My First Million The Side Hustle King: 11 Easy Businesses Anyone Can Start
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Sep 22, 2025 
In this engaging discussion, Chris Koerner, known as the 'side hustle king' and a serial entrepreneur, shares a treasure trove of unique business ideas anyone can start right in their backyard. From installing in-ground trampolines to mobile fuel delivery and even selling novelty ice cream, Chris emphasizes practical, niche markets. He also explores innovative concepts like robot manicure machines and secret pickleball courts. Plus, listeners get tips on leveraging AI for small business growth, ensuring profits keep rolling in!
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Porch Pumpkins Origin Story
- Heather Torres built Porch Pumpkins by decorating her own porch and monetizing requests from friends after posting on Instagram.
- She scaled to ~$1.5–2M/year with reusable inventory, 20% COGS, and upsells like removal and coaching.
Validate Seasonal Services Fast
- Start simple: copy a viral design, film a time-lapse on your phone, and post to local mom groups to test demand.
- Use organic short-form videos to find best creatives, then scale with targeted paid ads to your zip code.
Sport Courts Are A New Backyard Trend
- Sport courts are emerging as the 'next pools' with rising searches and limited supply, creating local demand.
- Selling the dream (Backyard Funhouse) enables upsells into outdoor kitchens, pools, and landscaping.