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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

#1370 - TBT: The Accountant Who Sold Spreadsheets to Etsy Sellers

In this week’s “Throwback Thursday / Where are they now?” segment, we hear from an accountant who sells spreadsheet templates and other financial resources to creatives. 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...

Oct 01, 202010 minEp. 1370

#1369 - Q&A: Do I have to sell as a SAAS?

A listener is trying to decide how to price a new online service. Should she use the common SAAS (“software as a service”) model, or are there alternatives? 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...

Sep 30, 20206 minEp. 1369

#1368 - Mother Of Five Sells Pretty Old Books

When a stay at home mom hopes to avoid returning to full-time work outside the home, she starts selling vintage books packaged by color—and her dream becomes more than a pigment of her imagination. 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 Twitte...

Sep 29, 20208 minEp. 1368

#1367 - Q&A: Help! My website images keep disappearing…

Today’s listener is having a weird problem—the images on his posts are disappearing. What’s going 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. Share: #SideHustleSchool Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Twitter: @chrisguillebeau To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://w...

Sep 28, 20205 minEp. 1367

#1366 - Homeschooler Unleashes Creativity with Penmanship Posters

While homeschooling her twin daughters, this genetic analyst goes in search of penmanship aids—and ends up making her own. 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 Side Hustle School is part of ‘The Onward Project,’ a f...

Sep 27, 20208 minEp. 1366

#1365 - Q&A: How can I get more comments on my blog and Instagram posts?

Today’s listener wants more engagement from her online community. How can she achieve her objective—and is it the right way to measure 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 ...

Sep 26, 20206 minEp. 1365

#1364 - Q&A: Do I really need to open a business bank account?

I’ve always said that when you begin to earn income apart from your day job, you need to open a separate bank account … but today’s caller questions that advice. Might there be some exceptions? 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: @...

Sep 25, 20206 minEp. 1364

#1363 - TBT: Popular Board Game Raises $1 Million on Kickstarter

In this week’s “Throwback Thursday / Where are they now?” segment, we hear from a fan of old-school board games who’s achieved tremendous success with multiple crowdfunding projects. 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 To learn more about l...

Sep 24, 20209 minEp. 1363

#1362 - Q&A: How to launch a communications business for healthcare providers?

Today’s listener is a medical professional by background and is starting a communications business on the side. How can she find her first clients and stand out from larger organizations? 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: @chrisg...

Sep 23, 20206 minEp. 1362

#1361 - Texas Teacher Takes On Test-Taking Tutorials

When a teacher takes a new certification test in order to keep his job, he blogs about the experience and builds a following by helping others achieve A+ results. 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 a...

Sep 22, 20209 minEp. 1361

#1360 - CLASSROOM: How to Ask for Referrals

Your existing customer base is the single best source of referrals—and you don’t have to pay to advertise to them. How can you develop a regular process of encouraging referrals? 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...

Sep 21, 20209 minEp. 1360

#1359 - Land Surveyor Paints a Sign Hustle

When a land surveyor and father of three can’t take his job any more, he experiments with business ideas until he lands on something that doesn’t feel sketchy. 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 Side Hustle School...

Sep 20, 20208 minEp. 1359

#1358 - Q&A: Can I use other people's recipes for my ebook for children?

Today’s listener has a new YouTube channel and wants to write a related ebook that features recipes for kids. Can she borrow and rename recipes that she finds online? 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 mo...

Sep 19, 20205 minEp. 1358

#1357 - Q&A: How can I create a product to help people with applied learning?

This listener wants to help people learn more actively. Sounds good, but how does it become a product or service? 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...

Sep 18, 20206 minEp. 1357

#1356 - TBT: Teaching the World to Play Saxophone

In this week’s “Throwback Thursday / Where are they now?” segment, we hear from an Australian musician who’s created an online community to teach students how to play the saxophone. 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: @chrisguilleb...

Sep 17, 20208 minEp. 1356

#1355 - Q&A: How can I start a pandemic dating service?

