Side Hustle Pro

In this Flashback Friday episode, we’re taking it back to the steps to take when starting your side hustle, specifically how to test it out. All the research in the world can’t compare to actually launching and testing your side hustle out. This may feel like the hardest part, but don’t let perfectionism get in the way. You’ve already done all the prep work, now it’s time to see the fruit of your labors. You’ll learn the steps needed to launch the side hustle of your dreams. In the episode I discuss:How to put yourself out there and get your side hustle recognized as a brandWhat platforms you’ll need to set up How to be brave and just startHighlights include: 00:00 Intro03:22 Naming your podcast05:00 Importance of domain names and websites09:30 The starting elements 12:30 Refine your starting steps15:30 Block out the noiseThe Side Hustle Bootcamp is designed to help busy, multi-passionate professionals just like you discover your perfect side hustle and get it up and running. Join us over at sidehustlepro.co/bootcampCheck out episode 429 of Side Hustle Pro podcast out now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTubeLinks mentioned in this episodeMy old blog: https://cailakspeaks.com/ Wordpress Theme Detector: https://www.wpthemedetector.com/Side Hustle Pro Bootcamp: https://sidehustlepro.co/bootcamp Podcast Moguls: http://podcastmoguls.com/joinClick here to subscribe via RSS feed (non-iTunes feed): http://sidehustlepro.libsyn.com/rssAnnouncementsJoin our Facebook CommunityIf you’re looking for a community of supportive side hustlers who are all working to take our businesses to the next level, join us here: http://sidehustlepro.co/facebookGuest Social Media InfoSide Hustle Pro – @sidehustlepro#SideHustlePro Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week in the guest chair I have Philomina Kane, Ghanaian-American entrepreneur and content creator. In 2017, she graduated from Princeton University and began to cement herself as a haircare YouTuber. Garnering a following of nearly 200,000 subscribers, Philomina became a guiding force, empowering Black women to embrace and care for their natural hair. After building a strong brand and loyal following, Philomina founded KIN Apparel, a brand dedicated to crafting satin lined hoodies and hats for both hair protection and comfort. In this episode she shares about:How the innovative approach of KIN Apparel caught the attention of Shark Tank landed a six-figure deal with SKIM’s founding partner Emma GredeHer desire-driven approach to marketing and how leading with offering a solution to a problem has hooked her audience Reaching over $10M in revenue while continuously navigating challenges like fulfillment centers and a changing financial landscapeHighlights include: 00:00 Intro03:15 From the Bronx to Ghana07:30 Building a following on YouTube14:50 Founding KIN Apparel20:00 Transition to full-time entrepreneurship27:00 Benefits of vulnerable marketing32:00 Financial journey- grants and funding41:00 Navigating the changing financial landscape44:00 Shark Tank experience 47:00 Challenges with fulfillment centers57:00 Tips for entrepreneurs Links mentioned in this episodeKIN Apparel: https://kinapparel.org/ KIN Apparel Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kinapparel_/?hl=en LEDA Program: https://ledascholars.org/ Science of Black Hair: https://www.amazon.com/Science-Black-Hair-Comprehensive-Textured/dp/0984518428 Hello Alice: https://helloalice.com/ Black Ambition: https://blackambitionprize.com/ New Voices: https://newvoicesfoundation.org/ Click here to subscribe via RSS feed (non-iTunes feed): http://sidehustlepro.libsyn.com/rssAnnouncementsJoin our Facebook CommunityIf you’re looking for a community of supportive side hustlers who are all working to take our businesses to the next level, join us here: http://sidehustlepro.co/facebookGuest Social Media InfoPhilomina’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@naturallyphilo Philomina’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/Cs3xy3wpZ-d/?img_index=1 Philomina’s TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@naturallyphilo_  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

