Side Hustle Hero

What if the key to your side hustle success isn't in your business plan but in the way you think? In this episode, we dive into the powerful connection between your thoughts and the actions—or inactions—that shape your results. It's not just about effort or strategy; your mindset plays a huge role in whether you push forward or stay stuck. Through relatable examples, real-life insights, and actionable exercises, this episode will help you: Spot the negative thought patterns that might be silently holding you back. Harness the power of visualization to create momentum in your side hustle. Start shifting your mindset toward action and results. Whether you're struggling to take the first step or feeling stuck in neutral, this episode offers insights to help you reflect on the way you think—and how it might be setting you up for success or failure. Tune in to start aligning your thoughts with the outcomes you want, to super-charge your progress. Do you like what you're hearing? Consider giving it a caffeinated thumbs up. We'd really appreciate it! Need a little (and sometimes big) push to start and stay focused to grow your side hustle? Dive into my online Masterclass: How To Turn Your Thoughts Into Wanted Things. For the full show notes head on over to the home of Side Hustle Hero. https://www.sidehustlehero.com/133 Connect with Joan: Instagram Facebook About Joan Be on the show! Tell us about your side hustle success story!

Do you feel like your marketing efforts are a guessing game? Enter UTM codes— use simple, free tools that gives you clear answers about what's working in your marketing and what's not. In this episode, marketing pro Bonnie Conrad demystifies UTM codes and shows you how to use them to track traffic, engagement, and conversions with precision. We'll cover: What UTM codes are and how they can reveal where your audience is really hanging out. Step-by-step instructions for setting them up with Google's free Campaign URL Builder. Real-life examples of how UTM codes have been used to make data-driven decisions that save time and money. Be sure to catch the ending wrap up where you'll hear how I tested UTM codes myself, the glitch I uncovered, and how I fixed it with a little help from AI. Whether you're brand-new to analytics or just want to maximize your efforts, this episode will give you practical tools to grow your side hustle smarter, not harder. Do you like what you're hearing? Consider giving it a caffeinated thumbs up. We'd really appreciate it! Need a little (and sometimes big) push to start and stay focused to grow your side hustle? Dive into my online Masterclass: How To Turn Your Thoughts Into Wanted Things. For the full show notes head on over to the home of Side Hustle Hero. https://www.sidehustlehero.com/132 Connect with Bonnie: LinkedIn UTM Codes, Blog Post by Bonnie Connect with Joan: Instagram Facebook About Joan Be on the show! Tell us about your side hustle success story!

Need a little (and sometimes big) push to start and stay focused to grow your side hustle? Dive into my online Masterclass: How To Turn Your Thoughts Into Wanted Things. ---- What if you could launch a thriving online business with less than $500 in startup costs? High-ticket dropshipping expert Ben Knegendorf shares how to create a profitable side hustle selling premium products. Ben reveals why focusing on high-ticket items—like pellet grills and golf simulators—can be more lucrative and manageable than low-cost items. In this episode, you'll learn: What dropshipping is. A line by line breakdown of the cost and specifics of what you need to launch. Tips for choosing the right high-ticket products and brands. Insider strategies for what your website must include to attract buyers. Pro tips for running ads, effective SEO, and scaling your business. Do you like what you're hearing? Consider giving it a caffeinated thumbs up. We'd really appreciate it! For the full show notes and links to all sites Ben mentioned, head on over to the home of Side Hustle Hero: https://www.sidehustlehero.com/131 Connect with Ben: https://dropshipbreakthru.com/ Connect with Joan: Instagram Facebook About Joan Be on the show! Tell us about your side hustle success story!

What does it take to design a business around what truly makes you happy? For Vienna Hintze, it started with a love of flowers, a vintage truck, and a desire for in-person connections. Vienna shares how she left behind corporate America and a successful remote marketing agency to launch Main Street Flower Truck, a side hustle turned full-time business that's as creative as it is inspiring. From staging events like pop ups, weddings, corporate gatherings, and even a Gwen Stefani album release, to overcoming mindset struggles and managing the challenges of working with perishable products, Vienna's journey offers valuable insights for any aspiring entrepreneur. She opens up about the learning curve of starting her business, embracing trial and error, and the numbers behind making it work. Do you like what you're hearing? Consider giving it a caffeinated thumbs up. We'd really appreciate it! Need a little (and sometimes big) push to start and stay focused to grow your side hustle? Dive into my online Masterclass: How To Turn Your Thoughts Into Wanted Things. For the full show notes head on over to the home of Side Hustle Hero. https://www.sidehustlehero.com/130 Connect with Vienna: Main Street Flower Truck Instagram YouTube Connect with Joan: Instagram Facebook About Joan Be on the show! Tell us about your side hustle success story!

