Side Hustle School Ep. 3140 - STORY: Couple Goes From Crashed Drone To Soaring Side Hustle
Aug 6, 2025
A couple turns a drone crash into a lucrative coaching business, showcasing their innovative spirit. They share how they evolved from a struggling venture to a thriving educational platform by capitalizing on market needs. Their journey highlights resilience and the power of learning from setbacks, proving that inspiration can come from the most unexpected places.
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From Drone Crash to Business
- Alan Perlman started his side hustle by reviewing drones and crashed his first drone into a parked car in NYC.
- He built from a modest affiliate income to a successful drone training business with his wife.
Limits of Affiliate Sales
- Affiliate sales are one-time and unstable, dependent on platform policies like Amazon's commission changes.
- Alan realized sustainable income requires building products and deeper customer relationships.
Engage Customers for Product Ideas
- Collect email addresses and directly engage customers to understand their unmet needs.
- Use feedback to develop valuable products that address specific pain points, like drone flying training.