So, you’ve figured out the side hustle you want to pursue. Now what’s the next step? Hint: It’s finding your audience.I’m not talking about just anyone who might come across your side hustle, I’m talking about the specific person who needs and wants what you’re offering! It’s time to get creative and identify who it is you’re talking to, and I’ve got a roadmap to help you do so. This episode is part two of the Side Hustle Pro Bootcamp series, where I teach you how to start your side hustle. In this episode we discuss:How to identify your customer/audience by understanding their habitsThe benefits of getting hyper-specific in your research How to reach out to the customer you identify as your target audience\Highlights include:00:00 Intro01:57 Identify target audience 06:12 Writing out your target listener attributes12:30 Get on the phone with potential audience17:30 Secondary audience’Check out episode 427 of Side Hustle Pro podcast out now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTubeLinks mentioned in this episodeSide Hustle Pro Bootcamp: https://sidehustlepro.co/bootcampPodcast Moguls: https://www.sidehustlepro.co/podcast-moguls/Click here to subscribe via RSS feed (non-iTunes feed): http://sidehustlepro.libsyn.com/rssAnnouncementsJoin our Facebook CommunityIf you’re looking for a community of supportive side hustlers who are all working to take our businesses to the next level, join us here: http://sidehustlepro.co/facebookGuest Social Media InfoSide Hustle Pro – @sidehustlepro#SideHustlePro Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week in the guest chair we have Tricia Lee, powerhouse real estate broker, star of Netflix’s Owning Manhattan, and founder and leader of the highly talented Tricia Lee Team at Serhant. Tricia sold over $200M in her solo career before joining Serhant and simultaneously joining forces with her partner, Jeffrey St. Arromand. Through the power of partnership, authenticity, and personal branding, Tricia has become a household name in real estate and media.In this episode, Tricia shares:How she successfully managed the pivot from beauty to real estate and television Why she makes it a point to share her journey while also marketing her businessHow content creation has helped her close real estate dealsHow she has stayed true to herself and blocked out opinions, jobs, and people who don’t align with her goalsAnd so much more!Highlights Include:00:00 Intro 03:14 Discovering identity13:00 Navigating real estate16:50 Polish Bar success23:08 Transferring skills from previous industries34:19 Navigating real estate and running a business40:48 Building confidence through successful selling50:00 Personal branding through authenticity 1:00:00 Power of partnership1:11:00 Tips for entrepreneurs Check out episode 426 of Side Hustle Pro podcast out now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTubeLinks mentioned in this episodeTricia’s Website: https://serhant.com/agents/tricia-lee-riley Tricia’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lovetricialee/?hl=en Team Tricia Lee: https://serhant.com/agents/tricia-lee-riley Bed-Stuy Restoration: https://www.restorationplaza.org/ Click here to subscribe via RSS feed (non-iTunes feed): http://sidehustlepro.libsyn.com/rssAnnouncementsJoin our Facebook CommunityIf you’re looking for a community of supportive side hustlers who are all working to take our businesses to the next level, join us here: http://sidehustlepro.co/facebook Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you’re still struggling to discover your perfect side hustle, you’re not alone. It’s because you’re good at more than one thing. But here’s a tip: just because you enjoy something, doesn’t mean it needs to be your side hustle! Let’s get into how to take all of your many ideas, and truly determine if it’s the best side hustle for you.In this episode we discuss: Taking my revenue streams to the next level with one-on-one coachingHow marketing advice may be holding you back, and how to figure out what works for your side hustle Discovering the power of charging what I’m worth, and how I shifted my mindset to get thereCheck out this episode and others on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and watch on YouTube Links mentioned in this episodeBootcamp: https://sidehustlepro.co/bootcampSample Poll: https://sidehustlepro.co/pollAffiliate Disclosure: I may be an affiliate for products that I recommend or share. If you purchase those items through my links, I may earn a commission. You will not pay more when you purchase using my link.Click here to subscribe via RSS feed (non-iTunes feed): http://sidehustlepro.libsyn.com/rssAnnouncementsJoin our Facebook CommunityIf you’re looking for a community of supportive side hustlers who are all working to take our businesses to the next level, join us here: http://sidehustlepro.co/facebookGuest Social Media InfoSide Hustle Pro – @sidehustlepro#SideHustlePro Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week in the guest chair we have Jhanilka Hartzog, podcaster and owner of Founders Cleaning Business University. Together, she and her husband Anthony are certified side hustlers who turned their hustle into a thriving cleaning business—all without cleaning homes themselves.In this episode she shares:How she and her husband paid off over $100K of debt by holding multiple side hustles on top of their 9-5sHow they built