Ever thought about hosting a virtual event—like a webinar, masterclass, or 3- to 5-day challenge—to grow your side hustle? In this episode, returning guest Melissa Ng, co-founder of Amprofy and Launcher's Academy, breaks down the numbers you need to know: how many people to invite, how many will actually show up, and how many are likely to buy. These insights helped Melissa scale her business from six figures to over $1 million in annual sales, turning her side hustle into a thriving full-time venture. Melissa also shares how her team uses social media to generate leads—and how she leans on AI, particularly ChatGPT, to streamline her content strategy. She even reveals her go-to AI prompt, which I've tested myself and found incredibly useful. You can find the full version of her prompt in the show notes, ready for you to copy and customize. If you're looking for a clear, actionable roadmap to hosting virtual events, and leveraging AI to produce for you a detailed Social Media Content Strategy Plan, this episode is packed with tips and insights to help you level up. Do you like what you're hearing? Consider giving it a caffeinated thumbs up. We'd really appreciate it! Need a little (and sometimes big) push to start and stay focused to grow your side hustle? Dive into my online Masterclass: How To Turn Your Thoughts Into Wanted Things. For the full show notes and Melissa's go-to social media prompt for AI, head on over to the episode page at Side Hustle Hero. https://www.sidehustlehero.com/129 To Connect with Melissa: LinkedIn Instagram Connect with Joan: Instagram Facebook About Joan Be on the show! Tell us about your side hustle success story!

Looking for the perfect side hustle to start in 2025? This episode of Side Hustle Hero highlights the Top 10 Side Hustles that are accessible, scalable, and proven to generate real results. From AI-driven vending machines and co-hosting short-term rentals to selling on Amazon and organizing photos, these ideas are practical and ready for you to dive into. We've pulled insights from some of the most successful side hustlers featured on the podcast this year, with an eye to what's trending into 2025. Whether you're looking for a low-cost way to get started, a flexible schedule, or a way to scale your income, this list has something for everyone. Here's what you'll discover: Side hustles that fit into your busy schedule Real-world examples and tips from entrepreneurs who've made it work Tools and strategies to set yourself up for success No fluff, no gimmicks—just real, actionable ideas to help you launch and grow your side hustle in 2025. Tune in and get inspired to take the first step toward your side hustle goals! Remember to follow the show for more tips and strategies to build your dream side hustle. Do you like what you're hearing? Consider giving it a caffeinated thumbs up. We'd really appreciate it! Need a little (and sometimes big) push to start and stay focused to grow your side hustle? Dive into my online Masterclass: How To Turn Your Thoughts Into Wanted Things. For the full show notes head on over to the home of Side Hustle Hero. https://www.sidehustlehero.com/128 Connect with Joan: Instagram Facebook About Joan Be on the show! Tell us about your side hustle success story!

Imagine selling popular brand-name products on Amazon without the hassle of manufacturing, creating detailed product pages, or taking professional photos. Instead, you leverage the existing demand and marketing efforts of others. Welcome to the world of making money with Amazon Wholesale. Corey Gamin explains how it all works. He's built his now 7-figure Amazon wholesale business from the ground up, starting as a side hustle before leaving his corporate software sales job to go full-time. In our conversation, he shares: How to Break Into Wholesale: Actionable tips and a ready-to-use script to help new sellers be taken seriously when reaching out for the first time to manufacturers and distributors. The Affordable Software Stack: To analyze product performance, calculate profitability, and choose from millions of potential products. Valuable Tips for Beginners: Including revealing mistakes he's made along the way, and how to spread your investment across multiple products to reduce risk, and How To Simulate Buying Decisions: Before spending a dime on inventory. Do you like what you're hearing? Consider giving it a caffeinated thumbs up. We'd really appreciate it! Need a little (and sometimes big) push to start and stay focused to grow your side hustle? Dive into my online Masterclass: How To Turn Your Thoughts Into Wanted Things. For the full show notes and all the links Corey mentions, head on over to the home of Side Hustle Hero. https://www.sidehustlehero.com/127 Connect with Corey: The Amazon Wholesale Podcast (Apple) The Amazon Wholesale Podcast, Episode 76 with Sean Kaupp (Spotify) Connect with Joan: Instagram Facebook About Joan Be on the show! Tell us about your side hustle success story!

