128: Top 10 Side Hustles To Start In 2025

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Looking for the perfect side hustle to start in 2025?

This episode of Side Hustle Hero highlights the Top 10 Side Hustles that are accessible, scalable, and proven to generate real results. From AI-driven vending machines and co-hosting short-term rentals to selling on Amazon and organizing photos, these ideas are practical and ready for you to dive into.

We’ve pulled insights from some of the most successful side hustlers featured on the podcast this year, with an eye to what’s trending into 2025. Whether you’re looking for a low-cost way to get started, a flexible schedule, or a way to scale your income, this list has something for everyone.

Here’s what you’ll discover:

• Side hustles that fit into your busy schedule
• Real-world examples and tips from entrepreneurs who’ve made it work
• Tools and strategies to set yourself up for success

No fluff, no gimmicks—just real, actionable ideas to help you launch and grow your side hustle in 2025. Tune in and get inspired to take the first step toward your side hustle goals!

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What You’ll Hear:

01:33 #1 Photo Organizing  

03:10 What You Need to Start the Business

04:02 Finding Clients

04:28 Pricing Your Jobs

05:25 Episode 122: How To Start a Photo Organizing Business

05:35 #2 Selling on Amazon: Wholesale and Influencer Strategies

06:22  No Marketing Required!

07:15 $5,000 Required to Get Started with Amazon Wholesale

07:43 Corey’s Go-to Software: SmartScout, Keepa, SellerAmp

08:37 Episode 127: How To Make Money With Amazon Wholesale

08:48 Becoming An Amazon Influencer

09:27 Billy Thorpe’s “Low Ticket, High Frequency” Business Model

10:00 3 Lucrative Income Streams

11:16 Minimal Start Up Costs

11:37 Where Billy Finds His Brand Deals

12:12 Episode  110: 3 Ways To Monetize As An Amazon Influencer

12:23 #3 Hosting Craft Workshops

13:19 Achieving $1,000 Profit Per Workshop   

15:25 Episode 107: How To Host Profitable Craft Workshops

15:47 #4. AI Driven Vending Machines  

16:16 Profit Tripled with New AI Vending Machine

17:53 Location, Location, Location Is Key

18:22 Get Started With $700

18:55 Episode 102: How To Start An AI-Driven Vending Machine Business for $700

19:24 #5. Buying a Franchise

20:44  Why Most Franchisor Revenue Should Be Coming From on Royalties

21:41 Why a Franchise Might Be a Good Fit  

22:11 Episode 92: How To Find The Best Franchise (For You!)

22:28 Episode 118: How She Grew Her Side Hustle Into A National Franchise

23:30 3 Takeaways From Jami Stigliano For Any Side Hustle

24:13 Attention Boss Babes: Founder Friday’s Newsletter

24:44 #6 Lawn Care

27:02 Pair With Snow Removal?

27:43 Differentiating Through Excellent Customer Service

29:23 Episode 97: Mowing For Money: The Lawn Care Business

30:01 #7  Roadside Produce Stands

30:18 Shannon Earns Solid 6-Figure Net Income  From Produce Stands

31:27 Get Set Up For $200+  

31:51  Scaling and Tips for Produce Stands

32:44 Check Out Farmer’s Markets As a Location

34:29 Episode 89: How To Turn Peaches Into Profits

34:43 #8 Rentals (i.e. Party, Event, Equipment)

35:42 70%-80% Profit After Inventory Paid For

36:06  $2,000 For Tent, Tables, Chairs, To Get Started

36:06 Leveraging Existing Resources

38:49 Episode 90: How To Get Rental Rich From Party Tents

39:03 #9 Copywriting in the AI Era

40:01 A Low-cost Side Hustle To Start

40:25 You Gain Confidence By Doing the Thing

41:26 Length Of Time To Gain Traction

41:49 $40-$50/hour to Start

43:35 Episode 86: Write Your Way To $2,000 A Month    

43:44 #10 Co-Hosting Short Term Rentals

45:23 Competent Cleaners Are Key

47:22 Episode 87: Essential Intel To Co-Host Short Term Rentals

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