an online course that has earned her students $13.5M in salesWhere she re-invests her money to continue building financial security for her family Highlights include:00:00 Intro03:40 Side hustling to pay off debt 08:00 Juggling multiple side hustles14:00 Vetting employees 26:00 Marketing and scaling35:37 Building relationships with cleaners40:00 Transition from 9-5 to full time hustle43:40 Starting an online course48:00 Investing in real estate53:00 Marriage and family58:50 Advice for entrepreneurs Check out episode 424 of Side Hustle Pro podcast out now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTubeLinks mentioned in this episodeJhanilka’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehartrimony/?hl=en Cleaning Business University: https://www.cleaningbusinessuniversity.com/Jhanilka’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCx8CGDWkM-bink3-4O5x5sQ#:~:text=6.31K%20subscribers%20%E2%80%A2%20855%20videos.%20Welcome%20to%20our%20channel Jhanilka’s Cleaning Business: https://maids2match.com/ Jhanilka’s Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/more-than-a-side-hustle/id1600737639 Total Money Makeover: https://www.amazon.com/Total-Money-Makeover-Classic-Financial/dp/1595555277 Click here to subscribe via RSS feed (non-iTunes feed): http://sidehustlepro.libsyn.com/rssAnnouncementsJoin our Facebook CommunityIf you’re looking for a community of supportive side hustlers who are all working to take our businesses to the next level, join us here: http://sidehustlepro.co/facebookGuest Social Media InfoJhanilka’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehartrimony/?hl=en Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This quick and easy LinkedIn hack will grow your email list fast. In this Flashback Friday episode, I’m giving you the easy step by step process of building an effective email list for your side hustle to take your email marketing to the next level. In this episode I share: How to take the first step to inviting people to your email listHow being consistent with my email list quickly grew my audience engagementThe best platforms to optimize communication with your contactsHighlights include:00:00 Intro02:51 Do not spam your audience06:14 Invite people to your email list08:30 Set up an email service provider11:27 Deciding on email content15:27 Owning your email contacts20:29 Get connected with meCheck episode 423 of Side Hustle Pro podcast out now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTubeLinks mentioned in this episodeFree Side Hustle Guide Book: sidehustlepro.co/starthereConvertkit Contact List Provider: https://convertkit.com/ Ambassador Contact List Provider: https://www.getambassador.com/ Mailchimp: https://mailchimp.com/ Side Hustle Pro Newsletter: https://sidehustlepro.lpages.co/sixbulletsaturdays/ ]Podcast Moguls: https://www.sidehustlepro.co/podcast-moguls/ Click here to subscribe via RSS feed (non-iTunes feed): http://sidehustlepro.libsyn.com/rssAnnouncementsJoin our Facebook CommunityIf you’re looking for a community of supportive side hustlers who are all working to take our businesses to the next level, join us here: http://sidehustlepro.co/facebookGuest Social Media InfoSide Hustle Pro – @sidehustlepro#SideHustlePro Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, I’m diving into why you should give yourself permission to learn out loud. In my entrepreneurial journey, I go through seasons of learning and testing. Unapologetically trying new things, failing, and starting over have opened doors that would otherwise be shut. I gave myself permission to learn out loud. In this episode I share about:Taking my revenue streams to the next level with one-on-one coachingHow marketing advice may be holding you back, and how to figure out what works for your side hustle Discovering the power of charging what I’m worth, and how I shifted my mindset to get thereHighlights Include:00:00 Intro02:50 Transitioning to one-on-one coaching06:30 Setting prices for offerings 10:00 Working with AI17:20 Shifting to more paid content/offerings22:30 Not being afraid to charge your worthCheck out episode 422 of Side Hustle Pro podcast out now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTubeLinks mentioned in this episodeFree Side Hustle Guide: https://sidehustlepro.co/vip SHP Newsletter: https://sidehustlepro.co/newsletter/ My AI expert sister’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nadeenmatthews/?originalSubdomain=jm Feeling Stuck SHP 414: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=65qejtGofcoPortia Obeng’s SHP Episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4qkgObsQ7pA Get Paid Podcast w/ Dorothy Johnson: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dorothy-johnson-the-ad-strategy-that-transformed-1-1/id1005195731?i=1000665438875 