Side Hustle School

By Chris Guillebeau / Onward Project / Panoply

SHOW DESCRIPTION

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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	EPISODES LIST
		#778 - WEEKLY RECAP: Lessons Learned from Society Launch In our seventh recap of Season III, we'll highlight the lessons learned in this week. Also: an audio update from a previous case study!Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow notes: SideHustleSchool.comTwitter: @chrisguillebeau	02.17.2019
		#777 - Management Consultant Creates Astute Traveling Videos Travel videos on YouTube seemed like a crowded market, but this rewards-loving consultant finds a way to stand out.Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow notes: SideHustleSchool.comTwitter: @chrisguillebeau	02.16.2019
		#776 - Mom Starts Uber Easy Side Hustle Taxiing Kids An Aussie mom of five discovers an easy way to make cash by giving rides to her kids’ schoolmates. Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow notes: SideHustleSchool.comTwitter: @chrisguillebeau	02.15.2019
		#775 - MFA Student Trades Pen for Keyboard Can a creative writer compete with Google? This one does, and he goes on to earn $12,500 in recurring monthly income.Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow notes: SideHustleSchool.com	02.14.2019
		#774 - Wisconsin Natives Hustle Coasters for Love of Good Beer When the beaches of Florida do nothing to diminish their love of their home state, two Wisconsin natives combine their love of Milwaukee and beer into a circular side hustle. Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow notes: SideHustleSchool.comTwitter: @chrisguillebeau	02.13.2019
		#773 - Artistic Wedding Backdrop Offers Updated Photo Alternative Two friends create an unusual wedding centerpiece, renting it to couples in search of a nontraditional wedding ceremony. Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow notes: SideHustleSchool.comTwitter: @chrisguillebeau	02.12.2019
		#772 - Athletes Create “Chewable Energy” Gum Searching for energy on-the-go without a nasty crash or sugar rush, these two friends and high-performing athletes chew on the idea until inspiration strikes.Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow notes: SideHustleSchool.comTwitter: @chrisguillebeau	02.11.2019
		#771 - WEEKLY RECAP: Keeping Up With What Matters In our sixth recap of Season III, we'll highlight the lessons learned in this week. Also: an audio update from a previous case study!Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow notes: SideHustleSchool.comTwitter: @chrisguillebeau	02.10.2019
		#770 - Teacher Makes Money Asking Questions Outside the Classroom A West Virginia high-school teacher hosts trivia night for extra income—then earns a share for other hosts who use his equipment.Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow notes: SideHustleSchool.comTwitter: @chrisguillebeau	02.09.2019
		#769 - Rocket Scientist Launches Out-Of-This-World Tutoring Business A NASA rocket scientist engineers her students toward top-flight grades.Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow notes: SideHustleSchool.comTwitter: @chrisguillebeau	02.08.2019
		#768 - Clothing Boutique Burns Down, Rebuilds to 4 Locations This contractor went from flipping refurbished clothes on the side to starting her own boutique. After the store burns down in a fire, she carefully reads her insurance policy to discover she’s entitled to an additional $30,000 payment. Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow notes: SideHustleSchool.comTwitter: @chrisguillebeau	02.07.2019
		#767 - The Paleo Bagel: No Wheat, No Worries A middle aged fitness junkie goes all-in with the Paleo diet, but misses his daily bagel—so he goes on a quest to create “the Pagel.”Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow notes: SideHustleSchool.comTwitter: @chrisguillebeau	02.06.2019
		#766 - Vigil Anti-Hacker Logs $110,000 Profit A high school student uses ethical hacking to discover computer bugs, earning as much as $20,000 a month.Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow notes: SideHustleSchool.comTwitter: @chrisguillebeau	02.05.2019
		#765 - Dynamic Sister Duo Bids Up Profits for Charities Going, going, gone! Two sisters harness a unique skill to help charities “get in on the auction.”Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow notes: SideHustleSchool.comTwitter: @chrisguillebeau	02.04.2019
		#764 - WEEKLY RECAP: "My worst song has made the most money...” In our fifth recap of Season III, we'll highlight the lessons learned in this week. Also: an audio update from a previous case study!Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow notes: SideHustleSchool.comTwitter: @chrisguillebeau	02.03.2019
		#763 - Beekeepers Build Buzzing Backyard Business After learning to care for bees by watching YouTube, this European couple living in Australia turns it into a full-time income. Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow notes: SideHustleSchool.comTwitter: @chrisguillebeau	02.02.2019
		#762 - Eat, Graze, Love: Massive Cheese Platters Become Life of the Party An Aussie woman quits her job to earn a full-time income from catering mega-sized snack boards at parties. Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow notes: SideHustleSchool.comTwitter: @chrisguillebeau	02.01.2019
