Faced with a wave of newsroom layoffs, a journalist in Maine launches a membership community of readers who want to participate in outdoor activities. 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. Share: #SideHustleSchool Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Twitter: @chrisguillebeau To learn more about listene...
Feb 08, 2020•8 min•Ep. 1134
There’s a lot of information out there, both free and paid. This listener wants to know what’s useful, what’s worth paying for, and what to ignore. 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. Share: #SideHustleSchool Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Twitter: @chrisguillebeau To learn more about listener d...
Feb 07, 2020•6 min•Ep. 1133
In this week’s “Throwback Thursday / Where are they now?” segment, we hear from a Bostonite who has followed his childhood dream of producing scavenger hunts to a booming, mutl-city business. On your mark ... get set … listen! 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. Share: #SideHustleSchool Show notes...
Feb 06, 2020•17 min•Ep. 1132
This listener makes motion videos and backgrounds for churches, but he dislikes social media (#notafan). Should he just get over his resistance, or can his business succeed in another 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. Share: #SideHustleSchool Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Twitter: @chris...
Feb 05, 2020•5 min•Ep. 1131
A mom with five children and a DIY blog learns to buy, refurbish, and resell RVs, earning an average of $6,000 for each one. 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. Share: #SideHustleSchool Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Twitter: @chrisguillebeau To learn more about listener data and our privacy pra...
Feb 04, 2020•6 min•Ep. 1130
From trying to serve everyone to not thinking about fulfillment, here are seven common pitfalls in the idea phase. (Bonus: you’ll also learn how to avoid 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. Share: #SideHustleSchool Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Twitter: @chrisguillebeau To learn more abo...
Feb 03, 2020•9 min•Ep. 1129
This listener started a pen-to-paper initiative to connect people through snail mail. It’s starting well, but how can it scale—and is a Pay-What-You-Will pricing model the best option? 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. Share: #SideHustleSchool Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Twitter: @chrisguil...
Feb 02, 2020•7 min•Ep. 1128
Finding a way to offer bellydance classes to an online audience allows this listener to shimy her way to success. 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. Share: #SideHustleSchool Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Twitter: @chrisguillebeau To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visi...
Feb 01, 2020•7 min•Ep. 1127
This listener is hoping to start a travel-themed online store where she sells items from multiple vendors. What’s the best way to find those vendors—and what are the pros and cons of this idea? 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. Share: #SideHustleSchool Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Twitter: @...
Jan 31, 2020•6 min•Ep. 1126
In this week’s “Throwback Thursday / Where are they now?” segment, we visit a former tech employee who traveled to China to source her own line of savvy, satin pillowcases. Get comfy and listen! 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. Share: #SideHustleSchool Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Twitter: ...
Jan 30, 2020•10 min•Ep. 1125
This listener has made a set of flash cards to help pharmacy students memorize generic drug names, but is having a hard time finding her market. What should she try? 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. Share: #SideHustleSchool Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Twitter: @chrisguillebeau To learn mor...
Jan 29, 2020•5 min•Ep. 1124
When a safety supervisor’s “genuine leather” notebooks keep falling apart, he begins to investigate. He finds his answer—and a side hustle that brings in $8,000 a 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. Share: #SideHustleSchool Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Twitter: @chrisguillebeau To learn...
Jan 28, 2020•7 min•Ep. 1123
If you have a lot of ideas and aren’t sure which one to start with … listen to this episode. 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. Share: #SideHustleSchool Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Twitter: @chrisguillebeau To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacy...
Jan 27, 2020•12 min•Ep. 1122
This listener is making money with face painting, but would like to grow by selling more to her customers. What should she try? 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. Share: #SideHustleSchool Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Twitter: @chrisguillebeau To learn more about listener data and our privacy ...
Jan 26, 2020•5 min•Ep. 1121
When this college student needs to make his own schedule, he starts a service that becomes far more than a part-time side gig. It now brings in $6,000/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. Share: #SideHustleSchool Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Twitter: @chrisguillebeau To learn more about ...
