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Side Hustle School

Chris Guillebeau
Side Hustle School
Side Hustle
Etsy
Affiliate Marketing
Small Business
Side Hustles
Amazon
E-Commerce
Real Estate
Kickstarter
Reselling
Paypal
Pricing Strategy
Shopify
Facebook
Airbnb
Self-Publishing
Ebay
Chris Guillebeau
Blogging

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 S... more

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Latest Episodes

At the end of a long workday, how do you find the energy to work on your side hustle? Let’s give this listener (and you!) three quick tips to manage the overwhelm.

Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies ... more

This listener is wondering about adding new options for accepting payment, including checking debits and cryptocurrency. Is more always better?

Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn ... more

In this week’s “First $1,000” segment, we hear from the creator of Metaphor Dice, the writing tool that plays like a game and helps you think more figuratively. How did he make his first $1,000, and what did he learn?

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When several friends and colleagues discover the consumer craze over Korean face masks, they team up to create their own subscription box side hustle.

Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people wh... more

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John Corcoran
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Andrew Heim
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Episode: Ep. 3587 - Q&A: “How to approach a company about a partnership?"
Georgia Norton Lodge
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Episode: Ep. 3582 - TBT: Aussie Sketches Old Homes for New Money
Claire Wolfson
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Episode: Ep. 3575 - TBT: The 7-Figure Dachshund Apparel Business
Jim Buttonfield
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Episode: Ep. 3573 - Q&A: “How do I focus on retaining clients?”
Jess Dollar
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Episode: Ep. 3572 - First $1,000: “I succeeded by following contradictory advice…”
Bobby Kittleberger
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Episode: Ep. 3571 - STORY: Guitar Player Chalks Up Success By Enjoying The Process
Doris Way
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Episode: Ep. 3569 - STORY: Hand Lettering Artist Upgrades Photo Booth Props
Ronek Mehta
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Host

Chris Guillebeau
Host of Side Hustle School; New York Times bestselling author focused on practical, scalable side-income ideas.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 4.4k ratings
  • I understand you need to monetize the podcast, and I respect that.

    But lately the balance feels way off — it honestly sounds like 70% ads and only 30% real content. The constant and lengthy ad segments are overwhelming and make it hard to stay engaged.

    I’m saying this as someone who genuinely enjoys the show. But if this doesn’t change and the ad load stays this heavy, I’ll probably stop listening.

    Podcast Addict
    1
    nathan
    8 months ago
  • Good content, annoying ads

    Great quick tips. But like 50% of the entire thing is ads. Super disappointing money grab :(

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    SquareLover
    United Statesa year ago
  • Good stuff!

    Thank you, it’s the little things we don’t think of!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    54321AK
    United Statesa year ago
  • Too many ads

    It could be way better if they didn’t have that many ads on very short episodes.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Vdfhbddgvxrg
    Australia2 years ago
  • I love the format of this podcast. Short, bite-size episodes full of great information.

    Audible
    5
    Mimi Gray
    United States2 years ago

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Ads are a frequent critique, with some listeners feeling ad load detracts from content.
Stories and guests are motivating and provide real-world inspiration for action.
Listeners appreciate the concise, tip-filled episodes that deliver practical steps for starting a side income.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#96
Switzerland/Business
Apple Podcasts
#210
Netherlands/Business

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Ep. 3587 - Q&A: “How to approach a company about a partnership?"
Q: How can I approach this company in a way that I can actually get the business without coming off rude, unprofessional, or like some sort of stalker?
Lead with the shipping-cost problem you observed, send a concise and personalized message to the appropriate person, and offer a low-commitment first step such as estimating U.S. shipping costs. Follow up once thoughtfully at most, then leave the decision to them.
Ep. 3588 - Q&A: “How to become an affiliate manager for large launches?”
Q: Is this a feasible idea?
Yes, freelance affiliate management can be a viable business, but the market is relatively small. Focus on established creators whose affiliate programs need attention, demonstrate how the work can grow revenue, and test demand by proposing specific improvements.
Ep. 3577 - Q&A: “Can I get paid to help iPhone owners switch to Android?”
Q: What do you think about my idea to help people switch from iPhone to Android, and how much should the guide cost?
Chris recommends defining a specific target audience, researching search terms and market demand, and offering a short guide for about $20 to $30, likely no more than $50. A narrowly tailored product may be more valuable than generic information available through AI.
Ep. 3570 - Q&A: “Can I offer a permanent price discount?”
Q: Is there anything wrong with having my whole online store on sale all the time?
Guillebeau says permanent discounts are not inherently unethical, but they can undermine urgency and customer trust as shoppers learn to expect the discount. He advises using a deliberate pricing and promotion strategy that creates authentic urgency.
Ep. 3574 - Q&A: “Can I use another author's work in my book?”
Q: Should I just use their work anyway and start now?
Guillebeau advises against assuming permission is unnecessary simply because the author is difficult to contact. Significant reproduction generally requires permission, while limited quotation or reference may qualify as fair use depending on the purpose, amount used, and effect on the original work.

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A daily show focused on real-world side hustles, featuring people who built income-supplementing ventures while working traditional jobs. Episodes center on practical, actionable steps—idea validation, pricing, marketing, and scaling—told through concise, story-driven interviews and Q&A formats. Notable strengths include a consistently actionable toolkit for launching with lean budgets, plus a recurring emphasis on perseverance, community-building, and turning ideas into revenue. A common thread across episodes is turning low-risk experiments into tangible income, often highlighting niche markets and tangible customer outcomes.

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Recent guests on Side Hustle School include:

1. John Corcoran
2. Andrew Heim
3. Georgia Norton Lodge
4. Claire Wolfson
5. Jim Buttonfield
6. Jess Dollar
7. Bobby Kittleberger
8. Doris Way

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