Side Hustle School

NextDoor is not primarily designed as a platform for you to go crazy and sell a bunch of stuff. So if you DO want to sell there—what do you need 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 we...

An unconventional workout tool becomes a hit on Kickstarter, then goes on to earn $20,000 a month for its creator.  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: t...

In this week's “Throwback Thursday” segment, we hear from a graphic designer who does custom illustrations for weddings and other events. It's now a seven-figure 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 se...

A listener has been selling on Etsy and wants to make the switch to Shopify. What's the best way to do 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. Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Email: team@sidehust...

Today's caller wants to know about the easiest and most helpful tools to write a non-fiction book. Unfortunately, books do not write themselves, but we'll give him three resources that might 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 gui...

In this week's First $1,000 segment, we hear from Jodi Carlson, who sells resources and materials for Girl Scout troop leaders.  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...

When this government employee is let go from his job, he stumbles upon a reselling opportunity that would end up helping his family ride the coming recession—and eventually earn six figures in a single 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 gu...

Today's caller wants to help brands improve their Terms & Conditions, also known as T&C. Can she design and license a template that companies will pay 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...

In this week's Failure Friday segment, we hear from the founder of Kettlebell Kings, an ecommerce shop. When a big early order from a supplier went terribly wrong, he had to regroup and learn resilience.  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 lesso...

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...

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 d...

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...

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 Emai...

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...

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 note...

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: SideHustleSc...

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 s...

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 liste...

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...

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: S...

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 ea...

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 da...

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...

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...

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&am...