Side Hustle GROWTH

Hosted by Christen N. James | Carnbee Creative Media™

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Sep 2026

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Heya Heya Heya Friend, Welcome to the Side Hustle GROWTH Podcast! THE ultimate destination for ambitious women juggling full-time jobs and side hustles, who are READY to turn their passion projects into profitable businesses. Hosted by Christen N. James (CJ) - a Certified Life Skills Coach, Master Mindset Coach, and Creator of the Shine to FIVE™ Method, this podcast equips you with the tools, Mindset shifts, and strategies to quit the 9to5 and embrace entrepreneurship with CONFIDENCE. In this Side Hustle podcast, my mission is simple: help you step into your Power, overcome self-doubt, and design a life where you go from having a boss to BEING THE BOSS. With years of experience coaching women who dream of freedom and flexibility, I have helped hundreds of side hustlers stop “throwing spaghetti at the wall” and instead build businesses that work for them. Her holistic approach - rooted in Emotions, Mindset, and Strategy - means she’ll meet you where you are while showing you the steps to where you want to go. With her real talk, compassionate coaching, and signature 3D Exit Strategy™ (DEDICATE, DECIDE, DEPART), I give you the clarity and tools to transform your life. Here’s what sets THIS Podcast apart: ✨ Real-Life Business Lessons: Learn practical tips to earn extra cash, build systems, and embrace a money mindset. ✨Women-Centered Conversations: Episodes tailored to the challenges women face balancing a full-time job and growing a second income. ✨Holistic Approach: With me, it’s not just about the hustle - it’s about your emotions, mindset, and self-care. ✨Diverse Topics: From passive income strategies and simple marketing tips to accountability hacks and time freedom, there’s something for everyone. ✨Inspiring Stories: Hear from my guests - entrepreneurs and side hustlers who’ve been where you are and found success. New episodes drop every Thursday, filled with actionable insights and stories to inspire your journey. There's a mix of solo episodes with CJ keeping it real and candid, plus interviews with Side Hustle pros and Small Business owners. Popular Topics: How to build a second income without Burning Out Passive income ideas for busy professionals Time freedom through better Systems Shifting to a Six-Figure Mindset Overcoming fear of judgment, failure, or uncertainty. Listeners rave about my ✨energy, relatability, and practical advice✨. Whether you’re commuting to work, unwinding after a long day, or brainstorming your next business move, this podcast feels like a motivating chat with your Homegirl and Business Coach all rolled into one! Expect to feel: 💡 Inspired to take ACTION with practical steps you can implement immediately. 🧘🏽‍♀️ Grounded with a HOLISTIC approach that prioritizes your well-being. 🔥 Empowered to own your journey and create the life you TRULY want. Subscribe to the Side Hustle GROWTH Show for weekly episodes packed with tips, strategies, and motivation to help you SHINE and THRIVE. DON'T DO IT ALONE! Become part of a community of like-minded women who are chasing their dreams and building businesses they love. 👥 Check out the Side HustleHER Club https://www.sidehustleherclub.com to connect with other driven side hustlers, access exclusive resources, and level up together. For more tools, insights, and to learn more about CJ’s coaching, visit https://www.christennjames.com . Let’s SHINE and thrive together! Subscribe now and take the first step toward being YOUR OWN Boss!

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September 17, 2026Episode 24212 min

Why Having One Income is The Riskiest Financial Strategy.

