Starting a side hustle can be one of the most empowering decisions you’ll ever make. It’s your path to financial freedom, creative fulfillment, and building something that’s truly yours. But if you’re new to the side hustle world, it can also feel… a bit overwhelming. The good news? You’re not alone. Every successful entrepreneur started where you are now: unsure, nervous, and full of questions.
Let’s break down the five biggest pain points new side hustlers face—and more importantly, how to overcome them with confidence.
1. Not Knowing Where to Start
“I want to start something… but what?”
This is easily the #1 challenge for beginners. With so many options out there—selling digital products, starting an Etsy shop, affiliate marketing, coaching, tutoring, creating online courses—it’s hard to choose one path and commit.
Many people stay stuck in research mode. They scroll endlessly through TikTok, read dozens of blog posts, and keep buying courses but never start anything. Why? Because they don’t have clarity.
The Fix: You need a simple framework to guide you through the decision-making process. That’s where a side hustle quiz comes in.
Inside The Side Hustle Starter Kit™, you’ll find a built-in quiz that helps match your personality, time availability, skills, and goals with the best beginner-friendly side hustle ideas. Whether you’re creative, analytical, techy, or people-oriented, the quiz is designed to give you direction.
Instead of guessing what might work, the quiz helps you:
- Discover what kind of side hustle fits your lifestyle
- Avoid overwhelm by narrowing your focus
- Take action faster because you know exactly where to begin
No more spinning your wheels. Just clear steps tailored to YOU.
2. Fear of Failure and Imposter Syndrome
“What if I fail? Who am I to do this?”
Fear is real. Many people fear being judged, wasting time or money, or simply not being “good enough.” Imposter syndrome creeps in with thoughts like:
- “No one will buy from me.”
- “I don’t know enough.”
- “There are already so many others doing this better than I can.”
The Fix: The truth is, no one starts as an expert. Every six-figure coach, successful Etsy seller, and top freelancer started at square one. Confidence is built through taking small steps and learning along the way.
Start by embracing the idea that your first version doesn’t have to be perfect. You don’t need to have it all figured out to begin. What matters is showing up.
Inside the Side Hustle Starter Kit™, you’ll find motivational prompts, affirmations, and encouragement to help reframe failure as feedback. Plus, you’ll learn how to start small and build as you grow.
Remember: You don’t need permission to go after your dreams.
3. Lack of Time or Energy
“I’m juggling work, kids, and life. How do I find time for this?”
Let’s be honest. If you’re working a 9-5 job or raising a family, your energy is already stretched. Starting a side hustle might feel like adding one more thing to your overflowing plate.
The Fix: The key is choosing a low-effort business model that fits your life. Not all side hustles require hours every day or a big time investment upfront.
The Side Hustle Starter Kit™ helps you:
- Identify business ideas that require less than 5 hours a week to get started
- Create a simple action plan you can follow during nap time, lunch breaks, or weekends
- Stay focused and avoid distractions by using productivity checklists
Plus, the kit breaks down business ideas into bite-sized tasks so you don’t feel overwhelmed. You’ll be surprised what you can accomplish in just 30 focused minutes a day!
4. Overwhelmed by Tech and Tools
“How do I set up a store? What platform do I use? What’s a landing page?”
Many beginners get stuck because they think they need to know how to code, use fancy tools, or be a graphic designer to get started. The reality? Most modern tools are incredibly beginner-friendly.
The Fix: Use what’s already been created for you. The Side Hustle Starter Kit™ includes a breakdown of beginner-friendly platforms (like Canva, Gumroad, Shopify, and Podia), along with templates and tutorials to walk you through the basics.
Instead of spending hours Googling, you get clear answers:
- Which platform to use (and why)
- How to set up a sales page in under 1 hour
- Where to find easy-to-use templates for logos, product pages, and more
With drag-and-drop tools and done-for-you resources, you can launch your first product without feeling like you need a degree in tech.
5. Not Knowing How to Get Sales
“Okay, I launched… now how do I actually make money?”
So many new entrepreneurs build something great, but it collects digital dust because they didn’t learn how to promote it.
Getting sales isn’t about being pushy or salesy. It’s about knowing how to attract the right audience and connect with them.
The Fix: The Side Hustle Starter Kit™ shows you exactly how to:
- Build your audience before you launch (so you have people ready to buy!)
- Use Pinterest and Instagram to drive free traffic to your offers
- Write compelling product descriptions and posts that convert
- Build an email list so you can nurture leads and turn them into buyers
Marketing doesn’t have to be scary. With a step-by-step plan, you’ll feel confident sharing what you created because you know it solves a problem for someone else.
Final Thoughts: You Don’t Need to Have it All Figured Out
Starting a side hustle doesn’t mean you need a perfect plan, tons of money, or loads of free time. What you really need is clarity, support, and a plan that works for YOU.
The Side Hustle Starter Kit™ is designed to give you exactly that:
- A personalized side hustle quiz to help you find your perfect match
- A simplified roadmap to help you launch in just 7 days
- Tools and templates so you can build fast, even as a beginner
- Encouragement and guidance every step of the way
You don’t have to do this alone. And you don’t have to stay stuck.
Take the guesswork out of starting your side hustle and start building your dream today.
Ready to get started? Grab your copy of The Side Hustle Starter Kit™ and take the quiz to discover your perfect hustle match.
Your future hustle is waiting. Let’s make it happen!