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Side Hustle School

Chris Guillebeau / Onward Projectsidehustleschool.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

#1854 - Failure Friday: “If I had done any research, I would have picked a different country…”

In this week’s Failure Friday segment, we hear from Kassandra Marsh, an Australian graphic designer. When she had a new business idea, she jumped in without doing any research. Lesson learned: do the research. 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. Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Email: team@sidehus...

Jan 28, 20227 minEp. 1854

#1853 - TBT: “Not Your Mother’s Resumé” Service Doubles Business

In this week’s “Throwback Thursday / Where are they now?” segment, we hear from Chelsea Opare-Addo, founder of Not Your Mother’s Resumé. This tech recruiter has doubled her side income since we first told her story! 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. Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Email: team@s...

Jan 27, 20226 minEp. 1853

#1852 - Q&A: Should I buy a McDonald’s franchise?

Should you buy into an existing franchise? That’s what our caller is wondering about—they’re looking at investing in a Subway or McDonalds. Is this a $5 foot-long 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. Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Email: team@sidehustleschool.com Be on the show: SideHustleS...

Jan 26, 20225 minEp. 1852

#1851 - Conservation Scientist Designs & Sells Nonbinary Stickers

Founded by a conservation scientist on a whim, “Nonbeenary Designs” offers amusing and affirming stickers that recognize the nonbinary 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. Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Email: team@sidehustleschool.com Be on the show: SideHustleSchool.com/questions Connect...

Jan 25, 20226 minEp. 1851

#1850 - First $1,000: “I succeeded by following contradictory advice…”

In this week’s “First $1,000” segment, we hear from the seller of Pretty Old Books. What started as an idea to sell vintage book sets on Etsy turned into an entirely different business 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. Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Email: team@sidehustleschool.com Be o...

Jan 24, 20229 minEp. 1850

#1849 - Q&A: Should I sell this valuable domain name?

If you’re like me, you have way too many domains you’ve registered but never put to use. *Unlike* me, however, this listener has a highly valuable one on their hands. Should they cash out to the highest bidder or hold out for a better offer? 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. Show notes: SideHust...

Jan 23, 20224 minEp. 1849

#1848 - Q&A: “Square refunded my customer's payment!”

One of our listeners recently encountered a negative situation with their new tour guide business: they got a chargeback! How can they appeal and get back their money? 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. Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Email: team@sidehustleschool.com Be on the show: SideHustleSc...

Jan 22, 20226 minEp. 1848

#1847 - Failure Friday: “If I could do it over again, I’m not sure I would…”

In this week’s Failure Friday segment, we hear from the founder of a business that transports bicycles to adventure sport locations in Central America. After spending $40,000 to get going, he learned it was harder than he thought! 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. Show notes: SideHustleSchool.co...

Jan 21, 20228 minEp. 1847

#1846 - TBT: Aussie Dental Blog Turns Brushheads

In this week’s “Throwback Thursday / Where are they now?” segment, we hear from the co-founder of Australia’s leading dental blog. Brace yourself! 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. Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Email: team@sidehustleschool.com Be on the show: SideHustleSchool.com/questions Co...

Jan 20, 20228 minEp. 1846

#1845 - Q&A: How do songs get licensed for background music?

An independent musician seeks advice on skipping out on Spotify. Royalties for most artists are dismal on streaming services—is corporate licensing for background music a better 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. Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Email: team@sidehustleschool.com Be on the ...

Jan 19, 20225 minEp. 1845

#1844 - Nurse Quits Job for Six-Figure Parenting Blog

She was known as the pregnancy nurse—and she did so well talking to parents that she quit her job to run a popular parenting blog. It brings in multiple six figures a year! 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. Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Email: team@sidehustleschool.com Be on the show: SideHus...

Jan 18, 20227 minEp. 1844

#1843 - First $1,000: “Beekeeping is forced zen: be present or get stung!”

In this week’s “First $1,000” segment, we hear from Frank Mortimer, the self-described “Bee Man of New Jersey.” In his initial foray into selling honey at a farmers market, he learned several critical lessons. Among others: don’t forget the tasting spoons! 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. Show ...

Jan 17, 20228 minEp. 1843

#1842 - Q&A: Should I hire a designer or do it myself?

When should you hire a designer and when should you “just get it done” on your own? In this listener’s case, she’s really not sure—let’s see if we can help her make the decision. 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. Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Email: team@sidehustleschool.com Be on the show: S...

Jan 16, 20225 minEp. 1842

#1841 - Q&A: “The Super Mario Bros. civil war reenactment…”

Today’s caller has an idea to remix a historical event for a new generation. Forget about civil war reenactments—they want to create a reenactment of classic video game battles! 🍄 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. Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Email: team@sidehustleschool.com Be on the show:...

Jan 15, 20225 minEp. 1841

#1840 - Failure Friday: “We spent countless hours making videos no one watched…”

In this week’s Failure Friday segment, we hear from the co-founder of Master ABA, a site that helps families and professionals help children with autism. The two founders spent a great deal of time developing a membership that wasn’t compelling to their audience, before realizing their mistake and regrouping. 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 less...

