Reader survey, plus earn from hosting events & personal shopping

In the time since we’ve last published this newsletter, a lot has changed in the world. We have a new president of the United States, an explosion of AI tools and platforms, and there are now 64 million Americans — or 38% of the US workforce — performing freelance work (source).

And on top of that, we’ve crossed a milestone with this newsletter: there are now over 200,000 readers subscribed to Side Hustle Stack!

So we thought now would be a great time to learn more about you: your goals, skills, and challenges. More data about who you are will help us serve you better with tailored opportunities, guides, and resources. You can fill out our reader survey here — and we’ll randomly choose 5 respondents to receive $20 e-gift cards.

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Spotlight: Host virtual and in-person events with Luma

Luma is a platform for managing and hosting great events. Did you know that many event hosts on Luma started with a simple idea and no audience and are now earning thousands of dollars a month through paid events?

Some of the most interesting events we’ve seen include reading parties, board game nights, running groups, and events centered around other hobbies. There are many people hosting paid virtual events too, often to teach a skill or share exclusive content such as an interview with an expert.

Here are some ideas for how you can make money on Luma:

• Host events about your hobbies and interests. These are the easiest to get started and you will be surprised how many people are willing to join you. For example: are you passionate about gardening or cooking? Host an event sharing your tips or recipes!

• Are you an extrovert? Social events that help people make connections are popular too, whether professionally, interest or culture-based, for romance or simply meeting new friends.

• Check out Luma events & sign up to host events here: https://lu.ma/

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Spotlight: Run your own grocery delivery business with Dumpling

Dumpling is a platform that empowers individuals to establish and manage their own grocery delivery businesses, offering an alternative to traditional gig economy platforms. By providing tools such as personalized mobile apps, pre-funded credit cards, and business coaching, Dumpling enables personal shoppers to set their own rates, choose their clients, and operate with full autonomy. This approach has led to average earnings of over $50 per order, with tips exceeding 18% on average.

Many entrepreneurs have leveraged Dumpling to transition from gig work to successful business ownership. For instance, Kelli Vilchis, operating under the moniker ShopGirl OC, now earns between $3,000 and $5,000 a month as a personal shopper, enjoying the flexibility and control that comes with running her own business.

With thousands of small businesses across all 50 states, Dumpling fosters a community of personal shoppers dedicated to providing personalized and reliable services to their clients.

If you're seeking to take control of your career and build a profitable grocery delivery business, Dumpling offers the resources and support to help you succeed: https://dumpling.us/

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