Part-Time Business Ideas That Need Under 20 Hours a Week (page 6 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 201 to 240 of 253
Newest episodes first.
Rucking Training Program
An online platform offering detailed training programs and guides on rucking, aimed at individuals looking to improve their fitness by walking with weights.
Source: Koerner Office, You Don’t Need to Be a Genius! Just Do This. w/ Sam | Ep. #160, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $250 to $1K · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online
Ancient Coin Collecting Community
Creating an online community or forum dedicated to ancient coin collectors where they can share knowledge, trade coins, and connect over their shared interest. This platform would serve as a hub for enthusiasts to gather and learn.
Source: The Side Hustle Show, 668: How I Built an $80k/year Side Hustle in an Obscure Niche, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $1K to $10K · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online
Custom Coloring Book Creator
A service that turns personal photos into custom coloring books, allowing users to create unique gifts or keepsakes. Users can upload their images, and the service generates coloring pages based on those images.
Source: Koerner Office, This One AI Prompt Could Land You a $15K Client w/ Sam | Ep. #157, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $250 to $1K · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online
Ad Performance Optimization Platform
A platform that continuously optimizes ad performance by testing various ad creatives and allocating budget based on real-time results, improving efficiency and ROI.
Source: In The Pit with Cody Schneider, AI is Replacing UGC Creators: 1 Click Makes 1,000 Ads, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $10K to $20K · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online
Tariff Tuesday Newsletter
Launch a newsletter that provides insights and updates related to tariff changes and their impact on sourcing strategies. This newsletter can inform executives and sourcing agents about shifts in manufacturing and supply chains.
Source: Koerner Office, Tariffs. Here's How to Make Money While Everyone Panics | Ep. # 154, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $250 to $1K · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online
Automated Customer Feedback Reports
A system that automates the collection and summarization of customer support interactions to generate daily or weekly feedback reports for product improvement.
Source: Koerner Office, How to Build Your Next Business on Top of this New AI Tool That’s Blowing Up | Ep. # 153, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $10K to $20K · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online
Automated Competitor Insights
A subscription service that provides businesses with automated weekly emails containing insights about their top three competitors, streamlining competitive analysis.
Source: Koerner Office, How to Build Your Next Business on Top of this New AI Tool That’s Blowing Up | Ep. # 153, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $1K to $10K · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online
AI-Powered Sales Preparation Tool
This tool automates the research process for sales representatives before meetings, gathering information about meeting attendees and their companies. It synthesizes this data into a digestible format, enabling sales professionals to ent...
Source: Koerner Office, How to Build Your Next Business on Top of this New AI Tool That’s Blowing Up | Ep. # 153, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $1K to $10K · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online
Digital Downloads as Lead Magnets
Utilize digital downloads as low-ticket offers or lead magnets to attract potential customers into a sales funnel, enhancing the likelihood of future purchases.
Source: The Side Hustle Show, 665: The Path to $1k/mo with Mini Digital Products, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $250 to $1K · 5 to 10 hours a week · Online
Referral Program Integration
A solution that helps newsletter creators easily implement referral programs to incentivize subscribers to refer new readers, boosting subscriber growth through word-of-mouth.
Source: Startup Ideas Podcast, Build $1000/day cash-flowing startup on beehiiv (here's how), aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $250 to $1K · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online
Automated Subscriber Engagement
A service that helps newsletter creators set up automated email flows to engage and retain subscribers, including welcome emails and surveys to gather subscriber preferences.
Source: Startup Ideas Podcast, Build $1000/day cash-flowing startup on beehiiv (here's how), aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $1K to $10K · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online
Airbnb Co-Host Network
Create a platform that connects property owners with local co-hosting professionals who can manage the rental process on Airbnb. This service would allow property owners to earn passive income without needing to handle the day-to-day ope...
