In this week’s “Throwback Thursday / Where are they now?” segment, we hear from the creator of the ParkPuff, a “go anywhere” seat belt pillow for cancer and surgery patients. Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Email: team@sidehustleschool.com Be on the show: SideHustleSchool.com/questions Connect on Twitter: @chrisguillebeau Connect on Instagram: @193countries Visit Chris's main site: ChrisGuillebeau.com If you're enjoying the show, please pass it along! It's free and has been published every sing...
Sep 30, 2021•8 min•Ep. 1734
This listener’s dad has an extra half million Frequent Flyer miles sitting around. The surplus has got them both thinking: is there a way they can get paid by matching discounted miles with budget flyers? Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Email: team@sidehustleschool.com Be on the show: SideHustleSchool.com/questions Connect on Twitter: @chrisguillebeau Connect on Instagram: @193countries Visit Chris's main site: ChrisGuillebeau.com If you're enjoying the show, please pass it along! It's free and...
Sep 29, 2021•5 min•Ep. 1733
When an aerospace manager decides to embrace her gray hair, she starts a blog to help others in similar situations. Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Email: team@sidehustleschool.com Be on the show: SideHustleSchool.com/questions Connect on Twitter: @chrisguillebeau Connect on Instagram: @193countries Visit Chris's main site: ChrisGuillebeau.com If you're enjoying the show, please pass it along! It's free and has been published every single day since January 1, 2017. We're also very grateful for ...
Sep 28, 2021•8 min•Ep. 1732
Today’s caller has an important question: if you use Fulfillment by Amazon, how do you go about building your platform? After all, Amazon controls the entire customer service process and doesn’t even let you know who’s buying. Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Email: team@sidehustleschool.com Be on the show: SideHustleSchool.com/questions Connect on Twitter: @chrisguillebeau Connect on Instagram: @193countries Visit Chris's main site: ChrisGuillebeau.com If you're enjoying the show, please pass i...
Sep 27, 2021•5 min•Ep. 1731
This English teacher has a passion for writing. After a few unexpected twists and turns in his career, he’s using his skills to help others find their dream jobs. Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Email: team@sidehustleschool.com Be on the show: SideHustleSchool.com/questions Connect on Twitter: @chrisguillebeau Connect on Instagram: @193countries Visit Chris's main site: ChrisGuillebeau.com If you're enjoying the show, please pass it along! It's free and has been published every single day since...
Sep 26, 2021•6 min•Ep. 1730
Some online courses cost $30, others cost $1,000 or more. What’s the difference between a lower-priced course and a higher-priced one—are the more expensive ones just “better” or is there more to the story? Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Email: team@sidehustleschool.com Be on the show: SideHustleSchool.com/questions Connect on Twitter: @chrisguillebeau Connect on Instagram: @193countries Visit Chris's main site: ChrisGuillebeau.com If you're enjoying the show, please pass it along! It's free a...
Sep 25, 2021•5 min•Ep. 1729
In this week’s Failure Friday segment, we hear from Jonathan Fields (!), author of Sparked. The morning his popular yoga studio received a VIP guest, the sound system broke down. He ran out to get a new one just in time, and the problem was solved—or was it? Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Email: team@sidehustleschool.com Be on the show: SideHustleSchool.com/questions Connect on Twitter: @chrisguillebeau Connect on Instagram: @193countries Visit Chris's main site: ChrisGuillebeau.com If you're ...
Sep 24, 2021•9 min•Ep. 1728
In this week’s “Throwback Thursday / Where are they now?” segment, we hear from the owner of ColorHype. Initially a local painting class business based in Texas, ColorHype adapted during the pandemic and sold more than 8,000 painting kits to customers nationwide. Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Email: team@sidehustleschool.com Be on the show: SideHustleSchool.com/questions Connect on Twitter: @chrisguillebeau Connect on Instagram: @193countries Visit Chris's main site: ChrisGuillebeau.com If yo...
Sep 23, 2021•7 min•Ep. 1727
Two years ago, one of our listeners made $30,000 selling t-shirts on Amazon without stocking any inventory. Opportunities come and go, however, and today’s caller is wondering if the Merch by Amazon program is still viable. Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Email: team@sidehustleschool.com Be on the show: SideHustleSchool.com/questions Connect on Twitter: @chrisguillebeau Connect on Instagram: @193countries Visit Chris's main site: ChrisGuillebeau.com If you're enjoying the show, please pass it a...
Sep 22, 2021•5 min•Ep. 1726
A dinosaur loving couple starts a podcast about their favorite ancient reptiles, hosting more than 350 episodes and now bringing in a full-time income. Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Email: team@sidehustleschool.com Be on the show: SideHustleSchool.com/questions Connect on Twitter: @chrisguillebeau Connect on Instagram: @193countries Visit Chris's main site: ChrisGuillebeau.com If you're enjoying the show, please pass it along! It's free and has been published every single day since January 1,...
