Wirausaha Kambing Sebagai Alternatif Pendapatan Bagi Guru Honorer Seperti Bapak Sugi Di Dusun Penaton

Abstract

Financial limitations are often a major problem for honorary teachers in Indonesia, especially those who work in rural areas. Low salaries, unstable payments, and lack of access to additional work opportunities force many teachers to innovate to meet their families' economic needs. One solution that can be taken is to start an independent business, as was done by Mr Sugi, an honorary teacher in Penaton Hamlet. With strong intentions, support from his family, and the use of small land around his house, he started a goat farming business as an alternative source of income. This research is a qualitative case study which aims to describe the motivations, strategies, challenges and socio-economic impacts of the goat farming business managed by Mr Sugi. Data was collected through direct observation, in-depth interviews, and documentation of daily activities on the farm. The research results show that the success of this business is influenced by the spirit of hard work, efficient time management between teaching and caring for animals, as well as the ability to learn independently through interaction with the community and online information sources. Apart from that, support from family and the surrounding social environment plays a very important role in the sustainability of this business. This business not only provides significant additional income, but also motivates local residents to run similar businesses. This research offers practical and academic contributions to the field of community-based entrepreneurship. It is hoped that these findings can motivate students to be more courageous in starting a business, and show that limitations are not a barrier to development. This research also recommends that educational institutions and the government provide more support to encourage micro business models based on local potential as indicated by Mr Sugi.