The Side Gig Central Podcast
Business & Economics Podcasts
Whether you’ve been your own boss for awhile now or you’re thinking about dipping your toe into side gig territory, PRESS PLAY to hear your host, Elena Ciccotelli, and her guests share actionable strategies to help you win big with your side gig. Discover why thousands of side gig entrepreneurs have turned to Elena to help them generate more side income, make sense of the gig economy boom and how to turn a side hustle into cash. Ready to start or uplevel your side gig? You’re in the right place! @sidegig_central_podcast // sidegigcentral.com/podcast
Location:
United States
Description:
Whether you’ve been your own boss for awhile now or you’re thinking about dipping your toe into side gig territory, PRESS PLAY to hear your host, Elena Ciccotelli, and her guests share actionable strategies to help you win big with your side gig. Discover why thousands of side gig entrepreneurs have turned to Elena to help them generate more side income, make sense of the gig economy boom and how to turn a side hustle into cash. Ready to start or uplevel your side gig? You’re in the right place! @sidegig_central_podcast // sidegigcentral.com/podcast
Twitter:
@elena_sidegig
Language:
English
Contact:
856-287-8693
Email:
elena@sidegigcentral.com
Episodes
What They Don't Tell You About Side Gigs
8/15/2022
It's been *awhile* since my last episode, 4 months to be exact.. but I'm back! (and ready to throw some side gig goodness your way :)
My guest today is Sindy Warren, certified life and business coach, published author and Yogi. Sindy's mission is to help new entrepreneurs start and grow a successful (and profitable) side gig.
PRESS PLAY on this episode to learn why you should or *should not* throw in the towel on your side gig, how to build the foundation for a strong side gig sales...
Duration:00:17:31
Selling With Heart Not Hustle
4/4/2022
What happens when TWO sales coaches get behind the mic and talk shop for 20 minutes? You get a fast-paced, in your face, AMAZING podcast episode all about (you guessed it) SALES STRATEGY.
Natasha Hemmingway, my friend and fellow sales coach and speaker, is my guest today and her mission is to help you show up confidently and charge what you're worth.
PRESS PLAY on this episode to learn why you gotta "make the main thing, the main thing" in order to grow your bottom line this year ('cuz...
Duration:00:22:43
Top Actions to Start Making Real Money in Your Biz
2/14/2022
If you wake up in the morning thinking, "how am I going to bring CASH into my business TODAY?" you're in for a special treat.
Meet Bridget (aka Bridge) James Ling, Business and Manifestation Coach who specializes in helping entrepreneurs create a six figure coaching business.
PRESS PLAY on this episode to learn why small, calculated risks over time are the key to unlocking everything you want in your business (and your life!) how to combat the "I don't know what I don't know" struggle head...
Duration:00:16:14
Turn Buyer Stories Into Smart Sales Strategies
2/7/2022
Did I hear you say you wanna cut through the noise and get to what really matters to your clients and prospects? Good! 'Cuz today on the 100th EPISODE of The Side Gig Central Podcast, I'm gonna help you accomplish just that.
PRESS PLAY to find out what triggers people to buy services like yours and how to use the buying trigger technique to get in front of prospects sooner, find less crowded channels, create better messages and more helpful content and most importantly become top of mind...
Duration:00:10:18
Top Secrets to Instagram Growth
1/31/2022
Breaking news: YOU get to decide what "Instagram growth" means for your business. Why? Because *you* have to decide what your ultimate goal is for being on this app in the first place. No sense in getting all crazy about insights and metrics that have no bearing whatsoever on selling your offer (I'm looking at you follower count and Reel views!)
So to make sure you're not getting *too* lost in the IG sauce these days, I have my friend and fellow podcaster, Allison Scholes on the show to...
Duration:00:26:54
Stop "Should-ing" All Over Your Business
11/26/2021
If you've ever felt like you need to hit the fast forward button to quickly get through all of the *really* uncomfortable parts of your entrepreneurial journey, then you need to meet Jen.