Click here to subscribe via RSS feed (non-iTunes feed): http://sidehustlepro.libsyn.com/rssAnnouncementsJoin our Facebook CommunityIf you’re looking for a community of supportive side hustlers who are all working to take our businesses to the next level, join us here: http://sidehustlepro.co/facebookGuest Social Media InfoSide Hustle Pro – @sidehustlepro#SideHustlePro Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This Flashback Friday I’m back to give you an inside look at a new marketing strategy I’m testing out. You guys know, I love to try new ways to provide value and keep my audience updated. One of the best resources I have is my email list, a valuable way to connect with my audience outside of social media. In this episode I’m sharing:How to cultivate an email list of your own, and continuously grow itHow to figure out the best content and offerings you can give your audience How to automate emails, freebies, and paid products Highlight Include: 1:22 The Value of an Email List4:56 How To Connect With Your Audience 9:12 Automating DM Responses 17:50 Testing Out Ads23:11 Connecting On Different Platforms26:43 Creating Freebies and Paid ProductsCheck out episode 421 of Side Hustle Pro podcast out now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTubeLinks mentioned in this episodeSHP Poll Freebie: sidehustlepro.com/poll SHP Newsletter: sidehustlepro.co/newletter Leadpages: https://www.leadpages.com/ Canva: https://www.canva.com/ Convertkit: https://convertkit.com/ Manychat: https://manychat.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/ Ep 348- How To Build An Email List: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kmv-nd95cqk Couples Workbook: https://www.etsy.com/listing/1648665610/couples-annual-planning-workbook Click here to subscribe via RSS feed (non-iTunes feed): http://sidehustlepro.libsyn.com/rssAnnouncementsJoin our Facebook CommunityIf you’re looking for a community of supportive side hustlers who are all working to take our businesses to the next level, join us here: http://sidehustlepro.co/facebookGuest Social Media InfoSide Hustle Pro – @sidehustleproEmail: hi@sidehustlepro.co #SideHustlePro Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week in the guest chair we have a very special guest, Portia Obeng, social media strategist, LinkedIn coach, and former Side Hustle Pro social media manager! With over 10 years of experience, Portia guides people through the ever-changing social media landscape to amplify their personal brands and make money.In this episode she shares about:The steps she’s taken to go from job hopping to helping people optimize their LinkedIn Her focus on the niche of creating “ LinkedIn superstars” who advocate for the company they work forWhy she hates jobs and how she’s been able to maintain a non-traditional path Highlights Include:00:00 Intro02:00 Early career experience08:00 Helping women level up in LinkedIn13:30 The importance of consistency on LinkedIn16:20 Building a LinkedIn profile24:00 Optimizing content on LinkedIn29:25 Using LinkedIn to build a personal brand37:00 How to connect in the best way on LinkedIn50:00 Tips for entrepreneurs Check out episode 420 of Side Hustle Pro podcast out now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTubeLinks mentioned in this episodePortia’s Website: https://www.portiaobeng.com/Portia’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/portiaobeng/ Portia’s TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@portia.o Muoyo’s Website: https://myvoterstatus.com/Verizon Small Business Program: https://digitalready.verizonwireless.com/Click here to subscribe via RSS feed (non-iTunes feed): http://sidehustlepro.libsyn.com/rssAnnouncementsJoin our Facebook CommunityIf you’re looking for a community of supportive side hustlers who are all working to take our businesses to the next level, join us here: http://sidehustlepro.co/facebookGuest Social Media InfoPortia’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/portiaobeng/ Portia’s TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@portia.o  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week’s Flashback Friday episode, I’m giving you the real deal with 7 tangible tips to scale your side hustle to a full time business. Having been at this for over 7 years now, I’ve learned that scaling a side hustle is a journey of constant learning and pivoting, but having a solid starting point is key. In this episode I share about:Recognizing the seeds that were being planted in my life that led me to entrepreneurshipHow I used my 9-5 background in social media to launch my side hustle How I took my “failures” as lessons and improved in my next stepsHighlights Include: 2:30 The Power of Believing In Yourself 6:02 Find The Easiest Entry Point9:26 How To Re-invest In