Text Me, I'd LOVE to hear from YOU! For decades, we're been told that a "good job" is the safest path to financial security. But is depending entirely on one employer REALLY security? In this episode, CJ challenges the traditional idea of financial safety and explains why building a side hustle isn't necessarily about wanting to leave your 9to5 tomorrow. Sometimes, it's about creating options before you need them. She explores the difference between having a job and having financial resilience, why your skills may be more valuable than your job title, and why building another income stream can be one of the smartest things you do while you're still employed. This ISN'T a "quit your job" episode. It's a stop putting all your financial eggs in one basket conversation. Support the show Find out MORE about The Side HustleHER Club HERE __________ 🎧 Loved the episode? Take the next step with the Side Hustle Confidence Kit — FREE download to help you BOOST your Mindset, show up BOLDLY & build your exit plan. 💜 [ Grab it here ] _________ LET’S CONNECT! 🤝🏽 🌐 Visit my Website 🙌🏽 Book a 15-min ✨VIBE Check✨ 💬 Slide in my DM's on Instagram 👥 Let's be friends on LinkedIn 👩🏽‍🏫 Like & Follow my Facebook Page ➡️ Subscribe to my YouTube Channel 🫶🏽 Send some GOOD VIBEZ Stay Encouraged, my Friend - Have a Sparkling Day!

September 3, 2026Episode 2419 min

How to Disrupt the Norm as a Side Hustler.

Text Me, I'd LOVE to hear from YOU! Everyone is teaching the same side hustle strategies. Post every day. Follow the trends. Copy what's working. Build multiple income streams. But what if that's exactly why you're blending in? In this episode, CJ challenges the idea that success comes from doing what everyone else is doing. Instead, she shares why the women who build memorable, profitable businesses are the ones willing to think differently, show up differently, and build a business around their values, not the algorithm. If you've been trying to fit into the online business world instead of creating your own lane, this conversation is your permission to stop playing small. In this episode you'll learn: Why fitting in is costing you opportunities The difference between being visible and being memorable How to become known for your perspective - not just your services Five ways to disrupt the norm without chasing trends Why your biggest advantage is being more of yourself - not less Support the show Find out MORE about The Side HustleHER Club HERE __________ 🎧 Loved the episode? Take the next step with the Side Hustle Confidence Kit — FREE download to help you BOOST your Mindset, show up BOLDLY & build your exit plan. 💜 [ Grab it here ] _________ LET’S CONNECT! 🤝🏽 🌐 Visit my Website 🙌🏽 Book a 15-min ✨VIBE Check✨ 💬 Slide in my DM's on Instagram 👥 Let's be friends on LinkedIn 👩🏽‍🏫 Like & Follow my Facebook Page ➡️ Subscribe to my YouTube Channel 🫶🏽 Send some GOOD VIBEZ Stay Encouraged, my Friend - Have a Sparkling Day!

August 20, 2026Episode 24013 min

Forget Cookie-Cutter Side Hustle Advice, Here’s What Actually Works!

Text Me, I'd LOVE to hear from YOU! Most side hustle advice sounds good, but doesn’t actually work in real life. In this episode, I break down why outdated strategies are keeping women stuck and what to focus on instead to build sustainable, aligned income in 2026. What You’ll Learn Why burnout is often a strategy problem, not a discipline problem The difference between trendy income vs sustainable income How to build consistent income without a large audience Why alignment matters more than effort Support the show Find out MORE about The Side HustleHER Club HERE __________ 🎧 Loved the episode? Take the next step with the Side Hustle Confidence Kit — FREE download to help you BOOST your Mindset, show up BOLDLY & build your exit plan. 💜 [ Grab it here ] _________ LET’S CONNECT! 🤝🏽 🌐 Visit my Website 🙌🏽 Book a 15-min ✨VIBE Check✨ 💬 Slide in my DM's on Instagram 👥 Let's be friends on LinkedIn 👩🏽‍🏫 Like & Follow my Facebook Page ➡️ Subscribe to my YouTube Channel 🫶🏽 Send some GOOD VIBEZ Stay Encouraged, my Friend - Have a Sparkling Day!

August 6, 2026Episode 2398 min

You’re Not Lazy, Your Body Is Changing.

