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How to Launch a Profitable Side Hustle in Less Than a Month!

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Want to make extra money to help you pay down debt or explore a new career? Chris Guillbeau shares how to launch a profitable side hustle in 27 days!

Give Yourselves Margin with a Side Hustle

One of the biggest objections to not saving or paying down debt I keep hearing is
“We don’t have any extra cash.”
Makes sense. If you don’t have any extra cash, it’s hard to pay down that debt or build and emergency fund.
Typically there are few ways you can save money on your expenses or negotiate better deals with certain bills like cable or insurance.
But sometimes it’s not just a spending issue. 
It’s an earning one.
After spending 40 hours or so working,  you’re not necessarily looking to take a second job and being tied down to another fixed schedule for so-so pay.
So is there a way for you to earn more on the side? Perhaps tapping into one of your talents?
And what if that income stream can give you margin or a buffer so you can finally grow your emergency fund, knock out some of that debt, and maybe explore a new career? How would you feel then?
Excited? Thrilled? Ready to go? Or are you a bit skeptical and tired of the hype you see online about side hustles?
Let’s be real. If it was really that easy to drum up such an income stream, then most people would be all over that.
However, that doesn’t mean it’s not doable. It means you have to be smart about the time you invest when launching.
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Chris Guillbeau, author of Side Hustle from Idea to Income in 27 Days, is here to share his expertise and story. 
In this episode we get into:
  • why a side hustle can be a wonderful option
  • how you can start one in less than a month
  • why and how a sustainable side hustle can also build your legacy

Hope you enjoy!

If you want to hear another episode with a side hustler, please check out my interview with Nick Loper. He’s the founder of Side Hustle Nation and the author of several books.

Resources to Launch a Profitable Side Hustle

If you’re looking to start or build a side hustle, here are some resources to check out:

Free 5 Days to $5K Course

I’m offering a free email course to help you boost your income. It’s called 5 Days to $5K. It’s launching Monday and it will walk you through how to save, find, and make more money. 
Hopefully, you can use that money to pay down debt, grow that emergency fund, or maybe have it launch your own side hustle. 

You can sign up here!

Thank You to Our Partners

Support for this podcast comes from Jumpstart Your Marriage and Your Money Masterclass.

This self-paced course is designed to help you get on the same page with money, dump your debt faster, and build wealth as a team.

Get lifetime access now!

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Like the music in this episode? Our theme song is by Gentle Regime. Additional music by Lee Rosevere and Logan from Music for Makers in this episode.

 

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How to Deal with Depression and Debt Together

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Debt can be an enormous burden for many couples. Learn how you two can work together and get the resources you need to deal with depression and debt. 

Fighting Debt and Depression as a Couple

This episode is part of the Suicide Prevention Awareness Month blog and now podcast tour in partnership with Debt Drop.

This is a heavier than normal topic, but I’m afraid too many people and couples suffer in silence. My focus today is giving you some jumping points and ideas.

You two can then discuss them and work out what’s best for you.

I want to clear upfront – I’ve never had to deal with depression and debt, but I’ve dealt with both.

I remember clearly the anxiety and stress I had over debt.  Sleepless nights trying to figure which bill to pay with a limited income.

I’ve had periods in my life where depression robbed me of joy.  There was no specific trigger, but it was a win to get out of bed some days.

That said – I am not a medical professional.

I just want to share some encouragement and tips that have helped me and others. 

Resources to Fight Debt and Depression

If you two are looking for resources to not only knock down your debt but take care of yourselves, here some to check out:

Thank You to Our Partners

Support for this podcast comes from Jumpstart Your Marriage and Your Money Masterclass.

This self-paced course is designed to help you get on the same page with money, dump your debt faster, and build wealth as a team.

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Like the music in this episode? Our theme song is by Gentle Regime. Additional music by Lee Rosevere and Logan from Music for Makers in this episode.

 

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How Whitney Hansen Paid Off $30,000 in Less Than a Year

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Feeling trapped at a job because you’re dealing with debt? Find out how you can pay off your debt faster. Whitney Hansen shares how she eliminated $30,000 in less than a year! 

Paying Off Debt Faster

My guest today, Whitney Hansen, knows all about that desire to have more options and less debt. Today we’ll get into:

  • why motivated her to fast track paying off her student loans
  • how she was able to get rid of $30,000 in less than a year
  • what first steps she suggests if you want to be debt free sooner than later

Hope you enjoy!

Want to hear more from Whitney? Connect through her awesome podcast The Money Nerds, Twitter, and Instagram! 

Resources to Help You Get Out of Debt

Tired of being in debt? Here are some resources to help you dump it.

