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

#1146 - TBT: YouTube Tutorials Help Immigrants Gain Citizenship 20.02.2020 8:45

In this week’s “Throwback Thursday / Where are they now?” segment, we hear from a woman who teaches citizenship classes and civics lessons on YouTube. Her business has sworn in a huge increase in subscribers and income! 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 gu...

#1145 - Q&A: Is it too late to change my business name? 19.02.2020 4:42

This listener has a growing side hustle, but she’s worried she has the wrong name for it. With an active customer base and an upcoming agreement to market on YouTube, is it too late to change the name? 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 l...

#1144 - Designer’s Love Of Color Earns Greenbacks 18.02.2020 8:41

After going through a tough divorce, this mom and designer is tickled pink when her new blog on stylish colors puts her bank account in the black. 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...

#1143 - CLASSROOM: It's Not Just What You Say, It's How You Say It 17.02.2020 9:12

Branding and messaging are core components of product design. As you follow your roadmap to launch, think carefully about what you’ll say AND how you’ll say 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. ...

#1142 - Which comes first: growing a community or selling a product? 16.02.2020 6:02

This listener wants to start a community called “Business Mind Hack.” What comes first—a series of paid monthly challenges, or the community itself? 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...

#1141 - Q&A: Who do I market my educational products to? 15.02.2020 5:45

This listener is interested in creating educational materials for Dominican Americans or children of Dominican immigrants. How should she 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: #SideH...

#1140 - Car Parts Employee Finds Shocking Surplus Suspension 14.02.2020 7:57

When a young marketer feels like he isn’t taken seriously at work, he sets the wheels in motion and starts selling car suspension systems on eBay. 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: #SideH...

#1139 - TBT: “Kindness Kits” Spread Love and Draw Positive Returns 13.02.2020 6:33

In this week’s “Throwback Thursday / Where are they now?” segment, we hear from someone selling an unusual product that’s one-part social cause and one-part profitable business. What’s changed since we first featured 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...

#1138 - Q&A: Should I hire a graphic designer? 12.02.2020 5:23

This listener runs an online health coaching company. Her course content needs detailed illustrations, but she’s not an artist. What should she do? 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...

#1137 - Polish-American Sisters Cook Up Pierogi Profits 11.02.2020 6:42

When two sisters move from their small hometown to Boston, they discover a “pierogi void”—then fill it with cheese and potatoes. 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...

#1136 - CLASSROOM: Roadmap to Launch (What Lies Ahead) 10.02.2020 7:30

You’ve got an idea … now what? In this week’s CLASSROOM episode, we’ll preview all that lies ahead, as well as what you need to do *now* to be best prepared. 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. S...

#1135 - Q&A: Should I buy an existing franchise? 09.02.2020 6:24

This listener is looking to start something that’s proven and established. With a Subway sandwich shop on every corner, might it be good to consider buying an existing franchise? 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 severa...

#1134 - Journalist Gets Paid to Host Outdoor Activities 08.02.2020 7:51

Faced with a wave of newsroom layoffs, a journalist in Maine launches a membership community of readers who want to participate in outdoor activities. 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: #...

#1133 - Q&A: How do I know which online resources are worth paying for? 07.02.2020 6:29

There’s a lot of information out there, both free and paid. This listener wants to know what’s useful, what’s worth paying for, and what to ignore. 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...

#1132 - TBT: Epic Scavenger Hunt Becomes 6-Figure Income 06.02.2020 16:59

In this week’s “Throwback Thursday / Where are they now?” segment, we hear from a Bostonite who has followed his childhood dream of producing scavenger hunts to a booming, mutl-city business. On your mark ... get set … listen! 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...

#1131 - Q&A: What if you don't want to use social media? 05.02.2020 4:44

This listener makes motion videos and backgrounds for churches, but he dislikes social media (#notafan). Should he just get over his resistance, or can his business succeed in another way? 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...

#1130 - Busy Mom Flips RVs for Fun and Profit 04.02.2020 6:22

A mom with five children and a DIY blog learns to buy, refurbish, and resell RVs, earning an average of $6,000 for each one. 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...

# 1129 - CLASSROOM: Avoiding Mistakes In the Idea Phase 03.02.2020 8:35

From trying to serve everyone to not thinking about fulfillment, here are seven common pitfalls in the idea phase. (Bonus: you’ll also learn how to avoid 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....

#1128 - Q&A: How to scale a pen-to-paper greeting service? 02.02.2020 6:50

This listener started a pen-to-paper initiative to connect people through snail mail. It’s starting well, but how can it scale—and is a Pay-What-You-Will pricing model the best option? 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...

#1127 - Bellydance Class Gets High-Tech Update 01.02.2020 7:25

Finding a way to offer bellydance classes to an online audience allows this listener to shimy her way to 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: SideHustl...

#1126 - Q&A: How to find vendors for a travel-themed online store? 31.01.2020 6:03

This listener is hoping to start a travel-themed online store where she sells items from multiple vendors. What’s the best way to find those vendors—and what are the pros and cons of this 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...

#1125 - TBT: Satin Pillowcases Inspire Dreamy Profits 30.01.2020 9:34

In this week’s “Throwback Thursday / Where are they now?” segment, we visit a former tech employee who traveled to China to source her own line of savvy, satin pillowcases. Get comfy and listen! 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 listene...

#1124 - Q&A: How can I sell flash cards to pharmacy students? 29.01.2020 5:04

This listener has made a set of flash cards to help pharmacy students memorize generic drug names, but is having a hard time finding her market. What should she try? 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...

#1123 - Flimsy Notebooks Inspire Crafty Construction Worker 28.01.2020 6:35

When a safety supervisor’s “genuine leather” notebooks keep falling apart, he begins to investigate. He finds his answer—and a side hustle that brings in $8,000 a month. 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...

#1122 - CLASSROOM: Deciding on an Idea 27.01.2020 11:35

If you have a lot of ideas and aren’t sure which one to start with … listen to this episode. 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:...