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

#1588 - Failure Friday: Manufacturing in China—How Hard Can It Be?? 07.05.2021 6:27

In this week’s Failure Friday segment, we hear from the co-founder of a wellness planner brand who wants to cut out the middleman and work directly with a Chinese factory. Naturally, it doesn’t go according to plan. 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 guide...

#1587 - TBT: Luxury Buttercream Cakes Make Life Batter 06.05.2021 7:41

In this week’s “Throwback Thursday / Where are they now?” segment, we hear from the owner of Sweet Afternoon Bakeshop. Have your cake and listen to it too! 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. 🎧 ...

#1586 - Q&A: Would the “rent-a-person” idea work outside Japan? 05.05.2021 7:02

A Japanese man recently earned $300,000 by hiring himself out to strangers for no practical purpose. Could the same thing work in the United States? 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 no...

#1585 - French Engineer Makes Silver-Wear in Mexico 04.05.2021 8:37

A French engineer seeks his fortune in custom silver jewelry. 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@sidehustleschool.com Be on the show: SideHustleS...

#1584 - Q&A: My bridge club gets no respect! 03.05.2021 6:05

A listener enjoys playing bridge, but she’s the youngest in her local club by several decades. How can she get paid to pass on her love of the game to a new generation? 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...

#1583 - Counselor Cakes in the Money with Baking Biz 02.05.2021 7:38

When her world is turned upside down from covid-19, a grief counselor turns to her old hobby of baking. But where will the inventory go? 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. Share: #SideHustleScho...

#1582 - Q&A: How to offer continuing education for therapists? 01.05.2021 6:02

A therapist wants to offer his training to other mental health professionals. How can he crack the code of continuing education (CE) licensing? 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. Share: #SideHust...

#1581 - Failure Friday: “I didn’t know what I didn’t know…” 30.04.2021 7:19

In this week’s Failure Friday segment, we hear from a voiceover artist who created an extremely popular app for actors. As he explores the world of online course design, not every idea is a hit. 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...

#1580 - TBT: Bumblebee Linens Builds a New Hive 29.04.2021 7:50

In this week’s “Throwback Thursday / Where are they now?” segment, we hear about the rise, fall, and rise of Bumblebee Linens. Choose wisely: your honey or your life! 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 w...

#1579 - Q&A: How to set up cryptocurrency charity pledges? 28.04.2021 5:45

A listener wants to create “Kickstarter for crypto.” Is this a side hustle, a billion dollar idea, or a pipe dream? 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. Share: #SideHustleSchool Show notes: SideHu...

#1578 - Emergency Room PA Creates Medical Spanish Course 27.04.2021 7:46

This online course teaching Spanish terms to medical providers brings in $55k a year—part-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 Q&A several days each week. Share: #SideHustleSchool Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Twitt...

#1577 - Q&A: How to charge for a podcast sponsorship service? 26.04.2021 5:07

A listener in Philadelphia wants to start a matchmaking service between podcasts and sponsors. How much should it cost? 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. Share: #SideHustleSchool Show notes: Si...

#1576 - The Man Who Paints Parking Lot Stripes 25.04.2021 7:25

When an asphalt pricing estimator looks to make extra money, he finds a straight-and-narrow idea and earns his stripes painting parking lot spaces. 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. Share: #Sid...

#1575 - Q&A: Any reason to use a subdomain as part of a website? 24.04.2021 5:10

A listener’s web host offers free “subdomains.” What are they, and are there any good reasons to use them? 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. Share: #SideHustleSchool Show notes: SideHustleSchoo...

#1574 - Failure Friday: “The day of the event arrived, and no one showed up…” 23.04.2021 6:49

In this week’s Failure Friday segment, we hear from a ballroom dance enthusiast who hosts a book signing party … but no one shows up. 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. Share: #SideHustleSchool S...

#1573 - TBT: “Chewable Energy” Gum Sticks With Customers 22.04.2021 6:10

In this week’s “Throwback Thursday / Where are they now?” segment, we hear from an athlete who sets out to create chewable energy gum. It’s gum-believable! 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. Sha...

#1572 - Q&A: An idea for a non-alcoholic Happy Hour 21.04.2021 5:50

A listener has an idea to create a “Sober Happy Hour” taking place on Zoom. What’s the best way to structure it, and is this a moneymaking project? 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. Share: #Side...

#1571 - Civil Engineer Dismantles “90-Day Fiancé” Visa Problem 20.04.2021 8:28

After successfully navigating the difficult spousal visa process to bring his fiancé to the U.S., a civil engineer shows others how to 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 several days each week. Share: #SideHustl...

#1570 - Q&A: Should I sell more headphones or expand to new categories? 19.04.2021 6:19

This listener has gone all-in with reselling headphones, and is making a good profit! Should she focus on one category and try to scale by selling more, *or* use what she’s learned to enter other categories? 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...

#1569 - Lifelong Superfan Gets Paid to Write Disney Blog 18.04.2021 8:12

A Disney superfan goes from journaling about the happiest place on Earth in a private notebook at age ten to sharing it with the whole world a decade later, earning $1,000/month from her passion project. 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...

#1568 - Q&A: What are the main things to know when starting a podcast? 17.04.2021 5:32

A listener is taking the plunge and starting his own podcast! What are the top three things I wish I’d known when I began Side Hustle School? 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. Share: #SideHustl...

#1567 - Failure Friday: “First Etsy crushed us, then Google pulled the plug…” 16.04.2021 6:39

In this week’s Failure Friday segment, we hear from a serial side hustle who makes a series of mistakes—but keeps going! 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. Share: #SideHustleSchool Show notes: Si...

#1566 - TBT: This Family Candle Business Is On Fire 15.04.2021 7:08

In this week’s “Throwback Thursday / Where are they now?” segment, we hear from the owner of an eco-friendly candle supplier. Profits are smoldering! 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. Share: #Si...

#1565 - Q&A: What are some good ways to repurpose content? 14.04.2021 5:55

Write it once, use it many times: this is the method known as “repurposing content.” Work smarter, not harder! Here’s how to 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 several days each week. Share: #SideHustleSchool Sh...

#1564 - Customer Service Agent Becomes CBD Affiliate 13.04.2021 8:40

A long time software company rep spends ten years learning the affiliate marketing ropes, eventually cracking the code with a site providing reviews of CBD products. 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...