Source: The Side Hustle Show, The Side Hustle Show Episode 655, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $250 to $1K · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online and local
Mobile RV Rental Management Service
A service that manages the logistics and operations of RV rentals for owners, including listing on platforms, customer communication, and booking management.
Source: The Side Hustle Show, The Side Hustle Show Episode 624, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $250 to $1K · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online
Automated Drip Campaigns
Setting up automated email sequences that nurture customers post-purchase, guiding them towards higher-ticket offers based on their engagement and previous purchases.
Source: The Side Hustle Show, 664: The $1 Product Challenge, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $250 to $1K · 5 to 10 hours a week · Online
Dopamine Detox and Financial Awareness Workshops
Workshops designed to help participants understand their spending triggers and develop healthier financial habits through dopamine detox strategies.
Source: The Side Hustle Show, 660: How to Stop Spending Money, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $250 to $1K · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online and local
Virtual Chess Coaching for Global Audience
This business offers virtual chess coaching sessions to students around the world, connecting them with expert coaches via online platforms.
Source: The Side Hustle Show, From $17/hr to 6-Figure Side Hustle (Greatest Hits), aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $250 to $1K · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online
Multi-List Collaborative Promotion Service
A service facilitating collaborations between brands to promote products through shared access to multiple email lists and audiences.
Source: Startup Ideas Podcast, Why 2,500 Subscribers Is All You Need For $1M, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $250 to $1K · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online
Professional Pet Waste Removal Service
A service dedicated to cleaning up pet waste in residential yards and public spaces.
Source: The Side Hustle Show, The Sweaty Startup: How to Start a Local Service Business (Greatest Hits), aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $250 to $1K · 10 to 20 hours a week · Local
Home Utilities Expense Eraser via Self-Publishing
A service that teaches individuals how to monetize their expertise through self-publishing to cover utility expenses.
Source: The Side Hustle Show, The Side Hustle Snowball: How to “Erase” Your Expenses with Extra Income Streams (Greatest Hits), aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $250 to $1K · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online
Dividend Stock Portfolio Management Service
A service that helps individuals build dividend-paying stock portfolios to cover monthly expenses.
Source: The Side Hustle Show, The Side Hustle Snowball: How to “Erase” Your Expenses with Extra Income Streams (Greatest Hits), aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $250 to $1K · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online
Online Personal Training for Real Estate Agents
A specialized online personal training program targeting high-performing real estate professionals.
Source: Koerner Office, Q&A: Is Passive Income a Lie? Fake Private Jet Studio, Advice for 2025 & More⏐Ep. #109, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $250 to $1K · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online
Virtual Home Studio Design Consulting
This business offers virtual consultations to help clients design professional home studios for video conferencing, podcasting, or content creation.
Source: The Side Hustle Show, 643: 10 Creative Side Hustles That Make Real Money, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $250 to $1K · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online
Pay-What-You-Want Poetry Service
This business involves offering personalized poetry written on-site for customers, where they can dictate topics and pay what they feel the poem is worth.
Source: The Side Hustle Show, 643: 10 Creative Side Hustles That Make Real Money, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: under $250 · 5 to 10 hours a week · Local
Creative Parenting Workshop Series
Workshops designed for new parents to provide creative strategies for engaging with their children during the early developmental stages.
Source: My First Million, Q&A: Gut punches, favorite guests, plus advice for life, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $1K to $10K · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online and local
Bookkeeping Subscriptions for DIY Business Owners
A subscription service offering office hours where business owners can ask bookkeeping questions and receive guidance while managing their finances.
Source: The Side Hustle Show, $70 an Hour from Home? How to Start a Bookkeeping Side Hustle (Greatest Hits), aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $250 to $1K · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online
DIY Pumpkin Decorating Kits for Families
This business provides DIY kits that include pumpkins, decorating supplies, and instructional guides for families to create their own porch displays.
