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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

#2081 - First $1,000: “I got paid to walk dogs while I was on work calls…”

In this week’s First $1,000 segment, we hear from a Chicago native who starts “Day Job Dogwalking” during the pandemic. While juggling work calls with her employer, she gets paid (and eventually hires someone) to walk dogs in her neighborhood. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show includes free guided lessons and listener Q&A several days each week. Show notes: SideHu...

Sep 12, 20225 minEp. 2081

#2080 - Q&A: "I made a bet to start a business in one day…"

A listener made a bet with a friend that they can start a business and get at least one paying customer in a single day. Let’s take that bet and see if we can help! Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show includes free guided lessons and listener Q&A several days each week. Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Email: team@sidehustleschool.com Be on the show: SideHustleSchoo...

Sep 11, 20225 minEp. 2080

#2079 - Q&A: “How does move-to-earn work—is this real?”

A couple months ago I wrote about my experience with the Web3 app known as StepN, which pioneered the move-to-earn concept. It’s been an interesting journey, and today a listener calls in to request an update. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show includes free guided lessons and listener Q&A several days each week. Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Email: team@sidehus...

Sep 10, 20224 minEp. 2079

#2078 - Failure Friday: “It should have been a small mistake…”

In this week’s Failure Friday segment, we hear from the owner of an organic cosmetics brand. She was diligent with her product launches and had it down to a system–one that she may have trusted a bit too much. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show includes free guided lessons and listener Q&A several days each week. Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Email: team@sidehus...

Sep 09, 20226 minEp. 2078

#2077 - TBT: “You Don’t Know My Life” Party Game Goes Global

In this week’s “Throwback Thursday / Where are they now?” segment, we hear from the co-creator of a boxed party game for adults called You Don’t Know My Life. During the pandemic, he started another side hustle hosting virtual game nights for big companies. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show includes free guided lessons and listener Q&A several days each week. Show...

Sep 08, 20228 minEp. 2077

#2076 - Q&A: “One-page business plan: what is the essential info?”

I once published a one-page business plan that a lot of people have used and referred to over the years. Today, our caller wonders: what is essential about this plan? Can you really explain an entire business in a few paragraphs? Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show includes free guided lessons and listener Q&A several days each week. Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com...

Sep 07, 20224 minEp. 2076

#2075 - Roadside Fruit Empire Produces Sweet Success

A roadside peach stand pays for college tuition, turning into a bigger business along the way. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show includes free guided lessons and listener Q&A several days each week. Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Email: team@sidehustleschool.com Be on the show: SideHustleSchool.com/questions Connect on Twitter: @chrisguillebeau Connect on Instag...

Sep 06, 20226 minEp. 2075

#2074 - First $1,000: “You can’t sell anything until you list it…”

In this week’s First $1,000 segment, we hear from the owner of an Etsy shop called The Blue Breakfront. After making a few rookie mistakes, she leveled-up and began getting steady sales. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show includes free guided lessons and listener Q&A several days each week. Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Email: team@sidehustleschool.com Be on the...

Sep 05, 20228 minEp. 2074

#2073 - Q&A: “How can I compete with unfair Etsy sellers?”

We had an episode recently with an Amazon seller who had a competitor posting lots of fake reviews. Today’s caller has been dealing with a similar issue: unfair Etsy sellers who mass-manufacture their products, contrary to the platform’s seller policy. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show includes free guided lessons and listener Q&A several days each week. Show note...

Sep 04, 20225 minEp. 2073

#2072 - Q&A: “How to best use a time of unemployment?”

Today’s caller faces a big decision: during a time of unemployment, does she stretch her side hustle into a career, or go back to traditional work? Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show includes free guided lessons and listener Q&A several days each week. Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Email: team@sidehustleschool.com Be on the show: SideHustleSchool.com/questions C...

