty-three percent of people say they need their side hustle to keep up with regular living expenses, while 27% say it helps fund discretionary spending, according to a Bankrate survey. A side hustle, by its very definition, is a gig that takes place in addition to (and perhaps outside of) one 9-5 or other primary occupation.

So if you are among 50% of American adults with a side hustledo you have to notify your employer?

Dan Doromal, co-owner and vice president of operations for Everest's ice and water systems, has a unique perspective on this question. He and his business partner, Ben Gaskill, run an ice vending machine company that offers a “cost-effective” solution to making ice locally – and supports people in using the machines to set up their businesses.