Chris Guillebeau

Side Hustle School

Business EN ↓ 3536 episodes

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Chris Guillebeau

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#822 - Artistic Duo Sells 8,000 T-Shirts in One Year 02.04.2019 6:47

When two friends find themselves in a turbulent journalism industry that eventually closes its doors to them, they strike out on their own—but not before finding more stable jobs first. Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results ar...

#821 - College Grads Start $6 Million Agency in Social Media Wild West 01.04.2019 7:46

Today’s featured hustlers were in the first wave of college students to use Facebook. It didn’t take long to see how big it would become—and how much money they could make with it. Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. ...

#820 - WEEKLY RECAP: Treat Your Business Like It's Alive 31.03.2019 10:49

In our thirteenth recap of Season III, we'll highlight the lessons learned in this week. Also: an audio update from a previous case study! Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. Share: #SideHustleSchool Show notes: SideHu...

#819 - Architect Designs Blueprint For Fashionable Online Shop 30.03.2019 8:20

A childhood love of sewing comes in handy for this architect’s side hustle goals later in life. Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. Share: #SideHustleSchool Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Twitter: @chrisguillebeau...

#818 - Jealous Designer Starts Popular Art Blog 29.03.2019 9:44

Jealousy leads to opportunity when a bored graphic designer channels her love of artwork into an online masterpiece. Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. Share: #SideHustleSchool Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Twitte...

#817 - If At First You Don’t Succeed, Tarot Again 28.03.2019 8:19

When her initial idea to make chocolate proves to be more challenging than expected, an illustrative Seattleite finds something mystical in her hand-drawn packaging. Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. Share: #SideH...

#816 - Rustic Wall Hangings Rack Up Worthwhile Profits 27.03.2019 7:55

A self-taught manufacturer of home decor transitions her part-time curiosity into a full-time woodworking business. Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. Share: #SideHustleSchool Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Twitter...

#815 - Personal Problem Leads to Profitable Project 26.03.2019 7:57

Thousands of women struggle to pee while wearing shapewear after a surgery. This side hustler and her product designer husband invent a no-mess solution! Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. Share: #SideHustleSchool Sh...

#814 - Cocktail Lovers Earn Liquid Profits from Boozy Pins 25.03.2019 7:45

An expat couple captures the spirit of their favorite drinks with punny cocktail pins. Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. Share: #SideHustleSchool Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Twitter: @chrisguillebeau To learn mo...

#813 - WEEKLY RECAP: What Happens When a Partnership Ends? 24.03.2019 12:01

In our eleventh recap of Season III, we'll highlight the lessons learned in this week. Also: an audio update from a previous case study! Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. Share: #SideHustleSchool Show notes: SideHust...

#812 - Photojournalist Crafts Fighter Jet Jewelry to Relive History 23.03.2019 8:11

A New Zealander’s artistic side hustle encourages nostalgia while providing extra income and a creative outlet. Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. Share: #SideHustleSchool Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Twitter: @ch...

#811 - Colorado Artist Quits Job, Goes Back to Work, Then Quits Again 22.03.2019 7:34

A Colorado artist utilizes Instagram and wholesale relationships to grow his following and bank account with unique designs. When his first attempt to go full-time ends in frustration, he regroups for a second attempt. Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along...

#810 - Freelancer Starts New Hustle to Help Frustrated Clients 21.03.2019 8:46

Many of this freelancer’s clients all suffered from the same frustrations. They needed more time and fewer headaches—so she started a project to help them build productive systems. Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. ...

#809 - ABC News Reporter Dishes Out Profitable Pizza Tour 20.03.2019 8:06

A Chicago food reporter launches weekly pizza tours, showing Windy City visitors that there’s more to life than just deep-dish. Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. Share: #SideHustleSchool Show notes: SideHustleSchool...

#808 - The 50 Shades of Editing Romance Novels 19.03.2019 9:11

A corporate recruiter pursues a steamy side business editing romance novels. Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow notes: SideHustleSchool.com Twitter: @chrisguillebeau To learn more about...

#807 - Rosary Bead Hustle Pays Bills for Homeschooling Mom 18.03.2019 8:32

A stay-at-home mom’s prayers are answered when she begins to earn a full-time income making and selling rosary beads. Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. Share: #SideHustleSchool Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Twitt...

#806 - WEEKLY RECAP: The Conversion Problem 17.03.2019 11:04

In our tenth recap of Season III, we'll highlight the lessons learned in this week. Also: an audio update from a previous case study! Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. Share: #SideHustleSchool Show notes: SideHustleS...

#805 - Math Major Counts Cards, Beats Vegas Dealers 16.03.2019 7:31

Beat the dealer! Putting his college degree to good use, a Christian card-counter earns hundreds of thousands of dollars at the casino. Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. Share: #SideHustleSchool Show notes: SideHustl...

#804 - Shy Expat Uses “Deep Questions” Cards to Spark Conversations 15.03.2019 7:43

After moving to Toronto, this German video marketer years to create meaningful connections. He finds the answer in a series of playing cards he calls “Ask Deep Questions.” Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. Share: #Si...

#803 - Financial Analyst Unearths Organic Plant Shop 14.03.2019 9:00

After growing up with a green thumb, this full-time analyst digs her way to fun, part-time foliage profits. Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow notes: SideHustleSchool.comTwitter: @chrisguil...

#802 - Think Like a Lawyer: An Underground School For Lifelong Learning 13.03.2019 9:25

An unconventional attorney starts a non-traditional adult education school that grows to more than 900 courses. Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow notes: SideHustleSchool.comTwitter: @chri...

#801 - Tote-ally Functional Bags for Women on the Go 12.03.2019 7:38

Keep calm and carry on! After struggling with her bags on the subway one too many times, a New Yorker takes the problem into her own hands and makes over $100,000. Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. Share: #SideHustle...

#800 - The Sisterhood of the Traveling Digital Nomads 11.03.2019 8:29

A German chemist goes nomadic and builds a community for women who work remotely. Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow notes: SideHustleSchool.comTwitter: @chrisguillebeau To learn more abou...

#799 - WEEKLY RECAP: Listener Success Stories (and more!) 10.03.2019 11:47

#798 - Continuing Education Directory Earns Six Figures 09.03.2019 8:47

An Australian woman leaves her marketing agency to launch a directory for architects in need of professional development credits. Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. Share: #SideHustleSchool Show notes: SideHustleSchoo...