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Your Weekly Recap #8

Your Weekly Recap #8

Here are 9 Nuggets that will make you 1% smarter today.

Did you know that the gig economy grew by 17.4% annually from 2021 to 2023? Projected to grow to $455 Billion in 2023! This growth is not just in traditional freelance roles but in diverse and niche areas, offering unique opportunities for those willing to explore less conventional paths to earning.

Bonjour 👋

Welcome to your weekly closure edition #8. There are no longer 7 pieces of content. It’s 9 now. Curated to make you 1% smarter every time you open this email.

Enjoy.

2 questions

What's one skill you wish you had that you believe would make a significant difference in your side hustle journey? How could you start learning or improving that skill in small steps daily?

What's one skill you wish you had that you believe would make a significant difference in your side hustle journey?

Let me know so I can craft content to help you. Click a random answer and drop your skill in the comment section that appears after.

1 Quote

"The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing."

Walt Disney.

Diving into another course or yet another newsletter is basically procrastination. Just start and pivot where needed. You’ll figure it out along the way.

1 Tweet (Twix?)

The single best tip I have for communicating more effectively:
After you’ve written a message, take a few seconds and just try to guess what their most likely issue, pushback, misunderstanding, or request for clarification is likely to be
Then add in a piece of info that… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…
— Tiago Forte (@fortelabs)
Feb 14, 2024

This will save you at least 30 hours of back-and-forth messaging. 👆

1 Tip

Validate your side hustle idea with minimal investment by creating a simple landing page that explains your product or service. Use free tools to set it up and share it on your social media or with friends to gauge interest. Pay attention to the questions and feedback you receive; it's invaluable for refining your concept before you fully commit. I’ve listed 4 free tools in the article below. 👇

0-Dollar Validation: 4 Free Tools To Transform Your Side Hustle Idea into Reality - Startup Library

1 Journal Prompt

Reflect on a moment today where you felt most energized or inspired. What were you doing, and how can you incorporate more of that energy into your side hustle? Consider the skills or passions that were being engaged and how they align with your entrepreneurial goals.

1 Challenge

Spend 15 minutes today researching a trend related to your side hustle or industry. Then, brainstorm how you could leverage this trend in a small way within your current strategy or offerings. This encourages staying current and innovative in your approach. Check out the following article for actionable tips: