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This week in the guest chair we have Whitney Gates, an experienced marketing leader turned entrepreneur as co-founder and CEO of Wondry Wine. Her diversified skill set is driven by over 13 years of experience in brand management, shopper marketing and sales across Fortune 200 companies.
Rejecting exclusivity, Wondry presents customers with a more approachable, stronger, semi-sweet wine. Drawing inspiration from her disabled uncle’s wine-making journey, Whitney’s hustled her way into becoming a multi-million dollar company in just a few years.
In this episode she shares:
How she went from making wine herself and doing door to door selling to launching Wondry online and expanding onto Target shelvesWhat it takes to stand out in a crowded market (and even get a deal with Mark Cuban on Shark Tank)The importance of understanding your customer and adjusting your pitch accordinglyHighlights include:
0:00 – Introduction to Whitney Gates
8:17 – Launching Wondry
11:20 – Defining Wondry’s category: wine vs. cocktail hybrid
15:00 – Investing in the business
18:40 – Door-to-door sales and proof of concept
31:00 – Whitney’s Shark Tank experience and partnering with Mark Cuban
34:00 – Becoming profitable and managing costs as you scale
41:00 – Tips for entrepreneurs
Check out episode 443 of Side Hustle Pro podcast out now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube
Links mentioned in this episode
Wondry Wine Website: https://www.drinkwondry.comFollow Wondry’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wondrywineSide Hustle Pro Website: https://www.sidehustlepro.coClick here to subscribe via RSS feed (non-iTunes feed): http://sidehustlepro.libsyn.com/rss
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This week in the guest chair we have Melyssa Ford, media personality, actress, and advocate known for her dynamic presence in entertainment. With a career spanning television, film, and radio, she has captivated audiences as a host on the Joe Budden podcast and various TV appearances.
As a seasoned veteran in media and entertainment, Melyssa mastered the art of pivoting and identifying viable opportunities to launch into new and exciting spaces.
In this episode she shares:
Her new podcast Hot and Bothered that fosters meaningful conversations about women’s wellness, intimacy, and health Overcoming depression, negative self-talk, and finding grace through personal healingThe many benefits to pivoting several times in her careerHighlights include:
00:00 Intro
02:00 Building a film/TV personality
06:00 Being an undocumented immigrant
14:00 Creating her own path
19:00 Battling mental health issues
27:00 Navigating perimenopause
40:00 The podcasting landscape
47:00 Living with a brain injury
1:00:00 Tips for entrepreneurs
Check out episode 442 of Side Hustle Pro podcast out now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube
Links mentioned in this episode
Melyssa’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melyssaford/ Melyssa’s Twitter: https://x.com/MissMelyssaFord/ Hot and Bothered Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hotnbotheredpodcast/ Melyssa’s Website: https://www.melyssaford.com/ ChatGPT: https://chatgpt.com/Click here to subscribe via RSS feed (non-iTunes feed): http://sidehustlepro.libsyn.com/rss
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Guest Social Media InfoMelyssa’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melyssaford/ Melyssa’s Twitter: https://x.com/MissMelyssaFord/Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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This week in the guest chair we have Alexis Barber, a lifestyle influencer and founder of Too Collective, a modern wellness and loungewear brand. At just 25 years old, Alexis is the host of the top-rated Too Smart For This Podcast and has worked with brands like Lululemon, Rare Beauty, Microsoft, and Miss Dior as a content creator.
In this episode she shares:
How growing up low-income provided the foundation for having confidence and an ambitious mindset to overcome the limitations of her pastHer transformative experience as an MBA candidate at The Wharton School at UPennHow she makes a living off of content creation and the opportunities being an influencer has providedHighlights Include:
00:00 Intro
03:00 Confidence and putting yourself out there
09:55 Becoming a lifestyle influencer
12:04 Navigating side hustling and a corporate role
19:27 Collaboration with Rare Beauty
20:48 Launching a robe company
29:09 MBA program at Wharton
39:20 Transparency in content creation
44:07 The importance of building a team
Check out episode 441 of Side Hustle Pro podcast out now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube
Links mentioned in this episode
Too Collective Website: https://toocollective.com/ Too Collective Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/toocollective/ Alexis’ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@alexisbarber_ Alexis’ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexisbarber/ Alexis’ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@alexis_barber MLT Program: https://mlt.org/Harvard Summer Program: https://www.hbs.edu/svmp/Pages/default.aspx Pietra: https://www.pietrastudio.com/Click here to subscribe via RSS feed (non-iTunes feed): http://sidehustlepro.libsyn.com/rss
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Helena Faustin is a Registered Nurse and content creator from New York City who has garnered an audience of millions by sharing her love and passion for cooking. As a mother of three, Helena inspires people with her massively popular food blog, That Nurse Can Cook, to get comfortable in the kitchen and cook delicious meals for their families.
