Product Side Hustles

Flight instructor builds app earning $30,000 without ever owning a smartphone. How Urs Camenisch created his first app. Side Hustle School Ep. 429.

Fair-trade kids clothing line inspired by yoga for children under six. Side Hustle School Ep. 427.

College student pitches 300 TEDx events, earns $30,000/year as semi-pro speaker traveling worldwide. 1,200+ presentations. Side Hustle School Ep. 425.

How a high school student earns $20,000 making wooden bow ties on Etsy. Started after receiving one as a gift. Side Hustle School Ep. 423.

Private chef builds $30,000/month paleo food business with Phat Fudge and performance nutrition products. Side Hustle School Ep. 422.

Outdoor educator launches night kayaking tours in Long Beach, finding adventure and income through Astro-Kayaking experiences. Side Hustle School Ep. 420.

How two Canadian brothers earn $1,500/month selling full grain leather belts online. Health challenges spark a new business. Side Hustle School Ep. 419.

How a frugal living blogger earns $3,000/month with natural tips and money-saving content. Brown Thumb Mama blog. Side Hustle School Ep. 418.

Shopify employee builds six-figure apparel business to buy a French Bulldog. She only needed $3,000. Side Hustle School Ep. 417.

How Mary launched Living Big Travel planning group trips for women worldwide. Side Hustle School Ep. 416.

College student launches Sticky Quotes, selling customized inspirational sticky pads to students and professionals nationwide. Side Hustle School Ep. 415.

UX designer earns $1,000/month selling design courses in Facebook groups. His free Figma course became a bestseller in a week. Side Hustle School Ep. 413.

Affordable wedding planning service for budget-conscious couples. Side Hustle School Ep. 412.

How a golf enthusiast built a niche blog earning $5,000/month with SEO tips. Practical Golf transforms amateur expertise into Side Hustle School Ep. 409.

Architect creates pocket-sized classic books, raises $50,000 on Kickstarter. Mouse Book Club makes literature portable. Side Hustle School Ep. 408.

Chicago architect invents mini-blind repair tool that earns $15,000 yearly. MiniBlindRx sold on Amazon. Side Hustle School Ep. 406.

Two teachers earn $36K launching Camp Fun Brain summer camp instead of teaching summer school. Austin, Texas. Side Hustle School Ep. 405.

Two friends turn weekly Skype calls into a six-figure podcast with sponsorships and a book deal. Side Hustle School Ep. 404.

Jewelry business inspired by Cape Cod beauty generates $60K annually while donating to marine conservation. Side Hustle School Ep. 402.

Revenge cake business born from a mean comment on Dolly Parton's Facebook. NYC baker Kat turned internet trolls into customers. Side Hustle School Ep. 401.

Carpenter creates vintage-inspired travel patches for luggage with Vagabond Heart. Modern design meets 1920s luxury aesthetic. Side Hustle School Ep. 398.

Custom lullabies for children create passive income for a music therapist. Side Hustle School Ep. 397.

Electrical engineer becomes romance novel cover model, earning $20-50K annually. Devon's unexpected side hustle. Side Hustle School Ep. 396.

Runner creates one-day relay race format, scales to producing 5 annual races full-time. "One day, one van, one gorgeous relay." Side Hustle School Ep. 395.

Men's overalls that double as sweatpants: a fashion buyer's quirky creation that brought in $64,000. Side Hustle School Ep. 394.

South African journalist turns TV commercial acting into a side hustle. Beer and soft drink ads pay well. Side Hustle School Ep. 391.

How a Michigan social worker built $75,000/year with sexC Cosmetics, a confidence-boosting lip product line. Side Hustle School Ep. 390.

Architect earns $1,000/month selling minimalist designer onesies using print-on-demand. No inventory required. Side Hustle School Ep. 389.

Expat hosts pub quiz nights in Poland, earning passive income selling 5,000 trivia questions online. Side Hustle School Ep. 388.

Excel blogger earns $3,500/month teaching spreadsheet skills. Trump Excel tutorials help IBM employees maximize efficiency. Side Hustle School Ep. 387.

Frozen yogurt treats for dogs built by a couple into a million-dollar pet food business. From hobby to Shark Tank. Side Hustle School Ep. 384.

How two Bulgarian friends built an apparel company earning $1,000/month with no experience. Dress shirts. Side Hustle School Ep. 383.

Afrocentric head wraps celebrate African diaspora culture while building community at in-person markets. Side Hustle School Ep. 382.

