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Side Hustle School

Chris Guillebeau sidehustleschool.com
A daily show for everyone who works a regular job and wants to start an income-earning project on the side. In each episode, listeners will hear a different story of someone who's started a side hustle—along with what went well, how that person overcame challenges, and what happened as a result. The show is written and hosted by Chris Guillebeau, the New York Times bestselling author of The $100 Startup, The Happiness of Pursuit, and other books.

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Episodes

#147 - Vintage Pinup Photography Turns Graphic Designer Into High-Earner

A love of 1920s-style photography allows a Texas woman to leave her day job and bring in multiple six-figures with classic “recreations” of a faraway time. Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. You need a hustle! Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow notes: SideHustleSchool.comTwitter: @chrisguillebeauInstagram: @193countries To ...

May 27, 20178 min

#146 - Mom & Son Create 'Comfy Cup' Support for Young Athletes

A Kansas City-area mom and her 10-year-old son invent an unconventional (but essential) product for young male athletes that brings in more than $5,000 a month. Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. You need a hustle! Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow notes: SideHustleSchool.comTwitter: @chrisguillebeauInstagram: @193countrie...

May 26, 20177 min

#145 - Operations Manager Manages to Make Heavy Furniture Light

A Maine university employee uses her logistical savvy to deliver IKEA enthusiasts their goods at greatly reduced rates. Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. You need a hustle! Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow notes: SideHustleSchool.comTwitter: @chrisguillebeauInstagram: @193countries To learn more about listener data and o...

May 25, 20179 min

#144 - Orthodontist Spends $500 in Facebook Ads; Produces $65,000 in New Revenue

An online marketer discovers a lack of efficient online marketing in the medical industry and offers his services helping one of his clients bring in 13 new clients and $65,000 in new revenue. Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. You need a hustle! Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow notes: SideHustleSchool.comTwitter: @chrisg...

May 24, 20178 min

#143 - Savvy Sleeper Pillowcases Produce Dreamy Profits for Tech Worker

Tired of battling split ends and hair breakage, a fashion and lifestyle blogger switches to satin pillowcases. She then learns to make and sell her own, earning six-figures annually. Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. You need a hustle! Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow notes: SideHustleSchool.comTwitter: @chrisguillebeauI...

May 23, 20178 min

#142 - High-School French Teacher Earns $8,000 Writing & Selling Curriculum

A busy high-school teacher uploads more than 600 digital products to a peer-to-peer sharing site, where she’s paid a royalty for each sale. Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. You need a hustle! Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow notes: SideHustleSchool.comTwitter: @chrisguillebeauInstagram: @193countries To learn more about...

May 22, 20177 min

Weekly Recap #20: Frozen Bread, Terrariums, and Hip Hop

In our twentieth weekly recap, we'll highlight the lessons learned in this week. Also: more listener Q&A! Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. You need a hustle! Share: #SideHustleSchool Shownotes: SideHustleSchool.com Twitter: @chrisguillebeau Instagram: @193countries To learn more about listener data and our priva...

May 21, 201711 min

#140 - Oncology Nurse Creates Products to Regrow Hair After Chemo; Earns $80,000

After kicking cancer to the curb, a Texas oncology nurse discovers the power of essential oils for hair regrowth and launches her own handmade hair care line. Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. You need a hustle! Share: #SideHustleSchool Shownotes: SideHustleSchool.com Twitter: @chrisguillebeau Instagram: @193countrie...

May 20, 20179 min

#139 - Florist & Sculpture Professor Make Presidential Lip Balm

Adventures in creating homemade presents for friends and family lead a Beyoncé-obsessed duo to lip balm world domination. Bonus: learn Abraham Lincoln’s favorite dessert recipes. Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. You need a hustle! Share: #SideHustleSchool Shownotes: SideHustleSchool.com Twitter: @chrisguillebeau Ins...

