The Side Hustle Show 699: Creative Side Hustles That Make Real Money - Part 8
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Oct 2, 2025 Blake Hutchison, CEO of Flippa, shares his expertise on creative side hustles that generate real income. He discusses a viral trend in 3D-printed Croc charms, revealing key insights on margins and fulfillment. Explore Kindle publishing and strategies for recurring revenue through niche books. Discover how to monetize freelance skills on platforms like Fiverr and delve into the booming world of faceless YouTube channels. Blake also highlights unique concepts like mobile sauna rentals and subscription boxes for niche markets, showcasing innovative avenues for income.
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Teen Builds Viral 3D Charm Brand
- A 17-year-old, Michael Satterley, built Soulfully selling 3D-printed Croc charms and reached ~$300k revenue with massive social traction.
- Low material cost and viral social content drove high margins and rapid follower growth.
KDP Is An Accessible Discovery Engine
- Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP) is an accessible marketplace where niche authors can earn steady revenue by optimizing titles and pricing.
- A portfolio of 12 niche outdoor titles can produce recurring profit while benefiting from Amazon's discovery engine.
Differentiate Existing Services Creatively
- Offer a unique positioning for an existing service to command higher prices and viral attention.
- Use marketplaces like Fiverr or Upwork to spot service formats you can rebrand and target to niches.