Ultramarathoner builds app to help injured runners recover after sports-related injuries. Side Hustle School Ep. 381.

How a digital media manager earns $2,500/month selling niche stickers on Instagram. Miniature designs drive viral success. Side Hustle School Ep. 380.

Clinical therapist creates coaching resources for women with high-risk pregnancies. Built community around lived experience. Side Hustle School Ep. 378.

Bamboo fiber socks made by NYC finance professionals that support gorilla conservation. Side Hustle School Ep. 377.

How a retail manager earns $47,000 creating miniature Batman movie stages. A childhood dream fulfilled unexpectedly. Side Hustle School Ep. 376.

Boeing engineer turns Lyft referral site into six-figure business with consistent publishing. Harry Campbell's story. Side Hustle School Ep. 375.

How an insomniac account executive earns $3,000/month selling herbal sleep remedies. She weaned herself off pills first. Side Hustle School Ep. 370.

Immigrant couple generates $50,000 yearly with Hmong-language children's flashcards for underserved community. Side Hustle School Ep. 368.

How to create a new source of income in 2018 without quitting your job. Start earning $5,000/month with a side hustle. Side Hustle School Ep. 366.

Project manager builds six-figure corporate humor coaching service. Over 500 events across 50 states and 18 countries. Side Hustle School Ep. 364.

How a South African engineer earns $3,700/month automating factory efficiency with IoT. Side Hustle School Ep. 363.

NYC banker launches drinkable pickle brine after spotting gap in bars. Social media outreach landed NHL athlete endorsement. Side Hustle School Ep. 362.

How two friends built a $100k men's fashion business selling rompers faster than their viral Kickstarter competitor. Side Hustle School Ep. 360.

Santa Claus's global present delivery service: How one bearded man organizes seasonal logistics from the North Pole. Side Hustle School Ep. 359.

Atlanta couple offers affordable elopement planning as alternative to $35,000 traditional weddings. Side Hustle School Ep. 357.

How a new dad earns $1,000/month building handcrafted wooden ladders during his son's naptimes. Side Hustle School Ep. 356.

How a paralegal earns $10,000/month selling baby items during maternity leave. 75% profit margins by cutting the middleman. Side Hustle School Ep. 355.

Cartoonist turns woodworker, sells handcrafted cannabis accessories to hundreds of wholesale shops. Side Hustle School Ep. 354.

Yoga teacher builds home organizing business earning $3,000/month while helping refugees declutter. Side Hustle School Ep. 353.

Presbyterian pastor earns $2800/month selling D&D dice and gaming accessories. Shifted from trading time to selling products. Side Hustle School Ep. 352.

How a former picky eater built a $500/month coaching side gig for adult picky eaters. From mac and cheese to consulting. Side Hustle School Ep. 350.

How a founder downsized his $2M startup into a profitable side hustle generating $35K with nearly all profit. Side Hustle School Ep. 348.

Surprise travel planner books mystery vacations for clients. How an ESL teacher built a service selling unforgettable trips. Side Hustle School Ep. 346.

Software engineer invents pocket tool after lockout, sells 500,000 units. Crowdfunding validated the market. Side Hustle School Ep. 345.

Museum marketer creates giant silk puppets including eight-foot Cedar Waxwing. Side Hustle School Ep. 343.

Houston scientist earns $2,000/month with cats-only pet-sitting service. Filling an underserved market in a dog-dominant city. Side Hustle School Ep. 342.

How a nonprofit employee sold 25,000 gourmet ice pops in Dallas/Fort Worth. Side Hustle School Ep. 341.

Atlanta couple launches affordable accessories line at local shops, earning $72,000 in year one. Side Hustle School Ep. 340.

Party game inspired by Cards Against Humanity becomes six-figure side hustle sold at Target. Side Hustle School Ep. 339.

How a D.C. woman earns $6,000 writing personalized Santa letters with reindeer food included. Side Hustle School Ep. 338.

How an Oregon mom earns $7K/month from licensed cannabis cookies. Baking and business savvy in a booming industry. Side Hustle School Ep. 336.

Web developer aims to build 5 side hustles earning $2,000/month each. His first two projects: Resume Beacon and JungleFlip. Side Hustle School Ep. 335.

Crossfitter builds seven-figure gym equipment business by solving a problem in the fitness world. Side Hustle School Ep. 334.

How a business analyst built a $20,000/month weight loss supplement subscription after bariatric surgery. Side Hustle School Ep. 333.