Sep 03, 20226 minEp. 2072

#2071 - Failure Friday: “I thought I’d set up the website incorrectly…”

In this week’s Failure Friday segment, we hear from a middle-school principal from Pennsylvania. When he starts a blog for high-school volleyball players, it doesn’t get off to a smashing start. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show includes free guided lessons and listener Q&A several days each week. Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Email: team@sidehustleschool.com B...

Sep 02, 20226 minEp. 2071

#2070 - TBT: Mochi-Making Classes Transition Online

In this week’s “Throwback Thursday / Where are they now?” segment, we hear from the founder of KaorisKitchen.com. She started teaching mochi-making classes in the Bay Area, but pivoted to a new business selling mochi donuts locally. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show includes free guided lessons and listener Q&A several days each week. Show notes: SideHustleSchool....

Sep 01, 20228 minEp. 2070

#2069 - Q&A: “Too many coaches! I know I need to ‘choose a niche,’ but how?”

Today’s listener is a life coach who’s heard me say that the way to succeed with this kind of personal service is to choose a focus or niche. Fair enough … but how do you do that? Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show includes free guided lessons and listener Q&A several days each week. Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Email: team@sidehustleschool.com Be on the show: ...

Aug 31, 20224 minEp. 2069

#2068 - College Friends Start Utah Fulfillment Center

Two friends learn the logistics of running a fulfilling business. In their first month of operation, they handled 3,000 orders for a Kickstarter project. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show includes free guided lessons and listener Q&A several days each week. Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Email: team@sidehustleschool.com Be on the show: SideHustleSchool.com/quest...

Aug 30, 20227 minEp. 2068

#2067 - First $1,000: Lutheran Pastor Sells & Ships “Consecrate” Boxes

In this week’s First $1,000 segment, we hear from the creator of Consecrate, a subscription box for pastors and ministers. She sends more than 500 boxes out each month! Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show includes free guided lessons and listener Q&A several days each week. Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Email: team@sidehustleschool.com Be on the show: SideHustleS...

Aug 29, 20229 minEp. 2067

#2066 - Q&A: “How do you forecast earnings for a side hustle?”

A listener came across my back-of-the-napkin spreadsheet template and is wondering something: if a business or side hustle is new, how can you forecast earnings for it? It’s a good question, but there’s also a good answer. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show includes free guided lessons and listener Q&A several days each week. Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Email:...

Aug 28, 20225 minEp. 2066

#2065 - Q&A: "They asked for a refund after three hours of coaching..."

After completing two long sessions with a client, a new coach received a request for a refund. Should she revise her policy of “money back with no questions asked”? Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show includes free guided lessons and listener Q&A several days each week. Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Email: team@sidehustleschool.com Be on the show: SideHustleSchoo...

Aug 27, 20224 minEp. 2065

#2064 - Failure Friday: “This is super embarrassing looking back…”

In this week’s Failure Friday segment, we hear from an Atlanta designer. In addition to her full-time day job, she’s the owner of a stationary brand called Lucky Dog Design. Selling her products on Amazon seemed like a logical idea, but turned into a costly mistake. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show includes free guided lessons and listener Q&A several days each w...

Aug 26, 20227 minEp. 2064

#2063 - TBT: Baseball Training School Slides Into Growth

In this week’s “Throwback Thursday / Where are they now?” segment, we hear from the founder of a baseball training academy. During the pandemic, he opened an additional business selling training gear on Amazon. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show includes free guided lessons and listener Q&A several days each week. Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Email: team@sidehu...

Aug 25, 20229 minEp. 2063

#2062 - Q&A: “Can I sell the same thing with two business names?”

Today’s caller is wondering if she can sell the same line of products with two different brand names. Is this clever or unethical? Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show includes free guided lessons and listener Q&A several days each week. Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Email: team@sidehustleschool.com Be on the show: SideHustleSchool.com/questions Connect on Twitter...

