More Than A Side Hustle

Hosted by Anthony & Jhanilka Hartzog

Business Entrepreneurship Education

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Aug 2026

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The More Than A Side Hustle help 9-5ers create more impact, influence and income outside their jobs. We want to share others who are successful, experts in their field, and individuals who have transformed their side hustles into MORE THAN A SIDE HUSTLE. This way you can get ideas to create MORE outside the job. Join us on this journey as we explore the ups and downs of entrepreneurship, and discover what it takes to turn your side hustle into more than just a hobby. Get ready to learn, grow, and take action towards making your dreams a reality.

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August 18, 2026Episode 1771 hr 10 min

7 Systems We Automated (Steal Them)

🔗 Try TidyTrack: https://tidytrack.io/ Most cleaning business owners don’t need MORE leads. They need better systems to handle the leads, customers, cleaners, and opportunities they already have. After building our cleaning business to over $3 million in revenue, we learned that the more the business grows, the harder it becomes to do everything manually. In this video, we’re breaking down 7 systems and automations cleaning business owners can use to save time, follow up faster, and stop letting money fall through the cracks. We cover: ✅ How to automatically follow up with missed calls ✅ Why speed-to-lead matters when a potential customer reaches out ✅ How to nurture leads who aren’t ready to book today ✅ How to automate your review process ✅ How to simplify booking and customer communication ✅ How to automate your hiring and applicant screening process ✅ How to build systems that allow your cleaning business to operate without you doing everything manually We’ll also take you behind the scenes of TidyTrack, the software we built specifically for cleaning business owners to manage leads, customers, cleaners, communication, bookings, hiring, and automations in one place. Register for the FREE Remote Cleaning Masterclass: https://www.cleaningbusinessmasterclass.com/?el=podcast 🌟 Don't forget to drop us a review to support us! Leave us A Review Follow us on Social Media: Instagram | Youtube | Facebook | Twitter Podcast Sponsor: If you are interested in a spot shoot us an email at info@thehartrimony.com

August 14, 2026Episode 17620 min

Are You Building Views Or Building Community

We celebrate hitting one million views on YouTube and get honest about what that milestone does and does not mean financially. We break down what actually makes YouTube worth it for entrepreneurs, and how to stay consistent without getting trapped by perfection, scripting, or burnout. • the real timeline behind nine plus years of uploads and inconsistency • YouTube ad revenue versus indirect income from community and trust • why long-form content takes more work than people expect • the hidden cost of vlogs including editing time and production effort • thumbnails, titles, and choosing the strategy that fits your personality • perfectionism, comparison, and how “1% better” can slow you down • scripts versus outlines and how to stay direct without sounding fake • what a repeatable day-in-the-life format could look like for busy parents • setting boundaries on topics so you do not invite unwanted debate you guys let us know. Let us know what you got. Register for the FREE Remote Cleaning Masterclass: https://www.cleaningbusinessmasterclass.com/?el=podcast 🌟 Don't forget to drop us a review to support us! Leave us A Review Follow us on Social Media: Instagram | Youtube | Facebook | Twitter Podcast Sponsor: If you are interested in a spot shoot us an email at info@thehartrimony.com

July 27, 2026Episode 17514 min

The Hiring Mistake That's Costing Business Owners Thousands

Thinking about hiring a virtual assistant or making your first hire? Watch this first. A friend recently asked me how to hire a virtual assistant. By the end of the conversation, we realized he didn't actually need one. The problem wasn't hiring. It was how he was spending his time. In this video, I break down the exact conversation we had, the questions every business owner should ask before hiring, and how to know if it's actually time to bring someone onto your team. If you're a cleaning business owner, entrepreneur, or small business owner looking to scale, this framework can save you thousands of dollars and help you make the right first hire. In this video, you'll learn: ✅ Why most business owners hire too early ✅ How to audit your time before hiring anyone ✅ The difference between busy work and revenue-generating work ✅ How to identify the best first role in your business ✅ Why your first hire should create more revenue, not just save time ✅ The biggest hiring mistake that keeps business owners stuck THE TRUTH: Hiring won't fix a broken business. Before you hire anyone, you need clarity on where your time creates the most value. Once you understand that, making your first hire becomes much easier. Register for the FREE Remote Cleaning Masterclass: https://www.cleaningbusinessmasterclass.com/?el=podcast 🌟 Don't forget to drop us a review to support us! Leave us A Review Follow us on Social Media: Instagram | Youtube | Facebook | Twitter Podcast Sponsor: If you are interested in a spot shoot us an email at info@thehartrimony.com