In this episode she shares:
The ways she stayed consistent in content creation, and why it paid offHow she differentiated her physical cookbook, The Soul of Scotchie, from others on the marketHow she diversified her revenue streams to triple her income and surpass her nursing paycheckHighlights include:
00:00 Intro
05:22 Finding a path in nursing
10:51 The goal of work-life balance
11:52 Cooking as an outlet
15:25 Intentional content creation
19:24 Unlearning the idea of creating perfect content
27:21 Diversifying revenue streams
33:38 Hiring a team for content creation
41:09 Revenue from YouTube & brand partnerships
43:42 Publishing a unique cookbook
49:59 Take control of your inner voice
52:30 Tips for entrepreneurs
Check out episode 440 of Side Hustle Pro podcast out now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube
Links mentioned in this episode
Helena’s Website: Https://www.thatnursecooks.com Helena’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thatnursecancook/ Helena’s TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thatnursecancookHelena’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThatNurseCanCook Grace Foods: https://www.instagram.com/gracefoods/ Capcut: https://www.capcut.com/Click here to subscribe via RSS feed (non-iTunes feed): http://sidehustlepro.libsyn.com/rss
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This week we have a special student spotlight featuring Hiwote Getaneh, an audio producer curious about human-centered, emotion-driven storytelling. We first met when she joined my Podcast Moguls accelerator program, and it’s been so awesome to follow her journey from working in social policy research, to growing her own podcast, to actually changing her career path to work in podcasting full time, to moving to Portugal to live and work full time, to now launching her Emerging Voices, a podcasting accelerator for aspiring creators who want to start a podcast that is unique to them and build their creative resilience along the way.
In this episode she shares:
How identifying a niche audience transformed her podcast and entrepreneurial journeyHer focus on helping first and second-generation immigrant women find confidence in their stories Balancing financial stability after leaving her full time job and moving abroad to PortugalHighlights include:
00:00 Intro
03:00 From analyst to podcaster
07:45 Mastering storytelling
13:30 Lessons from Podcast Moguls
18:00 Creating content with purpose
21:00 Becoming an expat in Portugal
28:00 Preparing for full time entrepreneurship
33:00 Building a platform to monetize
43:00 Defeating self-doubt
47:00 Living in Portugal
54:00 Tips for entrepreneurs
Check out episode 439 of Side Hustle Pro podcast out now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube
Links mentioned in this episode
Hiwote’s website: https://www.depthandcandor.com/ Hiwote’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hiwote.getaneh/ The Art of Gathering by Priya Parker: https://www.priyaparker.com/book-art-of-gathering Union Docs: https://uniondocs.org/ Podcast Moguls: https://sidehustlepro.co/podcastmoguls/Click here to subscribe via RSS feed (non-iTunes feed): http://sidehustlepro.libsyn.com/rss
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This week in the guest chair we are back for an update episode with Arsha Jones, founder of Capital City- the DC-based company behind the wildly popular Mambo Sauce. Stemming from Arsha's desire to create a product that she could sell multiples of, Arsha describes her journey from starting as a web designer, shifting into e-commerce, and finally venturing into entrepreneurship.
In this episode Arsha shares:
How starting an income-driven business, Tees In The Trap, helped to fund ventures for Capital City How she got Mambo sauce onto shelves of major businesses like Papa Johns, Walmart, and Target The importance of legacy and how embedding the culture of the community she serves has opened up unique opportunitiesHighlights Include:
07:07 Leaving The Service Industry
10:44 Launching Multiple Businesses At Once
17:14 Creating Multiple Revenue Streams
19:50 Being The Face Of Your Brand
29:33 Creating a Premium Product
30:48 Getting Into Retail
35:33 Creating Brand Partnerships
41:11 Selling On Amazon
45:23 Creating Your Own Path
Check out episode 390 of Side Hustle Pro podcast out now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube
Links mentioned in this episode
First Arsha Jones SHP Episode: https://sidehustlepro.co/arshajones/ Capital City Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/capitalcityco Capital City Website: https://www.capitalcity.com/ Arsha’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arshajones/ Arsha’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arshajones Tees In The Trap: https://www.teesinthetrap.com/ Amazon Seller Central: https://sellercentral.amazon.com/Click here to subscribe via RSS feed (non-iTunes feed): http://sidehustlepro.libsyn.com/rss
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This week in the guest chair we have fellow podcaster Les Alfred, content creator and host of the Balanced Black Girl podcast. Les shares her journey from blogging to launching her podcast, driven by the realization that there were few Black women discussing wellness on her social feeds.