Aug 24, 20224 minEp. 2062

#2061 - TV Producer Invents Sustainable Toothpaste Alternative

After traveling non-stop for a busy job, a TV producer aims to reduce her plastic consumption. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show includes free guided lessons and listener Q&A several days each week. Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Email: team@sidehustleschool.com Be on the show: SideHustleSchool.com/questions Connect on Twitter: @chrisguillebeau Connect on Instag...

Aug 23, 20227 minEp. 2061

#2060 - First $1,000: “We began with a single sports team…”

In this week’s First $1,000 segment, we hear from the founder of a sports leadership coaching business. He got his start by volunteering at a local school, and it quickly grew into something more. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show includes free guided lessons and listener Q&A several days each week. Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Email: team@sidehustleschool.com...

Aug 22, 20227 minEp. 2060

#2059 - Q&A: “Amazon Prime Day, but for side hustlers…”

Today’s listener is wondering about a side hustle version of Prime Day. Can there be such a thing, or should the smaller sellers of the world simply piggyback on what Amazon has done since everyone is shopping anyway? Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show includes free guided lessons and listener Q&A several days each week. Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Email: team...

Aug 21, 20225 minEp. 2059

#2058 - Q&A: “How do I transition from Etsy to Shopify?”

A listener has been selling on Etsy and wants to make the switch to Shopify. What’s the best way to do this? Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show includes free guided lessons and listener Q&A several days each week. Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Email: team@sidehustleschool.com Be on the show: SideHustleSchool.com/questions Connect on Twitter: @chrisguillebeau Con...

Aug 20, 20225 minEp. 2058

#2057 - Failure Friday: “Then one afternoon I got a call from the police…”

In this week’s Failure Friday segment, we hear from Dev Chakravarty from the U.K. He had an idea to start a rental car company for electric vehicles. This turned out to be much more difficult than he expected! Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show includes free guided lessons and listener Q&A several days each week. Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Email: team@sidehus...

Aug 19, 20227 minEp. 2057

#2056 - TBT: Philly French Toast Bites Take Over

In this week’s “Throwback Thursday / Where are they now?” segment, we hear from the founder of Lokal Artisan Foods, offering delicious french toast bites in Philadelphia and beyond. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show includes free guided lessons and listener Q&A several days each week. Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Email: team@sidehustleschool.com Be on the show...

Aug 18, 20227 minEp. 2056

#2055 - Q&A: "I sold more by raising my prices—is that wrong??”

Today’s listener has a moral dilemma: they made more money by raising their prices! Wait, what’s wrong with that? Listen to their question to find out. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show includes free guided lessons and listener Q&A several days each week. Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Email: team@sidehustleschool.com Be on the show: SideHustleSchool.com/questio...

Aug 17, 20224 minEp. 2055

#2054 - Health-Conscious Coffee Lover Steeps Into Crowded Market

Taking a cue from her Carda-Mom, a sales professional creates steepable coffee flavoring bags containing organic spices instead of artificial syrups. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show includes free guided lessons and listener Q&A several days each week. Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Email: team@sidehustleschool.com Be on the show: SideHustleSchool.com/questions...

Aug 16, 20227 minEp. 2054

#2053 - First $1,000: “It came from patience and vision boarding…”

In this week’s First $1,000 segment, we hear from a wedding marketer who makes a vision board and sets out to build a new business. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show includes free guided lessons and listener Q&A several days each week. Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Email: team@sidehustleschool.com Be on the show: SideHustleSchool.com/questions Connect on Twitte...

Aug 15, 20225 minEp. 2053

#2052 - Q&A: “How to market audio services to Christian filmmakers?”

Today’s caller seeks help marketing his services to a subset of faith-based filmmakers. Where can he find clients, and what does he offer them? Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show includes free guided lessons and listener Q&A several days each week. Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Email: team@sidehustleschool.com Be on the show: SideHustleSchool.com/questions Conne...

Aug 14, 20224 minEp. 2052
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