Yourself 15:06 Testing Out Your Side Hustle17:40 How To Leverage Social Media23:20 Figuring Out What To Sell25:04 When To Quit Your 9-5Links mentioned in this episodePodcast Moguls: https://sidehustlepro.co/podcastmoguls/ Other SHP Courses: https://sidehustlepro.co/courses/ Side Hustle Pro Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sidehustlepro/ NicailaTV Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sidehustlepro/  Side Hustle Pro Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SideHustlePro/ Side Hustle Pro LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sidehustlepro/ Click here to subscribe via RSS feed (non-iTunes feed): http://sidehustlepro.libsyn.com/rssAnnouncementsJoin our Facebook CommunityIf you’re looking for a community of supportive side hustlers who are all working to take our businesses to the next level, join us here: http://sidehustlepro.co/facebook Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week in the guest chair we have Jazmin Alvarez, the visionary founder and chief curator of Pretty Well Beauty, a black-owned clean beauty destination that has been redefining the industry since its launch in 2019. As Pretty Well Beauty celebrates its fifth anniversary, Jazmin shares her inspiring journey from a content producer in the fashion and beauty industry to a successful entrepreneur dedicated to making clean beauty accessible and inclusive for all.In this episode she shares about:Believing in Yourself: even when it feels "delusional," and how this mindset has been key to her success Clean Beauty: the deep connection between the products we put on our skin and overall wellnessSecuring Prime NYC Retail Space: the chance encounter that led to becoming the first Black-owned beauty store inside the iconic Oculus Highlights Include:00:00 Intro03:59 Growing up with clean beauty09:15 Getting her start in fashion12:57 Side hustling as a freelancer17:47 Building Pretty Well Beauty23:21 Believing in yourself as an entrepreneur30:10 Importance of clean beauty38:10 Securing prime NYC real estate49:54 Journey to profitability 1:00:00 Tips for entrepreneurs Check out episode 418 of Side Hustle Pro podcast out now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTubeLinks mentioned in this episodePretty Well Beauty Website: https://prettywellbeauty.com/ Pretty Well Beauty Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/prettywellbeauty Jazmin’s Email: hello@prettywellbeauty.com Chashma: https://chashama.org/ Joe Dispenza Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/6P28vDZvRGOftyqrdo4u8S Click here to subscribe via RSS feed (non-iTunes feed): http://sidehustlepro.libsyn.com/rssAnnouncementsJoin our Facebook CommunityIf you’re looking for a community of supportive side hustlers who are all working to take our businesses to the next level, join us here: http://sidehustlepro.co/facebookGuest Social Media InfoPretty Well Beauty Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/prettywellbeauty  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week I’m back with a solo episode where I share some insights on finding your niche to help you narrow down your side hustle. There are endless paths you can take with side hustling, it’s important to get specific. Finding your niche will put you in line with your ideal audience or help you discover where you need to pivot and make changes. In this episode I share:The best place to start deciding what niche will work for youHow to get over the fear of putting yourself out thereThe power of feedback and how to use it to move your business forwardHighlights include: 00:00 Intro02:01 The Benefits of Polling and Asking for Help06:10 Picking One Niche to Focus On16:07 The Value of Getting Feedback19:02 Embracing Change and SimplifyingCheck out episode 417 of Side Hustle Pro podcast out now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTubeLinks mentioned in this episodeSample SHP Poll: https://sidehustlepro.co/poll Google Survey: https://www.google.com/forms/about/ Newsletter: https://sidehustlepro.co/newsletter/ NicailaTV Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@NicailaTV Side Hustle Pro Website: https://sidehustlepro.co/ Side Hustle Pro Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sidehustlepro/ NicailaTV Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicailatv/ Click here to subscribe via RSS feed (non-iTunes feed): http://sidehustlepro.libsyn.com/rssAnnouncementsJoin our Facebook CommunityIf you’re looking for a community of supportive side hustlers who are all working to take our businesses to the next level, join us here: http://sidehustlepro.co/facebookGuest Social Media InfoSide Hustle Pro Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sidehustlepro/ NicailaTV Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicailatv/  