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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

#636 - Canadian Mom Rolls Out Supportive Side Hustle

It’s no secret that crutches are uncomfortable. Their little-known alternative has led to a profitable side hustle for this caretaker Canadian. 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. Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow notes: SideHustleSchool.comTwitter: @chrisguillebeau To learn more about listener data and our privacy practice...

Sep 28, 20188 min

#635 - Trader Joe’s Sign Artist Earns $43,200 Selling Tea-Stained Prints

Discovering the art of tea-stained prints using publicly available (and free!) art, a Trader Joe’s employee begins earning $3,600 a month selling custom prints online. 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. Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow notes: SideHustleSchool.comTwitter: @chrisguillebeau To learn more about listener data ...

Sep 27, 20188 min

#634 - Physician Designs Plush Toys to Teach Anatomy

A physician designs and manufactures plush toys in the shape of human organs. They’re used to teach kids about the human body and as “get well soon” gifts for hospital patients. 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. Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow notes: SideHustleSchool.comTwitter: @chrisguillebeau To learn more about list...

Sep 26, 201810 min

#633 - The Clothes Dryer That Changed a Family Forever

When this government employee is let go from his job, he stumbles upon a reselling opportunity that would end up helping his family ride the coming recession—and eventually earn six figures in a single year. 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. Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow notes: SideHustleSchool.comTwitter: @chrisguill...

Sep 25, 201810 min

#632 - Sound Engineer Makes $80,000/Year Handing Out Free Maps

A former sound engineer in Texas maps out a successful career by providing free information guides for hotel guests. The guides are underwritten by advertisers, who pay for their business to get in front of out-of-town guests. 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. Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow notes: SideHustleSchool.comT...

Sep 24, 20188 min

#631 - Weekly Recap: Nothing is Sacred, So Look Out for Yourself

In our thirty-eighth recap of Season II, we'll highlight the lessons learned in this week. Also: 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. Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow notes: SideHustleSchool.comTwitter: @chrisguillebeau To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyin...

Sep 23, 201814 min

#630 - Colorado Nutritionist Reworks Role to Get Paid Twice

It’s all smoothies and smooth moves for this dual-role nutritionist from Colorado. 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. Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow notes: SideHustleSchool.comTwitter: @chrisguillebeau To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more ...

Sep 22, 20188 min

#629 - Tie One On for This Australian High School Teacher

To get some business experience on the cheap, this teacher creates and sells his own bow ties. When he’s ready to move on, he sells the business itself. 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. Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow notes: SideHustleSchool.comTwitter: @chrisguillebeau To learn more about listener data and our privacy...

Sep 21, 20187 min

#628 - Charismatic Coaching Duo Earns $50,000/Month

These two friends knew that charisma and confidence were important to success—but the success they create goes far beyond their wildest imaginations. They begin by selling $10 ebooks, and now sell $600 courses every single day. 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. Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow notes: SideHustleSchool.com...

Sep 20, 20188 min

#627 - Rehearsal App for Actors Earns $500,000

Not satisfied with the iPhone’s built-in Voice Recorder, a radio host and acting coach creates his own app to help actors rehearse. It goes on to earn more than $500,000. 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. Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow notes: SideHustleSchool.comTwitter: @chrisguillebeau To learn more about listener da...

Sep 19, 20188 min

#626 - Salesman’s Spicy Side Hustle Serves Up Serious Sales

After hosting a popular Super Bowl party, a St. Louis salesman brings his fiery-hot, yet extra-flavorful hot sauce to the market. 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. Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow notes: SideHustleSchool.comTwitter: @chrisguillebeau To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https...

Sep 18, 20188 min

#625 - Marathon Runner Earns Full-Time Income Trying On Shoes

A decade-long “marathon distance” project earns six-figures in affiliate commissions for this patient runner. 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. Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow notes: SideHustleSchool.comTwitter: @chrisguillebeau To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com...

Sep 17, 20187 min

#624 - Weekly Recap: Crowdfunding Is Not a Business Model.

In our thirty-seventh recap of Season II, we'll highlight the lessons learned in this week. Also: 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. Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow notes: SideHustleSchool.comTwitter: @chrisguillebeau To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyi...

Sep 16, 201815 min

#623 - Outsource Date Night With This Sexy Side Hustle

Love the idea of a romantic evening, but don’t have the time to plan it? These best friends from Florida will take care of everything for you. 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. Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow notes: SideHustleSchool.comTwitter: @chrisguillebeau To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices...

Sep 15, 20187 min

#622 - When the Rubber Hits the Road, This Mom of Three Earns $5,000/Month

After making a simple change to the color of her custom-image rubber ink stamps, this interior designer and mother-of-three from Texas began earning $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. Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow notes: SideHustleSchool.comTwitter: @chrisguillebeau To learn more about listener data and...

