Ever bought something for your side hustle that seemed essential at the time, only to realize it was completely unnecessary? In this episode of Hustling Sideways, hosts Allen Halas and Jim Love get brutally honest about their most regrettable purchases.
Allen confesses to having a room full of tech gadgets, backup microphones, and an entire bag of audio converters that rarely see the light of day. He also reveals his bad habit of signing up for software trials and forgetting to cancel them before getting charged. Jim shares the story of a lapel mic that disappeared into a moving box and a failed merchandise venture with custom clothing that never made it to market.
Whether it's duplicate equipment, forgotten subscriptions, or merchandise that never sold, this episode is a relatable reminder that side hustlers everywhere have a closet (or ottoman) full of "seemed like a good idea at the time" purchases.
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Hustling Sideways is a business podcast hosted by Milwaukee-based music writer Allen Halas and keynote and motivational speaker Jim Love. The two both attended Marquette University, and now host the show to discuss the side hustles and passion projects of people that they meet, all while continuing to run their own side businesses. Every Monday, they're either interviewing a guest, or talking about the different aspects of business that side hustlers go through when balancing their 9-to-5 and their entrepreneurship endeavors. You can get the podcast wherever you download podcasts, as well as on our YouTube channel.