Jen Fieldman is a business coach for women who helps service-based businesses navigate the entrepreneurial journey. And it just so happens, Jen has a powerful approach to prioritizing the things in your business that *actually* matter.
PRESS PLAY" to hear how to release what you think you *should* be...
Duration:00:19:30
How to Book Five-Figure Speaking Gigs
9/27/2021
Admit it. You’ve watched countless Ted Talks and thought “I could NEVER do that.” Wrong. You’re adorable, but you’re wrong. If you’ve got a skillset that helps people and you’re comfy cozy selling, you can totally give a rousing, motivating speech that’ll have the audience clapping wildly and chanting your name.
And today’s guest can show you how. Ashley Kirkwood is the owner of Speak Your Way to Cash where she helps service-based business owners land five-figure speaking gigs – from the...
Duration:00:16:37
Money Mindset Isn't "Woo”
8/30/2021
Let's be real: It doesn't matter how many times you redesign your offers, or raise your prices, or cross your fingers that your clients will buy more. If your money mindset isn't up to snuff – it. ain't. Happening. Even if you think money mindset is a little too "woo" for you, if your biz isn't making bank, it's worth entertaining the idea that your thoughts and beliefs can influence your actions and results.
And Ayana Campbell Smith is gonna help you make CENTS of it all! She's a debt-free...
Duration:00:18:22
How to Build Community and Live Your Wildest Dream
8/9/2021
What’s better than summer vibes, a sweet pinot, and some “Hell in a Bucket Hot Chicken?” Um, not too many things, but this episode comes *pretty* close!
Meet Desiree Bagnell, the owner of The Grateful Gourmet where her motto is “peace, love, and good food.” When corporate cutbacks unexpectedly propelled Desi into launching the Grateful Gourmet (a lifelong dream), she leaned into building an amazing (and extremely loyal) community to fire up her new business.
You’ll have to PRESS PLAY for...
Duration:00:22:33
This Is Your LinkedIn Permission Slip
7/26/2021
Calling all side gig entrepreneurs and solopreneurs: THIS episode is your permission slip. Permission granted to be yourself and share your knowledge (and your entrepreneurial journey) on LinkedIn (*gasp*) without feeling like you’ll “get caught”...ESPECIALLY if you’re currently in a corporate role.
My guest today, Britta Blanski, is a LinkedIn strategist who helps business owners maximize exposure, gain visibility, and generate leads on LinkedIn, and you are soooo gonna wanna hear what...
Duration:00:17:49
Disney Execs Have Side Hustles, Too
7/19/2021
This episode just hits differently. Like a Disney+ binge fest on a Wednesday night when you’re snuggling with your sweetie or a hilarious Baby Yoda GIF when you’re having a bad day. Yes, it's THAT good.
My guest today, Artin Nazarian, Disney exec, author, and entrepreneur, is about to give you *all* the feels while revealing the magic of balancing a side gig with your corporate career.
PRESS PLAY to learn what it's *really* like to be The Incredibles IRL, leading a double life as a Disney...
Duration:00:25:46
How to Kick Ass on Kickstarter
7/12/2021
Have you ever asked a friend or family member, "Err, hey, you wanna lend me some moolah for this really cool business idea I have?” Thankfully, you’ll never have to have ^^ that ^^ conversation with your friends or family (or beg strangers for startup cash...) ‘cuz KJ Blattenbauer is BACK on the show today and she's gonna show you how to ruthlessly execute a crowdfunding campaign.
KJ is the founder of pretty peptalks, a brand-new stationery line – 100% funded on Kickstarter.
PRESS PLAY on...
Duration:00:30:21
How to Use FOMO...Without Sounding Spammy
6/28/2021
When you start throwing around FOMO inducing phrases in your sales copy like, “Last chance!” “Hurry!” “Just 2 spots left!”...it can sometimes come across as spammy. Like forex bots inside your DM’s, spammy. And as you know, people generally don’t wanna feel like they’re being manipulated by spammy bots.
