
Multiple Streams of Income, Side Hustles and a Bridesmaid for Hire with Jen Glantz
06/15/22 • 65 min
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#61: Entrepreneur and author, Jen Glantz joins Chris to talk about how placing an ad on Craigslist as a social experiment changed her life. They also discuss how to turn your passion and natural talents into your primary source of income, three ways to maximize success in your business, and lessons learned about grit, resilience, and confidence. Finally, drawing on her experience as a professional bridesmaid, Jen shares tips and advice about everything from planning a memorable wedding to writing the perfect speech.
Jen Glantz ( @jenglantz) is the founder of Bridesmaid For Hire, as well as a speaker, professional coach, podcast host and author. Her most recent book about trying to get married in a pandemic is Finally the Bride.
Full show notes at: https://allthehacks.com/side-hustle-jen-glantz
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Resources Mentioned
Connect with Jen Glantz: Instagram | Website
Jen’s Side Hustles:
- Podcast: You’re Not Getting Any Younger
- Blog
- Business: Bridesmaid For Hire
- Books: All My Friends Are Engaged | Always a Bridesmaid (for Hire): Stories on Growing Up, Looking for Love, and Walking Down the Aisle for Complete Strangers
- Newsletters: Odd Jobs | The First Years of Marriage | Finally the Bride
- Kickstarter Game: The Newlywed Card Game
Podcasts mentioned:
- The James Altucher Show: Make You a Millionaire! Jen Glantz EP01: You can't scale yourself! How to turn your knowledge into a million dollar!?
- You’re Not Getting Any Younger: EP 223: The 3 Best Life Hacks to Try (Chris Hutchins - All the Hacks)
Other Resources Mentioned:
- Idea List App: NotePD
- James Altucher's 10+ Ideas a Day
- Getting Press: Help A Reporter | Qwoted: Reporters, Find Journalistic Sources
- Williamsburg, Brooklyn, New York Recommendation: Joe's Pizza
Full Show Notes
(3:44) Jen's Genesis: Inaugural Blog and Opening Pathways
(4:42) Credibility Blueprint: Consistent Audience Engagement
(7:25) Craigslist Catalyst: Weekend of Life-Altering Change
(9:38) Bridesmaid for Hire: Roles and Hiring Profiles
(12:00) Bridesmaid Adventures: Lessons and Applicable Insights
(16:32) Wedding Prep Experts: Three Vital Consultants
(19:14) Side-Hustle Quest: Finding Your Niche
(21:10) Escaping Stagnation: Unblocking Creative Flow
(22:49) Pricing Formula: Navigating Service Valuation
(26:45) Success Amplifiers: Triad of Business Maximization
(30:49) From 9-to-5 to Passion Full-Time: Jen's Journey
(36:09) Jen on The James Altucher Show: Notable Appearance
(38:49) Kickstarter Launch Strategy: Bringing Your Product to Market
(41:19) Mentorship Insights: Varied Perspectives and Resilience
(46:41) QVC Audition Tale: Lessons fro...
#61: Entrepreneur and author, Jen Glantz joins Chris to talk about how placing an ad on Craigslist as a social experiment changed her life. They also discuss how to turn your passion and natural talents into your primary source of income, three ways to maximize success in your business, and lessons learned about grit, resilience, and confidence. Finally, drawing on her experience as a professional bridesmaid, Jen shares tips and advice about everything from planning a memorable wedding to writing the perfect speech.
Jen Glantz ( @jenglantz) is the founder of Bridesmaid For Hire, as well as a speaker, professional coach, podcast host and author. Her most recent book about trying to get married in a pandemic is Finally the Bride.
Full show notes at: https://allthehacks.com/side-hustle-jen-glantz
Partner Deals
Fabric: Affordable term life insurance for you and your family
Inside Tracker: 20% off personalized wellness & nutrition plans backed by science
For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals
Resources Mentioned
Connect with Jen Glantz: Instagram | Website
Jen’s Side Hustles:
- Podcast: You’re Not Getting Any Younger
- Blog
- Business: Bridesmaid For Hire
- Books: All My Friends Are Engaged | Always a Bridesmaid (for Hire): Stories on Growing Up, Looking for Love, and Walking Down the Aisle for Complete Strangers
- Newsletters: Odd Jobs | The First Years of Marriage | Finally the Bride
- Kickstarter Game: The Newlywed Card Game
Podcasts mentioned:
- The James Altucher Show: Make You a Millionaire! Jen Glantz EP01: You can't scale yourself! How to turn your knowledge into a million dollar!?
- You’re Not Getting Any Younger: EP 223: The 3 Best Life Hacks to Try (Chris Hutchins - All the Hacks)
Other Resources Mentioned:
- Idea List App: NotePD
- James Altucher's 10+ Ideas a Day
- Getting Press: Help A Reporter | Qwoted: Reporters, Find Journalistic Sources
- Williamsburg, Brooklyn, New York Recommendation: Joe's Pizza
Full Show Notes
(3:44) Jen's Genesis: Inaugural Blog and Opening Pathways
(4:42) Credibility Blueprint: Consistent Audience Engagement
(7:25) Craigslist Catalyst: Weekend of Life-Altering Change
(9:38) Bridesmaid for Hire: Roles and Hiring Profiles
(12:00) Bridesmaid Adventures: Lessons and Applicable Insights
(16:32) Wedding Prep Experts: Three Vital Consultants
(19:14) Side-Hustle Quest: Finding Your Niche
(21:10) Escaping Stagnation: Unblocking Creative Flow
(22:49) Pricing Formula: Navigating Service Valuation
(26:45) Success Amplifiers: Triad of Business Maximization
(30:49) From 9-to-5 to Passion Full-Time: Jen's Journey
(36:09) Jen on The James Altucher Show: Notable Appearance
(38:49) Kickstarter Launch Strategy: Bringing Your Product to Market
(41:19) Mentorship Insights: Varied Perspectives and Resilience
(46:41) QVC Audition Tale: Lessons fro...
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