

Ep. 3028 - STORY: College Student Hacks Into $40,000 A Month Side Hustle
10 snips Apr 16, 2025
A college student transforms his financial struggles into a $40,000 a month side hustle through ethical hacking. Starting from a simple $40 investment, he created engaging online courses that resonated with thousands. The discussion highlights the power of finding your niche and delivering real value in the online education space. It serves as an inspiring reminder that success often comes from adapting and maximizing your unique skills.
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Student Creates Ethical Hacking Courses
- Zaid Al-Karashi, a college student, created ethical hacking courses teaching Arabic speakers.
- After translating and dubbing them into English, he expanded his reach significantly on Udemy.
Udemy Helped Boost Sales
- Zaid saw very slow sales initially and struggled with marketing to English speakers.
- Udemy helped promote his course through their Marketing Boost program, increasing sales.
Scaling to $40K Monthly Income
- Zaid created multiple courses, eventually growing his student base to over 800,000.
- He earned $40,000 per month in course sales, focusing on his English-speaking audience.