July 14, 2026Episode 17415 min

Stop Making These Four Early Mistakes

Register for the FREE Masterclass: https://www.cleaningbusinessmasterclass.com/?el=Youtube-new-owner-mistakes If you're starting a cleaning business, these are the four mistakes we see new owners make over and over again. After coaching thousands of cleaning business owners inside Cleaning Business University, we've noticed the same patterns. It's usually not a lack of information that's holding people back. It's how they apply it. In this video, Jhanilka breaks down the four biggest mistakes that slow new cleaning business owners down, and what you should do instead. In this video, you'll learn: ✅ Why skipping steps actually delays your progress ✅ The mindset shift that changes how you invest in marketing ✅ Why being too rigid can hold your business back ✅ How comparison steals momentum from new business owners ✅ What successful cleaning business owners focus on instead THE TRUTH: Building a successful cleaning business isn't about finding one more strategy. It's about avoiding the mistakes that keep most beginners stuck. 🔗 Tidy Track (Automate Your Cleaning Business): https://www.tidytrack.io/?el=YouTube-4mistakes ———————————— 🔥 RESOURCES WE CREATED FOR YOU! 📚 Get The Remote Cleaning Business Starter Kit: https://www.cleaningbusinessuniversity.com/starterkit?el=Youtube-4mistakes ———————————— SAY HI ON SOCIAL: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/Thehartrimony Twitter - https://twitter.com/Anthony_Hartzog TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@thehartrimony ———————————— Subscribe for more content from us! #thehartrimony #CleaningBusinessUniversity #cleaningbusiness #cleaningbusinesstips #startacleaningbusiness #smallbusiness #entrepreneurship #sidehustle #businessowner #remotecleaning Register for the FREE Remote Cleaning Masterclass: https://www.cleaningbusinessmasterclass.com/?el=podcast 🌟 Don't forget to drop us a review to support us! Leave us A Review Follow us on Social Media: Instagram | Youtube | Facebook | Twitter Podcast Sponsor: If you are interested in a spot shoot us an email at info@thehartrimony.com

June 9, 2026Episode 17329 min

Ten Years In Business And Marriage

We've been married 10 years, built a cleaning business from zero, launched CBU with no product, and watched our students do over $21 million in revenue. Here's what we actually learned. In this video, you'll learn: ✅ Why we started a cleaning business one year into marriage (and why Jhanilka said no) ✅ The IG Live moment that accidentally launched Cleaning Business University ✅ The biggest obstacle in business that never goes away — no matter how big you get ✅ How to build a business that runs without your hustle (systems vs. grind) ✅ What 10 years of showing up online actually produces THE TRUTH: None of this was planned. We started with a wedding hashtag, moved to a city we didn't know, and figured it out as we went. If you're waiting for the perfect moment — this video is for you. Register for the FREE Remote Cleaning Masterclass: https://www.cleaningbusinessmasterclass.com/?el=podcast 🌟 Don't forget to drop us a review to support us! Leave us A Review Follow us on Social Media: Instagram | Youtube | Facebook | Twitter Podcast Sponsor: If you are interested in a spot shoot us an email at info@thehartrimony.com

May 7, 2026Episode 17237 min

The One Thing Holding You Back From Starting (It's Not What You Think)

You've done all this research. You've watched the testimonials. You've read the reviews. And you still can't pull the trigger. That's not a information problem — that's a faith problem. In this video, you'll discover: ✅ Why knowing too much is actually what's keeping you stuck ✅ The childlike faith concept that changes how you approach starting anything ✅ The real reason your fear of failure isn't yours — it was handed to you ✅ What Alani ice skating taught us about overthinking and just going for it ✅ Why "what if it doesn't work" is the wrong question to be asking THE TRUTH: You don't have a research problem. You have a starting problem. And the fix isn't more information — it's less fear. Register for the FREE Remote Cleaning Masterclass: https://www.cleaningbusinessmasterclass.com/?el=podcast 🌟 Don't forget to drop us a review to support us! Leave us A Review Follow us on Social Media: Instagram | Youtube | Facebook | Twitter Podcast Sponsor: If you are interested in a spot shoot us an email at info@thehartrimony.com