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Growing an Instagram following doesn’t have to be intimidating. In this episode, I’m giving you actionable strategies for building a genuine Instagram following. When I started side hustling, I started leveraging Instagram as a powerful tool for promoting my blog and business, which led to growing an engaged and authentic audience.In this episode I share about:Getting super specific: Create a profile of who your target audience member is, including details like their age, where they shop, what social platforms they’re on, etc.Know, like, and trust: After figuring out your target audience, focus on how to build a reliable reputation with themCreating a workflow for your content: Key habits like batching content, researching other content your audience engages with, and using content scheduling toolsHighlights include:00:00 Intro4:03 Understanding your target audience 14:08 Creating tailored content16:35 How to engage with your audience20:56 Planning and scheduling your content23:38 Tracking your content’s performance26:16 Consistency and strategic planningCheck out episode 416 of Side Hustle Pro podcast out now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTubeThis episode is brought to you by: Shopify. Go to shopify.com/hustlepro for a $1/month trial period and get full access to Shopify’s entire suite of features.Links mentioned in this episodeHow To Find Your Niche episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VE9_FhpLTz8Later scheduling app: https://later.com/ Manychat: https://manychat.com/ Canva: https://www.canva.com/ My email: hi@sidehutslepro.co Click here to subscribe via RSS feed (non-iTunes feed): http://sidehustlepro.libsyn.com/rssAnnouncementsJoin our Facebook CommunityIf you’re looking for a community of supportive side hustlers who are all working to take our businesses to the next level, join us here: http://sidehustlepro.co/facebookGuest Social Media InfoSide Hustle Pro – @sidehustlepro Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the world of consultants and career developers, it can feel impossible to find the right fit. Kimberly Brown stands out as an expert whose leadership development company, Manifest Yourself, helps women and people of color navigate the workplace, make more money and become industry leaders. She’s the author of bestselling book, Next Move, Best Move: Transitioning Into a Career You'll Love and the host of the Your Next Move Podcast.In this episode she shares:The steps she took to determine when it was time to leave her 9-5Her simple yet powerful methods to attracting her ideal clientsHow she exceedingly surpassed her six figure goal in her first year Highlights include:00:00 Intro02:37 Getting started in career and leadership development07:36 Working within corporate america after leaving a 9-510:52 Juggling a career and side hustling17:20 Preparing financially for entrepreneurship19:56 Pitching and publishing a book22:31 Diversity in income28:59 Instagram vs reality35:09 Navigating divorce and maintaining profits40:03 Getting your ducks in a row45:02 Tips for entrepreneurs Check out episode 381 of Side Hustle Pro podcast out now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTubeLinks mentioned in this episodeKimberly’s Podcast: www.kimberlybonline.com/podcast Manifest Yourself Website: www.manifestyourself.comKimberly’s Website: www.kimberlybonline.com  Kimberly’s Instagram: www.instagram.com/kimberlybonline  Kimberly’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimberlybonline/ Profit First Book: https://mikemichalowicz.com/profit-first/ Click here to subscribe via RSS feed (non-iTunes feed): http://sidehustlepro.libsyn.com/rssAnnouncementsJoin our Facebook CommunityIf you’re looking for a community of supportive side hustlers who are all working to take our businesses to the next level, join us here: http://sidehustlepro.co/facebookGuest Social Media InfoInstagram: www.instagram.com/kimberlybonline Kimberly’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimberlybonline/  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today I am back with a solo episode where I share my favorite techniques to get back on track when you're feeling stuck. It's July, and half of the year is gone. It's time to take a step back, reflect on what has worked, what hasn't, and what we're going to do about it. Whether you're dealing with mid-year slumps or just need a boost, this episode is packed with actionable advice to help you move forward.In this episode I share about:Getting in the spiritual gym: The importance of reconnecting with spirituality, physical activity, or changing your scenery to take care of yourself Focusing on what you can control: Set minimum and maximum goals and prioritize action over inactionPracticing