Side Hustle School Ep. 3148 - TBT: How I Knew It Was Time to Quit My Side Hustle
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Aug 14, 2025 A side hustler shares the ups and downs of running a successful online stationery shop. The story dives into the thrill of starting out, and how it eventually led to stress and burnout. The speaker reflects on the hard decision to shut it down, highlighting the importance of reassessing personal goals. It emphasizes that quitting can be a vital step toward new opportunities and explores the emotional process of letting go. Effective time management plays a crucial role in this journey of transition.
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From Hobby To Profitable Shop
- Morgan started an online stationery shop as a creative experiment and grew it into a profitable multi-channel business.
- After five years she deliberately shut it down because it no longer fit her goals and drained her energy.
Profit ≠ Personal Fit
- The business made $3,000–$5,000 per month with about 40% margins, proving small businesses can be financially viable without being full-time.
- Profitability didn't equate to long-term personal sustainability or desire to continue.
Hidden Work Drains Joy
- Invisible labor like customer service, fulfillment, and supplier issues accumulates and reduces enjoyment of the work.
- This hidden workload can turn creative tasks into obligations and erode passion over time.