Side Hustle School

Chris Guillebeau / Onward Project

A daily show for everyone who works a regular job and wants to start an income-earning project on the side.

  • 8 minutes 8 seconds
    Ep. 3397 - First $1,000: Lutheran Pastor Sells & Ships “Consecrate” Boxes

    In this week’s First $1,000 segment, we hear from the creator of Consecrate, a subscription box for pastors and ministers. She sends more than 500 boxes out each month!

    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: [email protected]

    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. 😎 🙏🏼 



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    20 April 2026, 7:00 am
  • 7 minutes 38 seconds
    Ep. 3396 - STORY: Loan Officer Charts New Course With Nautically Inspired Jewelry

    A mortgage loan officer combines her nautical roots with a love of design to create geographically personalized jewelry.  

    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: [email protected]

    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. 😎 🙏🏼 



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    19 April 2026, 7:00 am
  • 4 minutes 50 seconds
    Ep. 3395 - Q&A: “My crazy idea to launch a new magazine…”

    This caller wants to start a print publication—nothing digital! What’s the business model of this potential business magazine? 

    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: [email protected]

    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. 😎 🙏🏼 



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    18 April 2026, 7:00 am
  • 5 minutes 47 seconds
    Ep. 3394 - Failure Friday: “I had to issue refunds and cancel 50 orders…”

    In this week’s Failure Friday segment, we hear from a successful Shopify store owner who sells party favors. Everything was going great, until disaster struck in the form of a misplaced change to her order panel.

    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: [email protected]

    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. 😎 🙏🏼 

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    17 April 2026, 7:00 am
  • 6 minutes 9 seconds
    Ep. 3393 - TBT: Natural Deodorant Becomes Beauty Line

    In this week’s “Throwback Thursday” segment, we hear from a CPA who turns natural deodorant made from apple cider vinegar into a beauty and skin-care line. 

    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: [email protected]

    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. 😎 🙏🏼 



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    16 April 2026, 7:00 am
  • 4 minutes 14 seconds
    Ep. 3392 - Q&A: “Should I use Etsy's platform or build my own website?”

    A listener with an Etsy shop wants to open her own site as well. What’s the best way to branch out?

    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: [email protected]

    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. 😎 🙏🏼 



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    15 April 2026, 7:00 am
  • 5 minutes 34 seconds
    Ep. 3391 - Q&A: “Should I quit my job when the economy is bad?”

    Lately I’ve been hearing from a lot of people in a time of transition one way or another. Here’s an example: when the economy is in a downturn, is this is a bad time to quit your job?

    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: [email protected]

    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. 😎 🙏🏼 



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    14 April 2026, 7:00 am
  • 6 minutes 7 seconds
    Ep. 3390 - First $1,000: “I cold-pitched 10 brands and got my first 2 clients…”

    In this week’s First $1,000 segment, we hear from a freelance apparel designer who specializes in menswear. After having her first child, she set out to learn to work on her own. 

    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: [email protected]

    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. 😎 🙏🏼 

    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    13 April 2026, 7:00 am
  • 7 minutes 44 seconds
    Ep. 3389 - STORY: Three Friends Step Up, Pull In Restroom Revenue

    After three co-workers notice their colleagues using paper towels to open restroom doors, they invent a simple solution that’s a step above the rest.

    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: [email protected]

    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. 😎 🙏🏼 

    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    12 April 2026, 7:00 am
  • 4 minutes 53 seconds
    Ep. 3388 - Q&A: “Someone left me a bad review! What should I do??”

    Oh no! Today’s listener received a bad review on Etsy through no fault of their own. Is there anything they can do to appeal? 

    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: [email protected]

    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. 😎 🙏🏼 



    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    11 April 2026, 7:00 am
  • 8 minutes 12 seconds
    Ep. 3387 - STORY: Two Women Create Swimwear Brand for D-Cups and Up

    After getting fed up with poorly-fitting swimwear, two friends realize that women with larger bust sizes are just an afterthought when swim brands design suits—so they set out to create an alternative.

    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: [email protected]

    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. 😎 🙏🏼 



    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    10 April 2026, 7:00 am
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