
Side Hustle School
A daily show for everyone who works a regular job and wants to start an income-earning project on the side. In each episode, listeners will hear a different story of someone who's started a side hustle—along with what went well, how that person overcame challenges, and what happened as a result. The show is written and hosted by Chris Guillebeau, the New York Times bestselling author of The $100 Startup, The Happiness of Pursuit, and other books.
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Latest episodes

Feb 7, 2024 • 5min
#2594 - Q&A: “Musical instruments from recycled materials…”
A caller from Mumbai wants to create and sell musical instruments made from recycled materials. The host discusses challenges and offers suggestions on marketing and exporting these instruments. They also discuss instrument creation, finding a market, and starting small to gather testimonials.

Feb 6, 2024 • 4min
#2593 - Q&A: “How do you start with no audience?”
Learn how to start a business with no existing audience by building an online audience for your natural skincare products. Discover strategies to market homemade skincare products including reaching out to friends, family, and influencers, and using social media and hashtags. Patience and building connections over time are emphasized.

Feb 5, 2024 • 5min
#2592 - First $1,000: Stock Market Blog Sees High Returns
Financial enthusiast launches a stock market blog and vlog, emphasizing responsible investing and treating the stock market as a hobby. The podcast explores his strategies for content creation, monetization methods, and insights on transparency and education in the investing community.

Feb 4, 2024 • 5min
#2591 - Q&A: “Avoiding scams on Facebook Marketplace…”
Learn practical tips on avoiding scams on Facebook Marketplace, including safeguarding yourself as a seller or buyer, using secure payment methods, and trusting your instincts. The chapter also touches on using eBay Motors for car parts.

Feb 3, 2024 • 6min
#2590 - Q&A: “Help! My podcast download numbers dropped.”
This podcast discusses the recent changes made by Apple in podcasting, including automatic downloads, analytics, reporting, ad sales, and rankings. It provides advice for content creators on how to respond to these changes and addresses a listener's question about dropped download numbers. The host also talks about measuring listener engagement and growth accurately through email lists, social media, and external tools like PodTrack and Megaphone.

Feb 2, 2024 • 7min
#2589 - Failure Friday: Corporate Board Game Idea Fizzles Out
A corporate trainer shares his experience of creating custom board games for company retreats, discussing the challenges of acquiring clients and the eventual closure of his business. Key lessons learned include the importance of finding the right market and adjusting strategies after defeat.

Feb 1, 2024 • 6min
#2588 - TBT: Freelance Grant Writer Expands Offerings
A freelance grant writer who stands out in the complex world of grant proposals discusses her journey, challenges, and rewards of securing funding for community projects. She also talks about her shift to a value-based pricing model, the importance of continuous learning, networking, and mentoring in grant writing.

Jan 31, 2024 • 4min
#2587 - Q&A: “How to focus my Mental Health project this year?”
This podcast explores the potential of mental health and wellness as a side business, including the importance of professional therapy. They also discuss emerging areas in this field, such as nature retreats, digital mindfulness apps, and AI-driven stress management programs.

Jan 30, 2024 • 5min
#2586 - Q&A: “Should I make a tour guide app?”
The podcast discusses making an app that connects travelers with local guides in unique destinations, exploring the feasibility of creating a tour guide app, and provides insights on challenges, considerations, and alternative options.

Jan 29, 2024 • 5min
#2585 - First $1,000: The Outdoor Survivalist Coach for Women
In this episode, we meet an outdoor survivalist coach for women who empowers women with essential skills and confidence. The coach shares her journey of building a business and creating a supportive curriculum, pricing strategy, and marketing efforts. Listeners are encouraged to learn from her story and apply the lessons to their own ideas.