649: This Firefighter’s Side Hustle Grew to $1M in Sales

Episode 649,   Jan 02, 10:00 AM

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Some of the best ideas are born out of necessity.
Mike Ettenberg decided to solve a common problem among first responders - scratched and broken sunglasses.
Mike's sunglasses side hustle, Frontline Optics, has grown year over year and become his main business now.
In this episode, you'll learn:

How to find small manufacturers to create your products

How social media and social ads have played a big part in business growth

When to walk away from your day job and go all in on your side hustle

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Some of the best ideas are born out of necessity.

Mike Ettenberg decided to solve a common problem among first responders - scratched and broken sunglasses.

Mike's sunglasses side hustle, Frontline Optics, has grown year over year and become his main business now.

In this episode, you'll learn:

  • How to find small manufacturers to create your products
  • How social media and social ads have played a big part in business growth
  • When to walk away from your day job and go all in on your side hustle


New to the Show? Get your personalized money-making playlist here!

Sponsors:

  • Mint Mobile — Cut your wireless bill to $15 a month!
  • Airbnb — Discover how much your home could be worth!
  • OpenPhone — Get 20% off of your first 6 months!
  • Gusto — Get 3 months free of the leading payroll, benefits, and HR provider for modern small businesses!