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A production by and for veterans to learn how to help one another task a bite out of veteran suicide. We take with veterans about their service, things they would have done different, and what advice they would give their younger self. We also highlight community resources for veterans and provide an opportunity to connect veterans with community projects to help seniors and children.
Ed Bejarana: Welcome to the
Veterans Club, a production for
and by veterans and first
responders. Each week we gather
as a community to share stories,
laugh, and build friendships
that can stand the test of time.
Together, we can help prevent
veteran suicide. One cup of
coffee at a time. What is the
side hustle? How veterans can
turn hobbies into income to pay
their Veterans Club community?
Let's chat about a little
something called a side hustle.
You might have heard the term
tossed around. But what exactly
is a side hustle? And how can it
help us veterans combat those
pesky extra costs that seemed to
pop up with inflation? Grab your
favorite beverage settle in and
let's dive into this together.
Okay, first off, what is the
side hustle? A side hustle is
like your trusty sidekick. It's
not your main gig, but it's
there to help you out when times
get tough. Essentially, a side
hustle is a way to make some
extra money on the side of your
main job or duty. The best part?
It's usually something you enjoy
doing. That's right. No need to
drag yourself through something
you dread just to earn a few
extra bucks. Turning hobbies
into income now let's talk about
the fun part. Turning your
hobbies into moneymakers. You've
spent years honing skills and
finding hobbies that make you
happy. Why not take those
activities and give them a
little money making twist? Here
are some steps to get you
started. First, identify your
hobby. First things first,
figure out which hobby you love
the most whether it's
woodworking painting, fixing up
old cars, gardening, or even
baking, pick the one that brings
you joy. Second, yes, the
waters. Start small. Share your
creations with friends and
family, gauge their reactions
and see if they'd be willing to
pay for your work. Sometimes,
what starts as a small favor can
turn into your first paying gig.
Third, get the word out. Once
you've got a few happy customers
spread the word. Social media is
great for this post photos of
your work. share stories about
your process and let people know
you're open for business. Don't
forget to ask for reviews and
referrals. Word of mouth is all
powerful for that your prices.
This can be tricky. You want to
make sure you're not under
charging for your time and
effort. But you also don't want
to scare potential customers
away. Do a bit of research to
see what others in your field
are charging and find a balance
that works for you. Best and
honestly most important, keep it
fun. Remember, the goal is to
make some extra money without
turning your beloved hobby into
a dreaded chore. Set boundaries
for yourself. Decide how many
hours a week you want to
dedicate to your side hustle and
stick to it. This way, you can
enjoy the process without
burning out some real life
veterans side hustles let's
let's look at some examples of
veterans who have successfully
turned their hobbies into income
generating activities.
Woodworking wonders Joe, a
retired Marine always had a
knack for woodworking. He
started making custom furniture
pieces for friends and before he
knew it, he had a full blown
business now, Joe spends his
weekends crafting beautiful
wooden pieces and earns a nice
side income. Gardening guru
Linda and Army vet found peace
in gardening. She started
offering her services to
neighbors helping them design
and maintain their gardens. Her
love for plants turned into a
thriving side hustle. And now
she's known as the go to garden
guru in her community. Baking
boss Sam and Air Force veteran
loved baking treats. He began
selling his cookies and cakes
that local farmers markets. His
passion for baking not only
brought him joy, but also a
steady stream of extra income.
Making money without losing joy.
The key to a successful side
hustle is finding that that
sweet spot where you're making
money without losing the joy
that your hobby brings. It's
about striking a balance and
setting realistic goals. Your
hobby should remain your happy
place, not a source of stress.
So fellow veterans, don't be
afraid to dip your toes into the
side hustle waters. Turn those
hobbies into income Gen reading
activities and give your
finances a little boost. Who
knows? You might just find a new
passion along the way. Yeah,
here's to making extra cash
while doing what we love without
losing our sanity, or our joy.
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friendly pick me up. Until next
time, stay veterans strong