143: Side Hustles That Actually Work

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Nov 10, 2025

Discover practical side hustles that can really boost your income! Learn about low-friction opportunities like tutoring or local freelance services. Find out how pet services can be surprisingly profitable and what assets you can rent for passive income. The hosts also reveal essential strategies for choosing and scaling your side hustle. Plus, get expert advice on investing your side hustle earnings wisely and managing your portfolio amid economic changes. Let's make money work for you!

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Low-Friction Side Hustle Framework

Use what you already have to start a side hustle so you don't begin from zero.
Start with minimal cost and pick flexible hours that fit your life.

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Income Has No Ceiling

Small additional income compounds significantly when saved and invested.
Even five hours a week can generate meaningful monthly income for wealth building.

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Start Tutoring Locally

Start tutoring by reaching out to friends, family, and local Facebook groups.
Charge $25–$100/hr depending on subject and raise rates after building testimonials.

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What are realistic, low-friction side hustles?

01:00 • 3min

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What is the low-friction framework?

04:04 • 2min

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How much can tutoring and test prep earn?

05:37 • 2min

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How can local freelance services generate income?

07:58 • 3min

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What are task-based gigs and their benefits?

11:13 • 3min

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How profitable are pet services like dog walking?

What can you rent out to earn passive income?

17:47 • 3min

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Which side hustle should I choose and how to scale it?

How should I invest $100,000 and diversify next steps?

23:51 • 3min

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Should I sell stocks ahead of a recession?

26:49 • 6min

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Was reallocating my 401(k) out of a target date fund wise?

32:40 • 2min

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How to take action with extra side-hustle income?

In this week's episode of the Rich Habits Podcast, Robert Croak and Austin Hankwitz share five side hustles that actually work.

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