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.

  • 4 minutes 57 seconds
    Ep. 3332 - Q&A: “How to sell a reusable fork…”

    She’s made a foldable tote bag attached to a set of eating utensils. How will she find her ideal customers? 

    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 February 2026, 8:00 am
  • 8 minutes 2 seconds
    Ep. 3331 - STORY: Dog Stocking Hustle Earns Husky Payoff

    He never saw himself starting a side hustle, but when he noticed one of his marketing clients making bank on seasonal pet gifts, he just couldn’t roll over anymore—he had to act.

    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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    13 February 2026, 8:00 am
  • 8 minutes 31 seconds
    Ep. 3330 - TBT: The Accountant Who Sold Spreadsheets to Etsy Sellers

    In this week’s “Throwback Thursday” segment, we hear from an accountant who sells spreadsheet templates and other financial resources to creatives.

    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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    12 February 2026, 8:00 am
  • 4 minutes 25 seconds
    Ep. 3329 - Q&A: “Should I pay a publicist to book me as a podcast guest?”

    Today’s caller is trying to build her brand as a lifestyle coach. Should she hire a publicist to book her as a guest on podcasts? 

    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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    11 February 2026, 8:00 am
  • 5 minutes 5 seconds
    Ep. 3328 - Q&A: “Why do online courses cost so much—or so little?”

    Online courses are everywhere! Some cost $20 and others cost $2,000 or more. Why is there no consistency in pricing—and how can you determine what *your* price should be? 

    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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    10 February 2026, 8:00 am
  • 4 minutes 50 seconds
    Ep. 3327 - First $1,000: “I dropped off hundreds of orders at the post office…”

    In this week’s First $1,000 segment, we hear from the creator of Dental Lace, the original zero-waste dental floss. It’s now sold in retailers worldwide—but it all started with an idea that some people thought was crazy.

    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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    9 February 2026, 8:00 am
  • 7 minutes 51 seconds
    Ep. 3326 - STORY: Inventor Unclogs Profits With Innovative Drain Solution

    A modern-day Edison creates a million-dollar product after constantly cleaning up loose hair in his household drains.

    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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    8 February 2026, 8:00 am
  • 5 minutes 4 seconds
    Ep. 3325 - Q&A: “How can I become a personal finance influencer?”

    Today’s caller wants to enter the world of personal finance experts and influencers. As she notes, she’s not the only one! So if you want to break in—what do you do? 

    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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    7 February 2026, 8:00 am
  • 5 minutes 54 seconds
    Ep. 3324 - Failure Friday: “My virtual assistant was a fan of quiet quitting…”

    In this week’s Failure Friday segment, we hear from the founder of an advisory service who hires his first assistant. The relationship starts well, but as the founder stops paying attention, things go downhill.

    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.

    6 February 2026, 8:00 am
  • 7 minutes 24 seconds
    Ep. 3323 - TBT: English Language Game Throws Down Amazon Gauntlet

    In this week’s “Throwback Thursday” segment, we hear from an English teacher who turns his passion for verbs into online income.

    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.

    5 February 2026, 8:00 am
  • 4 minutes 26 seconds
    Ep. 3322 - Q&A: “Can I import rain barrels from the Netherlands?”

    A listener loves rain barrels (this is a thing) and she’s found the perfect one in the Netherlands—but she lives in the U.S. Might she be able to partner with the company to become their national distributor?  

    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.

    4 February 2026, 8:00 am
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