Jan 14, 20228 minEp. 1840

#1839 - TBT: Prize Fighter Leaves Ring for Soulful CBD Sales

In this week’s “Throwback Thursday / Where are they now?” segment, we hear from Mike Lee, the co-founder of Soul CBD. After a successful boxing career, Mike hung up his gloves to enter the small business arena. 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. Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Email: team@sidehu...

Jan 13, 20228 minEp. 1839

#1838 - Q&A: “An old-school magazine about old-school businesses…”

This caller wants to start a print publication—nothing digital! What’s the business model of this potential business magazine? 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. Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Email: team@sidehustleschool.com Be on the show: SideHustleSchool.com/questions Connect on Twitter: @c...

Jan 12, 20225 minEp. 1838

#1837 - Lifelong Toy Car Fan Becomes Mega Dealer

A chance encounter at a funeral leads to a second act reselling vintage toy cars. 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. Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Email: team@sidehustleschool.com Be on the show: SideHustleSchool.com/questions Connect on Twitter: @chrisguillebeau Connect on Instagram: @193coun...

Jan 11, 20228 minEp. 1837

#1836 - First $1,000: “I had to spend $20,000 to make $1,000…”

In this week’s “First $1,000” segment, we hear from the creator of Metaphor Dice, the writing tool that plays like a game and helps you think more figuratively. How did he make his first $1,000, and what did he learn? 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. Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Email: team...

Jan 10, 20227 minEp. 1836

#1835 - Q&A: What if a company hires you and doesn’t pay up??

After a friend had a negative experience working for a company that didn’t pay up, our caller wants to make sure this doesn’t happen to him. What can he do to be proactive about invoicing and collecting payment? 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. Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Email: team@sideh...

Jan 09, 20225 minEp. 1835

#1834 - Q&A: Should I stick to my plan or accept other offers?

When you have a particular business model in mind but people want to pay you for something else—what do you do? 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. Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Email: team@sidehustleschool.com Be on the show: SideHustleSchool.com/questions Connect on Twitter: @chrisguillebeau ...

Jan 08, 20225 minEp. 1834

#1833 - Failure Friday: “My complacency set in over time…”

In this week’s Failure Friday segment, we hear from Brock McGroff, founder of TheModestMan.com. While he was focused on other things, his website plateaued in traffic and then began a gradual decline. 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. Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Email: team@sidehustleschool...

Jan 07, 20228 minEp. 1833

#1832 - TBT: Rocket Scientist Tutoring Reaches Zero Gravity

In this week’s “Throwback Thursday / Where are they now?” segment, we hear from Thais Lage, the young founder of a Florida tutoring business that now has 25 staff tutors. She does this while working full time as an aerospace engineer! 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. Show notes: SideHustleSchoo...

Jan 06, 20226 minEp. 1832

#1831 - Q&A: “I’d like to sell an Apple Watch guide…”

Today’s listener wants to make money helping people set up and get the best use out of their new smartwatch. What’s the best course of action? 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. Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Email: team@sidehustleschool.com Be on the show: SideHustleSchool.com/questions Connec...

Jan 05, 20225 minEp. 1831

#1830 - Self-Published Kindle Books Produce Full-Time Income

A government administrator builds an offramp to his day job by self-publishing books using Kindle Direct Publishing. 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. Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Email: team@sidehustleschool.com Be on the show: SideHustleSchool.com/questions Connect on Twitter: @chrisguille...

Jan 04, 20228 minEp. 1830

#1829 - First $1,000: “Don’t give up—your future self will thank you!”

In the first version of a brand-new segment for 2022, we hear from Deya Aliaga Kuhnle, the founder of DBM Bootcamp. She now runs a six-figure agency—but how did she make her first $1,000? 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. Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Email: team@sidehustleschool.com Be on th...

Jan 03, 20229 minEp. 1829

#1828 - Q&A: How to monetize a year of 40 side hustles?

Today’s listener wants to start 40 side hustles in 2022! Let’s see how we can support his ambitious project. 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. Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Email: team@sidehustleschool.com Be on the show: SideHustleSchool.com/questions Connect on Twitter: @chrisguillebeau Con...

Jan 02, 20226 minEp. 1828

#1827 - New Year, New Season! Here’s What’s Coming Up

We’re back with an all-new season! Here’s how year six (!) of Side Hustle School will work. Among other highlights: a new weekly segment, more stories + Q&A, and a $1,000 giveaway to one special listener. 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. Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Email: team@sidehust...

Jan 01, 20227 minEp. 1827

#1826 - Failure Friday: Self-Guided London Food Tours Fail to Excite

Happy New Year’s Eve! In this week’s Failure Friday segment, we hear from Jennifer Earle, founder of Chocolate Ecstasy Tours. With her guided tour business in full swing, she decides to start a self-guided version called Taste Tripper. Unfortunately, this expansion proves to be unsustainable. 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 s...

Dec 31, 20218 minEp. 1826

#1825 - TBT: “Radical Tea Towels” Promote Historical Progress

In this week’s “Throwback Thursday / Where are they now?” segment, we hear from the co-founder of Radical Tea Towels, a British family business that promotes historical progress and modern messages of change. 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...

Dec 30, 20219 minEp. 1825