gratitude: Using gratitude as a tool to shift perspective and boost motivationHighlights Include: 00:00 Intro02:36 The Importance of Mid-Year Reflection05:15 Get in the Spiritual Gym09:54 Move Your Body11:00 Get Some Sun13:32 Change Your Scenery15:58 Face the Facts20:42 Set Minimum and Maximum Goals26:01 Focus on What You Can Control32:50 Take a Step, Any Step37:39 Reflect and Have Gratitude42:01 Recap and Action StepsCheck out episode 414 of Side Hustle Pro podcast out now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTubeLinks mentioned in this episodeYou Are a Badass by Jen Sincero: https://www.amazon.com/You-Are-Badass-Doubting-Greatness/dp/0762447699Superhuman App: https://www.superhuman.app/It’s About Damn Time Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/its-about-damn-time/id1528584161 Alexis Barber SHP episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9F64OvfCrzE Click here to subscribe via RSS feed (non-iTunes feed): http://sidehustlepro.libsyn.com/rssAnnouncementsJoin our Facebook CommunityIf you’re looking for a community of supportive side hustlers who are all working to take our businesses to the next level, join us here: http://sidehustlepro.co/facebookGuest Social Media InfoSide Hustle Pro – @sidehustlepro#SideHustlePro Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week I’m back with a solo episode where I’m giving you the tools to make money with your podcast. When I became a full-time podcaster in 2017, I focused on my revenue streams like brand partnerships, sponsorships, courses, and VIP programs, leading to having over 10 million episode downloads to date. I’m here to help you get your podcast to that same level. In this episode I’m sharing:Effective Marketing: How you’re going to optimize content planning and to get people to consistently see what you are offering Thinking Outside the Box: Exploring non-traditional sponsorships and multi-channel packages like retreats to generate revenue beyond just downloadsCreating Value: How to produce content and services that your audience genuinely wants to pay forHighlights Include:00:00 Intro02:49 The Importance of Podcast Setup05:15 Narrowing Down Your Podcast Topics09:50 Understanding and Serving Your Audience14:33 Creating a Content Plan16:39 Effective Marketing Strategies19:00 Consistent Marketing Practices21:24 Thinking Outside the Box for Sponsorships25:54 Creating Content People Want to Pay For28:17 Recap and Action StepsTo learn more about making money from your podcast, join my next live class on July 18th. Register at sidehustlepro.co/class.Check out episode 413 of Side Hustle Pro podcast out now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTubeLinks mentioned in this episodeRiverside (Use code ‘hustlepro’): https://riverside.fm/ Podcast Moguls: http://sidehustlepro.co/join  Lori Tharps SHP episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E3EsWprSGu4 Launching Podcast Moguls 2.0: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3d-wkYAcsLo&t=1s Free newsletter: http://sidehustlepro.co/newsletter You Are a Badass by Jen Sincero: https://jensincero.com/ Click here to subscribe via RSS feed (non-iTunes feed): http://sidehustlepro.libsyn.com/rssAnnouncementsJoin our Facebook CommunityIf you’re looking for a community of supportive side hustlers who are all working to take our businesses to the next level, join us here: http://sidehustlepro.co/facebookGuest Social Media InfoSide Hustle Pro – @sidehustlepro#SideHustlePro Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week in the guest chair we have Mandi Woodruff-Santos, a globally recognized career expert, founder of the MandiMoney Makers, and co-host of the three-time WEBBY award winning podcast, Brown Ambition. With 6 million podcast downloads, Mandi is on a mission to help women of color achieve their wildest financial ambitions. In this episode she shares:How to be professionally selfish and achieve your dream salaryThe risks she’s taken by pivoting often in her career, and how they’ve paid off Her journey from corporate, to coaching as a side hustle, to launching her podcast and expanding her empireHighlights include:00:00 Intro03:52 First jobs out of college10:20 Introversion and unwavering self-belief 14:35 Navigating financial insecurity28:00 The benefits of strategic quitting 36:00 Launching Brown Ambition Podcast41:00 Becoming a career coach51:00 Income opportunities from podcasting56:30 Tips for entrepreneursCheck out episode 412 of Side Hustle Pro podcast out now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTubeLinks mentioned in this episodeMandi Money Website: http://Mandimoney.comMandi’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandimoney/?hl=enBrown Ambition Podcast: https://brownambitionpodcast.com/ Brown