May 19, 20176 min

#138 - Hip Hop Glitter Pendants Sell $60,000 on Instagram

A web developer and a faceless artist in Florida team up with celebrities on Instagram to promote hip hop glitter pendants. Thug life has never looked so shiny! Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. You need a hustle! Share: #SideHustleSchool Shownotes: SideHustleSchool.com Twitter: @chrisguillebeau Instagram: @193countr...

May 18, 20179 min

#137 - Australian Hacker Creates Passive Income Anatomy Course

A web developer develops an audio system that helps medical students memorize human anatomy. Seven years later, it still produces $800/month in profit. Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. You need a hustle! Share: #SideHustleSchool Shownotes: SideHustleSchool.com Twitter: @chrisguillebeau Instagram: @193countries To le...

May 17, 201714 min

#136 - Corn Syrup Allergy Leads to Booming Baked Goods Biz

After a doctor diagnoses her husband with a corn syrup allergy, a healthcare analyst mixes up a line of healthy, sweet baked goods that turns into a stable second income. Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. You need a hustle! Share: #SideHustleSchool Shownotes: SideHustleSchool.com Twitter: @chrisguillebeau Instagram: ...

May 16, 20179 min

#135 - British Man Builds Terrariums for £600 Monthly Profit

An avid plant collector in the UK makes the most out of a temporary unemployment situation by building and selling glass terrariums. Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. You need a hustle! Share: #SideHustleSchool Shownotes: SideHustleSchool.com Twitter: @chrisguillebeau Instagram: @193countries To learn more about list...

May 15, 20178 min

Weekly Recap #19: Scavenger Hunts, Bow Ties, & Horses

In our nineteenth weekly recap, we'll highlight the lessons learned in this week. Also: more listener Q&A! Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. You need a hustle! Share: #SideHustleSchool Shownotes: SideHustleSchool.com Twitter: @chrisguillebeau Instagram: @193countries To learn more about listener data and our priv...

May 14, 201715 min

#133 - Psychologist Earns $74,000 Helping Students Make the Cut

After overcoming childhood barriers, Shirag Shemmassian leveraged his educational success to launch an admissions assistance side hustle. Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. You need a hustle! Share: #SideHustleSchool Shownotes: SideHustleSchool.com Twitter: @chrisguillebeau Instagram: @193countries To learn more about...

May 13, 20177 min

#132 - Hair Salon Owner Designs Mittens for Cold Runners

An avid runner has a difficult time finding gloves or mittens that feel comfortable enough for running while also keep her fingers warm in the winter. She decides to make her own and pursues a patent for her idea. Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. You need a hustle! Share: #SideHustleSchool Shownotes: SideHustleSchoo...

May 12, 20178 min

#131 - Equine Lover Makes $5,000; Stables Business to Change Horses in Midstream

A former NASA employee with an unbridled enthusiasm for horseback riding changes her hustle strategy and proves she’s no one trick pony. We’re not horsing around! Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. You need a hustle! Share: #SideHustleSchool Shownotes: SideHustleSchool.com Twitter: @chrisguillebeau Instagram: @193coun...

May 11, 20177 min

#130 - Resourceful College Dropout Earns Two Paychecks from One Employer

A corporate employee takes charge over a new branch of the company he works at and ends up creating a second income for himself. Don’t fire your boss… get them to pay you twice! Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. You need a hustle! Share: #SideHustleSchool Shownotes: SideHustleSchool.com Twitter: @chrisguillebeau Inst...

May 10, 20178 min

#129 - College Buddies Create $15,000 Bow Tie Hustle

After making the decision to upgrade their wardrobes, two Virginia college students start a bow tie side hustle. Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. You need a hustle! Share: #SideHustleSchool Shownotes: SideHustleSchool.com Twitter: @chrisguillebeau Instagram: @193countries To learn more about listener data and our pr...

May 09, 20179 min

#128 - Epic Scavenger Hunt Becomes 6-Figure Income

An event planner creates a competitive scavenger hunt game that takes place across Boston. Can you really make money while having so much fun? Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. You need a hustle! Share: #SideHustleSchool Shownotes: SideHustleSchool.com Twitter: @chrisguillebeau Instagram: @193countries To learn more ...

