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

Episodes

#464 - College Student Starts Historic Letter Subscription Service 09.04.2018 9:36

A student cashes in on his love of history by mailing beautifully designed letters to monthly subscribers.  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:...

#463 - Weekly Recap: How NOT to Add People to Your Email List 08.04.2018 16:25

In our fourteenth recap of Season II, we'll highlight the lessons learned in this week. Also: listener Q&A!   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.comTwi...

#462 - Adjunct Professor Puts Course on YouTube for $100k Profit 07.04.2018 8:57

An adjunct community college professor uploads his final course to YouTube, then converts it to a Udemy course. In just sixteen months, he reaches almost 35,000 students and makes over $100,000 in 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...

#461 - EMT Moonlights as App Builder, Earns $15,000 a Month 06.04.2018 8:28

An emergency medical technical builds iPhone apps on the side, landing gigs with Buzzfeed and the University of Massachusetts.    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: Si...

#460 - Stay-at-Home-Mom Hires Army of College Students 05.04.2018 10:15

A new mom helps party hosts plan their events. After hiring college students to do the work, she parties her way to a European vacation, complete with Beyoncé tour tickets.    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...

#459 - Aussie Woman Earns Up to $4,000/Month Painting Faces 04.04.2018 7:17

When she left her job, she found herself longing to reconnect with a favorite hobby. So she grabbed some paints and brushes—and within an hour, found her first client.    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.&nbs...

#458 - Pathetic Triathlete Creates $30,000 Facebook Group 03.04.2018 8:57

Frustrated with snobby and overly-serious triathletes, a man creates a Facebook group for more casual and fun discussion. It then transforms into a $30,000 side hustle with tens of thousands of members.    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...

#457 - Kiwi Coder Makes Extra $50,000/Year from Virtual Paintbrushes 02.04.2018 9:16

A New Zealand-based software developer puts her digital skills to artistic use by creating virtual lettering brushes for budding digital calligraphers.    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...

#456 - Weekly Recap: Tips on Crowdfunding Campaigns & Clutter-Clearing 01.04.2018 12:59

In our thirteenth recap of Season II, we'll highlight the lessons learned in this week. Also: listener Q&A!    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....

#455 - Canadian Sports Enthusiast Earns $1,000/Month Selling Quirky Apparel 31.03.2018 8:08

After learning to design and screen print sweatshirts in college, a Canadian skateboarder starts an Etsy shop that produces consistent, passive income.  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: #SideHustleSc...

#454 - Vintage Clothing Shop Sells Retro Jeans for Modern Money 30.03.2018 6:58

The daughter of Ukrainian immigrants turns a love of shopping into an e-commerce shop selling one-of-a-kind vintage clothing.     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 note...

#453 - Senior Center Director Creates Virtual Training Service 29.03.2018 9:19

A director of operations at a senior center comes up with a way to improve training services—while building a sustainable side income.    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 n...

#452 - Acrobatic Mom Jumps Through Hoops to Become High-flying Entertainer 28.03.2018 7:33

It’s a bird, it’s a plane… or actually, it’s an acrobatic performance troupe that started as one mom’s side hustle, and now employs 14 people.    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: #SideHustleScho...

#451 - “Random Acts of Kindness” Project Earns Non-Random Cash Money 27.03.2018 6:48

A new dad’s random acts of kindness kit sparks a movement of positivity while bringing in an extra $500/month.    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.c...

#450 - In a World of Uncertainty, Build Your Own Security 26.03.2018 7:54

After being laid off, a Denver man turns his hobby into a full-time gig that earns $8,000/month.    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: @ch...

#449 - Weekly Recap: Are My Profit Margins Too High? 25.03.2018 14:34

In our twelfth recap of Season II, we'll highlight the lessons learned in this week. Also: listener Q&A!    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...

#448 - Santa Barbara Gift Shop Sells Soulful Succulents 24.03.2018 7:59

She had always wanted to open a bricks-and-mortar retail store, but it was always too expensive—until now.    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.comTw...

#447 - Public Health Employee Earns Extra $2,000/Month with Salesforce Consulting 23.03.2018 9:31

An enterprising nonprofit employee bids for consulting contracts, earning a steady second income each month. 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: @chr...

#446 - Canadian Mom Spells Out Success with Letterboard Loot 22.03.2018 7:20

After a search for customizable letter boards leaves her empty-handed, a Side Hustle School listener sees the writing on the wall. 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: SideHustleS...

#445 - Engineer Reprograms Herself, Finds Confidence to Start Over 21.03.2018 9:49

After two failed attempts, a software developer’s passion for web development puts her on the path to profit.    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.co...

#444 - Childhood Game Master Earns $1 Million from Nerdy Kickstarter Campaigns 20.03.2018 10:26

This Ohio man loves board games so much that he made his own—and when he tries to raise $6,000 through a Kickstarter campaign, he ends up with much more than he ever imagined.    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...

#443 - Online Dating Profile Service Turns Frogs Into Princes 19.03.2018 7:04

A Massachusetts woman helps men improve their online dating profiles. Tip #1: stop being creepy.    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: @ch...

#442 - Weekly Recap: My Most Awkward and Embarrassing Moment 18.03.2018 12:24

In our ninth recap of Season II, we'll highlight the lessons learned in this week. Also: listener Q&A! 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...

#441 - Australian Designer Starts Publishing Company, Hires Herself 17.03.2018 7:28

A freelance designer creates a publishing company to produce and collaborate on books for female creatives.  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:...

#440 - Romance Novel Expert Teaches Proofreading for $2,000/Month 16.03.2018 8:24

Toronto book lover uses her extensive experience to teach the art of proofreading, bringing in an additional $2,000 a month.  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: SideHustleS...