Episodios

  • 190: How to Turn Your Skills Into Multiple Income Streams
    Mar 31 2026

    Most people think they need one great side hustle idea.

    But that's not the only path.

    Today you'll hear from Norman Leach, how multiple income streams can come from at least three places that are already part of your life: the skills you have, the problems you notice, and the interests you naturally follow.

    None of his multiple income streams started as big, polished business ideas. Instead, they started small, and grew over time.

    If you've been waiting for the "right" idea, may this episode help you see that it's closer than you think.

    In this episode, you'll hear:

    • How a simple skill turned into a long-term income stream
    • How noticing a problem led to a business opportunity
    • Why not every side hustle needs to be a full business
    • How one interest can lead to multiple opportunities over time

    Do you like what you're hearing? Consider giving it a caffeinated thumbs up. We'd really appreciate it!

    Need a little (and sometimes big) push to start and stay focused to grow your side hustle? Dive into my online Masterclass: How To Turn Your Thoughts Into Wanted Things.

    For the full show notes head on over to the home of Side Hustle Hero. https://www.sidehustlehero.com/190

    Connect with Norman:

    LinkedIn

    Connect with Joan:

    Instagram

    Facebook

    About Joan

    Be on the show!

    Tell us about your side hustle success story!

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    20 m
  • 189: Make Your Side Hustle Pay - What to Focus on First
    Mar 24 2026

    If you've been putting time into your side hustle but not seeing much return yet, this condensed episode will help you take a step back and refocus.

    You'll hear four simple areas to focus on so you can zero in on what actually brings in revenue, along with a practical way to start buying back your time so you're not doing everything yourself.

    We also get into what it really costs to get help, and why it may be more accessible than you think.

    If you've been struggling to get traction and make your side hustle pay, this conversation is a good place to start.

    Do you like what you're hearing? Consider giving it a caffeinated thumbs up. We'd really appreciate it!

    Need a little (and sometimes big) push to start and stay focused to grow your side hustle? Dive into my online Masterclass: How To Turn Your Thoughts Into Wanted Things.

    For the full show notes head on over to the home of Side Hustle Hero. https://www.sidehustlehero.com/189

    Connect with George:

    (at his website and for his book)

    Connect with Joan:

    Instagram

    Facebook

    About Joan

    Be on the show!

    Tell us about your side hustle success story!

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    8 m
  • 188: How to Earn Up to $10K/Month as a Baby Sleep Consultant (From Home)
    Mar 17 2026

    If you have ever wondered whether a simple service could become a profitable side hustle, this episode offers a fascinating example.

    Jayne Havens built a successful business as a baby sleep consultant, helping exhausted parents get their babies and toddlers sleeping through the night. What started as helping friends turned into a flexible consulting business that now supports families around the world.

    In this conversation, Jayne explains how the baby sleep consulting business works and how she built a client pipeline that consistently brings in new families.

    In this episode you will learn:

    • How Jayne built a thriving business as a baby sleep consultant
    • Why you do not need to be a parent yourself to succeed in this field
    • What a typical day looks like for a sleep consultant
    • How much sleep consultants charge and how pricing works
    • The importance of pre screening potential clients before booking calls
    • How referral partnerships helped grow her consulting business
    • Who makes the best sleep consultants

    Even if you have no interest in becoming a baby sleep consultant, the strategies Jayne shares apply to almost any side hustle. From structuring discovery calls to building trusted partnerships, this episode offers practical ideas that entrepreneurs can adapt to their own businesses.

    If you are exploring service based side hustles or looking for a niche where expertise can translate into real income, this episode will give you a clear look at how one entrepreneur built a successful business helping families sleep better.

    Do you like what you're hearing? Consider giving it a caffeinated thumbs up. We'd really appreciate it!

    Need a little (and sometimes big) push to start and stay focused to grow your side hustle? Dive into my online Masterclass: How To Turn Your Thoughts Into Wanted Things.

    For the full show notes head on over to the home of Side Hustle Hero. https://www.sidehustlehero.com/188

    Connect with Jayne:

    The Snoozefest.com Website

    Centre for Pediatric Sleep Management

    Becoming A Sleep Consultant Podcast

    Becoming A Sleep Consultant Facebook Group

    Connect with Joan:

    Instagram

    Facebook

    About Joan

    Be on the show!

    Tell us about your side hustle success story!

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    50 m
  • 187: From Furloughed to $560K Agency
    Mar 10 2026

    What would you do if your job disappeared tomorrow?

    After six years at Ticketmaster, that's what happened to Rachel Minion. She was suddenly furloughed during the pandemic. At the same time, her husband had just been laid off.

    There was no backup plan.

    But Rachel had something that many of you have or are wanting to have ... a side hustle with a small handful of clients.

    So she made a decision.

    She called those clients and told them she was now available full-time. She shares that since then, her marketing agency is now generating about $560,000 a year.

    We also learn from Rachel,

    • how she made the leap from side hustle to full-time business,
    • how she turns expertise into offers clients will pay for, and
    • why marketing your own business, can feel harder than marketing someone else's.

    If you're currently building something on the side or thinking about starting, this conversation with Rachel may expand what you think is possible, for you.

    Do you like what you're hearing? Consider giving it a caffeinated thumbs up. We'd really appreciate it!

    Need a little (and sometimes big) push to start and stay focused to grow your side hustle? Dive into my online Masterclass: How To Turn Your Thoughts Into Wanted Things.

