Passive income: NO

Becoming a product mockup designer can lead to passive income, but it is not guaranteed for everyone. Setting up systems like automation and outsourcing can help make this hustle more passive. However, reaching a fully passive income level may not be common and often requires a substantial initial time investment to establish these systems. While some individuals have shared success stories on platforms like Reddit and YouTube, not everyone achieves a completely passive income from this side hustle. It realistically becomes passive for those who invest the time and resources into developing efficient systems and processes. Misleading expectations include assuming passive income will come quickly without significant effort.