About the Episode:
In this first episode of the The Side Hustle Project, I want to talk to you about the importance of having a side hustle—why it’s no longer just a “nice-to-have” in today’s world, regardless of what your goals are for it.
If you want your side hustle to grow into a full-time business eventually, great. Getting started early is a must.
Building up the stability and predictability of your side income helps you mitigate the risk for when you finally axe your full-time income.
But even if you don’t want to leave the stability of your day job, one of the best ways to save more money each month for vacations, making a downpayment on a home or otherwise—is too well, earn more outside of just your day job.
We’re talking about all of the unexpected benefits that having a side hustle can bring you and what running your own side project will teach you about yourself.
What I Talk About:
[spp-timestamp time=”02:35″] My background and how I grew my side hustle (freelancing) up to six-figures while working a full-time job.
[04:34] I cover how having a side hustle helped me land my dream job & negotiate for a higher salary.
[05:43] I also dive into how building a side hustle can actually help you perform better at your day job.
[spp-timestamp time=”04:40″] I go into how having a side hustle will create unpredictable, exciting opportunities for you simply by executing on your ideas.
[06:18] I dig into one of the biggest benefits of having a side hustle today: it can mitigate risks and create more financial stability.
[07:45] I talk about how having a side hustle gives you control over your own destiny—and options for your future.
[08:22] And finally, I dive into how you can derive a lot of meaning and purpose from your side hustle—if you choose wisely.
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Relevant Resources:
My free course on Finding a Profitable Business Idea (That’s Right for You)
My in-depth guide to getting started as a freelancer on the side of your day job.
My compilation of the 101+ Best Side Hustle Ideas for aspiring entrepreneurs today
My list of the 76 Best Business Books for Entrepreneurs
My breakdown and review of the 100 Best Online Courses for Entrepreneurs and Creatives
My roundup of the 58 Best Pieces of Business Advice from World-Class Entrepreneurs
My list of 112 Motivational Quotes to Hustle You to Get Sh*t Done
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Shoutout:
Special thanks to our sponsor for this episode, Freshbooks: Cloud accounting for freelancers, solopreneurs and side hustlers.
Hey Ryan!
It all starts somewhere, sometime, right?
I think this first episode was great. I already knew about your background and about the iStash and the $6.000+ failure.
I have two side businesses, so I know what this feels like.
So true! It all begins somewhere, couldn’t agree more. Most common point of feedback so far (from the people I’ve at least spoken with on the phone) has been to bring more of my super excited energy into these solo episodes, rather than following a set list of bullet points.
What do you think?
A very helpful positive episode. Short, sweet and easy to listen to. Do you plan to do more?
Thank you!
Absolutely, I’ve got almost 30 already lined up and into production. The next 3 coming out next week are all interview-based. Trying out some varied formats 😊
Can’t wait to hear what you think.
“The more you make and share with the world, the more opportunities you create for yourself.”
Pure gold! Great first podcast Ryan. I liked that it was short, direct, and to the point. Yet still filled with impactful knowledge. Thanks for creating this!
Hell yes! Great to hear, thanks for tuning in, Chris 🙏
Hi Ryan,
Congratulations on your post, very efficient and productive.
Yes, we are all trying to start a side hustle.
I am hoping to open a real-estate company ( with a franchise support at the beginning)
The market here in UK is expanding every year so I think it’s never to late to open one.
What do you think?
Thanks
Silviu
I’m more interested about your experience and interests. I’m sure you could do well as a real estate agent or broker given the right relationships and willingness to work for it.
Just because a market is growing (or real estate is becoming more expensive) doesn’t mean you’ll be able to just hop in and make a killing doing little work.
Have you worked with real estate in the past?
hey Ryan,
Thank you, lovely podcasts. Totally informative and mind opening.
Perfect.
Thank you! 🙌
What’s been your favorite episode so far?
Formidable site
I like your audio which blows my mind and show me a way to earn extra. Knowing how you grow up helps us. cheers
I need to start green house project whereby I will plant different vegetable so I just need to find help into which grops will be good for different seasons.