So, how can you upgrade your use of FOMO without sounding spammy? Simple.
PRESS PLAY on this episode to learn the three key ways you can upgrade your use of loss aversion (or FOMO) in your...
Duration:00:12:00
The Down and Dirty PR Episode
6/21/2021
Are you a solopreneur who wants media exposure this year? This episode is for you! I don’t know about you, but whenever I hear the words “publicist,” “PR,” or “public relations” I immediately visualize Samantha Jones from Sex and the City, running around NYC like a badass boss, getting her clients booked for red carpet appearances, planning the perfect photo op (and even turning hot waiters into movie stars). Just me? You too? *okay, phew*
Obviously, it’s unrealistic to think we can create...
Duration:00:19:46
Thought Leadership: It's Kind Of A Big Deal
6/14/2021
Have you ever felt like thought leadership should be left up to the "heavy hitters?" Like your opinion doesn't *really* matter? Or have you ever held back your opinion on a topic because you're afraid of making sweeping generalizations like, "60% of the time it works, every time," and getting called out on it?
Meet Cheryl Lau, a side hustle coach who helps entrepreneurs make a full time income on part time hours AND can help you get over your thought leadership fears.
PRESS PLAY to learn...
Duration:00:18:49
How to Keep Your Head Above Water When Personalizing Your Client Experience
6/7/2021
You don’t hafta be “steering the ship” 24/7 to deliver a phenomenal client experience. And you *definitely* don’t hafta drown in a sea of admin work just to personalize your service.
Luckily, I’ve got Amy Feierman on the show today to show us how it’s done. Amy is a client experience strategist who helps service-based solopreneurs develop the kind of solid client relationships that lead to loyal, repeat clients.
She’s even gonna throw you the life jacket you so desperately need (aka...
Duration:00:19:26
Stop The Random Acts of Marketing
5/31/2021
If you’re chasing every single lead even if they *may not* be a good fit for your business, you’re sliding down a slippery slope toward becoming a commoditized service provider (with your only differentiating factor being price – ekkk).
Luckily, I have Patty Dominguez on the show today to help us avoid being “just another”
Patty is the founder of Positioning to Profit and helps women entrepreneurs establish their Category of One status, *basically* making their competition...
Duration:00:13:53
Why You Need an Editor ASAP
5/17/2021
Tracie's back. Back again. Tracie's back. Tell a friend. My editor (and good friend!) Tracie Kendziora is back on the podcast today, and I'm over the moon excited to share her copy wisdom with you.
In case you haven't met her yet, Tracie is a copy coach and editor who helps online biz owners, coaches, and creatives write compelling copy.
And I know (from first-hand experience) that Tracie can help you be more consistent with your content, save you a boatload of time writing copy, and help...
Duration:00:16:39
The Fine Art of Not Feeling Salesy
5/3/2021
We gotta have the "are you feeling salesy" chat right now. Why? Because If you haven't landed a client in a while or things aren't going well in your business, you could be sabotaging yourself with the ol' "I hate selling because I feel salesy" excuse. So today, we're dishing out the tough love to help getcha outta your salesy funk.
Michelle Vroom, marketing coach and host of the Market Like a Boss Podcast is my guest today and she helps female solopreneurs attract dream clients.
PRESS...
Duration:00:15:30
The 5 Phase Sponsorship Sales Process
4/26/2021
So you wanna land a sponsorship with ? Well, what if I told you that today’s episode is gonna lay out the EXACT sales process you need (yes, it’s a sales process) to secure a corporate sponsorship for your event or podcast? You’d be all like, “Ugh, that sounds too good to be true,” right?
Jessica Chinyelu, corporate sponsorship strategist (extraordinaire) and my guest on today’s episode, is about to spill *all* the tea on how to get backed by the world’s biggest brands.
PRESS PLAY to learn...
Duration:00:19:23