Episodes

  • Ep. 3475 - Q&A: “How to best use a time of unemployment?”
    Jul 7 2026

    Today’s caller faces a big decision: during a time of unemployment, does she stretch her side hustle into a career, or go back to traditional work?


    Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show includes free guided lessons and listener Q&A several days each week.


    Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com

    Email: team@sidehustleschool.com

    Be on the show: SideHustleSchool.com/questions

    Connect on Instagram: @193countries

    Visit Chris's main site: ChrisGuillebeau.com

    Read A Year of Mental Health: yearofmentalhealth.com


    If you're enjoying the show, please pass it along! It's free and has been published every single day since January 1, 2017. We're also very grateful for your five-star ratings—it shows that people are listening and looking forward to new episodes. 😎 🙏🏼

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    7 mins
  • Ep. 3474 - First $1,000: “I had no idea Hula Hoops were a seasonal business…”
    Jul 6 2026

    In this week’s First $1,000 segment, we hear from Holly the Hula Hoop Hustler. She’s now earning up to $2,000/month selling hula hoops on Amazon. But what about her first $1,000—how did she make that happen, and what did she learn?


    Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show includes free guided lessons and listener Q&A several days each week.


    Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com

    Email: team@sidehustleschool.com

    Be on the show: SideHustleSchool.com/questions

    Connect on Instagram: @193countries

    Visit Chris's main site: ChrisGuillebeau.com

    Read A Year of Mental Health: yearofmentalhealth.com


    If you're enjoying the show, please pass it along! It's free and has been published every single day since January 1, 2017. We're also very grateful for your five-star ratings—it shows that people are listening and looking forward to new episodes. 😎 🙏🏼

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    5 mins
  • Ep. 3473 - STORY: Enjoy an Ice Cold Beverage in a Mug Made from Ice
    Jul 5 2026

    A visit to the outdoor sauna in the midst of a Minnesota winter inspires a mug made from ice that has sold over 4,000 units.


    Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show includes free guided lessons and listener Q&A several days each week.


    Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com

    Email: team@sidehustleschool.com

    Be on the show: SideHustleSchool.com/questions

    Connect on Instagram: @193countries

    Visit Chris's main site: ChrisGuillebeau.com

    Read A Year of Mental Health: yearofmentalhealth.com


    If you're enjoying the show, please pass it along! It's free and has been published every single day since January 1, 2017. We're also very grateful for your five-star ratings—it shows that people are listening and looking forward to new episodes. 😎 🙏🏼

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    7 mins
  • Ep. 3472 - Q&A: “How should I promote my new app?”
    Jul 4 2026

    Today’s caller is wondering about where to go to promote a wellness app she’s made. Is promoting an app different from anything else?


    Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show includes free guided lessons and listener Q&A several days each week.


    Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com

    Email: team@sidehustleschool.com

    Be on the show: SideHustleSchool.com/questions

    Connect on Instagram: @193countries

    Visit Chris's main site: ChrisGuillebeau.com

    Read A Year of Mental Health: yearofmentalhealth.com


    If you're enjoying the show, please pass it along! It's free and has been published every single day since January 1, 2017. We're also very grateful for your five-star ratings—it shows that people are listening and looking forward to new episodes. 😎 🙏🏼

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    5 mins
  • Ep. 3471 - STORY: Tinder Matched Couple Swipes Right to Sell Cupcakes
    Jul 3 2026

    After meeting on Tinder, a couple takes a long walk through Central Park and decides to sell cupcakes for $20 each. Surprise: it works.


    Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show includes free guided lessons and listener Q&A several days each week.


    Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com

    Email: team@sidehustleschool.com

    Be on the show: SideHustleSchool.com/questions

    Connect on Instagram: @193countries

    Visit Chris's main site: ChrisGuillebeau.com

    Read A Year of Mental Health: yearofmentalhealth.com


    If you're enjoying the show, please pass it along! It's free and has been published every single day since January 1, 2017. We're also very grateful for your five-star ratings—it shows that people are listening and looking forward to new episodes. 😎 🙏🏼

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    8 mins
  • Ep. 3470 - TBT: Comfy Pillow Provides Seatbelt Support for Cancer Patients
    Jul 2 2026

    In this week’s “Throwback Thursday” segment, we hear from the creator of the ParkPuff, a “go anywhere” seat belt pillow for cancer and surgery patients.


    Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show includes free guided lessons and listener Q&A several days each week.


    Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com

    Email: team@sidehustleschool.com

    Be on the show: SideHustleSchool.com/questions

    Connect on Instagram: @193countries

    Visit Chris's main site: ChrisGuillebeau.com

    Read A Year of Mental Health: yearofmentalhealth.com


    If you're enjoying the show, please pass it along! It's free and has been published every single day since January 1, 2017. We're also very grateful for your five-star ratings—it shows that people are listening and looking forward to new episodes. 😎 🙏🏼

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    7 mins
  • Ep. 3469 - Q&A: “Where's the best place to hire contractors?”
    Jul 1 2026

    Today’s caller is starting a *second* side hustle and wants to know where to find the best virtual assistants and other contractors.


    Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show includes free guided lessons and listener Q&A several days each week.


    Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com

    Email: team@sidehustleschool.com

    Be on the show: SideHustleSchool.com/questions

    Connect on Instagram: @193countries

    Visit Chris's main site: ChrisGuillebeau.com

    Read A Year of Mental Health: yearofmentalhealth.com


    If you're enjoying the show, please pass it along! It's free and has been published every single day since January 1, 2017. We're also very grateful for your five-star ratings—it shows that people are listening and looking forward to new episodes. 😎 🙏🏼

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    6 mins
  • Ep. 3468 - Q&A: “How do you determine a customer’s emotional needs?”
    Jun 30 2026

    Today’s listener is inspired to learn more about the “core emotional needs” of a potential customer, but isn’t sure how to do it or what to do with the info. Are these needs always the same, or do they vary?


    Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show includes free guided lessons and listener Q&A several days each week.


    Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com

    Email: team@sidehustleschool.com

    Be on the show: SideHustleSchool.com/questions

    Connect on Instagram: @193countries

    Visit Chris's main site: ChrisGuillebeau.com

    Read A Year of Mental Health: yearofmentalhealth.com


    If you're enjoying the show, please pass it along! It's free and has been published every single day since January 1, 2017. We're also very grateful for your five-star ratings—it shows that people are listening and looking forward to new episodes. 😎 🙏🏼

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    5 mins