

The Side Hustle Show
Nick Loper of Side Hustle Nation | YAP Media
The entrepreneurship podcast you can actually apply! The award-winning small business show covers creative ways to make money online and offline, including online business, side gigs, freelancing, marketing, sales funnels, investing, and much more. Join 100,000+ listeners and get legit business ideas and passive income strategies straight to your earbuds. No BS, just actionable tips on how to start and grow your side hustle. Hosted by Nick Loper of Side Hustle Nation.
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Sep 18, 2025 • 53min
697: 10 Recurring Revenue Side Hustles
Liz Wilcox, an email marketer and copywriter, shares her journey of creating a low-cost membership product that provides recurring revenue through newsletter templates. Eric Dingler, a local SEO and digital marketing expert, discusses how he transformed his services into a monthly offering, emphasizing proactive reporting and high margins. The conversation dives into the importance of solving recurring problems to achieve financial stability, along with creative ideas for subscription-based side hustles like email memberships and productized services.

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Sep 11, 2025 • 42min
696: This 15-Year Old is Running a $100,000 Business From His Bedroom
Meet Harrison Nott, a 15-year-old entrepreneur who launched CoolTowel, projected to rake in £100,000 this summer. He turned his annoyance with overheating during sports into a thriving business. Harrison shares his viral video strategies that garnered a million views and highlights the importance of user-generated content for scaling e-commerce. He also discusses the significance of personal branding for young entrepreneurs and how he navigates challenges like inventory management while balancing school and sports.

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Sep 8, 2025 • 44min
695: The Most Unique Niches, Small Town Side Hustles, Monetizing Art, and More: Q&A with Nick
Listeners dive into the world of unique side hustles and creative business opportunities. Discover how to monetize art and explore effective strategies for small-town entrepreneurs. The conversation also touches on the intriguing intersection of AI and side hustles. Plus, hear insights on the relentless pursuit of wealth and the importance of balancing personal relationships. This lively Q&A shares practical advice for turning hobbies into profitable ventures while cherishing time with loved ones.

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Sep 4, 2025 • 49min
694: Your Path to $1k+ Brand Deals, Even With a Small Audience
Justin Moore, founder of Creator Wizard and author of Sponsor Magnet, shares insights into landing lucrative brand deals, even with a small audience. He highlights the importance of niche targeting, showing how engagement trumps follower count. Listeners learn about the ROPE method for effective pitches and why user-generated content is shifting the game for creators. Justin also delves into building authentic partnerships and leveraging trends, providing practical tools to secure valuable collaborations and enhance personal branding.

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Aug 28, 2025 • 47min
693: Renting Out Websites? How to Build Recurring Revenue with Simple, Local Sites
In this episode, John Michael, the founder of TownRankSEO.com, shares his groundbreaking journey of renting out local websites to boost businesses without the hassle of traditional real estate. He discusses how to identify profitable niches, build and rank websites quickly, and creatively connect with business owners in need of leads. John also highlights unexpected SEO consulting opportunities and emphasizes the importance of trust and consistent communication in the digital landscape. Tune in for actionable insights into generating recurring revenue with digital real estate!

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Aug 25, 2025 • 46min
How To Get Clients From YouTube (Greatest Hits)
Joshua Lisec, an award-winning ghostwriter and TEDx speaker, shares his insight on leveraging YouTube to generate six-figure incomes with under 300 subscribers. He discusses how to attract high-value leads through strategic content creation and keyword optimization. Listeners will learn about bundling low-paying gigs into high-value services and the importance of establishing authority through impactful case studies. Joshua also highlights effective video tactics and tools like Keywords Everywhere to maximize reach and engagement in client acquisition.

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Aug 21, 2025 • 54min
692: $2500/mo with Online Directories
Frey Chu, an entrepreneur behind successful directory websites, shares insights on building a thriving online income. He explains how he started in the thrifting niche, rapidly gaining 1,000 daily visitors and earning $1,200 in his first month. Frey reveals effective niche selection strategies and data-driven research methods to uncover profitable opportunities. He discusses monetization techniques beyond ads and emphasizes the importance of organizing and presenting data to enhance user experience. His journey showcases the resilience of directory sites despite evolving SEO challenges.

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Aug 14, 2025 • 51min
691: Your Simple 10-Year Path to Financial Flexibility
Dustin Heiner, a real estate investor and coach at Master Passive Income, shares his journey to early retirement through strategic property investments. He discusses a simple yet effective 10-year plan of acquiring one cash-flowing rental property each year. Dustin emphasizes the importance of building a reliable team to manage properties and explores creative financing options for beginners. You'll also learn insights on selecting profitable properties, mastering cash flow, and avoiding common landlord pitfalls, making wealth-building accessible!

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Aug 11, 2025 • 46min
690: 9 Ways to Get Money to Start Your Side Hustle
Starting a side hustle? Discover essential funding strategies to kick off your venture! Learn about bootstrapping, leveraging personal resources, and finding support from friends and family. Explore innovative options like pre-selling your ideas and using crowdfunding. Get insights into government grants and private banking resources, plus tips on attracting investors. Real-life success stories from top brands illustrate how they secured capital. Equip yourself with the right financial knowledge to avoid common pitfalls and grow your dream side hustle!

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Aug 7, 2025 • 52min
689: 18 AI-Assisted Product Ideas You Could Build and Sell
Pete McPherson, founder of DoYouEvenBlog.com and CodePlaybook.com, shares his expertise on harnessing AI for business creation. He unveils 18 innovative AI product ideas, from gamifying household chores to creating personalized content tools. Learn how to validate demand using platforms like Reddit, and discover strategies for launching apps quickly. The conversation also touches on enhancing productivity with AI-driven task management tools and the potential for an engaging parenting tool that introduces coding concepts to kids.