How three friends built Baseballism into a profitable baseball apparel company using social media. Side Hustle School Ep. 331.

How Tim Marsh earns passive income from a Tour de France cycling blog. L'Étape du Tour affiliate guide. Side Hustle School Ep. 329.

How a NYC baker earns $10,000/year with Nana's Apple Pie pop-ups. Bourbon sweet potato pie with a secret spice blend. Side Hustle School Ep. 327.

How three friends built Bushbalm pubic oil to $100k revenue with $250 bootstrapped investment. Side Hustle School Ep. 326.

Nerdy playing card designer sells 6,400+ custom decks featuring Legend of Zelda, Star Wars, and Sailor Moon themes on Reddit. Side Hustle School Ep. 325.

How a Texas man earns $300,000 dropshipping bounce houses with zero inventory. His first sale came during a work meeting. Side Hustle School Ep. 324.

Coupon code website with no expired deals, built by marketing exec who sat on domain for 11 years. Fresh coupons added hourly. Side Hustle School Ep. 322.

Student earns $1,100/month renting adventure gear via sharing economy platform in San Diego. Inspired by friend's boat outing. Side Hustle School Ep. 321.

Mike McRitchie earns $3,000/month writing LinkedIn resumes for telecom connections. Side Hustle School Ep. 320.

Office worker turns $15 into $500/month with custom tea shade cups. Includes personal thank you notes with each order. Side Hustle School Ep. 318.

Girl Scout leader earns $3,500/month selling troop resources at $3-5 each. Twenty-five years in Scouts led to passive income. Side Hustle School Ep. 317.

How a Fulbright Scholar built a CBD oil marketplace in Kentucky. Annie Rouse earns $2k/month educating customers about hemp. Side Hustle School Ep. 315.

PR specialist DJ earns $30,000/year spinning at weddings and events. She schedules everything and wakes up early. Side Hustle School Ep. 313.

Mexican artist creates drawing tutorials on YouTube, reaching 50 million views and turning passion into sustainable income. Side Hustle School Ep. 312.

How a former construction inspector earns $200,000 teaching exam prep. Ships physical building plans with handwritten notes. Side Hustle School Ep. 311.

13-year-old Australian resells lollipops for 120% profit margin, earning $50-75 daily at school. Pure candy hustle. Side Hustle School Ep. 310.

Construction company owner launches EFynch, a gig platform connecting homeowners with contractors. Side Hustle School Ep. 307.

Workplace coffee subscription service from Salt Lake City. HR pro turns coffee passion into B2B hustle. Side Hustle School Ep. 306.

Adult scooter tours in Florida: how a corporate refugee turned a Macklemore moment into a tourism side hustle. Side Hustle School Ep. 305.

How a couple earns $1,800/month making fake body parts and meth labs for Breaking Bad and Game of Thrones. Side Hustle School Ep. 304.

How a project manager in Oklahoma earns $600 selling eco-conscious candles for charity. Lux Illume. Side Hustle School Ep. 301.

How Hung Pham built Culture Summit into a six-figure conference business. Side Hustle School Ep. 300.

Three teachers launch Amazinators, a STEAM summer camp for kids. They make slime, build rockets, and spark creativity. Side Hustle School Ep. 299.

Wine education entrepreneur builds full-time business from retail job. A lawyer's urgent request sparks wine class idea. Side Hustle School Ep. 297.

How a drummer built a six-figure podcast teaching percussion. Started with a borrowed drum set at age 15. Side Hustle School Ep. 296.

Web design kits help Berlin designers serve budget-conscious clients. WordPress-based solution for small business websites. Side Hustle School Ep. 294.

Artist creates ink paintings from spilled ink, earning $5,000/month. Started with last $100 on supplies. Side Hustle School Ep. 292.

Subscription box entrepreneur builds six-figure business solving client problems. Stefan Pretty bootstraps affordable solution. Side Hustle School Ep. 289.

Ottawa couple earns $1,000/month upcycling furniture. Find free pieces, refurbish dressers, resell for $300-$400. Side Hustle School Ep. 287.

How a business analyst built $100k profit with Qoins, an app that rounds up spare change to pay down debt. Side Hustle School Ep. 286.

Museum educator launches improv-based workshops leveraging her network. Side Hustle School Ep. 285.

NYC event planners launch desserts-only festival series using social media marketing. Side Hustle School Ep. 284.

LA designer creates parking shame magnets generating $25,000 annually. Novelty product solves bad parking frustration. Side Hustle School Ep. 283.