Text Me, I'd LOVE to hear from YOU! Have you been feeling off lately? Low energy. Struggling to focus. Second-guessing your discipline. And wondering… what changed? In this short episode, I open up about how perimenopause has impacted my productivity, motivation, and identity as an entrepreneur. This conversation isn’t clinical, just real. More women are finally speaking up about what they’re experiencing, and it’s time we talk about how it actually affects the way we work and build. In this episode: Why your productivity might feel different right now The moment I realized it wasn’t laziness—it was my body changing How to adapt your side hustle strategy to your current capacity Why we need to normalize these conversations in business spaces If you’ve been feeling lost, confused, or “not like yourself”… this episode will help you make sense of it. CHAPTERS 0:00 Intro music 1:05 Welcome + why this conversation matters 2:05 What I started noticing 3:30 The realization ("OMG... it's perimenopause.") 5:10 Why this impacts your business 6:45 What I'm shifting 8:00 Big sister truth 8:50 Closing Support the show Find out MORE about The Side HustleHER Club HERE __________ 🎧 Loved the episode? Take the next step with the Side Hustle Confidence Kit — FREE download to help you BOOST your Mindset, show up BOLDLY & build your exit plan. 💜 [ Grab it here ] _________ LET’S CONNECT! 🤝🏽 🌐 Visit my Website 🙌🏽 Book a 15-min ✨VIBE Check✨ 💬 Slide in my DM's on Instagram 👥 Let's be friends on LinkedIn 👩🏽‍🏫 Like & Follow my Facebook Page ➡️ Subscribe to my YouTube Channel 🫶🏽 Send some GOOD VIBEZ Stay Encouraged, my Friend - Have a Sparkling Day!

April 16, 2026Episode 23818 min

The ULTIMATE Side Hustle Guide for 2026.

Text Me, I'd LOVE to hear from YOU! Side hustles in 2026 are not what they used to be. This is not a list of random ideas or “just start something” advice. This is a real conversation for women building side hustles in real life, while working, managing responsibilities, and navigating burnout. In this episode, I break down: What side hustles are actually profitable right now Which ones are overrated (and why) The side hustles women quietly walk away from How to choose a side hustle that fits your life and capacity If you’ve been feeling pressure to “figure it out” but nothing seems to stick… This episode will help you move differently. CHAPTERS 0:00 Intro music 1:05 Welcome + update 2:10 The side hustle reality check 4:40 Most profitable side hustles 7:20 Most unique side hustles 10:00 Most popular side hustles 12:20 Most abandoned side hustles 14:40 My real side hustles 16:40 How to choose the right side hustle 17:50 Closing Support the show Find out MORE about The Side HustleHER Club HERE __________ 🎧 Loved the episode? Take the next step with the Side Hustle Confidence Kit — FREE download to help you BOOST your Mindset, show up BOLDLY & build your exit plan. 💜 [ Grab it here ] _________ LET’S CONNECT! 🤝🏽 🌐 Visit my Website 🙌🏽 Book a 15-min ✨VIBE Check✨ 💬 Slide in my DM's on Instagram 👥 Let's be friends on LinkedIn 👩🏽‍🏫 Like & Follow my Facebook Page ➡️ Subscribe to my YouTube Channel 🫶🏽 Send some GOOD VIBEZ Stay Encouraged, my Friend - Have a Sparkling Day!

December 18, 2025Episode 23717 min

Year-End Reset for Side Hustlers Who Want REAL Growth.

