Amplify

Launching your side hustle is a big achievement… don’t get me wrong.

But what happens next?

The real work starts when the wheels hit the road and the grind begins. That’s when your idea sinks, swims, or even worse – floats on the surface going nowhere.

So while starting is courageous, learning how to grow your side hustle is the rewarding part.

It’s time to start accelerating your reach and accessing a wider audience. Traffic is the growth lever of your side hustle that puts your idea in front of more of the right people.

To help you amplify your side hustle, we’ve gathered the most important stats, insights, and tactics from the world of digital business growth. These are the trending tactics working right now – not an entire growth strategy.

Disclaimer: Be warned… you have to spend a little money to reap the rewards. “Organic” growth is slow and, to be honest, a MYTH. No business has gone from side to main hustle without investing money in marketing.

Here’s the thing: knowing when to take your side hustle to the next level and make it a full-time gig is super important.

It’s not just about the money—it’s about recognizing those telltale signs that your little venture has the potential to become something big and life-changing.

When you decide to make the leap, you’re diving into a world where your hustle could truly take off.

But when are you ready to make that leap?

It’s all about sizing up the demand for what you’re offering, figuring out if it can grow like wildfire, and seeing if it’s bringing in a steady flow of cash.

And of course, you gotta ask yourself if you’re crazy passionate and ready to tackle the ups and downs that come with being your own boss.

When you recognize that perfect moment to level up and fully embrace your side hustle, get ready for a wild ride filled with endless possibilities and the chance to turn your dreams into reality.

So in this week’s newsletter, we’ll show you how to recognize that perfect moment to transition and embrace your side hustle as a full-time pursuit.

Should you include LinkedIn in your marketing strategy?

With a whopping 774 million users, LinkedIn is the world’s largest professional network. LinkedIn gives you access to a vast audience of professionals, entrepreneurs, and potential clients.

You can spruce up your profile, proudly showcase your side hustle, and engage with like-minded communities and groups. Its content-sharing features are perfect for demonstrating your expertise, sharing valuable insights, and building a dedicated following.

Plus, with LinkedIn’s nifty search and targeted advertising options, you can precisely target your ideal audience.

By leveraging LinkedIn effectively, you can establish yourself as a thought leader, build meaningful relationships, and unlock exciting business opportunities for your side hustle.

So with all that said, in this week’s newsletter, we’ll be diving into LinkedIn and providing you with some strategies to turbocharge the growth of your side hustle. So let’s get to it!

There’s a new AI platform making waves in the digital world and for good reason! ChatGPT is a total game-changer for businesses.

If you’ve been living under a rock and you haven’t heard of ChatGPT yet, it’s an AI-powered language model that can help you with a variety of side hustle tasks, from generating new ideas to shortcutting your content creation and marketing strategies.

ChatGPT uses advanced natural language processing to communicate with you like a real person, making it easy and fun to use.

So in this week’s newsletter, we’re excited to share some tips and tricks about how you can use ChatGPT to achieve faster growth and success with your side hustle.

We’ll cover topics like content creation, marketing, and idea research, and show you how ChatGPT can help you save time and gain a competitive edge. We’ll even throw in a few prompts for you to try out!

So get ready to learn, be inspired, and take your side hustle to the next level with the help of ChatGPT!

If you’re a fan of podcasts, you’ll know how popular they have become in recent years. But did you know that getting interviewed on a podcast can be a great way to showcase your expertise and gain exposure for your side hustle?

Simply put, a podcast interview is a conversation between a host and a guest on a specific topic that is recorded and shared with listeners. It’s an amazing opportunity to share your insights, experiences, and knowledge with a specific target audience.

Plus, being a guest on a podcast can establish your credibility and authority in your field or industry, leading to exciting new business opportunities and collaborations.

That’s why we’ve put together this article to help you navigate the world of podcast interviews. We’ll cover actionable tips and strategies to increase your chances of getting booked on a podcast, whether you’re a seasoned expert or just starting out.

So, grab a cup of coffee, sit back, and get ready to learn how to leverage the power of podcast interviews to grow your side hustle!

With over a billion users, TikTok is not just for viral dance videos and hilarious memes. It’s a fantastic platform to showcase your side hustle and reach a massive audience.

We know that marketing your side hustle can be tough. But don’t worry, TikTok’s got your back! We’re going to spill the tea on how to use TikTok to market your side hustle like a pro.

From creating awesome content to using hashtags and collaborating with other users, we’ve got all the juicy details to help you succeed. You’ll be amazed at how easy it is to promote your side hustle on TikTok.

So, whether you’re a freelance artist, a small business owner, or a full-time hustler, this article is your ultimate guide to TikTok marketing. With our tips and tricks, you’ll be able to create buzz around your side hustle and get the recognition you deserve.

Are you ready to become a TikTok sensation and take your side hustle to new heights? Let’s go!

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We’re betting that when you think of social media influencers, the Kardashian-Jenner gals, and their respective Instagram posts immediately popped into your minds.

In truth though, social media influence goes far beyond celebrities like Kim!

Consider these Statista findings:

– Influencer marketing was worth $13.8 billion worldwide in 2021, double the market value from the year before.
– Instagram is the most popular platform for influencer marketing. With 6.12 million sponsored posts on Instagram in a year, the platform’s influencer marketing value is about $2.3 billion.
– Companies are known to spend their marketing budget on YouTube posts featuring influencers (While YouTube is technically a search engine and not a social media platform, it’s another important channel used by influencers)
– TikTok is another popular platform for influencers.
– For every $1 spent on influencer marketing, the average return on investment (ROI) is around $18.

So, what is the relevance of all this to your side hustle?

The experts have spoken: According to a study by Influencer Marketing Hub in 2021, 90% of marketers give influencer marketing a big thumbs up.

This is probably the foremost reason why you should, too.

And that’s what we’ll be talking about inside this newsletter!

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For a hustle to really take off, you need either a lot of dumb luck or an effective marketing strategy.

Sure, you might have the best thing since sliced bread in your hands, but if nobody hears about it, who’s going to buy it?

If you are like me when I started, you might have a limited budget, and marketing can cost a lot. Luckily for us, there are a lot of great marketing channels out there that either won’t cost you much or are entirely free!

But cheap or free don’t come without downsides. I’ve tried pretty much every channel out there, and while you can achieve a lot of success, your mileage may vary. In order to get the most out of these channels, you have to put in the work.

Inside this newsletter we’ve brought you the research so you can choose the cheap marketing channel that fits your hustle best.