Thank You to Our Partners

Support for this podcast comes fromJumpstart Your Marriage and Your Money Masterclass.

This self-paced course is designed to help you get on the same page with money, dump your debt faster, and build wealth as a team.

Get lifetime access and bonus videos on retiring early and paying off your mortgage faster for $27!

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Early Retirement Hacks: Big Wins Through Tiny Habits

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Can you really have big wins from changing tiny, but key habits? Learn the critical key steps Chris Reining took to retire at 37!

Big Wins Through Tiny Habits

Going for the big wins is smart.

Too many times, though, those big wins mean big changes and for most, it’s enough not to move.

But what if I told you there are certain tiny changes that can have a huge impact?

Today’s guest Chris Reining has made those tiny habits stick and he’s been able to retire at 37!

In this episode, we get into

  • what pushed him to change his habits
  • how he was able to slash his expenses without feeling he was missing out
  • his system to build wealth

You can connect with Chris on his site, Facebook. Don’t forget to grab his free investment guide.

Hope you enjoy!

Want to hear another interview about retiring early? Check out my episode with Liz from Frugalwoods. Liz shares how she and her husband fulfilled their dream to live on a homestead in their 30s!

Early Retirement Links and Resource

If you want to learn more about early retirement, here are some resources to check out:

Thank You to Our Partners

Support for this podcast comes from Jumpstart Your Marriage and Your Money Masterclass.  This self-paced course is designed to help you get on the same page with money, dump your debt faster, and build wealth as a team.

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Like the music in this episode? Our theme song is by Gentle Regime. Additional music by Lee Rosevere and Logan from Music for Makers in this episode.

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How Invested are You in Your Marriage and Money?

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Ready to reboot your marriage and money? See how Travis and his wife paid over $100,ooo of credit card debt together! 

Investing in Your Marriage and Money

Imagine you had to come clean to your husband or wife about how much debt you were in. Everything looks fine, but you’re barely keeping your head above water.

Travis found himself in this exact situation. Handling the numbers, he had to tell his wife that they had $109,000 of credit card debt!

What would you do if you were him? What would you do if you were her?

Resources on Dumping Debt Together

If you two are ready to pay off your debt, here are some resources to check out:

Thank You to Our Partners

Support for this podcast comes from Jumpstart Your Marriage and Your Money Masterclass.  This self-paced course is designed to help you get on the same page with money, dump your debt faster, and build wealth as a team.

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Like the music in this episode? Our theme song is by Gentle Regime. Additional music by Lee Rosevere  and Logan from Music for Makers in this episode.

 

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Mastering Your Small Business Finances Even If You’re a Busy Entrepreneur

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Ready to launch or grow your business? Learn how you can master your small business’ finances even if you’re a busy entrepreneur!

Small Business Finances

Whether you have a business or preparing to start one, you know that it takes quite a bit to get things rolling.

Not only do you have to work on the front end- so to speak  – producing the product or service you’re selling, but you also have to be smart about the back end stuff. One key component? Finances.

Quite simply getting the money squared away makes sure you’re actually running a business and not an expensive hobby.

I shared a little bit of my story in past episodes, which I hope gives a glimpse of what to expect. However, it’s limited to my own business which may be different from yours.

I know someone who has the breadth and depth of skills and can show you the ropes.

Today small business coach and author Sylvia Moe Inks is on the show to share her knowledge. We’re going to discuss:

  • the biggest mistakes small business owners make (& how to avoid them)
  • creating a system to make taxes much easier
  • a tool to cut down on the back and forth of emails

Hope you enjoy!

Resources to Gain Control Over Your Spending

If you two are ready to start or grow your business, here are some resources to check out:

Thank You to Our Partners

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How to Identify Your Spending Triggers and Control Emotional Spending

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Has your wallet taken a hit? Are you ready to stop the money leaks? Find out what your spending triggers are and how you can fight back on today’s show.

Fighting Emotional Spending

Last week I mentioned how you can reboot your finances with one simple trick – track your spending on a daily basis.

One of the biggest reasons we break our budget is overspending. There are cases of major purchases killing our savings, but more common are impulsive buys we make that on their own aren’t too bad, but when combined can empty our savings account and can cause us to feel stressed out.

Harris Interactive found around 53% of people they surveyed admitted they made purchases to celebrate an occasion.

On average, an  American adult has $4,717 of credit card debt yet 63% of Americans do not have enough in the bank to cover a $500 emergency.

Does any of this sound familiar?

Chances are if you’re listening to this podcast you’re looking to do better. So how can you break the cycle?

Tarra Jackson, also known as Madam Money is here to share her story.