Sep 14, 20188 min

#621 - Sign Language Videos Spell Out Profits for Special Ed Teacher

After using puppets to make sign language videos for her toddlers, an educator stumbles upon an underserved market. 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. Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow notes: SideHustleSchool.comTwitter: @chrisguillebeau To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyi...

Sep 13, 20189 min

#620 - Sisters Create Bundle Of Joy With Customized Board Game

Two sisters living in New York City relive their childhood memories and create a personalized board game, earning $16,500 in the first four months. 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. Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow notes: SideHustleSchool.comTwitter: @chrisguillebeau To learn more about listener data and our privacy prac...

Sep 12, 201810 min

#619 - London Photographer Rents Camera Gear 1,100 Times

A London receptionist rents out his photography equipment on a peer-to-peer sharing site… over and over and over. 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. Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow notes: SideHustleSchool.comTwitter: @chrisguillebeau To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc...

Sep 11, 20189 min

#618 - The Rise and Fall of BirdSupplies.com

Before the boom of online shopping, this bird lover struggled to find quality products for her feathery friends. She decides to take flight herself, earning up to $250,000/year reselling supplies. Squawk! 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. Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow notes: SideHustleSchool.comTwitter: @chrisguillebe...

Sep 10, 20189 min

#617 - Weekly Recap: Don’t Compete with Amazon

In our thirty-sixth recap of Season II, we'll highlight the lessons learned in this week. Also: 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. Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow notes: SideHustleSchool.comTwitter: @chrisguillebeau To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc...

Sep 09, 201815 min

#616 - Attorney Defends Women’s Right To Good Content

This attorney was frustrated with the content the media creates for modern women—so she started her own magazine to represent what women like her wanted to read. 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. Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow notes: SideHustleSchool.comTwitter: @chrisguillebeau To learn more about listener data and ou...

Sep 08, 20188 min

#615 - Aussie Mom Earns $3,000/Month From Affiliate Links

After overcoming obstacles in her search for remote work opportunities, this stay-at-home mom creates her own resource website to help others. She gets paid when visitors click through to register for programs she promotes. 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. Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow notes: SideHustleSchool.comTwit...

Sep 07, 20189 min

#614 - Swipe Some Inspiration From This Sticky Side Hustle

After designing a laminated menu for a restaurant, this product design manager has “the write idea” to create reusable paper. She then sells it to brands like Airbnb, earning up to $10,000 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. Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow notes: SideHustleSchool.comTwitter: @chrisguillebeau To l...

Sep 06, 20187 min

#613 - Developer Gets Paid for Weekend Trips Abroad

This web developer always wanted to travel, but only had a few days a year to do it. Little did she know that her jam-packed adventures would become a profitable 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. Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow notes: SideHustleSchool.comTwitter: @chrisguillebeau To learn more about listene...

Sep 05, 20187 min

#612 - It’s All Smiles For Two Friends Brushing Away Bacteria

In search of a side hustle, two Australian friends learn to import toothbrushes from the U.S., earning $30,000 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. Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow notes: SideHustleSchool.comTwitter: @chrisguillebeau To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.a...

Sep 04, 20187 min

#611 - CPA Earns Six-Figures Selling Spreadsheets to Etsy Sellers

This CPA was burned out on office work, so she turned her efforts to an Etsy business—but it wasn’t long before she was hitting the books again, just in a more creative way. Her new spreadsheets help Etsy sellers and earn a six-figure income for her. 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. Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow note...

Sep 03, 20189 min

#610 - Weekly Recap: Have a #HappierLaborDay!

In our thirty-fifth recap of Season II, we'll highlight the lessons learned in this week. Also: 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. Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow notes: SideHustleSchool.comTwitter: @chrisguillebeau To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc...

Sep 02, 201815 min

#609 - Aussie Cyclist Shifts Into Gear With Online Shop

After a painful breakup, an account manager becomes a new spokes-person for side hustling by reselling bicycle gear. 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. Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow notes: SideHustleSchool.comTwitter: @chrisguillebeau To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacy...

Sep 01, 20189 min

#608 - Insult This! Witty Event Organizer Prepares You to Respond to Rudeness

After experiencing the frustrating moment of not having a witty reply for a rude stranger, this event organizer launches a website to share the best comebacks for every situation. 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. Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow notes: SideHustleSchool.comTwitter: @chrisguillebeau To learn more about li...

Aug 31, 20189 min

#607 - Miniature Dollhouse Website Pays Full-Size Profits

A digital marketing manager finds success by growing her dollhouse drop-shipping website business—all without paying for advertising, and by working only one hour a 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. Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow notes: SideHustleSchool.comTwitter: @chrisguillebeau To learn more about listener da...

Aug 30, 201810 min
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