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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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#1460 - Q&A: What separates small earners from big ones?

Every Side Hustle School story features someone who earns at least $500 a month apart from their day job. But some people earn a lot more, earning six or even seven figures from their side hustle. A listener wants to know: what separates small earners from big ones? 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...

Dec 30, 20208 minEp. 1460

#1459 - Steady Grind Leads to Sustainable Side Income

After initially delving into web design out of sheer curiosity, this engineer now uses these skills to bring in $40,000 a year on the side. 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 ...

Dec 29, 20207 minEp. 1459

#1458 - Q&A: Does the "Evernote Essentials" model still work?

Years ago, a simple user manual turned into a huge moneymaker for one savvy Evernote user. Can you still profit from writing a guide to a popular software program? 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 ...

Dec 28, 20206 minEp. 1458

#1457 - GOALLL! Corporate Filmmaker Moonlights as Soccer Ref

When a young soccer fan can’t find his feet for the game, he gets the ball rolling on becoming a referee instead, making money from the sidelines. 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 da...

Dec 27, 20209 minEp. 1457

#1456 - Q&A: Should I use side hustle income for a retirement fund?

Today’s listener is wondering about using side hustle income specifically for her retirement fund. Is there anything specific that might be good 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 To learn more about list...

Dec 26, 20205 minEp. 1456

#1455 - SPECIAL Q&A: Caller from Finland Requests Help with Global Present Delivery

A bearded man from Finland calls in to discuss a change in business model. Kids don’t want to receive hand sanitizer for Christmas! 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 priv...

Dec 25, 20204 minEp. 1455

#1454 - TBT: Crafty Headbands Fly Off the Shelves

In this week’s “Throwback Thursday / Where are they now?” segment, we hear from a crafty New Yorker who sells thousands of headbands. She won’t quit while she’s ahead! 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 m...

Dec 24, 20209 minEp. 1454

#1453 - Q&A: How to earn from a directory of bank signup bonuses?

Today’s caller earned $300 from opening a bank account, and it got him thinking: free money is good! Might there be a way to earn even more by helping other people take advantage of these incentives? 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 Twit...

Dec 23, 20205 minEp. 1453

#1452 - Reddit Post Inspires Airbnb Cleaning Service

Inspired by a post on Reddit, a Los Angeles man picks up the knowledge to start his own cleaning 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 visit: https...

Dec 22, 20207 minEp. 1452

#1451 - Q&A: Working through anxiety and “2020 fatigue.”

A listener is drained, discouraged, and disheartened with the continued struggle of 2020. How have other people managed to overcome 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. Share: #SideHustleSchool Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Twitter: @chrisguillebeau To learn more about listener data and ou...

Dec 21, 20206 minEp. 1451

#1450 - Recruiter Gives Pink Slip to Boring Resumes

After helping a number of job-seeking friends, a recruiter decides to monetize her resume skills. 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.a...

Dec 20, 20208 minEp. 1450

#1449 - Q&A: What does "Proposition 22" mean for independent contractors?

California’s voters recently approved Proposition 22, changing the rules for some independent contractors who work for companies like Uber and DoorDash. But this change affects others as well, and not just in California. What does it mean? 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: #SideHustleScho...

Dec 19, 20206 minEp. 1449

#1448 - Q&A: Is there a better way to do local restaurant delivery?

Today’s caller has been frustrated with the big food delivery services, and is wondering if there’s a better 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: @chrisguillebeau To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visi...

Dec 18, 20205 minEp. 1448

#1447 - TBT: 3D Printing Enables Distance Learning Materials

In this week’s “Throwback Thursday / Where are they now?” segment, we hear from a pediatrician who creates an educational tool to help kids with STEM learning. With so much distance education taking place, she’s had to make a major adjustment to her sales 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....

Dec 17, 20209 minEp. 1447

#1446 - Q&A: How to quickly get to market with a distance learning guide?

Today’s caller is developing a guide to help parents and teachers with distance learning. This is an urgent need and he wants to move quickly! 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...

Dec 16, 20206 minEp. 1446

#1445 - Financial Planner Moonlights as Trivia Host

When a new financial planner looks for a way to grow his clientele, he begins to host trivia nights—going on to earn a side income that’s never been questioned. 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...

Dec 15, 20207 minEp. 1445

#1444 - CLASSROOM: Revisiting Key Lessons (Part II)

What a year it’s been! In the second part of this two-part series, we reflect on the key lessons from the 2020 Classroom series. 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...

Dec 14, 202011 minEp. 1444

#1443 - Graphic Designer Documents Remote Earnings

When an Australian graphic design graduate lands a freelancing gig sprucing up business and marketing reports, she draws enough confidence to chart a full time nomadic lifestyle. 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...

Dec 13, 20208 minEp. 1443

#1442 - Q&A: How can I negotiate a revenue share percentage?

When selling a course through a third-party platform, how can you negotiate a revenue share percentage—and what’s an ideal percentage to ask for? 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...

Dec 12, 20206 minEp. 1442

#1441 - Q&A: Should I copyright my sex positive apparel ideas?

A listener in Los Angeles is planning to sell “novelty clothing featuring intelligent innuendos.” How does she need to protect her intellectual property? 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 list...

Dec 11, 20206 minEp. 1441

#1440 - TBT: Natural Deodorant Becomes Beauty Line

In this week’s “Throwback Thursday / Where are they now?” segment, we hear from a CPA who turns natural deodorant made from apple cider vinegar into a beauty and skin-care line. 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 ...

Dec 10, 20207 minEp. 1440

#1439 - Q&A: How to profit from a distorted real estate market?

Today’s caller is interested in profiting from real estate. Considering the longterm effects of the global pandemic, might there be some new opportunities? 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...

Dec 09, 20206 minEp. 1439

#1438 - Cyclist Puts Wheels in Motion on Bike Box Biz

When a triathlete ships a road bike around the world, little does he know that the box it comes in would take him on a journey of its 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 To learn more about listener data and o...

Dec 08, 20207 minEp. 1438

#1437 - Q&A: Help! I’m too tired from Zoom to do anything else

After so many hours spent in online meetings for her job, how can this listener find the energy to work on something for herself? 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 privac...

Dec 07, 20206 minEp. 1437

#1436 - Engineer Invents Podcast Alarm Clock

When an engineer searches for the perfect way to start his day, he ends up inventing a way to be woken up by his favorite podcasts. 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 priv...

Dec 06, 20208 minEp. 1436

#1435 - Q&A: Can I get away without buying an SSL?

To have a secure website, you have to purchase and install a certificate known as SSL. Is this really essential? 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...

Dec 05, 20205 minEp. 1435

#1434 - Q&A: What kind of partnership agreement do I need?

This podcaster wants to partner with a coffee shop to make his own branded blend of beans. What kind of contract does he need to protect himself? 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 listener data and our privacy practice...

Dec 04, 20205 minEp. 1434

#1433 - TBT: Family Affirmation Cards Go Global

In this week’s “Throwback Thursday / Where are they now?” segment, we hear from the co-founder of a Canadian business that helps kids and families with self-worth. 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 ...

Dec 03, 20208 minEp. 1433

#1432 - Q&A: Help! I’m still overwhelmed with buying products on Alibaba

A recent Classroom episode covered the basics of buying products for resale on Alibaba—but this listener is still confused. Let’s clear up the confusion! 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 list...

Dec 02, 20205 minEp. 1432

#1431 - Catholic School Teacher Resuscitates First Aid Courses

When a teacher gets re-certified in first aid after a ten year absence, he finds that compressing his knowledge into his own course will surely elevate his 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 ...

Dec 01, 20208 minEp. 1431
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