Side Hustle School

His friends kept asking him to lead tours of Myanmar, and he finally agreed. But he wasn’t going to stick to the usual sights—his ‘un-tours’ would be anything but typical. 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 e...

Today’s listener wants to serve the masses of people who buy Apple products but would shop for Android and PC devices if they knew what to buy. It’s an interesting market—how can he succeed? 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...

In this week’s Failure Friday segment, we hear from Kelan from TheSavvyCouple.com. In his early days, he sold on eBay and Amazon. It was all going well, until a supplier problem led to him getting banned—permanently! 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 guide...

In this week’s “Throwback Thursday” segment, we hear from the co-founder of Bean Goods, which sells dachshund-themed apparel for dogs and humans. 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: &nbs...

Today’s listener has a legal question that I can actually answer with some confidence: what are the rules about quoting or referencing someone else’s work in something you offer for sale? 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&...

Today we’re going to hear from a CPA in the midwest who wants to focus on retaining clients. This is more important than finding new clients! 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:  Si...

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 systems administrator and lifelong guitar player generates thousands per month writing about his musical hobby.  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 Ema...

Our listener has seen furniture stores offer non-stop sales. Is there any reason they can’t have a sale that never ends in their business?  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: &nbsp...

An illustrator gives boring wedding photo booth props a much-needed upgrade, creating an alternative to greeting cards at the same time. 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:  SideHus...

In this week’s “Throwback Thursday” segment, we hear from a doctor who makes plush toys in the shape of human organs to teach kids about the body.  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 note...

Today’s listener received some free display equipment at a trade show. Can he resell it without worrying, or does this create an ethical dilemma?  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...

Today’s caller wants to start an English-speaking anime club in Japan. With the country recently re-opened for visitors, let’s get this party started! 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:...

In this week’s First $1,000 segment, we hear from a Chicago native who starts “Day Job Dogwalking” during the pandemic. While juggling work calls with her employer, she gets paid (and eventually hires someone) to walk dogs in her neighborhood. 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, t...

In trying to remedy his own workout injuries, this physical therapist invents a portable device to relieve pain. He then patents the device and sells 57,000 of them.   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...

Today’s listener is wondering about applying the Pareto principle to the world of side hustles. What can we learn—and what should we do differently as a result of this knowledge? 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...

In this week’s Failure Friday segment, we hear from the founder of a project management tool. An early pitch to a major investor got off to a rough start. 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...

In this week’s “Throwback Thursday” segment, we hear from a graphic designer who started off by specializing in pet businesses. She’s now trying to go off-leash and retrieve clients in other industries … is she barking up the wrong tree?  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, t...

An attorney who isn’t home much would like to earn passive income from renting out her spare bedroom. What does she need to know, and is there any way to make it easier? 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 eac...

Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and presumably some other networks are all jumping on the premium podcast train. If you want to start one—a podcast as a paid subscription–how do you do it?  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&...

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....

A traveler’s attempt to pay rent turns into one of Amsterdam’s premier touring companies. 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...

If you’re familiar with any of the major streaming platforms, you might be aware that there are cover versions of lots of popular songs. How does this work in the business sense? 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...

An Australian woman leaves her marketing agency to launch a profitable business for architects in need of professional development credits. 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:  Side...

In this week’s “Throwback Thursday” segment, we revisit a savvy idea to make silky, smooth, shiny pillowcases. 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@...