Building a Side Hustle

If you’re planning to start a side hustle, here are 10 steps that'll help you get more traction, while you keep your day job and only source of dependable income. 1. Prepare for the Long Haul 2. Identify Your Skills and Areas of Interest 3. Validate Your Side Hustle With One Paying Customer 4. Differentiate Yourself From Competitors 5. Define Clear Goals 6. Set Milestones That'll Force You to Launch 7. Delegate Work Outside of Your Expertise 8. Ask for Real Customer Feedback 9. Avoid Getting Fired From Your Day Job 10. Build a Sustainable Flow of Customers Before Quitting Your Day Job The best time to build a business is when you have a full-time job that covers all of your living expenses. Think of your regular employment as hedging against the risks you're taking as you test the viability of your side hustle. Source: The Balance Small Business