Sep 21, 2021•7 min•Ep. 1725
Today’s caller wants to recruit supporters on OnlyFans, but she doesn’t provide “adult” services. Is it possible to use this platform for PG-related patronage? Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Email: team@sidehustleschool.com Be on the show: SideHustleSchool.com/questions Connect on Twitter: @chrisguillebeau Connect on Instagram: @193countries Visit Chris's main site: ChrisGuillebeau.com If you're enjoying the show, please pass it along! It's free and has been published every single day since Ja...
Sep 20, 2021•5 min•Ep. 1724
Pandemic demand for outdoor activities helped this seasonal side hustle—but what really allowed it to thrive was the owner’s use of Google Maps. Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Email: team@sidehustleschool.com Be on the show: SideHustleSchool.com/questions Connect on Twitter: @chrisguillebeau Connect on Instagram: @193countries Visit Chris's main site: ChrisGuillebeau.com If you're enjoying the show, please pass it along! It's free and has been published every single day since January 1, 2017. ...
Sep 19, 2021•7 min•Ep. 1723
The airlines make millions of dollars pushing useless travel insurance policies. How can you get in on the racket?? Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Email: team@sidehustleschool.com Be on the show: SideHustleSchool.com/questions Connect on Twitter: @chrisguillebeau Connect on Instagram: @193countries Visit Chris's main site: ChrisGuillebeau.com If you're enjoying the show, please pass it along! It's free and has been published every single day since January 1, 2017. We're also very grateful for ...
Sep 18, 2021•6 min•Ep. 1722
In this week’s Failure Friday segment, we hear from the founder of a consulting training firm. As his business grew, he went against his intuition and hired an overseas virtual assistant. Unfortunately, this new employee created more problems than they solved. Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Email: team@sidehustleschool.com Be on the show: SideHustleSchool.com/questions Connect on Twitter: @chrisguillebeau Connect on Instagram: @193countries Visit Chris's main site: ChrisGuillebeau.com If you'r...
Sep 17, 2021•6 min•Ep. 1721
In this week’s “Throwback Thursday / Where are they now?” segment, we hear from the Sacramento-based co-owner of Comic Crate, a monthly comic book subscription box service. Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Email: team@sidehustleschool.com Be on the show: SideHustleSchool.com/questions Connect on Twitter: @chrisguillebeau Connect on Instagram: @193countries Visit Chris's main site: ChrisGuillebeau.com If you're enjoying the show, please pass it along! It's free and has been published every single...
Sep 16, 2021•7 min•Ep. 1720
Amazing story: one of our listeners in the UK won a contest (with 315,000 entrants) to live anywhere with Airbnb for a whole year. Awesome, right? He’s now wondering how to maximize the publicity his family is getting. Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Email: team@sidehustleschool.com Be on the show: SideHustleSchool.com/questions Connect on Twitter: @chrisguillebeau Connect on Instagram: @193countries Visit Chris's main site: ChrisGuillebeau.com If you're enjoying the show, please pass it along!...
Sep 15, 2021•6 min•Ep. 1719
When a mom of two wants to avoid returning to full time employment, she starts freelance writing. An assignment for a women’s fitness website leads to much more when she adapts their model for herself. Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Email: team@sidehustleschool.com Be on the show: SideHustleSchool.com/questions Connect on Twitter: @chrisguillebeau Connect on Instagram: @193countries Visit Chris's main site: ChrisGuillebeau.com If you're enjoying the show, please pass it along! It's free and ha...
Sep 14, 2021•8 min•Ep. 1718
A listener from Germany immigrated to the U.S. several years ago. He found the legal process to be confusing, and now wants to help guide other German-speakers through the experience. Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Email: team@sidehustleschool.com Be on the show: SideHustleSchool.com/questions Connect on Twitter: @chrisguillebeau Connect on Instagram: @193countries Visit Chris's main site: ChrisGuillebeau.com If you're enjoying the show, please pass it along! It's free and has been published e...
Sep 13, 2021•6 min•Ep. 1717
A Washington, D.C. resident originally from Hong Kong uses Facebook Marketplace to cultivate a $4,000/month houseplant hustle, all based on the Chinese principles of Feng Shui. Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Email: team@sidehustleschool.com Be on the show: SideHustleSchool.com/questions Connect on Twitter: @chrisguillebeau Connect on Instagram: @193countries Visit Chris's main site: ChrisGuillebeau.com If you're enjoying the show, please pass it along! It's free and has been published every si...
Sep 12, 2021•6 min•Ep. 1716
A listener and her teenager have been getting off to a good start selling on Facebook Marketplace. They now have the chance to sell for others, and are wondering about some best practices. Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Email: team@sidehustleschool.com Be on the show: SideHustleSchool.com/questions Connect on Twitter: @chrisguillebeau Connect on Instagram: @193countries Visit Chris's main site: ChrisGuillebeau.com If you're enjoying the show, please pass it along! It's free and has been publis...
