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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

#665 - Chemical Analyst Strikes a Side Hustle Match(Stick)

Ever wondered how match strikers are made? This chemical analyst figured it out, and now earns $2,000/month from her online shop. 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...

Oct 27, 20187 min

#664 - Ballroom Dance Enthusiast Triples Side Income with “How-To” Guide

After an initial attempt at baking scones fails to rise, a client services manager combines her passion for ballroom dancing with publishing guides for fellow dance students. 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...

Oct 26, 20187 min

#663 - Job Recruiter Helps LinkedIn Connections with Resumes

With a full-time job and a family of four to support, this job recruiter applies the skills he uses every day to earn additional money on the side. 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...

Oct 25, 20188 min

Special Feature: Dieter Chows Down on Meal-Replacement Niche

He wanted a diet he could put on autopilot. And, after months of trial and error, he found a recipe which would make him the go-to guy for hungry ketogenic dieters. This special episode of Side Hustle School is brought to you by ShipStation. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed c...

Oct 24, 20187 min

#662 - Tech Employee Gets Paid to Visit Napa Wineries

This Bay Area transplant started blogging about Napa wines as a creative outlet, but she soon discovered that valley wineries were willing to pay for exposure. 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 ...

Oct 24, 20188 min

#661 - Physical Therapist Sells 57,000 “Neck Hammocks”

In trying to remedy his own workout injuries, this physical therapist invents a portable device to relieve pain. He then patents the device and sells 57,000 of them. 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 an...

Oct 23, 20189 min

#660 - Beard Oil Behemoth Expands to 35 Countries

How one man grew his $46 idea into a six-figure monthly sales machine selling beard oil. 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...

Oct 22, 20187 min

#659 - Weekly Recap: Don’t Be Afraid to Tear Down & Rebuild

In our forty-second 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...

Oct 21, 201814 min

#658 - Litigator Saves Bloggers From Legal Destruction

“They’re all illegal!” As an attorney, she knew that bloggers weren’t following the rules, but it was painfully obvious that nobody else did. 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 ...

Oct 20, 20188 min

#657 - Inventor Unclogs Profits With Innovative Drain Solution

A modern-day Edison creates a million-dollar product after constantly cleaning up loose hair in his household drains. 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.audac...

Oct 19, 20189 min

#656 - IT Manager Stitches Seamless Sewing Side Hustle

Needing a way to reconnect with her creative side, this IT manager learns to thread her hustle into her life. 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...

Oct 18, 20188 min

#655 - Tinder Matched Couple Swipes Right to Sell Cupcakes

After meeting on Tinder, a couple takes a long walk through Central Park and decides to sell cupcakes for $20 each. Surprise: it works. 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:...

Oct 17, 20189 min

#654 - Nestle Employee Doubles Salary By Playing Video Games at Night

Hard work pays off! After three years of streaming video games to an audience of thousands every night, this marketing manager now earns more from his side gig than he does from his day 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. Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow notes: SideHustleSchool.comTwitter: @chrisguillebeau To learn mo...

Oct 16, 20189 min

#653 - Crossfit Trainer Starts Meal Prep Service for Hungry Customers

A Crossfit trainer and her videographer partner create a healthy meal prep and delivery service, launching it with zero startup costs and growing to nearly $1m in 3 years. 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 d...

Oct 15, 20189 min

#652 - Weekly Recap: Treat Your Part-Time Hustle Like a Real Business

In our forty-first 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....

Oct 14, 201816 min

#651 - Delaware Woman Solves Embarrassing Problem

When the summer heat brings sweaty streaks, this aircraft company employee finds a way to wipe away the moisture. Bonus: this episode is presented by Whitney Korenek, our longtime Content Manager. 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 le...

Oct 13, 20189 min

#650 - Soda-licious! Nike Manager Creates Fruit-Infused Balsamic Beverages

When he can’t find a non-alcoholic beverage worthy of greatness, this Nike manager learns to create, package, and sell his own line of fruit-infused balsamic sodas. 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...

Oct 12, 20187 min

#649 - Designer Makes $1M Giving It The Old College Try

Missing the South after migrating north to Boston, a designer creates a series of sports-themed pennants and t-shirts that put hometown pride on display. Since starting up, he’s had more than $1M in sales and earned a profit of $5,000 each 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: S...

Oct 11, 201810 min

#648 - Food Tour Guide Chomps Down on $100,000 Profit

After first beginning with private cooking lessons, this former marketer discovers an even bigger opportunity in the world of food tours. 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 visi...

Oct 10, 20187 min

#647 - UK Sales Manager Calls Shots With Photographic Film Shop

A niche market of photographers who use analog film hasn’t had a one-stop shop for all the supplies they need—at least until this UK sales manager develops one in partnership with his mom and sister. 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...

Oct 09, 201810 min

#646 - Rent the Chicken! An Egg-Cellent Idea Clucks Into Cash

Yes, really: this Pennsylvania couple rents out 2,000 chickens to people interested in urban homesteading. It’s a side hustle worth clucking about! 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...

Oct 08, 20188 min

#645 - Weekly Recap: Will People Pay for History Lessons?

In our fortieth 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.com...

Oct 07, 201815 min

#644 - “Productivity Nannies” Dig Concentration Caves for Modern Workers

Fall into a hole and don’t come out until your work is complete! These three friends create daylong, distraction-free zones for the masses. 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 vi...

Oct 06, 20188 min

#643 - Hit the Streets With These Chicago Walking Tours

A trip to South America inspired this pet supplies manager to launch his own “free” walking tour company. 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/pri...

Oct 05, 20188 min

#642 - German DJ Turns Up Profits with Magic Marriage Mixes

After a false start with an online course that fails to sell, a DJ in Germany takes a risk with a more controversial product—and finally finds the right beat. 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 p...

Oct 04, 20188 min

# 641 - Firefighter Uses Chainsaw for Jumbo-Sized Woodworking

Taking advantage of some downtime, this Alberta firefighter picks up a chainsaw and begins carving out life-sized wooden bears. He sells his creations to universities, restaurants, and anyone who wants a unique (and large!) handcrafted item. 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: SideHu...

Oct 03, 20188 min

#640 - New Yorker Covers Up With Comfy Underwear Line

For years, she wanted her own side hustle—and she finally uncovered it in a drawer of intimate apparel. 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/priva...

Oct 02, 20188 min

#639 - Food Lover Sells Granola to Hungry Google Employees

From the local farmers market to the kitchens of major tech corporations—this granola recipe isn’t good, it’s grrrrrrr-eat! 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...

Oct 01, 201810 min

#638 - Weekly Recap: Making Time for What Matters

In our thirty-ninth 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 30, 201814 min

#637 - Jiu-Jitsu Instructor Pins Down Mobile Workout Tool

An unconventional workout tool becomes a hit on Kickstarter, then goes on to earn $20,000 a month for its creator. 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 29, 201811 min
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