		#761 “Teachers Against Humanities” Card Deck Unites Educators A British teacher turns wit and sarcasm about his job into an expansion card deck for the popular Cards Against Humanities game.Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow notes: SideHustleSchool.comTwitter: @chrisguillebeau	01.31.2019
		#760 - Friends Team Up to Deliver Compassionate Tech Support A nonprofit executive partners with a friend to provide IT services for charities and small businesses.Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow notes: SideHustleSchool.comTwitter: @chrisguillebeau	01.30.2019
		#759 - Tote Bag Titans! Teachers’ Custom Bag Shoulders $110,000 Profits Two teachers create a multi-tasking tote bag from scratch, building it into a six-figure business in just six months.Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow notes: SideHustleSchool.comTwitter: @chrisguillebeau	01.29.2019
		#758 - Packing Cube Sales Earn $6,000/Month With No Inventory A presidential pencil holder and a keen eye for travel gear leads to a $6,000/month travel business.Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow notes: SideHustleSchool.comTwitter: @chrisguillebeau	01.28.2019
		#757 - WEEKLY RECAP: Last Call for Side Hustle Society! In our fourth recap of Season III, we'll highlight the lessons learned in this week. Also: an audio update from a previous case study! Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow notes: SideHustleSchool.comTwitter: @chrisguillebeau	01.27.2019
		#756 - Catholic Designer Creates Stylish Apparel Line What shall it profit a man to gain the whole world but not sell any t-shirts? This designer cast his bread upon the waters and ended up with a profitable fashion line. Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow notes: SideHustleSchool.comTwitter: @chrisguillebeau	01.26.2019
		#755 - All Work and No Play Inspires Nurses to Hustle When two nurses discover the cash potential hidden in your toddler’s toy chest, they trade in their scrubs for Play-Doh and Frozen figurines … bringing in six-figures their first year. Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow notes: SideHustleSchool.comTwitter: @chrisguillebeau	01.25.2019
		#754 - Engineer Parses His Way To 2x Income His first 25 side hustles failed … but on his 26th attempt, this software engineer ends up replicating the income from his day job. Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow notes: SideHustleSchool.comTwitter: @chrisguillebeau	01.24.2019
		#753 - Bank Employee Kindles Candle Profits When her favorite candle shop leaves town, a Portland woman lights the way and starts her own. Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow notes: SideHustleSchool.comTwitter: @chrisguillebeau	01.23.2019
		SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT: Side Hustle Society Returns! After ten months of waiting, our online community is now open to new members. Get feedback on your ideas and go from idea to income in 2019! --> SideHustleSchool.com/society	01.22.2019
		#752 - Marimba Rental Business Hits All The Right Notes Arriba! A father of four starts a marimba flipping business to fund child’s tuition. Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow notes: SideHustleSchool.comTwitter: @chrisguillebeau	01.22.2019
		#751 - Distracted Coach Creates Accountability Software Recognizing his own need for accountability, an executive coach develops a tool to allow people who work alone to overcome procrastination. Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow notes: SideHustleSchool.comTwitter: @chrisguillebeau	01.21.2019
		#750 - WEEKLY RECAP: The Parable of the Plumber In our third recap of Season III, we'll highlight the lessons learned in this week. Also: an audio update from a previous case study! Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow notes: SideHustleSchool.comTwitter: @chrisguillebeau	01.20.2019
		#749 - Nacho Average Tacos! Chef Puts Twist on Mexican Culinary Classics A San Diego chef turns her weekend catering gig into a popular brick and mortar restaurant for visitors on both sides of the border.. Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow notes: SideHustleSchool.comTwitter: @chrisguillebeau	01.19.2019
		#748 - An Everyday Bag That Gives Back to Women in India A woman turns her need for a solid, everyday bag into a project that employs women at risk of human trafficking in West Bengal, India. Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow notes: SideHustleSchool.comTwitter: @chrisguillebeau	01.18.2019
		#747 - Un-Tours Of Myanmar Offer Adventure and Unpredictability His friends kept asking him to lead tours of Myanmar, and he finally agreed. But he wasn’t going to stick to the usual sights—these ‘un-tours’ would be anything but typical. Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow notes: SideHustleSchool.comTwitter: @chrisguillebeau	01.17.2019
		#746 - Bartenders Turn Trivia Night Into $1.5 Million Business From an initial investment of just $300, a pair of Cincinnati bartenders transform trivia night into a seven-figure franchise. Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow notes: SideHustleSchool.comTwitter: @chrisguillebeau	01.16.2019