April 27, 2026Episode 17116 min

How To Find Cleaning Clients Fast (Remote Cleaning Business)

Most cleaning businesses struggle to find clients — but it doesn't have to be that way. We built a $3M+ remote cleaning business and helped thousands of people reach $5-10K/month. Here's exactly how we get clients consistently. In this episode, you'll learn : ✅ How to get your first client within 24 hours ✅ The free platforms that already have clients ready to book ✅ How one client paid us $60K (and how she found us) ✅ Why Google Local Services Ads are 90-95% of our lead generation ✅ The partnership strategy that turns other businesses into your sales team ✅ How to build reviews that make clients choose you over everyone else THE TRUTH: You don't need cold calling, a big budget, or a huge following to sign cleaning clients. You need the right systems in the right places. Register for the FREE Remote Cleaning Masterclass: https://www.cleaningbusinessmasterclass.com/?el=podcast 🌟 Don't forget to drop us a review to support us! Leave us A Review Follow us on Social Media: Instagram | Youtube | Facebook | Twitter Podcast Sponsor: If you are interested in a spot shoot us an email at info@thehartrimony.com

March 10, 2026Episode 17039 min

How to Start a Side Hustle Without Quitting Your 9-5 (Step-by-Step Guide)

Building a business or side hustle while keeping a full-time job is one of the safest ways to create financial freedom. In this video, we break down how side hustles helped generate additional income, pay off six-figure debt, and eventually lead to building a scalable remote business. In this video you’ll discover: ✅ How to build a business while still working your 9-to-5 ✅ The side hustles that helped generate extra income and pay down $114K in debt ✅ How to choose a side hustle based on skills, demand, and schedule ✅ The simple business foundation you need before trying to scale ✅ Time management strategies that allow you to build a business after work ✅ Signs your side hustle may be ready to replace your job Whether you’re looking to start a side hustle, create additional income streams, or eventually transition out of your job, this breakdown shows a realistic path that doesn’t require quitting your job first. Register for the FREE Remote Cleaning Masterclass: https://www.cleaningbusinessmasterclass.com/?el=podcast 🌟 Don't forget to drop us a review to support us! Leave us A Review Follow us on Social Media: Instagram | Youtube | Facebook | Twitter Podcast Sponsor: If you are interested in a spot shoot us an email at info@thehartrimony.com

March 6, 2026Episode 16914 min

How AI Runs Our $3M Cleaning Business (In 1 Hour a Week)

Check out Tidy Track: https://tidytrack.io Book a Demo Call: https://tidytrack.io/book-demo Running a cleaning business shouldn't mean being glued to your phone 24/7. Most cleaning business owners are juggling 5-7 different apps just to keep up—Launch27 for bookings, Grasshopper for calls, Calendly for scheduling, Mailchimp for emails... the list goes on. That's over $200/month in tools that don't even talk to each other. In this episode, I'm showing you the exact system we use to run our $3M cleaning business in about 1 hour per week—without missing calls, losing leads, or chasing clients for payment. Register for the FREE Remote Cleaning Masterclass: https://www.cleaningbusinessmasterclass.com/?el=podcast 🌟 Don't forget to drop us a review to support us! Leave us A Review Follow us on Social Media: Instagram | Youtube | Facebook | Twitter Podcast Sponsor: If you are interested in a spot shoot us an email at info@thehartrimony.com

February 24, 2026Episode 1687 min

I Decided To Take Myself Seriously And Show Up (Jhanilka Solo Ep)

We share a candid shift from knowing to doing, moving from coasting to intentional action in content creation and personal goals. We map clear steps, debate coaching vs DIY, and commit to routines that treat this work like a real job. • setting 2025–2026 goals and naming the gap between desire and action • redefining seriousness as intentionality with consequences • weighing DIY learning against hiring a coach for clarity • choosing presentation as strategy to stop the scroll • building a weekly system with schedule and pillars • tracking meaningful signals over vanity metrics • faith, community impact, and keeping promises to self • public commitment to show up consistently Follow along with me on this journey as I continue to show up for myself, for you guys, and grow with intentionality Register for the FREE Remote Cleaning Masterclass: https://www.cleaningbusinessmasterclass.com/?el=podcast 🌟 Don't forget to drop us a review to support us! Leave us A Review Follow us on Social Media: Instagram | Youtube | Facebook | Twitter Podcast Sponsor: If you are interested in a spot shoot us an email at info@thehartrimony.com