Les highlights the importance of relatability and audience connection in content creation, emphasizing that consumers today want to feel a personal connection to the creator behind a brand. By 2021, consistent monetizing and growth led her to partner with an agency, and later a podcast network, allowing her to scale ads and go full time as a podcaster.
In this episode she shares:
How following her curiosity and having the bravery to allow herself to be widely seen set her up for successHer methods to creating inspiring, approachable wellness content covering everything from wellness, to productivity, to personal finance, to self-careThe need for financial stability before quitting her corporate job by budgeting, saving, paying off student loans, and organizing her business financesHighlights include:
00:00 Intro
04:30 Breaking into wellness
10:00 Starting a podcast
15:00 Emphasizing relatability to your audience
19:30 First year of full-time podcasting
23:30 The power of financial planning
38:00 Benefits of having a lean team
45:30 The power of an email list
50:15 Tips for entrepreneurs
Check out episode 437 of Side Hustle Pro podcast out now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube
Links mentioned in this episode
Les’ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/balancedles/ Balanced Black Girl Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/balancedblackgirlpodcast/ Balanced Black Girl Website: https://www.balancedblackgirl.com/ Balanced Black Girl YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BalancedBlackGirl Profit First Book: https://mikemichalowicz.com/profit-first/Click here to subscribe via RSS feed (non-iTunes feed): http://sidehustlepro.libsyn.com/rss
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Jamila Souffrant is the author of the book Your Journey To Financial Freedom, and the host of the Journey To Launch podcast. As a go-to thought leader in the personal finance field, her podcast has amassed over 4+ million total downloads. Starting her journey by saving over $100K in two years, she is now financially free.
In this episode she shares:
How she went from aggressive saving to over $400K years and becoming debt-freeThe best and easiest way to traditionally publish your bookWhat methods of income-earning have failed her and how she helps others find what works best for them, and moreHighlights include:
00:00 Intro
07:00 Mindset is the key to success
14:00 Revenue milestones
25:00 Financial freedom
30:15 Understanding life priorities
38:10 Creating wealth for side hustlers
42:30 Silent wealth
45:30 Tips for entrepreneurs
Check out episode 436 of Side Hustle Pro podcast out now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube
Links mentioned in this episode
Jamila’s 1st Side Hustle Pro episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FTM2FyWDOaY Journey To Launch Website: https://journeytolaunch.com/ Journey To Launch Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/journeytolaunch Jamila’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/Journey2launch/ Jamila’s Book: https://yourjourneytofinancialfreedom.com/ Mindset- Carol S. Dweck: https://www.amazon.com/Mindset-Psychology-Carol-S-Dweck/dp/0345472322 The Beautiful Writers Podcast: https://www.beautifulwriterspodcast.com/ Self-Publishing School: https://self-publishingschool.com/podcast/Click here to subscribe via RSS feed (non-iTunes feed): http://sidehustlepro.libsyn.com/rss
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This week we are getting a masterclass in content-based business with Bola Sokunbi. Bola is a finance expert, 4-time bestselling author, and founder of Clever Girl Finance, one of the largest personal finance media/education platforms for women in the U.S.
In this episode she shares:
Her start as a financial advisor while side hustling Clever Girl Finance How she expanded past 1 to 1 business by creating courses and repeatable content How she was able to financially thrive while making her platforms free and accessibleHighlights include:
00:00 Intro
07:15 Becoming a financial expert
12:35 Initial business investments
20:30 Determining target audience
25:18 Building a team
32:40 Making the platform free and accessible
36:53 Benefits and challenges of brand partnerships
44:20 Being a content-first business
57:00 Tips for entrepreneurs
Check out this episode of Side Hustle Pro podcast and others out now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube
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Links mentioned in this episode
Clever Girl Finance Website: https://www.clevergirlfinance.com/ Clever Girl Finance Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clevergirlfinance/ Bola’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clevergirlfinance/ Bola’s Website: https://www.bolasokunbi.com/Click here to subscribe via RSS feed (non-iTunes feed): http://sidehustlepro.libsyn.com/rss
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This week we’re back for a very exciting update episode with Denise Woodard is the Founder and CEO of Partake Foods, the allergy-friendly packaged food company inspired by her daughter’s experience with food allergies. Created in 2016, Denise started the business by self-distributing cookies around NYC, eventually becoming a Certified B Corporation and raising millions of dollars in investment capital.