May 08, 20179 min

Weekly Recap #18: Barking Up the Right Tree

In our eighteenth weekly recap, we'll highlight the lessons learned in this week. Also: more listener Q&A! Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. You need a hustle! Share: #SideHustleSchool Shownotes: SideHustleSchool.com Twitter: @chrisguillebeau Instagram: @193countries To learn more about listener data and our priv...

May 07, 201710 min

#126 - “Sign Hustle" Biz Produces $50,000/Year With No Expenses

A Tennessee man starts a low-tech, low-stress side hustle and creates a substantial side income working only on the weekend. No website needed! Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. You need a hustle! Share: #SideHustleSchool Shownotes: SideHustleSchool.com Twitter: @chrisguillebeau Instagram: @193countries To learn more...

May 06, 20177 min

#125 - Blogger Shifts From Products to Sponsorships, Makes $82,000

Sometimes a shift is all you need to get on the right track. This blogger was able to get out of debt and make $82,000 last year while working two hours a day before and after his real job. Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. You need a hustle! Share: #SideHustleSchool Shownotes: SideHustleSchool.com Twitter: @chrisgui...

May 05, 20179 min

#124 - Hand-Stamped Feminist Jewelry Earns $25,000 Side Income

She’s loud, she’s proud, and she’s wielding a hammer to smash the patriarchy with her hand-stamped feminist jewelry line. Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. You need a hustle! Share: #SideHustleSchool Shownotes: SideHustleSchool.com Twitter: @chrisguillebeau Instagram: @193countries To learn more about listener data a...

May 04, 20177 min

#123 - “Uber for Lawn Care” Mows Down the Competition

Four friends take a whack at the lawn care industry’s weeds and find ways to better connect vendors and customers. Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. You need a hustle! Share: #SideHustleSchool Shownotes: SideHustleSchool.com Twitter: @chrisguillebeau Instagram: @193countries To learn more about listener data and our ...

May 03, 20179 min

#122 - Dog Lover Turns At-Home Baking Into Barking Business

A Michigan-based dog owner uses her baking hobby to launch a gourmet, healthy dog treat business. Don’t stop retrievin’! Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. You need a hustle! Share: #SideHustleSchool Shownotes: SideHustleSchool.com Twitter: @chrisguillebeau Instagram: @193countries To learn more about listener data an...

May 02, 20177 min

#121 - House Arrest Leads to $500,000 Food Truck and Catering Hustle

While serving time after a run in with the law, one man and his cousin get creative in the kitchen, then launch a successful food truck, catering, and restaurant business in rural Pennsylvania. Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. You need a hustle! Share: #SideHustleSchool Shownotes: SideHustleSchool.com Twitter: @chri...

May 01, 20178 min

Weekly Recap #17: Midnight Cookie Delivery, Phone Cases, & Tea Leaves

In our seventeenth weekly recap, we'll highlight the lessons learned in this week. Also: more listener Q&A! Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. You need a hustle! Share: #SideHustleSchool Shownotes: SideHustleSchool.com Twitter: @chrisguillebeau Instagram: @193countries To learn more about listener data and our pri...

Apr 30, 20179 min

#119 - “Cosplay” Photographer Earns $47,000 from Epic Star Wars Portraits

A Texas photographer combines his love for art and science fiction to add magic to his photography specializing in cosplay and all things geek. Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. You need a hustle! Share: #SideHustleSchool Shownotes: SideHustleSchool.com Twitter: @chrisguillebeau Instagram: @193countries To learn more...

Apr 29, 20178 min

#118 - Los Angeles Designer Runs Mobile Yoga Studio

An on-location, by appointment yoga studio helps a UX designer earn an additional $40,000 a year working only a few hours each week. Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. You need a hustle! Share: #SideHustleSchool Shownotes: SideHustleSchool.com Twitter: @chrisguillebeau Instagram: @193countries To learn more about list...

Apr 28, 20177 min
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