What if you could turn your weekends and your love of music into a highly profitable side hustle? In this episode, we're joined by a financial planner who built a thriving wedding DJ business, earning up to $95,000 annually—all while keeping his full-time job. Discover how he strategically chose weddings to maximize single-day earnings, avoiding the burnout of multiple evening gigs. You'll learn: Why weddings are a lucrative niche for DJs seeking high income per hour. The essential gear to get started without breaking the bank. How smart rentals can keep startup costs low. Clear strategies to make the right connections that lead to booking gigs. How to price your services. What Ross does to nail the client experience - resulting in a biz that now runs solely on referrals. Actionable tips for any aspiring DJ. His story is a testament to taking control of one's life and turning a hobby into a thriving business. Do you like what you're hearing? Consider giving it a caffeinated thumbs up. We'd really appreciate it! Need a little (and sometimes big) push to start and stay focused to grow your side hustle? Dive into my online Masterclass: How To Turn Your Thoughts Into Wanted Things. For the full show notes head on over to the home of Side Hustle Hero. https://www.sidehustlehero.com/ Connect with Ross: Bela Sono Music IG Check Your Balances Podcast Connect with Joan: Instagram Facebook About Joan Be on the show! Tell us about your side hustle success story!

How do you grow a creative side hustle into a thriving business with over 12,000 sales? Megan Walsh answers that in today's episode. She has built her 6-figure Etsy store selling aromatic wall décor and collectables, while working as a nurse and managing the demands of a family and everyday life. You'll hear; How Megan prices her products to ensure she gets paid for her time, Why you should sometimes remove a product from your listings, How to deal with copycats who are stealing your images, and Tips for balancing a demanding career, family responsibilities, and a thriving side hustle. While Megan juggles her side hustle with nursing and family responsibilities, she's refreshingly honest about the moments of burnout and what she does to keep that at a minimum. Do you like what you're hearing? Consider giving it a caffeinated thumbs up. We'd really appreciate it! Need a little (and sometimes big) push to start and stay focused to grow your side hustle? Dive into my online Masterclass: How To Turn Your Thoughts Into Wanted Things. For the full show notes head on over to the home of Side Hustle Hero. https://www.sidehustlehero.com/125 Connect with Megan: Megan's Menagerie Etsy Store Her Instagram Connect with Joan: Instagram Facebook About Joan Be on the show! Tell us about your side hustle success story!

Whether you're just launching your side hustle or scaling it to new heights, challenges are an inevitable part of the journey. What if there was a way to tackle any problem with confidence and ease? In this episode we dive into a two-part game-changing mindset shift that will help you navigate obstacles like a pro. You'll hear inspiring stories—including one that involves finding my keys in a way that still makes me laugh—and learn practical, actionable strategies to apply these mindset shifts in your own life. Whether you're dealing with a major business challenge or a minor everyday hiccup, these approaches will empower you to find solutions faster and with less stress. What You'll Learn: How to shift your focus from the problem to the solution—and why this is the first step to success. The power of reframing your thinking to uncover hidden opportunities and fresh ideas. How these mindset shifts can make even the toughest challenges feel manageable. A simple trick to tap into your intuition and creativity when you feel stuck. By the end of this short episode, you'll have a practical framework to approach challenges with confidence and clarity, no matter how daunting they may seem. Do you like what you're hearing? Consider giving it a caffeinated thumbs up. We'd really appreciate it! Need a little (and sometimes big) push to start and stay focused to grow your side hustle? Dive into my online Masterclass: How To Turn Your Thoughts Into Wanted Things. For the full show notes head on over to the home of Side Hustle Hero. https://www.sidehustlehero.com/124 Here's the link to the Side Hustle Hero Survey that was mentioned. It shouldn't take more than about 15 seconds! THANK YOU so very much for your feedback. https://www.sidehustlehero.com/survey Connect with Joan: Instagram Facebook About Joan Be on the show! Tell us about your side hustle success story!