Sep 11, 2021•5 min•Ep. 1715
In this week’s Failure Friday segment, we hear from Meredith Golden, the founder of an app that provides transparency and truth in dating. Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Email: team@sidehustleschool.com Be on the show: SideHustleSchool.com/questions Connect on Twitter: @chrisguillebeau Connect on Instagram: @193countries Visit Chris's main site: ChrisGuillebeau.com If you're enjoying the show, please pass it along! It's free and has been published every single day since January 1, 2017. We're ...
Sep 10, 2021•8 min•Ep. 1714
In this week’s “Throwback Thursday / Where are they now?” segment, we hear from the owner of Heathen Wines. After hosting tours all over Europe, he changed his business model during the pandemic to offer virtual tours and sell private label wine. Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Email: team@sidehustleschool.com Be on the show: SideHustleSchool.com/questions Connect on Twitter: @chrisguillebeau Connect on Instagram: @193countries Visit Chris's main site: ChrisGuillebeau.com If you're enjoying the...
Sep 09, 2021•6 min•Ep. 1713
Today’s listener has a creative idea, but also some sky-high problems to solve. Is it possible to trade unused plane tickets between passengers with different names? Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Email: team@sidehustleschool.com Be on the show: SideHustleSchool.com/questions Connect on Twitter: @chrisguillebeau Connect on Instagram: @193countries Visit Chris's main site: ChrisGuillebeau.com If you're enjoying the show, please pass it along! It's free and has been published every single day si...
Sep 08, 2021•6 min•Ep. 1712
When her school district goes remote, this P.E. Teacher (and former pro volleyball player!) begins teaching daily on YouTube. Within two months, she starts a new business and quits her job to go all-in. Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Email: team@sidehustleschool.com Be on the show: SideHustleSchool.com/questions Connect on Twitter: @chrisguillebeau Connect on Instagram: @193countries Visit Chris's main site: ChrisGuillebeau.com If you're enjoying the show, please pass it along! It's free and h...
Sep 07, 2021•8 min•Ep. 1711
This Gen Z listener wants to become a financial advisor for her generation. How can she build her authority and platform? Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Email: team@sidehustleschool.com Be on the show: SideHustleSchool.com/questions Connect on Twitter: @chrisguillebeau Connect on Instagram: @193countries Visit Chris's main site: ChrisGuillebeau.com If you're enjoying the show, please pass it along! It's free and has been published every single day since January 1, 2017. We're also very gratefu...
Sep 06, 2021•5 min•Ep. 1710
While waiting in line at a food truck, this Miami man discovers a way to build professional looking apps without learning how to code. He now earns a substantial side income building them for clients. Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Email: team@sidehustleschool.com Be on the show: SideHustleSchool.com/questions Connect on Twitter: @chrisguillebeau Connect on Instagram: @193countries Visit Chris's main site: ChrisGuillebeau.com If you're enjoying the show, please pass it along! It's free and has...
Sep 05, 2021•7 min•Ep. 1709
A listener with a YouTube channel about quitting smoking wants to earn commissions by referring viewers to therapists. What are the ethical and practical concerns of this idea? Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Email: team@sidehustleschool.com Be on the show: SideHustleSchool.com/questions Connect on Twitter: @chrisguillebeau Connect on Instagram: @193countries Visit Chris's main site: ChrisGuillebeau.com If you're enjoying the show, please pass it along! It's free and has been published every si...
Sep 04, 2021•5 min•Ep. 1708
In this week’s Failure Friday segment, we hear from a boudoir photographer who diligently planned for her first webinar with 400 excited attendees—but the platform could only handle 50 of them. Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Email: team@sidehustleschool.com Be on the show: SideHustleSchool.com/questions Connect on Twitter: @chrisguillebeau Connect on Instagram: @193countries Visit Chris's main site: ChrisGuillebeau.com If you're enjoying the show, please pass it along! It's free and has been p...
Sep 03, 2021•8 min•Ep. 1707
In this week’s “Throwback Thursday / Where are they now?” segment, we hear from the co-founder of Muertos Coffee. This coffee is strong enough to raise the dead! Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Email: team@sidehustleschool.com Be on the show: SideHustleSchool.com/questions Connect on Twitter: @chrisguillebeau Connect on Instagram: @193countries Visit Chris's main site: ChrisGuillebeau.com If you're enjoying the show, please pass it along! It's free and has been published every single day since ...
Sep 02, 2021•6 min•Ep. 1706
How does a side hustle fit into your overall savings plan? That’s what our listener wants to know, in response to some recent comments on different asset classes. Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Email: team@sidehustleschool.com Be on the show: SideHustleSchool.com/questions Connect on Twitter: @chrisguillebeau Connect on Instagram: @193countries Visit Chris's main site: ChrisGuillebeau.com If you're enjoying the show, please pass it along! It's free and has been published every single day since...
Sep 01, 2021•5 min•Ep. 1705
