In a few short years, electric vehicles (EVs) have gone from something novel to something that you see everywhere. When there’s high demand and relatively low supply, that creates price pressure. Our caller wants to know if they can take advantage of 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 ...
Jan 10, 2023•6 min•Ep. 2201
In this week’s First $1,000 segment, we hear from a woman who makes and sells essential oils. By customizing her product line and building relationships at a local farmers market, the business now provides half of her income. 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 Ema...
Jan 09, 2023•5 min•Ep. 2200
Today’s caller is looking to create a sales page that converts well. They want to overcome the objections of anyone who looks at it with interest yet skepticism—which is how most of us feel when we’re thinking of buying something. Let’s give them some tips! 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...
Jan 08, 2023•5 min•Ep. 2199
Today’s caller wants to offer a course on quitting smoking, based on techniques that worked for them during their own struggle. They’d like to know they can sell it more effectively, or at least position it better. 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@si...
Jan 07, 2023•6 min•Ep. 2198
In this week’s Failure Friday segment, we hear from an event planner specializing in weddings. Everything goes perfectly at weddings, right? Okay, not so much … and in this particular wedding, everything goes perfectly WRONG. 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 Ema...
Jan 06, 2023•5 min•Ep. 2197
In this week’s “Throwback Thursday / Where are they now?” segment, we hear from a freelance commercial animator who works on TV shows and other projects worldwide. 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...
Jan 05, 2023•5 min•Ep. 2196
Today’s caller has built her side hustle to a thriving brand. They’re earning about $50,000 a year on $180,000 in sales. But even though that’s great, they have a problem: the business isn’t growing. 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....
Jan 04, 2023•5 min•Ep. 2195
Today’s listener wants to start a retail business, but they aren’t sure whether it should be a clothing line or a home decor store. How can we help them decide? 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.co...
Jan 03, 2023•4 min•Ep. 2194
In this week’s First $1,000 segment, we hear from a listener who’s earning a few thousand dollars a month with a very simple business model: fixing broken phone screens! 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: SideHustle...
Jan 02, 2023•6 min•Ep. 2193
We’re back with an all-new season! Here’s how year seven (!) of Side Hustle School will 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 Connect on Twitter: @chrisguillebeau Connect on Instagr...
Jan 01, 2023•8 min•Ep. 2192
Everyone, let’s pack all of our stuff up in an RV and hit the road. We just need a tripod for all those #vanlife photos we’re going to be taking! (Also, our caller wants to know how she can get sponsored for her own RV adventure.) 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.co...
Dec 31, 2022•5 min•Ep. 2191
In this week’s Failure Friday segment, we hear from a digital artist from the U.K. When he tried to launch an NFT project with 5,000 works of art, he sold only 10% before giving up and moving on. 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 ...
Dec 30, 2022•6 min•Ep. 2190
In this week’s “Throwback Thursday / Where are they now?” segment, we hear from an online plant seller who’s sold thousands of succulents. 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...
Dec 29, 2022•5 min•Ep. 2189
Let’s say you have something to sell that is digitally delivered. What’s the best way to accept payment and get the item to buyers? 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...
Dec 28, 2022•4 min•Ep. 2188
I always love to hear from our community. You all are doing some interesting things! Let’s see if I can be somewhat helpful to Brody, who wants to share “non-toxic men’s lifestyle advice.” 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 t...
Dec 27, 2022•5 min•Ep. 2187
In this week’s First $1,000 segment, we hear from a real-life door-to-door salesman. No really, this is a thing! Some door knockers can earn six figures a year or more, as long as they’re able to cope with repeated rejection. Here’s the story of one guy who’s well on his 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 d...
Dec 26, 2022•6 min•Ep. 2186
Merry Christmas! Our listener today is a financial advisor who specializes in helping clients tackle their debts and get their finances in order. Just one problem: Julie doesn’t like charging for this important work. What should she do? 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: SideHustleSch...
Dec 25, 2022•4 min•Ep. 2185
What if we could skip the whole startup phase of your side hustle and go straight to burgeoning retailer? None of that whole ideation thing, none of that trial and error—just operating a successful 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@sidehustl...
Dec 24, 2022•5 min•Ep. 2184
In this week’s Failure Friday segment, we hear from a previous caller from the North Pole. Last year he was experiencing a supply chain crisis—this year, he tells a story of his early days. 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 ...
Dec 23, 2022•6 min•Ep. 2183
In this week’s “Throwback Thursday / Where are they now?” segment, we hear from a personal trainer who goes from clientless to fully booked. He’s raised his rates and has learned a lesson about burnout 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@...
Dec 22, 2022•5 min•Ep. 2182
January is a big month for the wellness industry, much more than the end-of-year holidays we’re in the midst of now. How can gym owners, trainers, nutritionists, and other wellness professionals prepare to capitalize on increased interest? 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: SideHustle...
Dec 21, 2022•4 min•Ep. 2181
This really happened: after attending a paid workshop, a customer tries to barter by offering her energy healing services in lieu of payment. Uh … how should the event planner handle it? 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...
Dec 20, 2022•5 min•Ep. 2180
In this week’s First $1,000 segment, we hear from Holly the Hula Hoop Hustler. She’s now earning up to $2,000/month selling hula hoops on Amazon. But what about her first $1,000—how did she make that happen, and what did she learn? 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.c...
Dec 19, 2022•5 min•Ep. 2179
Today’s caller wants to start an English-speaking anime club in Japan. With the country recently re-opened for visitors, let’s get this party started! 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/question...
Dec 18, 2022•5 min•Ep. 2178
The two largest pay-per-click platforms are Facebook and Google—it’s how they make almost all of their money! But you can also run PPC ads on Reddit, YouTube, streaming platforms like Hulu, and even Pinterest—which is what our caller is wondering about. 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 not...
Dec 17, 2022•5 min•Ep. 2177
In this week’s Failure Friday segment, we hear from a personal trainer who starts a virtual shoe-fitting service. Unfortunately, it stumbles out of the gate and never hits its stride. 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 sh...
Dec 16, 2022•5 min•Ep. 2176
In this week’s “Throwback Thursday / Where are they now?” segment, we hear from a Los Angeles film editor who sets out to create a business serving other industry professionals. He now earns as much as his previous salary with just three hours of coaching per day. 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 wee...
Dec 15, 2022•7 min•Ep. 2175
A caller has an idea to connect overseas web developers with clients in the U.S. How would this work, and how can they profit from it? 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 Twi...
Dec 14, 2022•5 min•Ep. 2174
Let’s talk about two of my favorite things in the world: cats and cat videos. A listener wonders if there’s any way to monetize them. How do all those cats get paid?? 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: SideHustleSch...
Dec 13, 2022•4 min•Ep. 2173
In this week’s First $1,000 segment, we hear from a coder with an unusual side hustle: he helps clients recover their hacked or lost Facebook accounts. In his first month, he’s already served fifteen people! 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@sidehustl...
Dec 12, 2022•5 min•Ep. 2172