In this episode she shares:
Her strategies to getting investors interested, including big names like HER and RihannaHow she became the first Black woman to raise more than $1 Million publicly for a CPG food startup, accumulating more than $20MHow she is continuing to inspire other entrepreneurs while growing her own businessHighlights include:
00:00 Intro
03:30 Partake’s rise to success
07:15 Raising capital with huge companies
14:50 Partnerships and rapid expansion
23:40 Managing personal finances in the start-up phase
29:06 Aligning with your true passions
38:21 Work-life balance
44:45 Tips for entrepreneurs
Check out episode 434 of Side Hustle Pro podcast out now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube
Links mentioned in this episode
Partake’s Website: www.partakefoods.comPartake’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/partakefoods/Denise’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denisegwoodard/ Desnise’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/denisegwoodard/ Marcy Venture Partners: https://www.marcyvp.com/Click here to subscribe via RSS feed (non-iTunes feed): http://sidehustlepro.libsyn.com/rss
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This week I sat down for a very inspiring chat with Mignon François, the #1 national best-selling author of Made from Scratch: Finding Success Without a Recipe, and founder of a multi-million dollar cupcake empire, The Cupcake Collection.
In this episode she shares:
Why having a great product and determination got her community to support her visionThe different financial methods she used, like cash stuffing, to reinvest into her business and employeesHow she leveraged $5 and turned it into a legacy with over five million cupcakes sold And much more, you don’t want to miss the gems she’s dropping!Highlights include:
00:00 Intro
04:30 Learning to bake from grandma
10:53 The struggle to make ends meet
15:09 Turning $5 into $600
20:27 Humble beginnings
32:50 Low margins, high profit from day one
37:30 Benefits of profit sharing with employees
42:00 Scaling to $10,000 days
48:20 Tips for entrepreneurs
Check out this episode of Side Hustle Pro podcast out now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube
Links mentioned in this episode
The Cupcake Collection: https://www.thecupcakecollection.com/Made From Scratch Book: https://www.amazon.com/Made-Scratch-Finding-Success-Without/dp/B0BV7G8F7C Mignon’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/Cte6fHBIlzO/ The Cupcake Collection’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecupcakecollection/Click here to subscribe via RSS feed (non-iTunes feed): http://sidehustlepro.libsyn.com/rss
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Guest Social Media InfoMignon’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/Cte6fHBIlzO/
The Cupcake Collection’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecupcakecollection/
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This week in the guest chair we’re taking it back to Donyale Walton, founder of Hoop Mobb, Home of the Hoop Earring. Coming from Flint, Michigan, Donyale made her way to New York to learn the business ropes and was inspired to pursue her own ventures.
In this episode she shares:
How she went outside of the box of where she’s from and gained unique skills by working in fashion Her process of finding and working with the best manufacturers How she’s able to build the best team and balance hiring family and friendsHighlights include:
00:00 Intro
05:30 Getting her start in fashion
15:30 Determining a niche
24:50 Acquiring vendors and manufacturers
30:53 Focusing on serving a community
38:20 Profitability and hiring strategically
49:09 Marketing and growth strategies
56:22 Tips for entrepreneurs
Check out episode 432 of Side Hustle Pro podcast out now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube
Links mentioned in this episode
The Hoop Mob Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehoopmobb/ Hoop Mobb’s Website: https://hoopmobb.com/ Hoop Mobb’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/685105618951748 Donyale’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/donyalewalton/Click here to subscribe via RSS feed (non-iTunes feed): http://sidehustlepro.libsyn.com/rss
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Guest Social Media InfoThe Hoop Mob Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehoopmobb/
Donyale’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/donyalewalton/
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You’ve done your research, gathered your materials and you’re ready to launch your side hustle. Now what? Keep GOING. This is the time to reevaluate, regroup, and dig deeper. A lot of side hustlers who get to this point will start to lose the spark they had when they first started. In episode 431, I’m giving you the tips to keep that same energy and build your side hustle into a sustainable business.
Tips shared include:
How to affirm yourself to build confidence The next steps to stay on track with your goalsHow to continue to find inspirationHighlights include:
00:00 Intro
04:00 Get down to business
05:30 Determine what your impactful tasks are
08:30 Get your schedule down
10:00 Affirm your journey
13:00 Time to get vulnerable
15:30 Find your calling
20:00 Limit outside opinions
I’m also hosting a live Side Hustle Bootcamp next week. Whether you’ve started your side hustle or are still trying to get it off the ground, this challenge is designed to help you get out of your head and into action. Go to sidehustlepro.co/bootcamp to sign up!