Today’s listener wants to start a pandemic dating service. Will it be short-lived—or a viral sensation? 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:/...

Sep 16, 20205 minEp. 1355

#1354 - Magicians Open Enchanting Online Store

Dissatisfied with the slow innovation in the magic community, two magicians create their own online retailer. 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: h...

Sep 15, 20207 minEp. 1354

#1353 - Q&A: How can I market Jujitsu products?

A listener in Argentina is starting “Run and Roll,” a clothing brand for fans of jujitsu. How can she reach her ideal 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 listener data and our privacy ...

Sep 14, 20207 minEp. 1353

#1352 - Social Media Manager Moonlights for Mothers

After a traumatic birth experience, a biologist turned social media manager takes on another new responsibility of helping expectant mothers. 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 Side Hustle School is part of ‘The O...

Sep 13, 20207 minEp. 1352

#1351 - Q&A: When is the right time to sell your business?

Today’s listener has a rugby lifestyle brand, and he might be ready to sell! How does he know if the time is right, and what should he do next? 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 ...

Sep 12, 20206 minEp. 1351

#1350 - Q&A: How can I use Spotify as a lead generation source?

How can an independent musician connect with fans who discover them on Spotify or Soundcloud? 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.audac...

Sep 11, 20206 minEp. 1350

#1349 - TBT: Coronavirus Triples Sales of Cold Brew Coffee

In this week’s “Throwback Thursday / Where are they now?” segment, we hear from the co-founder of Bizzy Coffee. They started by selling “coffee shots,” but achieved much more success by changing to cold, 48-ounce bottles. 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: Sid...

Sep 10, 20207 minEp. 1349

#1348 - Q&A: What should I know before I start a Twitch channel?

A listener has a cooking show on YouTube, and she wants to branch out to another platform. Is there a way to do this without working twice as hard—and what does she need to know? 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...

Sep 09, 20206 minEp. 1348

#1347 - Dedicated Runner Goes the Distance for Online Training

When a government contractor and experienced runner injures himself after a marathon, he races to start a blog helping others avoid the same fate—ending up on track for his own 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: @chrisgui...

Sep 08, 20209 minEp. 1347

#1346 - CLASSROOM: Selling a Food & Beverage Product

Want to sell your gluten-free pizza dough or Paleo-friendly donuts? It’s not as simple as selling an ebook, but it can be done. This episode provides 5 essential tips for the aspiring foodpreneur. 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...

Sep 07, 20209 minEp. 1346

#1345 - School Teacher Designs Specialized Diets for Dogs

After a teacher in Singapore learns to develop a special diet for her beloved dog Oreo, she learns to offer this “pawsome” service to other pet owners. It’s not a dog-eat-dog world! 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: @chrisguilleb...

Sep 06, 20207 minEp. 1345

#1344 - Q&A: How can I increase traffic to my tarot reading website?

Today’s listener is in search of something that a lot of our listeners will relate to: traffic to her website! What should she do while she waits for the right cards to appear? 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 T...

Sep 05, 20206 minEp. 1344

#1343 - Q&A: How can I find companies to sponsor my podcast?

Today’s listener is planning to start a podcast, and wants to take it seriously. How can they find sponsors? 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: ht...

Sep 04, 20206 minEp. 1343

#1342 - TBT: Offline Conversation Game Goes Online

In this week’s “Throwback Thursday / Where are they now?” segment, we hear from a Dutch co-founder of a popular game to inspire meaningful conversations. It was a huge success when they started, and recently they’ve been transitioning to an all-new model. 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:...

Sep 03, 20207 minEp. 1342

#1341 - Q&A: Can I make a different video about dogs every day for a year?

Today’s listener loves corgis … a lot. He’d like to make a series of daily videos about them. What should he think about if he decides to pursue 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: @chrisguillebeau To learn more about li...

Sep 02, 20206 minEp. 1341
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