Text Me, I'd LOVE to hear from YOU! Ready to start the new year with confidence, clarity, and unstoppable momentum? This final episode of the year walks you step-by-step through the emotional, mindset, and strategy reset every side hustling 9to5 woman needs. Inside this episode you’ll learn how to: ✨ Release the overwhelm of the past year ✨ Identify the REAL blocks that kept you stuck ✨ Celebrate the small wins that boosted your growth ✨ Choose ONE big goal that drives your success ✨ Build a simple, doable plan that fits your 9to5 life ✨ Shift your mindset to support consistency ✨ Step into the new year confident and prepared If you’re tired of starting every year unsure, unfocused, or feeling behind, this episode gives you the structure to finally break that cycle. This is YOUR year to feel powerful, prepared and unstoppable! Support the show Find out MORE about The Side HustleHER Club HERE __________ 🎧 Loved the episode? Take the next step with the Side Hustle Confidence Kit — FREE download to help you BOOST your Mindset, show up BOLDLY & build your exit plan. 💜 [ Grab it here ] _________ LET’S CONNECT! 🤝🏽 🌐 Visit my Website 🙌🏽 Book a 15-min ✨VIBE Check✨ 💬 Slide in my DM's on Instagram 👥 Let's be friends on LinkedIn 👩🏽‍🏫 Like & Follow my Facebook Page ➡️ Subscribe to my YouTube Channel 🫶🏽 Send some GOOD VIBEZ Stay Encouraged, my Friend - Have a Sparkling Day!

November 28, 2025Episode 23613 min

The Secrets Successful Side Hustlers NEVER Share.

Text Me, I'd LOVE to hear from YOU! In this episode, I’m lifting the curtain on what truly separates women who grow their side hustles… from the ones who stay stuck. I’m sharing the real, unfiltered secrets successful side hustlers rarely talk about: clarity, consistency, community, habits, and energy management. If you’ve been feeling behind, unmotivated, or overwhelmed, this episode will help you reset your mindset, reconnect to your goals, and take your next step into the new year with confidence. Come listen, take notes, and get back into momentum! Chapters 1:20 Introduction to Side Hustle Secrets 2:40 The Messy Journey of Success 4:00 Taking Action over waiting for Clarity 6:00 The Power of Community & Support 7:30 Managing Energy, not Time 9:21 Building Habits over Relying on Motivation 10:46 Final Thoughts and Encouragement Support the show Find out MORE about The Side HustleHER Club HERE __________ 🎧 Loved the episode? Take the next step with the Side Hustle Confidence Kit — FREE download to help you BOOST your Mindset, show up BOLDLY & build your exit plan. 💜 [ Grab it here ] _________ LET’S CONNECT! 🤝🏽 🌐 Visit my Website 🙌🏽 Book a 15-min ✨VIBE Check✨ 💬 Slide in my DM's on Instagram 👥 Let's be friends on LinkedIn 👩🏽‍🏫 Like & Follow my Facebook Page ➡️ Subscribe to my YouTube Channel 🫶🏽 Send some GOOD VIBEZ Stay Encouraged, my Friend - Have a Sparkling Day!

November 20, 2025Episode 23512 min

The Ultimate Holiday Sales Plan for Busy Side Hustle Women.

Text Me, I'd LOVE to hear from YOU! In this episode, I’m walking you through exactly how to prep your holiday sales early so you’re not stressed, scrambling, or missing out on the biggest money-making season of the year. If you’re balancing a 9to5 AND a side hustle, early prep is the way to go. I’ll break down the simple steps, messaging, timeline, and content plan that will help you sell with confidence this holiday season. Chapters 00:00 – Intro music 01:20 – Welcome 02:00 – Why holiday prep starts now 04:30 – Step 1: Clarify your offer 05:45 – Step 2: Build your holiday sales timeline 06:50 – Step 3: Batch your content 08:30 – Step 4: Make buying easy 09:00 – Step 5: Warm up your audience 10:00 – Final reflections + CTA Support the show Find out MORE about The Side HustleHER Club HERE __________ 🎧 Loved the episode? Take the next step with the Side Hustle Confidence Kit — FREE download to help you BOOST your Mindset, show up BOLDLY & build your exit plan. 💜 [ Grab it here ] _________ LET’S CONNECT! 🤝🏽 🌐 Visit my Website 🙌🏽 Book a 15-min ✨VIBE Check✨ 💬 Slide in my DM's on Instagram 👥 Let's be friends on LinkedIn 👩🏽‍🏫 Like & Follow my Facebook Page ➡️ Subscribe to my YouTube Channel 🫶🏽 Send some GOOD VIBEZ Stay Encouraged, my Friend - Have a Sparkling Day!