Jan 25, 2020•8 min•Ep. 1120
This listener wants to help a low-tech audience to understand and benefit from the ledger technology known as blockchain. How should she proceed? 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. Share: #SideHustleSchool Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Twitter: @chrisguillebeau To learn more about listener dat...
Jan 24, 2020•7 min•Ep. 1119
It’s back! In this week’s “Throwback Thursday / Where are they now?” segment, we hear from a Denver foodie who leads tours of her city to up to 700 people a 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. Share: #SideHustleSchool Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Twitter: @chrisguillebeau To learn more ...
Jan 23, 2020•12 min•Ep. 1118
She’s made a foldable tote bag attached to a set of eating utensils. How will she find her ideal customers? 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. Share: #SideHustleSchool Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Twitter: @chrisguillebeau To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: htt...
Jan 22, 2020•6 min•Ep. 1117
While traveling the country in an RV, this couple designs and manufactures their very own hiking socks. 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. Share: #SideHustleSchool Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Twitter: @chrisguillebeau To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https:/...
Jan 21, 2020•6 min•Ep. 116
What’s the difference between a product and a service—and which might be better for your idea? 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. Share: #SideHustleSchool Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Twitter: @chrisguillebeau To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.auda...
Jan 20, 2020•9 min•Ep. 115
This listener wants to sell non-screen entertainment kits for kids. How can she go from concept to on-the-shelf product? 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. Share: #SideHustleSchool Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Twitter: @chrisguillebeau To learn more about listener data and our privacy practic...
Jan 19, 2020•6 min•Ep. 1114
When a nanny is asked to make some custom high heels, she puts her best foot forward and finds a new source of 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. Share: #SideHustleSchool Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Twitter: @chrisguillebeau To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices...
Jan 18, 2020•8 min•Ep. 1113
This listener has designed and printed a series of planners for new moms struggling with postpartum depression. How can she reach her target audience? 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. Share: #SideHustleSchool Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Twitter: @chrisguillebeau To learn more about listene...
Jan 17, 2020•7 min•Ep. 1112
NEW! Introducing our first “Throwback Thursday / Where are they now?” segment. In this episode, we revisit a NYC musician who starts a blog and grows it to a multiple six-figure teaching 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. Share: #SideHustleSchool Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Twitter...
Jan 16, 2020•10 min•Ep. 1111
Getting a patent is expensive and requires a long process, but a listener has a simple idea that can be easily copied. Should she worry about 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. Share: #SideHustleSchool Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Twitter: @chrisguillebeau To learn more about listener dat...
Jan 15, 2020•7 min•Ep. 1110
After being asked for brewery recommendations over and over, this bartender turns an old school bus into a Maine attraction for beer drinkers. 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. Share: #SideHustleSchool Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Twitter: @chrisguillebeau To learn more about listener data a...
Jan 14, 2020•7 min•Ep. 1109
Where do moneymaking ideas come from? From the idea fairy, of course! (Not really. In this episode, you’ll learn four easy ways to generate valuable ideas.) 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. Share: #SideHustleSchool Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Twitter: @chrisguillebeau To learn more about l...
Jan 13, 2020•10 min•Ep. 1108
You’ve probably heard of Etsy, the world’s largest handcrafted marketplace. It’s easy to get started selling, and there’s a large group of buyers. But how do you stand 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. Share: #SideHustleSchool Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Twitter: @chrisguillebeau To le...
Jan 12, 2020•7 min•Ep. 1107
This listener from Mexico wants to provide a service for HR professionals. How can he create a “must-have-this” feeling for something that’s not a product? 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. Share: #SideHustleSchool Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Twitter: @chrisguillebeau To learn more about li...
Jan 11, 2020•5 min•Ep. 1106
A lucky in-flight conversation leads a librarian on a twenty-year quest to start a half-million dollar oral health brand. 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. Share: #SideHustleSchool Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Twitter: @chrisguillebeau To learn more about listener data and our privacy practi...
Jan 10, 2020•7 min•Ep. 1105