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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

Ep. 3309 - TBT: “MomBox” Expands to Popular Subscription Box Service

In this week's “Throwback Thursday” segment, we hear from Kate Westervelt, the founder of MomBox. She's gone from frustrated new mom to CEO of a growing startup! 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.c...

Jan 22, 20267 minEp. 3309

Ep. 3308 - Q&A: “What are the ethics of paid referrals to therapists?”

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? 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: Sid...

Jan 21, 20264 minEp. 3308

Ep. 3307 - Q&A: “Should I charge a flat fee or percentage?”

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. 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 t...

Jan 20, 20265 minEp. 3307

Ep. 3306 - First $1,000: “The pre-launch brought in $1,000 on day one…”

In this week's First $1,000 segment, we hear from the founder of Brave Count, a subscription box for military spouses. 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 Instagram: @193coun...

Jan 19, 20268 minEp. 3306

Ep. 3305 - STORY: Engineer Makes $80,000/Year Handing Out Free Maps

A former sound engineer in Texas maps out a successful career by providing free information guides for hotel guests. Advertisers pay for their business to get in front of out-of-town guests. 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...

Jan 18, 20267 minEp. 3305

Ep. 3304 - Q&A: “Is it better to have more projects or a single focus?”

It's the age-old question: how many side hustles should you try to tackle at once—and is there any process-driven way to make this 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: SideHustleSchool.com/questions Connect ...

Jan 17, 20265 minEp. 3304

Ep. 3303 - STORY: Food Tour Guide Chomps Down on $100,000 Profit

After first beginning with private cooking lessons, this former marketer discovers an even bigger opportunity in the world of food tours. 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 ...

Jan 16, 20266 minEp. 3303

3302 - TBT: Mystery Trip Biz Doubles Down on Thrills

In this week's “Throwback Thursday” segment, we hear from Dave Green, the founder of Mystery Trip. His in-person event planning service has adjusted well to a hybrid 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: SideHus...

Jan 15, 20267 minEp. 3302

Ep. 3301 - 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 14, 20265 minEp. 3301

Ep. 3300 - Q&A: “How many ‘wine-of-the-month’ clubs are there??”

Today's caller has seen many “of-the-month” clubs, ranging from wine, plants, and even all the way to pickles. With so many of them out there, does that mean the market is saturated? 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 sho...

Jan 13, 20265 minEp. 3300

Ep. 3299 - First $1,000: Fashion Affiliate Earns $10,000/Month

In this week's First $1,000 segment, we hear from a fashion lover who uses affiliate campaigns to earn commissions. This new business is taking off! 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 ...

Jan 12, 20266 minEp. 3299

Ep. 3298 - STORY: Rehearsal App for Actors Earns $500,000

Not satisfied with the iPhone's built-in Voice Recorder, a radio host and acting coach creates his own app to help actors rehearse. It goes on to earn more than $500,000. 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 the show: SideHustl...

Jan 11, 20267 minEp. 3298

Ep. 3297 - Q&A: “Should I pay $2,000 for a domain name I really want?”

Today's listener has found the perfect domain for her new website and YouTube channel, but it's already been registered and the seller wants $2,000 for it. What should she 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: Side...

Jan 10, 20265 minEp. 3297

Ep. 3296 - Failure Friday: “Apple rejected my game before it even launched…”

In this week's Failure Friday segment, we hear from a mobile game developer with an ambitious idea—so ambitious that it never got off the ground. 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 Con...

Jan 09, 20266 minEp. 3296

Ep. 3295 - TBT: Best Guitar Lessons in the Universe

In this week's “Throwback Thursday” segment, we hear from a university administrator who creates a sustainable full-time income from teaching guitar. 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...

Jan 08, 20268 minEp. 3295

Ep. 3294 - Q&A: “I’m offering executive coaching at a high price…”

Today's caller is on their second attempt with a coaching service for busy executives. It's a big-ticket item, but the first round didn't go very well. What should they change for take two? 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 ...

Jan 07, 20264 minEp. 3294

Ep. 3293 - Q&A: “How can an author succeed these days?”