    For the full show notes and links, head on over to the home of Side Hustle Hero.

    Connect with Rachel:

    Website

    Connect with Joan:

    Instagram

    Facebook

    About Joan

    Be on the show!

    Tell us about your side hustle success story!

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    36 m
  • 186: 3 Things That Make Clients Choose You
    Mar 3 2026

    Branding seems to be important, but at the same time, can be hard to pin down.

    So in this episode, we're making sense of it.

    You'll hear from brand strategist Rob Genovesi about the three things that made the difference in 4X'ing his revenue, without making big changes. We touch on all three, but spend most of our time on what makes you different and how to express that more effectively so people remember you and choose you.

    You'll also hear about a few simple and practical shifts, the kind Rob calls "dumb little things," that don't cost anything but can change how people experience your work.

    Since recording this conversation, I've already implemented two of them and I share what I did in the end of the episode wrap-up.

    Let me know your key takeaways, as I always love hearing what resonates with you.

    Do you like what you're hearing? Consider giving it a caffeinated thumbs up. We'd really appreciate it!

    Need a little (and sometimes big) push to start and stay focused to grow your side hustle? Dive into my online Masterclass: How To Turn Your Thoughts Into Wanted Things.

    For the full show notes and a link to a free digital copy of Rob's book, Don't Fear The Brand, head on over to the home of Side Hustle Hero. https://www.sidehustlehero.com/186

    Connect with Rob:

    LinkedIn

    Rob's Build Strong Brands website

    Connect with Joan:

    Instagram

    Facebook

    About Joan

    Be on the show!

    Tell us about your side hustle success story!

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    32 m
  • 185: How to Clearly See What Makes You Unique
    Feb 24 2026

    If someone asked you what makes you unique, could you answer immediately?

    Many capable professionals struggle with that question because the very things that set them apart, often come so naturally they overlook them.

    Today, Kyle Elliott shares how to recognize your "fabulousness" - the qualities that make you distinct, valuable, and memorable in the marketplace.

    Kyle started his side hustle on Fiverr, charging $5 to review resumes and write LinkedIn profile summaries. Today he's a tech career coach, & trusted confidant to Silicon Valley's top talent.

    You'll also learn a practical exercise for uncovering patterns in what others consistently see in you, along with a simple tool you can create for yourself, to keep real reminders of your value close at hand.

    Do you like what you're hearing? Consider giving it a caffeinated thumbs up. We'd really appreciate it!

    Need a little (and sometimes big) push to start and stay focused to grow your side hustle? Dive into my online Masterclass: How To Turn Your Thoughts Into Wanted Things.

    For the full show notes head on over to the home of Side Hustle Hero. https://www.sidehustlehero.com/185

    Connect with Kyle:

    https://caffeinatedkyle.com/

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylecromerelliott/

    Connect with Joan:

    Instagram

    Facebook

    About Joan

    Be on the show!

    Tell us about your side hustle success story!

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    16 m
  • 184: How One Connection Can Build Your Client Pipeline
    Feb 17 2026

    Finding clients can take more time than actually doing the work, especially when you are building a side hustle alongside a full time job. But what if you could bring opportunities to you instead of constantly chasing them?

    Today Megan Leasher explains how she built a client pipeline by positioning herself inside existing ecosystems instead of relying on traditional outreach. Instead of hunting for clients, she focuses on partnerships, visibility, and strategic positioning that bring opportunities directly to her.

    She also shares how she structured things with her employer so her side hustle and full time role can coexist smoothly, along with practical steps you can take this week to start building your own pipeline.

    In this episode, you will learn:

    • The three ways she consistently gets clients without chasing them
    • How contractor pools and partner firms can become built in lead sources
    • Why smaller firms can be powerful allies for growing your client base
    • Low cost and no cost ways to build credibility and visibility
    • How speaking, writing, and communities can act as referral engines
    • What to know about joining a Forbes advisory council and whether it is worth it

    Do you like what you're hearing? Consider giving it a caffeinated thumbs up. We'd really appreciate it!

    Need a little (and sometimes big) push to start and stay focused to grow your side hustle? Dive into my online Masterclass: How To Turn Your Thoughts Into Wanted Things.

    For the full show notes head on over to the home of Side Hustle Hero. https://www.sidehustlehero.com/184

    Connect with Megan:

    LinkedIn

    Connect with Joan:

    Instagram

    Facebook

    About Joan

    Be on the show!

    Tell us about your side hustle success story!

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    41 m
  • 183: How to Finally Follow Through on a Side Hustle
    Feb 10 2026

    If you've been thinking about starting or growing a side hustle but haven't yet followed through, you'll want to check out this episode.

    Here I share a simple two-step accountability process I've used myself many times to move from talking about taking action, to actually doing it. I walk you through;

    • how I create forward progress,
    • why keeping your word matters so much, and
    • how this approach helps you actually stay in motion on your side hustle without overcomplicating things or getting stuck in planning mode.

    Do you like what you're hearing? Consider giving it a caffeinated thumbs up. We'd really appreciate it!

    Need a little (and sometimes big) push to start and stay focused to grow your side hustle? Dive into my online Masterclass: How To Turn Your Thoughts Into Wanted Things.

    For the full show notes head on over to the home of Side Hustle Hero. https://www.sidehustlehero.com/183

    Be on the show!

    https://www.sidehustlehero.com/guests/intake/

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    10 m