Side Hustle School

In many jurisdictions, sellers of medical and recreational marijuana have a huge problem: they can’t keep their money in a bank. If you don’t want to carry all your money around in duffel bags, what’s to be done?  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 l...

In this week’s Failure Friday segment, we hear from the woman who invented the “peeLUX.” When she tries to pitch her product to the founder of Spanx, she runs afoul of the company’s lawyers. 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 “Throwback Thursday / Where are they now?” segment, we hear from a freelance romance novel editor who’s recently quit her job as a corporate recruiter to work on books full-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...

Today’s listener has several business ideas related to her love of plants, and is looking for some direction. Let’s see if we can plant the right seeds! 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 n...

When a remote worker wants to show appreciation for healthcare staff, she stumbles upon an untapped market for charcuterie and cheese boards. 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: SideH...

A listener in London wants to sell candles with inspirational quotes and artwork featuring Black women, and wonders if her idea is too specialized.  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...

Processing direct mail—as in, old-school snail mail—has freed this real estate agent from financial stress. 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@sidehu...

Today’s listener is trying to forecast profits for her subscription service, and wants to know what seems like a reasonable expectation. 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: SideHustle...

In this week’s Failure Friday segment, we hear from an Australian who leads small-ship Mediterranean tours. When he commissions a new ship from a local builder, it turns into a true disaster. This story is epic! 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 les...

In this week’s “Throwback Thursday / Where are they now?” segment, we hear from the founder of IG Works. The company specializes in indoor gardening kits that allow you to grow dozens of large plants in a small space. It’s truly un-be-leaf-able!  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 federal government offers a $7,500 tax credit for most electric vehicle (EV) purchases, and many states offer additional credits as well—but it’s a confusing process. Is there also a way for this enterprising EV fan to make money? 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 i...

A tech-savvy marketer in Charleston, South Carolina seeks to expand her side gig as a music bingo host. Did someone say ‘BINGO’? 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.c...

After falling for a frustrating phone scam, our listener has an idea to turn the experience into a lesson for others. Is there a way he can get paid to make presentations to organizations? 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&amp...

As a joke, a baking hobbyist starts an Instagram account selling bread—but it quickly becomes a full-fledged business that brings in more than $100,000.  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 each week. 🎧 Show...

Is there a limit to what can be done online? Today’s caller is testing it! Let’s consider if there’s a way she can teach stand-up paddleboarding from behind a screen.  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...

In this week’s Failure Friday segment, we hear from the founder of an agency that supports workplace inclusion and antiracism. Her business experienced major growth in the past year—but clients aren’t always sure what they really want.   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 sho...

In this week’s “Throwback Thursday / Where are they now?” segment, we hear from a sex-positive blogger who publishes a site that reviews toys and other products for sexual wellness. 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 seve...

Today’s listener just got her website up (whoo hoo!) and now she’s wondering about the next step: which company to use for her email list.   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: SideHu...

When a teacher looks for a way to connect with her students during lockdown, she starts her own TikTok account and goes to the head of the class with her viral videos.   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...

In this special episode, Chris Guillebeau talks with Tim Welsh, Vice Chair of Consumer and Business Banking at U.S. Bank. Tim tells us how small businesses are leading the way in the economy's recovery, as well as how banks can help address historic inequities and disparities. Spoiler: Tim does NOT recommend investing your entire savings portfolio in Dogecoin.  Side Hustle School features a new ep...

Did you know you can earn interest (sometimes at very high rates) for “staking” digital currencies? It’s a wild world full of risk, volatility, and—for some—potential.  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...

When a psychology graduate wants to pay off $65,000 in debt, she takes life by the reins and learns to scale her equestrian art 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: SideHus...

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&A se...

In this week’s Failure Friday segment, we hear from a personal finance blogger who gets zero response to a coaching program he’s excited about—and then takes two years to recover. Lots of good lessons here!   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 lesson...

In this week’s “Throwback Thursday / Where are they now?” segment, we hear from the co-inventor of a device that allows public restroom users to open the door with their foot. Their business increased 70x at the start of the global pandemic!  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, th...