Part-Time Business Ideas That Need Under 20 Hours a Week (page 2 of 7)
253 business ideas from 5 startup podcasts meet this rule today. Each one names the show and the episode it came from, so you can hear how it was described before you decide.
The list: ideas 41 to 80 of 253
Newest episodes first.
Automated Digital Asset Management
This business would focus on managing and optimizing a portfolio of digital assets, such as websites, using Fable to automate improvements and maintenance.
Source: Koerner Office, 5 Ways to Make Money From an AI the Government Fears - Ep. #310, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $1K to $10K · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online
Email and SMS Marketing Automation
Implementing an automated marketing system using tools like Klaviyo to manage email and SMS campaigns that engage customers, provide discounts, and remind them of subscription renewals.
Source: The Side Hustle Show, 744: $11k MRR from our 1-Year-Old Side Hustle, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $250 to $1K · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online
Autonomous Website Updater
A tool that allows users to create websites that can autonomously update their content based on predefined criteria or user inputs. This tool uses Codex sites for automated content management.
Source: Startup Ideas Podcast, Codex Sites Clearly Explained (and how to use it), aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: under $250 · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online
Personal Branding Workshops
Workshops focused on helping individuals effectively build their personal brand on social media. These workshops would teach participants how to share their personal stories and professional expertise authentically.
Source: Koerner Office, He Used AI to Make $180K in 6 Weeks With This One Free Trick - Ep. #305, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $250 to $1K · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online
Local News Story Pitch Service
A consultancy that helps entrepreneurs craft compelling stories to pitch to local news stations, enhancing their visibility and attracting customers.
Source: Koerner Office, He Used AI to Make $180K in 6 Weeks With This One Free Trick - Ep. #305, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: under $250 · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online
ATM Placement Business
An ATM placement business where entrepreneurs purchase ATMs and place them in high-traffic locations, earning money through transaction fees whenever users withdraw cash.
Source: The Side Hustle Show, 741: $1500/mo With His ATM Side Hustle, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $50K to $100K · 10 to 20 hours a week · Local
Community Engagement Strategy
Developing a community engagement strategy can enhance customer loyalty and increase sales. This involves actively interacting with viewers during live shows and fostering a sense of belonging among buyers.
Source: The Side Hustle Show, 740: This Part-Time Pastor Sold $2M On Whatnot Last Year, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: under $250 · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online
Wisdom of the Elders Podcast Series
A dedicated podcast series featuring interviews with individuals aged 70 and above, focusing on their life experiences and insights on happiness, parenting, and personal growth.
Source: My First Million, We hit record on our private strategy session, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $250 to $1K · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online
Trip Planning Service
A service that assists individuals in booking trips using their accumulated credit card points, ensuring they get the best value for their rewards.
Source: Koerner Office, $20K/Month Helping People Spend Money - Ep. #300, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $250 to $1K · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online
AI Operator Starter Kit
A toolkit designed to help users set up their own AI operators, which can manage various tasks and improve business efficiency. This kit would include guides, templates, and support resources.
Source: The Side Hustle Show, 738: How to Build and Train Your 24/7 AI COO, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $1K to $10K · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online
Solo Pro Automation Consultancy
A consultancy service for solo entrepreneurs looking to leverage automation agents to enhance their business operations and efficiency.
Source: Startup Ideas Podcast, The $1M+ Solo AI Agent Business (Full Course), aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $250 to $1K · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online
YouTube to Blog Post Automation
Develop a tool or service that automatically converts YouTube videos into SEO-optimized blog posts. This would save creators time and increase their content reach.
Source: Koerner Office, Forget Apps. Sell These Tiny AI Tools Instead - Ep. #299, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $250 to $1K · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online
Dead Domain Flipper
This business involves using AI to track and score expired domain names that can be purchased cheaply and resold for profit. The AI assistant integrates with various platforms to provide users with a daily ranked list of valuable domains...
