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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#58: 50 Shades of Grey Inspires Bedroom Items Hustle 27.02.2017 7:51

A chemical engineer capitalizes on the 50 Shades of Grey craze by creating a collection of adventurous products… all hidden in a series of ordinary-looking books. 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. You need a hustle! Sh...

#57: Microsoft Employee Teaches Hula Hooping 26.02.2017 5:32

A Microsoft specialist turns a unique hobby into an $800/month side hustle. 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. You need a hustle! Share: #SideHustleSchool Shownotes: SideHustleSchool.com Twitter: @chrisguillebeau Instag...

Weekly Recap #8: Plane Tickets, Punk Art, and Abe Lincoln 25.02.2017 10:45

In our eighth weekly recap, we'll highlight the lessons learned in this week of Side Hustle School. Also: more 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. You need a hustle! Share: #SideHustleSchool Shownotes:...

#55: T-Shirts on Amazon Make $17,000 in a Month 24.02.2017 8:14

A former corporate employee in Ireland runs a merchandising hustle on Amazon.com that brings in as much as $17,000 in profit in a single month. She does this with no inventory, no risk, and no paid traffic. 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...

Monthly Check-In: How are Things Going? Let Me Know! 23.02.2017 1:20

Side Hustle School is made for you! Let me know what you're working on and what your #1 struggle is. Share your answers and opinions at SideHustleSchool.com/report . Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow notes: SideHustleSchool.com Twitter: @chrisguillebeau Instagram: @193countries To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about y...

#54: Penny Portraits of Abe Lincoln Turn Into $40,000 23.02.2017 6:23

An investment marketer creates a poster portrait of America’s 16th president. Since debuting his design, it’s sold more than 4,000 units and made $40,000. 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. You need a hustle! Share: #Si...

#53: Queer Punk Artist Starts Personal Finance Workshop 22.02.2017 6:21

A manager for a non-profit organization who describes herself as a queer punk artist creates a series of personal finance classes. 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. You need a hustle! Share: #SideHustleSchool Shownotes...

#52: Facebook Photo Leads to Today Show Appearance 21.02.2017 6:57

An elementary school teacher is on a mission to introduce a non-toxic face paint for school rallies and sporting events. After mixing up her recipe and creating a Shopify store, her product makes an appearance on the Today show. 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 challen...

#51: "Cheap Plane Tickets" Site Becomes Million-Dollar Hustle 20.02.2017 8:25

A Washington, DC political analyst turns his travel hacking skills into an email list of more than 275,000 subscribers. By using a freemium model of converting subscribers to customers, the site earned more than $1M in 2016. 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...

#50: Belgian Fine Chocolate Comes to America 19.02.2017 7:52

After living in Belgium for 13 years, a Louisiana native returns home and starts a hustle making fine chocolate. 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. You need a hustle! Share: #SideHustleSchool Shownotes: SideHustleSchool...

Weekly Recap #7: Live Crickets, Tarot, and Reinventing the Bra 18.02.2017 9:54

In our seventh weekly recap, we'll highlight the lessons learned in this week of Side Hustle School. Also: more 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. You need a hustle! Share: #SideHustleSchool Shownotes:...

#48: New Yorker Doubles Her Income With Next-level Tarot Cards 17.02.2017 7:27

How a senior designer for a feminist media publication decides to create tarot card decks and ends up making as much with her side hustle as she does at her day job. 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. You need a hustle!...

#47: Gallup Coach Creates StrengthsFinder Mugs 16.02.2017 6:40

No two strengthsfinder profiles are the same, so a Gallup-certified coach learns to make and ship personalized mugs. 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. You need a hustle! Share: #SideHustleSchool Shownotes: SideHustleSc...

#46: The Live Cricket Drop-Shipping Hustle 15.02.2017 6:50

Another crazy story for you today about a man who sells live crickets to reptile owners—without ever handling any inventory, which of course is critical. 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. You need a hustle! Share: #Sid...

#45: UX Designer Makes “Simple Bra” To Make Women More Comfortable 14.02.2017 7:10

How a UI/UX designer scratched an entrepreneurial itch and used $15,000 of her savings to create a business manufacturing bras for women looking for an alternative to the push-up bra. 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....

#44: Charter Bus Employee Creates PR Service For Bloggers 13.02.2017 7:14

How a digital marketer created something for himself, then decided to try selling it other people who had the same needs. He now makes more than $2,500 a month from this side project. 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....

#43: Miserable Day Job Turns Into $100,000 Side Income 12.02.2017 8:45

An education district employee follows her passion for writing and creates an online side hustle helping others do the same raking in 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. You need a hustle! Share: #SideHust...

Weekly Recap #6: Pole Dancing And The Expat Life 11.02.2017 11:37

In our sixth weekly recap, we'll highlight the lessons learned in this week of Side Hustle School. 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. You need a hustle! Share: #SideHustleSchool Shownotes: SideHu...

#41: USPS Mail Carrier Makes Clay Imprints Of Childrens' Hands And Feet 10.02.2017 7:27

How a USPS mail carrier and court interpreter created an $800/month hustle serving new and expectant parents. 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. You need a hustle! Share: #SideHustleSchool Shownotes: SideHustleSchool.co...

#40: Chicago Psychotherapist Becomes Ceremonial Wedding Officiant 09.02.2017 7:44

After being featured on TLC, a Chicago psychotherapist and marriage counselor becomes a ceremonial wedding officiant. 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. You need a hustle! Share: #SideHustleSchool Shownotes: SideHustleS...

#39: “Live Snoop” Service Helps Parents Monitor Their Kids' Internet Use 08.02.2017 6:14

How an IT graduate created a web-based service that provides peace of mind to parents with children growing up in the era of technology. 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. You need a hustle! Share: #SideHustleSchool Sho...

#38: Tour Guide Sells Astronomy Books to Tourists 07.02.2017 7:38

How a British software engineer moved to the Canary Islands, started working as a tour guide, and wrote her own guidebook to accompany her tours. 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. You need a hustle! Share: #SideHustleS...

#37: American Expat Coaches Families Who Move Overseas 06.02.2017 7:18

After living in multiple countries with his family, a technical writer creates a service to help guide other families looking to begin a similar experience. 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. You need a hustle! Share: #...

#36: Fitness Pole Dance Studio Grows To Four Locations 05.02.2017 7:39

How a graphic designer started a pole dancing fitness studio, expanded it to multiple locations, and grew it to a six-figure income before quitting her job. 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. You need a hustle! Share: #...

Weekly Recap #5: Observation, Validation, and Leasing 16 Cars 04.02.2017 13:51

In our fifth weekly recap, we'll highlight the lessons learned in this week of Side Hustle School. Also: the SHS workshop series is underway! Tell me where I should go next. 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. You need a...