

638: 10 Scary-Good Side Hustles That Make Real Money
13 snips Oct 31, 2024
Jared Bauman, host of the Niche Pursuits Podcast and creator of 201creative.com, dives into creative side hustles just in time for Halloween. He explores how hobbies can transform into profitable ventures, emphasizing niche markets with huge earning potential. The discussion includes unconventional ideas like selling crickets for exotic pets, running novelty vending machines, and digital fashion for online games. Listeners will discover innovative strategies to unleash their entrepreneurial spirit and tap into unique income streams.
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Horror Movie Reactions
- Catherine Fogel earns $2,000+/month reacting to horror movies on her YouTube channel.
- She monetizes through ads and Patreon, demonstrating the potential of niche reaction videos.
Concept and Monetization
- Jared Bauman points out the power of building a concept with multiple monetization layers.
- He compares Catherine Fogel's success to the older TV show "Mystery Science Theater 3000."
Pivot and Jam
- Adapt proven models to new niches, like the reaction video format, for side hustle ideas.
- Nick Loper suggests using the "pivot and jam" framework for finding and developing these ideas.