Source: Startup Ideas Podcast, Screensharing How to Start an AI Agent Business Today With Genspark Claw, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $1K to $10K · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online
Blockage Radar Agent
An AI agent that scans communication platforms like Slack and email to identify team members who are waiting on responses or actions, helping executives manage workflow and unblock their teams.
Source: Startup Ideas Podcast, Hire a team of AI Agents, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $1K to $10K · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online
AI-Powered Side Hustle Course
An online course that guides users through the process of launching a side hustle using AI tools. The course provides step-by-step instructions and resources to help individuals turn their ideas into profitable ventures quickly.
Source: My First Million, How Replit Agent made $1M on day one (then $250M in a year), aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $250 to $1K · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online
Design MD Workshop
A workshop that teaches individuals how to utilize Google’s Design MD for creating stunning designs across various mediums. Participants will learn the principles of design, including typography, color schemes, and layout systems, enabli...
Source: Startup Ideas Podcast, My AI Design Workflow That Doesn't Ship Slop, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $250 to $1K · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online
Event Beverage Optimization Consulting
A consulting service that helps vendors optimize their beverage offerings and placement at events to maximize sales. This includes advising on menu options, pricing strategies, and location selection.
Source: Koerner Office, This Cheap Business in a Box Makes $2K+ a Day - Ep. #297, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $250 to $1K · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online and local
Light-Up Letters and Numbers Rentals
A rental service offering large, illuminated letters and numbers for parties, providing customizable decor options for various events, such as birthdays and graduations.
Source: The Side Hustle Show, 737: The 6-Figure Slumber Party Business: Don’t Sleep on This!, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $10K to $20K · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online and local
Lead Selling for High-Demand Services
This business involves generating leads for high-demand services such as pet cremation or horse cremation and selling these leads to local providers. By identifying underserved markets, the business can secure significant income from lea...
Source: Koerner Office, The Most Passive $104K/M Online Business You've Never Heard Of - Ep. #296, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $1K to $10K · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online
High-Ticket Drop Shipping Masterclass
An educational platform focused on teaching aspiring entrepreneurs the intricacies of high-ticket drop shipping, including niche selection, customer service, and effective advertising strategies.
Source: The Side Hustle Show, 736: Replaced His Salary in 5 Months and Set Up a $700k Exit, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $1K to $10K · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online
Automated Social Media Content Creator
A tool that uses AI to generate and schedule social media posts based on user preferences and trending topics, aiming to enhance online engagement for businesses.
Source: Startup Ideas Podcast, How to win with AI Agents in 2026, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $10K to $20K · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online
The Enthusiasm Journal
A guided journaling tool designed to help individuals track their interests, experiences, and 'blisters' over time, fostering greater self-awareness and helping them identify passions that are worth pursuing.
Source: My First Million, How to find your thing, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $1K to $10K · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online
Hermes Agent Installation Guide
A comprehensive guide that helps users install and configure Hermes Agent on various platforms, including Android. It provides step-by-step instructions to ensure a smooth setup and optimal use of the personal agent.
Source: Startup Ideas Podcast, Hermes Agent clearly explained (and how to use it), aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: under $250 · 5 to 10 hours a week · Online
Podcast Newsletter Service
A service that creates and distributes newsletter summaries of podcast episodes to engage listeners who may not have time to listen to the entire episode.
Source: The Side Hustle Show, 734: From Zero to 35M Downloads, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $250 to $1K · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online
Podcast Promotion Service
A service designed to help podcasters promote their episodes and grow their audience through strategic marketing and engagement techniques, such as encouraging reviews and shares.
Source: Koerner Office, The Easiest Way to Actually Make Money With AI⏐Ep. #292, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $250 to $1K · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online
Multi-Input Video Editing Service
A service that leverages the multi-input capabilities of C-Dance V2 to create custom videos by combining various media inputs, such as images, videos, and audio.
Source: Startup Ideas Podcast, Seedance 2.0: Make 100 AI Ads in 33 mins, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $250 to $1K · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online
Cognitive Routine Journals
A specialized journal designed to help users establish cognitive routines by prompting them to reflect on their day, set goals, and track personal development.
