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Episode 3111
There are side hustles that make sense on paper, and then there are ones that just sound too weird to be real—until you realize someone out there is cashing in. Today’s question falls into the second category. Marcus from San Diego recently heard about a guy who gets paid to stand in line for people. Whether it’s a hot sneaker release, a new iPhone, or a buzzy restaurant with no reservations, this person essentially rents their spot in line—and makes money doing it. Marcus has done this kind of thing for fun in the past, and now he’s wondering: could he turn that into a real hustle? And more importantly, is it actually worth doing, or is there a better way to spend that time? So, could this approach be viable as a business? Let’s take a look at the pros, cons, and how to pull it off—without getting overwhelmed or burned."I recently heard a story about a guy who gets paid to stand in line for other people—like for sneaker drops, iPhone launches, or limited-edition merch. Honestly, I kind of love that vibe. I’ve camped out for events before, and I enjoy the whole experience—chatting with people, bringing snacks, even documenting the line on social. It got me wondering: could this be a real side hustle? Are people actually paying for this, and if so, how would I get started? Or is this one of those ideas that sounds fun but isn’t actually worth doing?"Listen to today's episode to learn more...
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