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

#1491 - Q&A: My boss is asking a lot of questions... 30.01.2021 4:41

A listener’s boss is way too nosy! He’s asking a lot of personal questions about our caller’s side hustle. Maybe this boss is a little jealous? 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: #SideHus...

#1490 - Q&A: Should I get a prototype made … and how do I do it? 29.01.2021 5:55

A caller is wondering about making a prototype for his big 2021 idea. How should he proceed? 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 Twitter:...

#1489 - TBT: Staying Productive During the Work-at-Home Era 28.01.2021 6:51

In this week’s “Throwback Thursday / Where are they now?” segment, we hear from the founder of a service that helps people who work alone do so productively. 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. Sh...

1488 - Q&A: What are some ways to make money with LinkedIn? 27.01.2021 7:27

Compared with platforms like Instagram, LinkedIn is a sleeper opportunity for growing your relationships and maybe even starting a new business. This listener is looking for ideas—let’s see what we can come up with! 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...

#1487 - LinkedIn Lover Helps Jobseekers Connect the Dots 26.01.2021 7:50

One man cracks the code to make LinkedIn work, sharing what he’s learned to help others find professional success. 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: SideHust...

#1486 - Q&A: Can I profit from injury recovery videos on TikTok? 25.01.2021 6:14

Can a fitness coach use TikTok to create instructional videos? Almost certainly! Can he make money from such a thing? Maybe… 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 not...

#1485 - Government Employee Shows Vending Makes Cents 24.01.2021 7:36

When a government employee looks to counteract her serious day job with something fun, she stumbles upon the vending machine hustle. 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...

#1484 - Q&A: What's the best software to write a nonfiction book? 23.01.2021 5:39

Today’s caller wants to know about the easiest and most helpful tools to write a nonfiction book. Unfortunately, books do not write themselves, but we’ll give him three resources that might make it easier. 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...

#1483 - Q&A: Is there a payment processor for very small transactions? 22.01.2021 5:09

Today’s caller hopes to sell virtual items for gamers at very low prices. This creates a problem—most payment processors charge fees that make this business model unviable. Is there anything that can 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 less...

#1482 - TBT: 26,000 Handmade Hair Scrunchies 21.01.2021 6:32

In this week’s “Throwback Thursday / Where are they now?” segment, we hear from a woman in Iowa who makes and sells a LOT of scrunchies. Long live the 90s! 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...

#1481 - Q&A: How can I rent a small private workspace? 20.01.2021 5:27

A listener is feeling cooped up and wants to find a small space outside her home to dedicate to her electronics repair service. 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 n...

#1480 - Behavior Analyst Creates Resources for Parents and Teachers 19.01.2021 7:21

An expert uses her knowledge to create resources that help parents, teachers, and professionals improve behavior in children with autism. 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...

#1479 - Q&A: How about an app to help people care for plants? 18.01.2021 5:32

A green-thumbed, code-savvy listener wants to make an app to help people keep their plants alive and well. Let’s see what we can do with this so-fresh-and-so-green idea. 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...

#1478 - Woodworker Proves Money Grows On Trees 17.01.2021 7:48

When the owner of a lawn care business can’t find the earthy table of his dreams, he finds himself with a tree-mendous new 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. Share: #SideHustleSchool S...

#1477 - Q&A: Where can I find royalty-free music? 16.01.2021 5:26

If you have a podcast or YouTube channel (or similar), where can you find music you can use without breaking the law or getting in trouble? 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: #SideHustleS...

#1476 - Q&A: Any ideas to monetize my visual poetry 15.01.2021 6:42

A visual artist hopes to monetize her creative “words and images” creations. 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 Twitter: @chrisguillebea...

#1475 - TBT: iPhone App Tracks Weight-Loss Progress 14.01.2021 6:49

In this week’s “Throwback Thursday / Where are they now?” segment, we hear from a developer in the U.K. who makes an app to help people with weight-loss goals. 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. ...

#1474 - Q&A: How can I increase my conversion rate? 13.01.2021 5:45

A listener has heard that increasing conversion rates (the percentage of people who see your offer and buy it) can be more important than finding new customers. But 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...

#1473 - Floridian Finds Fair Value Flipping Furniture 12.01.2021 7:23

A call center employee in central Florida finds that restoring furniture isn’t too hard with a bit of technique and finesse. 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...

#1472 - Q&A: How to get started on personalized journal idea? 11.01.2021 6:51

A listener is inspired to create a custom physical journal. What are the steps to getting it designed, printed, and out to market? 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...

#1471 - Natural Air Fresheners Are Big Business 10.01.2021 8:13

Two friends and new fathers start a natural air freshener business that’s cleaning up to the tune of seven figures. 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: SideHus...

#1470 - Q&A: Have I found a way to accept PayPal payments with no fees? 09.01.2021 4:54

A crafty listener has found a way to avoid PayPal fees when accepting payments. Is he really on to something, or is it going to backfire on him? 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: #SideHus...

#1469 - Q&A: How to start an engineering hustle while working full-time? 08.01.2021 6:15

A Canadian listener is wondering how to start a computer aided design (CAD) side business in the midst of a busy schedule. 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:...

#1468 - TBT: Texas Marimba Rentals Hit Noteworthy Demand! 07.01.2021 8:20

In our first “Throwback Thursday” segment of 2021, we hear from Texas’s leading provider of marimba rentals. 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: SideHustleScho...

#1467 - Q&A: How to pay for a big summer trip with new income? 06.01.2021 5:37

Today’s caller is looking ahead to a bright, COVID-free future. (Aren’t we all??) He’s wondering about using money from a side hustle to pay for a vacation as soon as travel is more accessible. 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...