Source: My First Million, #1 Habit Expert: Here's how you become dramatically better, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $1K to $10K · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online
Shared Postcard Advertising
Create a service that allows multiple local businesses to share advertising space on a single postcard, reducing costs and increasing the reach of their marketing efforts.
Source: Koerner Office, He Turned $90 Into $50K by Mailing Ads⏐Ep. #291, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $1K to $10K · 10 to 20 hours a week · Local
Limiting Beliefs Workshop
This workshop aims to help individuals identify and overcome their limiting beliefs that hinder personal and professional growth. It encourages participants to articulate their fears and reframe them into actionable goals.
Source: My First Million, We asked a $15B Investor how to survive the AI bubble, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $250 to $1K · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online and local
Unfair Advantage Sourcing
A consultancy service that helps resellers identify their unique advantages in sourcing and selling niche products. This could include training on how to research products and build a network of potential buyers.
Source: The Side Hustle Show, 731: Unlocking Big Profits from Liquidation and Government Auctions, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $250 to $1K · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online
Ambient Businesses
Businesses that operate autonomously with minimal human oversight, using AI agents to handle customer service, market monitoring, and opportunity execution.
Source: Startup Ideas Podcast, 23 AI Trends keeping me up at night, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $1K to $10K · 5 to 10 hours a week · Online
Taste Development Course
An online course that teaches individuals how to develop good taste through a structured four-step process, focusing on identity, copying, understanding rules, and studying history.
Source: My First Million, The Skill That Made Steve Jobs Exceptional (and how to learn it), aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $1K to $10K · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online
Behavioral Finance Workshops
Workshops aimed at educating investors about the psychological aspects of investing, including how to manage emotions and biases that can affect financial decisions.
Source: My First Million, Best of MFM: Listen To This Before You Invest Another Dollar, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $250 to $1K · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online and local
Etsy Printables Store
A digital storefront on Etsy specializing in printables, such as planners, trackers, and seasonal items, that customers can download and print at home.
Source: The Side Hustle Show, Etsy Printables: $10,000 a Month Selling Digital Products on Etsy (Greatest Hits), aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: under $250 · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online
Simple Party Planning Solutions
This business focuses on providing easy-to-use digital templates and resources for party planning, such as invitations, decorations, and themed activity ideas.
Source: The Side Hustle Show, Etsy Printables: $10,000 a Month Selling Digital Products on Etsy (Greatest Hits), aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $1K to $10K · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online
AI Life Coach Setup
A service that helps individuals set up a personalized AI life coach using chatbots like ChatGPT to manage personal finances, set goals, and provide advice.
Source: My First Million, This guy cured his dog’s cancer with ChatGPT + 4 other crazy AI stories, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $250 to $1K · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online
True Crime Story Letters
A subscription service that delivers immersive true crime stories or puzzles through the mail, engaging subscribers in a narrative experience where they can solve mysteries or decode clues.
Source: Koerner Office, This Couple Makes $7M/Year Sending Letters⏐Ep. #283, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $1K to $10K · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online
Expertise Monetization Consulting
A consulting service that helps individuals identify and monetize their unique skills and knowledge, turning them into profitable side hustles or full-time businesses.
Source: The Side Hustle Show, 727: $250/hr by Productizing Your Expertise, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: under $250 · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online
Automated Social Media Lead Generation
A tool or service that automates the process of posting engaging content on social media to attract leads and drive them to sign up for email lists.
Source: The Side Hustle Show, 726: The $300/day Marketing Funnel: From Content to Cash Flow, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $1K to $10K · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online
Dating Strategy Workshops
This concept involves hosting workshops or seminars focused on teaching individuals effective dating strategies, including the importance of developing personal interests as conversation starters.
Source: My First Million, ‘Think and Grow Rich’ Is a Lie. (But The Advice Still Works), aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $250 to $1K · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online and local
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