Ambition Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brownambitionpodcast/ The Budgetnista’s Website: https://thebudgetnista.com/Yahoo Finance: https://finance.yahoo.com/news  Zapier Automation: https://zapier.com/Trello: https://trello.com/home Click here to subscribe via RSS feed (non-iTunes feed): http://sidehustlepro.libsyn.com/rssAnnouncementsJoin our Facebook CommunityIf you’re looking for a community of supportive side hustlers who are all working to take our businesses to the next level, join us here: http://sidehustlepro.co/facebookGuest Social Media InfoMandi’s instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandimoney/?hl=enBrown Ambition Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brownambitionpodcast/  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week in the guest chair we have Julia Coney, award winning wine writer, speaker, & consultant. Julia wears many hats, including being the Wine Consultant for American Airlines in partnership with the James Beard Foundation, the Founder of Black Wine Professionals, a resource for the wine industry whose goal is to lift up the multifaceted Black professionals in the world of wine. In this episode she shares about:Being multi-passionate: how exploring a range of interests, from starting at a law firm to writing a beauty blog, has elevated her career Paving the way for diversity: how starting honest conversations about racism, equity, and inclusion in the wine industry led to being the recipient of Wine Enthusiast's 2020 Social Visionary Award Winner The power of putting yourself out there on social media: How she has created opportunities for herself like being the first Black woman to run a wine program for American AirlinesHighlights include: 00:00 Intro04:42 Original career path and intro to wine13:00 Navigating a switch in careers21:39 Transition from beauty blogging to wine writing27:06 Addressing racism in the wine industry29:40 Sustaining financially as a freelance writer35:00 Providing a niche wine service 41:30 Unlocking networking opportunities 45:07 Running a wine program for American Airlines 54:16 Tips for entrepreneurs Check out episode 411 of Side Hustle Pro podcast out now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTubeLinks mentioned in this episodeJulia’s Substack: https://juliaconey.substack.com/ Julia’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/juliaconey/ Julia’s email: hello@juliaconey.com Click here to subscribe via RSS feed (non-iTunes feed): http://sidehustlepro.libsyn.com/rssAnnouncementsJoin our Facebook CommunityIf you’re looking for a community of supportive side hustlers who are all working to take our businesses to the next level, join us here: http://sidehustlepro.co/facebookGuest Social Media InfoJulia’s Substack: https://juliaconey.substack.com/ Julia’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/juliaconey/ Julia’s email: hello@juliaconey.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week I’m excited to chat with someone I go way back with, Sheena McCullers. Sheena is the founder of Della’s Beauty Supply. Della’s was launched to bring a much-needed sense of belonging for BIPOC beauty lovers in Ann Arbor, MI. After moving from Brooklyn, Sheena saw a need for a place for people who look like her and took a chance on opening a storefront. In this episode she shares:How intentionally creating a community through word of mouth was the foundation to building her customer baseThe startup costs and how she’s been able to be profitable in the first yearThe importance of working a full-time job where she was supported enough to be transparent about needing space to focus on expanding Della’s Highlights Include: 00:00 Intro08:16 Exploring different side hustles14:16 Navigating a new city18:43 Filling the need for a beauty supply23:18 Startup planning and costs27:55 Creating a community 30:01 Curating events and collaborations35:02 Running a storefront as a side hustle41:20 Expanding and creating a cultural hub46:43 Setting the tone for the future of the store56:19 Tips for entrepreneursCheck out episode 410 of Side Hustle Pro podcast out now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTubeLinks mentioned in this episodeAuntie Della’s Website: https://auntiedellas.com/Auntie Della’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/auntiedellas/ Auntie Della’s TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@auntiedellas Virtual Assistant: https://theindemandva.com/ Click here to subscribe via RSS feed (non-iTunes feed): http://sidehustlepro.libsyn.com/rssAnnouncementsJoin our Facebook CommunityIf you’re looking for a community of supportive side hustlers who are all working to take our businesses to the next level, join us here: http://sidehustlepro.co/facebook Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.