Eager to use his spare time productively, Nick Loper started his first side hustle, ShoeSniper.com. Throughout the decade he spent running the footwear comparison site, he consistently experimented with other income streams, including freelancing, affiliate marketing, and self-publishing. But when his business hit one of its lowest points, Nick found himself asking, “What do I truly want to be known for?” While having dinner with his boss one night, he managed to beat the nerves and summon the courage to quit his job. Then, he poured his energy into building Side Hustle Nation, a community helping millions of people find freedom through side hustles. In this episode, Nick shares practical advice on how you can start and grow a profitable side hustle of your own.

In this episode, Hala and Nick will discuss: 

(00:00) Introduction  

(02:35) Side Hustles That Stick  

(03:16) Breaking Your Comfort Zone  

(04:59) Nick’s First Side Hustle  

(08:05) Side Hustle or Second Job?  

(09:17) Why Millennials Love Side Hustles  

(11:00) Digital Tools That Make Side Hustles Easy  

(12:25) The Three Laws of Side Hustles  

(16:49) Simple Ways to Test Your Business Idea  

(20:28) Side Hustles You Can Start Right Now  

(24:23) Turning Niche Skills Into Big Cash  

(26:52) When Should You Quit Your Job?  

Nick Loper is the founder of Side Hustle Nation and the host of The Side Hustle Show, one of the top podcasts for entrepreneurs. His journey started while juggling a corporate job and building a footwear comparison shopping site on the side, which eventually led him to full-time entrepreneurship. Nick is the author of bestselling books like Buy Buttons and $1,000 100 Ways, offering actionable insights into building sustainable income streams. His work has been featured in Forbes, CNBC, and Entrepreneur, and his Side Hustle Nation community is a hub for thousands of hustlers worldwide. 

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