November 6, 2025Episode 23413 min

The Side Hustle Habits that Make or Break your Business.

Text Me, I'd LOVE to hear from YOU! If your side hustle feels stuck, inconsistent, or straight-up exhausting, then this episode is your wake-up call. I am breaking down the 5 habits that make or break your business so you can finally create structure (not stress). From consistency and discipline to following up like a boss and staying in community, you’ll learn how to build a business that thrives even when life gets busy. 🎯 You’ll Learn: How to stay consistent without burning out Why discipline > motivation every single time How to use reflection to work smarter, not harder The simple follow-up habit that turns conversations into clients Why community is your secret weapon for momentum If you’re ready to stop spinning your wheels and finally build a sustainable side hustle that actually grows — it starts with your habits. Support the show Find out MORE about The Side HustleHER Club HERE __________ 🎧 Loved the episode? Take the next step with the Side Hustle Confidence Kit — FREE download to help you BOOST your Mindset, show up BOLDLY & build your exit plan. 💜 [ Grab it here ] _________ LET’S CONNECT! 🤝🏽 🌐 Visit my Website 🙌🏽 Book a 15-min ✨VIBE Check✨ 💬 Slide in my DM's on Instagram 👥 Let's be friends on LinkedIn 👩🏽‍🏫 Like & Follow my Facebook Page ➡️ Subscribe to my YouTube Channel 🫶🏽 Send some GOOD VIBEZ Stay Encouraged, my Friend - Have a Sparkling Day!

October 30, 2025Episode 23319 min

5 Time Hacks Every Side Hustler Needs to Know.

Text Me, I'd LOVE to hear from YOU! Do you ever feel like there just aren’t enough hours in the day to juggle your 9to5, your side hustle, and everything in between? You’re not alone, sis, and today I’ve got you covered. In this episode, I’m breaking down practical time hacks for 9to5 women with side hustles, the same strategies I teach my clients inside the Side HustleHER Club to create more progress with less pressure. You’ll learn how to: ✨ Manage your energy, not just your schedule ✨ Align your focus with your goals (and not your guilt) ✨ Use my 3D Method — Do, Delay, Delegate — to work smarter, not harder ✨ Protect your “Power Hour” and stop multitasking your way into burnout ✨ Make rest part of your business strategy (because tired hustlers don’t win) It’s time to reclaim your time and work in flow, not chaos. CHAPTERS 00:00 – Welcome + Real Talk About Time Management 01:20 – Why You Don’t Need More Time, just Better Habits 02:20 – Busy vs. Productive: The Real Difference 03:12 – Manage Your Energy First, Then Your Time 04:50 – The 3D Time Hack: Do, Delay, Delegate 08:05 – Time Hack #1: Time Block Around Your Energy 08:30 – Time Hack #2: Protect Your Power Hour 09:44 – Time Hack #3: The “Next 3” Rule 10:15 – Time Hack #4: Batch, Automate, and Delegate 12:05 – Time Hack #5: Treat Rest as Strategy 12:53 - Setting Boundaries 14:30 – Recap + Invitation to the Side HustleHER Club Support the show Find out MORE about The Side HustleHER Club HERE __________ 🎧 Loved the episode? Take the next step with the Side Hustle Confidence Kit — FREE download to help you BOOST your Mindset, show up BOLDLY & build your exit plan. 💜 [ Grab it here ] _________ LET’S CONNECT! 🤝🏽 🌐 Visit my Website 🙌🏽 Book a 15-min ✨VIBE Check✨ 💬 Slide in my DM's on Instagram 👥 Let's be friends on LinkedIn 👩🏽‍🏫 Like & Follow my Facebook Page ➡️ Subscribe to my YouTube Channel 🫶🏽 Send some GOOD VIBEZ Stay Encouraged, my Friend - Have a Sparkling Day!

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