Our caller today has been working on her first novel, and she doesn't want it to be confined to a drawer forever. She wants to sell it! But she's also feeling discouraged, because so many books are commercially unsuccessful. What should she consider? 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:...

Jan 06, 20265 minEp. 3293

Ep. 3292 - First $1,000: Comedy Podcast Editor Creates Recurring Income

In this week's First $1,000 segment, we hear from a freelance podcast editor who decided to specialize in comedy shows. From pricing strategies to building efficient systems, hear how he turned his knack for comedic timing into a moneymaking side hustle. 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 no...

Jan 05, 20266 minEp. 3292

Ep. 3291 - STORY: Dachshund-Loving Duo Designs Doxie Apparel

Two dog lovers create and grow a wiener-dog themed brand that now provides a six-figure 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. Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Email: team@sidehustleschool.com Be on the show: SideHustleSchool.com/questions Connect on Instagram: @193countries Visit Chris's mai...

Jan 04, 20267 minEp. 3291

Ep. 3290 - Q&A: “What if you don't want to use social media?”

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. Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Email: team@sidehustleschool.com Be on t...

Jan 03, 20266 minEp. 3290

Ep. 3289 - STORY: Rent the Chicken! An Egg-Cellent Idea Clucks Into Cash

This Pennsylvania couple rents out 2,000 chickens to people interested in urban homesteading. It's a side hustle worth clucking about! 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 Ins...

Jan 02, 20267 minEp. 3289

Ep. 3288 - Side Hustle School Season 10 Starts TODAY

We're back with an all-new season! Here's how year ten (!) of Side Hustle School will work. Introducing new features, music, and another 365 days of episodes. 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/...

Jan 01, 20268 minEp. 3288

Ep. 3287 - STORY: Military-Themed Teddy Bears Help Kids Hibernate

An in-house ad executive turned teddy bear manufacturer creates a military-grade sleep system for children, earning six figures in sales and making a lot of people beary happy. 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: Sid...

Dec 31, 20259 minEp. 3287

Ep. 3286 - Q&A: “After nine years of daily episodes, what’s next?”

A longtime listener inquires about the future of Side Hustle School. Don't worry, we're not done! 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 Instagram: @193countries Visit Chris's m...

Dec 30, 20255 minEp. 3286

Ep. 3285 - First $1,000: A Discord Server That Pays the Rent

In this week's Throwback Thursday segment, discover how one creative learner built a thriving online community—and why most of its value has nothing to do with algorithms or ads. 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...

Dec 29, 20255 minEp. 3285

Ep. 3284 - Weekend Workshop: From Wedding Dresses to State Legislature

This new segment is all about helping you learn the key steps to a new side hustle in 2025, one step or concept per week. It includes activities, examples, and more—and of course it's all free. Today's topic: a young entrepreneur builds her way to the Nebraska State Legislature. 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 severa...

Dec 28, 20256 minEp. 3284

Ep. 3283 - Q&A: “How can I keep from negotiating against myself?”

Today's caller undercuts her own price before the client even speaks. Let's help her overcome this pattern of self-sabotage! 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 Instagram: @1...

Dec 27, 20255 minEp. 3283

Ep. 3282 - Q&A: “I’m ready to raise prices … but how?”

Inflation climbs and workload grows, but rates stay frozen—sound familiar? Today we'll run a quick value check, set a price-rise timeline, and craft a client email that keeps loyalty high. 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 t...

Dec 26, 20255 minEp. 3282

Ep. 3281 - TBT: After 1,700 Years, I Outsourced Christmas

In this week's Throwback Thursday segment, hear how the North Pole's most iconic founder finally pivoted from production to licensing—earning passive income while keeping the magic alive. 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...

Dec 25, 20257 minEp. 3281

Ep. 3280 - STORY: The Rise and Fall of BirdSupplies.com

Before the boom of online shopping, this bird lover struggled to find quality products for her feathery friends. She decided to take flight herself, earning up to $250,000/year reselling supplies. Squawk! 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@sidehustlesc...

Dec 24, 20258 minEp. 3280
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