		#745 - The Mystical Solution to Modern Love (and Money) A lifelong side hustler becomes a part-time relationship coach, starting a new service in response to a clear need. Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow notes: SideHustleSchool.comTwitter: @chrisguillebeau	01.15.2019
		#744 - It’s No Joke: Prank Musical Greeting Card Earns $36,000/Month What starts as a silly idea to make a musical greeting card with no off-switch turns into a multiple six-figure, nonstop success for two brothers. Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow notes: SideHustleSchool.comTwitter: @chrisguillebeau	01.14.2019
		#743 - WEEKLY RECAP: Government Shuts Down, Your Life Continues In our second recap of Season III, we'll highlight the lessons learned in this week. Also: an audio update from a previous case study! Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow notes: SideHustleSchool.comTwitter: @chrisguillebeau	01.13.2019
		#742 - Louisiana Vegan Community Becomes a Big Dill Feeling like the only vegans in Louisiana, two friends start a roving, multi-course dinner series. Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow Notes: SideHustleSchool.comTwitter: @chrisguillebeau	01.12.2019
		#741 - Photographer Visits 30 Countries, Leading Tours & Getting Paid After struggling to build an online following, a photographer changes course and finds the right lens. Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow Notes: SideHustleSchool.comTwitter: @chrisguillebeau	01.11.2019
		#740 - Trip to Europe Inspires Adventurous Blanket Biz After returning from an extended trip abroad, this digital strategist draws on a sense of adventure to source and sell heirloom throw blankets. Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow Notes: SideHustleSchool.comTwitter: @chrisguillebeau	01.10.2019
		#739 - Car Enthusiast Sells DIY Tune-Up Kits A longtime side hustler creates a series of products for fellow car enthusiasts. Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow Notes: SideHustleSchool.comTwitter: @chrisguillebeau	01.09.2019
		#738 - iPhone “Progress App” Weighs in with Measurable Profits He missed out on the early gold rush of the Apple store, but this UK bank employee arrives three years later with an app that’s built to last. He now earns a full-time income from it while traveling the world. Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow Notes: SideHustleSchool.comTwitter: @chrisguillebeau	01.08.2019
		#737 - Retro Hair Accessories Scrunch Up $4,000/Month Remember the hair scrunchie from the 1980s? It’s making a comeback, and this community college administrator sells thousands of them from her home. Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow Notes: SideHustleSchool.comTwitter: @chrisguillebeau	01.07.2019
		#736 - WEEKLY RECAP: 3 Priorities to Keep You Focused In our first recap of Season III, we'll highlight the lessons learned in this week. Also: an audio update from a previous case study! Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow notes: SideHustleSchool.comTwitter: @chrisguillebeau	01.06.2019
		#735 - Bucket List Becomes Swashbuckling Adventure Tour Company A small-town Oregonian grows a travel blog into a multiple six-figure business.Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow notes: SideHustleSchool.comTwitter: @chrisguillebeau	01.05.2019
		#734 - Data Geek Charts Course From Analyst to Author Bored at work, a young economics analyst gets creative and designs charts about love and breakups. She ends up with a book deal—and a better job.Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow notes: SideHustleSchool.comTwitter: @chrisguillebeau	01.04.2019
		#733 - Networking Success Is Served with a Side of Eggs Inspired by a generation’s obsession with startups and brunch, this Wall Street relationship manager combines the two on a silver platter.Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow notes: SideHustleSchool.comTwitter: @chrisguillebeau	01.03.2019
		#732 - PE Teacher Resells Concert Tickets, Earns $12,000/Month After selling a few tickets to concerts he couldn’t attend, this teacher found himself with a lucrative side hustle that changed his life. Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow notes: SideHustleSchool.comTwitter: @chrisguillebeau	01.02.2019
		#731 - Season III Begins! Make 2019 Your Best Year Yet We’re back for the third year in a row with more stories! Here’s what it’s all about and what you can expect as we level-up for our awesome listeners.Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow notes: SideHustleSchool.com	01.01.2019
		#730 - Family Business Connects Household Cardboard to Geometry Lessons When a mom starts a furniture business, it inspires her kids to try their own hands at business from an early age. Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting their job. You’ll learn how they got the idea, how they overcame challenges along the way, and what the results are. Share: #SideHustleSchoolShow notes: SideHustleSchool.comTwitter: @chrisguillebeau	12.31.2018

LAST EPISODE

#778 - WEEKLY RECAP: Lesson...

02.17.2019

In our seventh recap of Season III, we'll highlight the lessons learned in this week. Also: an audio update from a previous case study!Side Hustle School features a new story EVERY DAY of someone who started a hustle without quitting ...