Ep. 31 Side Gig Techniques You Can Totally Use

March 30, 2020
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On this episode of the Side Gig Central Podcast, Elena shares her conversation with Deanna Frances that was aired on the The Lean Into Curiosity Podcast this month.
During this episode you’ll learn:
- how to overcome the biggest challenges for people that are stuck in the “idea phase”
- how to pad your resume with your side gig
- how to leverage transferable skills from your side gig to gain more personal and professional development
PRESS PLAY on this episode to hear my conversation with Deanna all about effective side gig techniques!
Ep. 31 Timestamp
(0:40) What to expect from today’s episode
(4:15) My background and why I created the SGC podcast
(6:46) What to do when your side gig is stuck in the “idea phase”
(10:21) Working on a passion project or hobby vs. a side gig
(12:36) “Even if you’re not ready to move your side gig to the next level, and make it your full time thing, sometimes just pivoting to a new job that brings you more joy will help you move forward.”
(16:44) How to get some personal development mojo from your side gig
(18:28) “Leap with a parachute into the freelance economy”
(19:32) “Show up as yourself and you will attract the right audience at the right time.”
(19:57) My definition of “curiosity”
(21:34) “To find what lights you up, what makes you tick, you have to test, you have to pivot. Question things and move forward.”
(22:21) Don’t start a company for the wrong reasons. Do it because you love solving problems.