In this episode we get into:

  • how she knew she had a spending problem
  • the triggers that pushed her and how she began fixing them
  • resources to that helped her and which you should look at together

Hope you enjoy!

Resources to Gain Control Over Your Spending

If you two are ready to fight those spending triggers, here are some resources to check out:

Thank You to Our Partners

Support for this podcast comes from partners like Personal Capital. Easy to set up & easy to use. You can have all your investments, income, and expenses all pulled into one place.

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Like the music in this episode? Our theme song is by Gentle Regime. Additional music by Lee Rosevere  and Logan from Music for Makers in this episode.

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Getting Control Over Your Spending

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Trying to reboot your finances and get some control over your spending? Here’s one simple and effective psychological hack that can help you save a ton of money this year! 

Sticking to Your Budget

Since July is here, I think now’s a good time to do a financial check-up. Hopefully, things are looking good on your end, but if not, it’s okay.

Why?

Cause July is Financial Reboot Month.

(If there can be a National Doughnut Day, I can create this!)

With 31 beautiful days, July is a wonderful opportunity to save some serious money.

Whether you have a formal budget/spending plan, there is one psychology hack that can help you save some cash.

So if you aren’t already subscribed, go ahead and download the episode to see how you two can reboot your finances and save a ton of money for the rest of the year!

 

Resources to Gain Control Over Your Spending

If you two are serious about saving a ton of money quickly, here are some of the best resources to check out:

Thank You to Our Partners

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Like the music in this episode? Our theme song is by Gentle Regime. Additional music by Lee Rosevere  and Logan from Music for Makers in this episode.

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Thriving with Your Blended Family’s Finances

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Merging families and finances can be especially tricky with blended families, but you two can succeed and thrive. Get tips on how you can make this big transition go a lot smoother! 

Blended Families and Finances

Anytime you’re merging lives, there are so many things to talk about and discuss. When you’re blending your families that’s another layer of complexity.

If you have kids, you two are figuring out what the house rules apply now with things like curfew, chores, that you’re under one roof.

But you also have your exes. They may have rules which are completely opposite of yours. As you’re juggling things as a family, it can be tricky navigating things.

And finances can be just as messy.

Thankfully, Melissa Brown, creator of Blended Family Podcast, is on the show today. She going to discuss her own family’s transition and how they manage things plus offer practical tips to make the transition smoother.

Hope you enjoy!

Resources to Help Get on the Same Page with Money and More

Special thanks to Melissa for coming on and share her thoughts and story! Please reach out her on Twitter or join her Facebook group to hear from others in the blended family community.

If you’re looking tips, stories, and advice to make merging finances easier, here are a few to check out!

Thank You to Our Partners

Support for this podcast comes from partners like Personal Capital. Easy to set up & easy to use. You can have all your investments, income, and expenses all pulled into one place.

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Newlyweds and Finances: Starting the Conversation About Money & More

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With wedding season here, it’s time to discuss newlyweds and finances. What are the essentials every couple should know before merging their money?

Newlyweds and Finances

Marriage and money can sometimes be complicated, stressful, and tricky when you’re not on the same page. Ideally, you’ll have the conversations before you tie the knot, but even if you’ve been married for years it’s possible to get on the right track together.

This week I was invited to join in on chat hosted by Experian talking about Financial Tips for Newlyweds. We covered a lot of ground. Everyone discussed from personal experience and from what they’ve seen with others couples big issues and questions that come up when you’re married such as:

We covered a lot of ground. Everyone discussed from personal experience and from what they’ve seen with others couples big issues and questions that come up when you’re married such as:

  • key financial items couples should discuss
  • financial information should married couples know about each other
  • advice for newlyweds

I want to share just a few highlights with you.

Hope you enjoy!

Find Out More About the Credit Chat Panel

Special thanks to Zina, Rod, and Christina for the chat. I had a wonderful time with everyone. Experian has these credit chats every Wednesday 3pmET. If you want to hear the whole chat, including:

  • financial documents you need to update and change
  • money management tips do you have for couples who have a large pay disparity or one spouse not working
  • manage finances with a spouse who financially supports extended family members

Please head over to here! 

You can catch Zina and how she became debt free in 3 years at Debt Free After Three. 

Resources to Help Get on the Same Page with Money and More

If you’re looking tips, stories, and advice to make merging finances easier, here are a few to check out!

Thank You to Our Partners

Support for this podcast comes from partners like Personal Capital. Easy to set up & easy to use. You can have all your investments, income, and expenses all pulled into one place.

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Like the music in this episode? Our theme song is by Gentle Regime. Additional music by Lee Rosevere  and Logan from Music for Makers in this episode.

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