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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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In this week’s Throwback Thursday segment, meet a side hustler who built a simple browser-based spreadsheet tool. It earns enough to cover his rent each month!

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After creating course materials for a forgotten group of educators, this agricultural teacher now earns a significant income from a growing business.

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Can busy side hustlers trade skills instead of dollars? Today we outline a lean time-bank model—simple rules, low overhead, and real incentives to keep everyone honest.

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

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Recent Guests

Unnamed Designer
A user experience designer focusing on workspace organization through a cable management invention.
Episode: Ep. 3236 - First $1,000: Turning Cable Chaos into Magnetic Profit
Michael Hanna
A transformed entrepreneur who transitioned from corporate sales to mattress retail.
The Mattress Lot
Episode: Ep. 3228 - Weekend Workshop: When Getting Fired Becomes Your Best Break
Natalie Matthews
E-commerce manager and founder of Height of Fashion
Height of Fashion
Episode: Ep. 3217 - STORY: Aussie Stretches Out with Online Store for Tall Women
Ahmad Iqbal
Entrepreneur from Toronto who founded Nadif Bidets
Nadif Bidets
Episode: Ep. 3210 - STORY: Canadian Bidets Modernize Bathroom Life
Fran Dunaway
CEO and co-founder of Tomboy X
Tomboy X
Episode: Ep. 3203 - STORY: Underwear Side Hustle Turns Into $500,000/Month Business
Trevor Mountcastle
Government analyst and arbitrage entrepreneur
Episode: Ep. 3193 - Weekend Workshop: The Art of Electronics Arbitrage
Julie Wilder
Former restaurateur turned astrology calendar creator
Spiral Spectrum
Episode: Ep. 3186 - Weekend Workshop: Design Disruption in Traditional Markets
Ashley Drummond
Personal trainer and creator of Abs Pancakes
Abs Pancakes
Episode: Ep. 3182 - STORY: Personal Trainer Pumps Up Breakfast
Tim Ayton
College student who transformed his resume design service into a template business for passive income
Episode: Ep. 3158 - Weekend Workshop: Template Biz Goes from Service to Scale

Host

Chris Guillebeau
Host and New York Times Bestselling Author, known for providing insights into entrepreneurship, side job creation, and personal growth.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 4.4k ratings
  • 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 States5 months ago
  • Good stuff!

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    54321AK
    United States5 months 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
    Australia10 months ago
  • I love the format of this podcast. Short, bite-size episodes full of great information.

    Audible
    5
    Mimi Gray
    United States10 months ago
  • Great information

    I love the format of this podcast. Short, bite-size episodes full of great information.

    Audible
    5
    Mimi Gray
    United States10 months ago

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There are frequent mentions about the effectiveness of the content, although some find issues with advertising volume.
Some feedback indicates disappointment over perceived shifts towards more advertising within shorter episodes.
Many listeners highlight how inspiring the stories are, prompting them to take action on their own side projects.
Listeners appreciate the variety of practical tips shared in each episode.

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Ep. 3233 - Q&A: “Where do I find my first paying customer?”
Q: What is the very first concrete step for Kiesha to reach paying customers?
Chris suggests that Kiesha apply to sell her cookies at local farmers' markets as a supportive environment for her initial sales.
Ep. 3234 - Q&A: “What’s a fair founder-investor deal between friends?”
Q: What equity split keeps our incentives aligned?
A suggested split is 75% for Tessa as the idea creator and operator, and 25% for Evan as the investor, rather than a simple 50-50.
Ep. 3230 - Q&A: “How do I test Facebook vs. free traffic?”
Q: What's a smart, small-budget experiment to prove that ads accelerate growth or are a waste of money?
You should do a test and see if you're going to be cash positive, or at least you have an ROI that exceeds what you spend.
Ep. 3227 - Q&A: “Why won’t TikTok followers join my newsletter?”
Q: Am I pushing too soon? Offering the wrong incentive? Or do short-form audiences just not convert?
Bella is likely experiencing typical behavior for short-form audiences that usually don't convert to email lists, suggesting she should not be discouraged and may need to improve her sign-up incentives.
Ep. 3226 - Q&A: “Can I legally profit from salvaging barn wood?”
Q: Can salvaging barn wood actually make money once factoring in hauling and cleanup?
Yes, it can be profitable if done correctly and with proper planning.

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Focused on the journey of individuals striving to create extra income through side projects, this daily show shares a variety of real-life stories that highlight the diverse paths of side hustlers. Episodes often present practical insights into what was effective, lessons learned, and the responses to various challenges while navigating the entrepreneurial journey. Notably, the emphasis is on tangible and actionable advice, making the content relatable for everyday professionals looking to embark on their own side hustle journeys. Each story is crafted to inspire and equip listeners with the knowledge needed to begin their own entrepreneurial endeavors concurrently with regular jobs.

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1. Unnamed Designer
2. Michael Hanna
3. Natalie Matthews
4. Ahmad Iqbal
5. Fran Dunaway
6. Trevor Mountcastle
7. Julie Wilder
8. Ashley Drummond

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