Source: Koerner Office, Porch Pumpkin Profits: Behind the Scenes with the Industry’s Founder. Ep #073, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $1K to $10K · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online
Niche Audience Engagement Workshops
Workshops that teach businesses how to effectively engage with niche audiences through tailored content strategies and communication techniques.
Source: Startup Ideas Podcast, How to write viral tweets with the man who beat the X algorithm, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $250 to $1K · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online
TEDx Speaker Coaching Program
A coaching program that prepares individuals to become TEDx speakers, guiding them through the application and presentation processes.
Source: The Side Hustle Show, 628: TEDx Revisited: The 3 C's of Side Hustle Happiness (10 Years Later), aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $250 to $1K · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online
DIY Shelf Plans and Course Creation
Develop and sell detailed DIY plans and an online course for building custom shelves, targeting hobbyists and entrepreneurs looking for side income.
Source: Koerner Office, How to Start a 6 Figure Side Hustle Exclusively on FB Marketplace. Ep #055, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $250 to $1K · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online
Local Influencer-Driven Newsletter Agency
This business involves partnering with regional influencers to create and manage localized newsletters that aggregate news and insights tailored to their specific community.
Source: Koerner Office, How to Build a Business around a Lifetime Warranty Offer. HoldCo Bros are Back! #050, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $250 to $1K · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online
Influencer Partnership for Tesla Newsletter Launch
This startup idea involves partnering with an influencer in the Tesla community to create a newsletter that provides weekly news and insights about Tesla and its stock.
Source: Koerner Office, How to Build a Business around a Lifetime Warranty Offer. HoldCo Bros are Back! #050, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $250 to $1K · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online
AI-Generated Thumbnails for YouTube Videos
A service that automatically creates eye-catching thumbnails for YouTube videos using AI to analyze successful designs and trends.
Source: The Side Hustle Show, 621: How to Make Money on YouTube with AI Video Tools, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $1K to $10K · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online
Voiceover AI Service for YouTube Channels
An AI-driven service that provides high-quality voiceovers for YouTube videos, allowing creators to easily add narration without needing a professional voice actor.
Source: The Side Hustle Show, 621: How to Make Money on YouTube with AI Video Tools, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $1K to $10K · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online
Pet Interaction Service for Travelers
A service that allows travelers to pay a small fee to interact with local pets while on vacation, providing companionship and entertainment.
Source: Koerner Office, Roasting and Grading 9 of Your Business Ideas! Ep. #032, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $250 to $1K · 10 to 20 hours a week · Local
Magnetic Eyeglass Case for Organized Travel
A compact magnetic eyeglass case that keeps multiple pairs of glasses organized and easily accessible while traveling.
Source: Koerner Office, Q&A: Reverse engineer any Shopify store, developing new products and more! Ep. #030, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $10K to $20K · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online
Monetization Agency for Social Media Creators
A business that helps social media creators identify and implement effective monetization strategies beyond merchandise sales.
Source: Koerner Office, How to skip the line and build a $1M business in a week. Ep. #027, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $250 to $1K · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online
Smart Gardening Assistant App
An app that uses AI to provide personalized gardening advice, plant care reminders, and pest management tips based on user input and local climate data.
Source: My First Million, He Turned $300/mo Into $3,750,000/mo From GARDENING, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $1K to $10K · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online
Local Seed and Plant Exchange Platform
An online marketplace where local gardeners can exchange seeds and plants, promoting biodiversity and sustainable gardening practices within communities.
Source: My First Million, He Turned $300/mo Into $3,750,000/mo From GARDENING, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $1K to $10K · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online
Interactive Storytelling Workshops
Organize interactive workshops that teach storytelling techniques through real-time feedback and collaboration among participants.
Source: My First Million, How To Master Storytelling, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $1K to $10K · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online and local
Cold Outreach Optimization Service for Professionals
A consulting service that helps professionals craft effective cold outreach messages to connect with potential mentors and collaborators in their industry.
Source: Startup Ideas Podcast, How to meet anyone you want, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: under $250 · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online
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