A newsletter can function as a highly profitable side project that requires minimal time and expense to maintain.
“And this is my side project that I put five hours a week into.”
Chris Koerner on The Koerner Office Podcast · Feb 2026 · 1 episode · 50K views on this topicEngaging in side hustles should involve creating assets that one owns rather than relying on platforms that limit income and control.
“if you're driving for uber or lyft or whatever that's a good part-time job and there's nothing wrong with having a part-time job like most of us have done that but you have no control over that there's an income cap you're completely dependent on somebody else's platform”
The Minimalists · Sep 2017 · 1 episode · 10K views on this topicA side hustle is a useful way to find inspiration or additional income while still tethered to a day job.
“maybe you love your day job or maybe you you're just tethered to it now because you're in debt and you need to get out and so this is the way you provide for your family but at the same time why not find something on the side that is going to 2ei inspire you”
The Minimalists · Sep 2017 · 1 episode · 10K views on this topicCreating a side hustle provides economic empowerment and security without requiring the risks associated with leaving a steady job.
“let's create something that brings economic empowerment so that we have more choice so that we can be more intentional and live the life that we want”
The Minimalists · Sep 2017 · 1 episode · 10K views on this topicA side hustle can be managed successfully while maintaining full-time employment by using delegation and starting with smaller, manageable goals.
“you could still work your job during that time flipping three houses does not require you to quit your job it ain't again you don't have to be in there with a hammer no like you can easily keep your job keep the same lifestyle you have and flip on the side starting out”
Chris Van Vliet · Dec 2021 · 1 episode · 3K views on this topicShe asserts that starting a pumpkin decorating business is a viable side hustle even if one begins late in the season.
“If you wait till like the week before Halloween, maybe it's too late then, but even then, no. Get three homes under your belt.”
Chris Koerner on The Koerner Office Podcast · Oct 2025 · 1 episode · 0 views on this topicStarting a side business with low barriers to entry and low risk is a viable strategy for generating significant profit.
“The barriers to entry seemed really low. I was able to do it with very little risk involved. When I ran the numbers, it was kind of one of those moments where if I even got to 50% capacity, I was like, "Yeah, this is going to be a home run."”
Chris Koerner on The Koerner Office Podcast · Jan 2026 · 0 episodes · 0 views on this topicOwning an email list through a platform like Beehiiv is superior to relying on social media algorithms because it allows for direct audience ownership.
“Cuz here's the thing, social platforms don't let you own anything. The algorithm changes and your reach disappears. Email is the only channel where you actually own your audience and Beehiiv is built for people who are ready to grow bigger than ever.”
Chris Koerner on The Koerner Office Podcast · Jan 2026 · 0 episodes · 0 views on this topicExtracted by a model; may misattribute who said what.
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