Check out episode 431 of Side Hustle Pro podcast out now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube
Links mentioned in this episode
My Old Blog Wordpress Theme DetectorSide Hustle Pro BootcampPodcast MogulsClick here to subscribe via RSS feed (non-iTunes feed): http://sidehustlepro.libsyn.com/rss
AnnouncementsJoin our Facebook Community
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Guest Social Media InfoSide Hustle Pro – @sidehustlepro #SideHustlePro
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This week in the guest chair we have Vanessa James, the dynamic founder of Vanessa James Media. Known as "the voice you hear everywhere," Vanessa is a seasoned Caribbean voice-over actress whose captivating voice has graced numerous iconic brands, including Netflix, Amazon, and the new promo voice for the nationally syndicated "Tamron Hall" daytime talk show.
In this episode she shares about:
How she uses her media company Vanessa James Media to advocate for diversity, inclusion, entrepreneurship, and creative collaborationThe groundbreaking events she leads each year like Food, Wine, and Fete—an all-inclusive Soca experience celebrating Caribbean cultureHow she scaled Vanessa James Media from side hustle to a profitable businessHighlights include:
00:00 Intro
04:30 Corporate roles and burnout
13:30 Side hustling in V.O.
18:00 Understanding the voiceover industry
22:50 Overcoming a stutter
27:30 Stabilizing income as a side hustler
33:30 Scaling a media business
39:11 Food, Wine and Fete
43:21 How to break into voice acting
49:55 Tips for entrepreneurs
Check out episode 430 of Side Hustle Pro podcast out now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube
Links mentioned in this episode
Vanessa James Media Website: https://www.vanessajamesmedia.com/ Vanessa’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vanessajamesmedia Vanessa’s X: https://x.com/MsVanessaJamesVanessa’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vanessa-james-media/ Reach TV: https://reachtv.com/ Food, Wine, and Fete: https://foodwineandfete.com/Click here to subscribe via RSS feed (non-iTunes feed): http://sidehustlepro.libsyn.com/rss
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Guest Social Media InfoWebsite: Vanessa James Media: https://www.vanessajamesmedia.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vanessajamesmedia
X: https://x.com/MsVanessaJames
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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 Intro
03:22 Naming your podcast
05:00 Importance of domain names and websites
09:30 The starting elements
12:30 Refine your starting steps
15:30 Block out the noise
The 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/bootcamp
Check out episode 429 of Side Hustle Pro podcast out now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube
Links mentioned in this episode
My 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/rss
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#SideHustlePro
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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 Intro
03:15 From the Bronx to Ghana
07:30 Building a following on YouTube
14:50 Founding KIN Apparel
20:00 Transition to full-time entrepreneurship
27:00 Benefits of vulnerable marketing
32:00 Financial journey- grants and funding
41:00 Navigating the changing financial landscape
44:00 Shark Tank experience
47:00 Challenges with fulfillment centers
57:00 Tips for entrepreneurs
Links mentioned in this episode
KIN 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/rss
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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 Intro
01:57 Identify target audience
06:12 Writing out your target listener attributes
12:30 Get on the phone with potential audience
17:30 Secondary audience’
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Links mentioned in this episode
Side 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/rss
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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 identity
13:00 Navigating real estate
16:50 Polish Bar success
23:08 Transferring skills from previous industries
34:19 Navigating real estate and running a business
40:48 Building confidence through successful selling
50:00 Personal branding through authenticity
1:00:00 Power of partnership
1:11:00 Tips for entrepreneurs
Check out episode 426 of Side Hustle Pro podcast out now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube
Links mentioned in this episode
Tricia’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/rss
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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 episode
Bootcamp: 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.
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Guest Social Media InfoSide Hustle Pro – @sidehustlepro
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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 familyHighlights include:
00:00 Intro
03:40 Side hustling to pay off debt
08:00 Juggling multiple side hustles
14:00 Vetting employees
26:00 Marketing and scaling
35:37 Building relationships with cleaners
40:00 Transition from 9-5 to full time hustle
43:40 Starting an online course
48:00 Investing in real estate
53:00 Marriage and family
58:50 Advice for entrepreneurs
Check out episode 424 of Side Hustle Pro podcast out now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube
Links mentioned in this episode
Jhanilka’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/1595555277Click here to subscribe via RSS feed (non-iTunes feed): http://sidehustlepro.libsyn.com/rss
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