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    “I Turned My Hobby Into a Jobby. Now What?” (Listener Intervention)

    enJune 19, 2024

    Podcast Summary

    • Airbnb side hustleHosting on Airbnb can be an easy and profitable way to monetize what you already have, such as an empty home or spare room. Even those new to side hustles can get started with Airbnb's simple process.

      The speaker, who is a podcast host, author, and Airbnb host, emphasizes the ease and potential profit of monetizing what you already have through side hustles, specifically hosting on Airbnb. She shares her personal experience of using Airbnb to offset the cost of her travels and turn her empty home into an income source. The speaker also encourages those new to side hustles not to feel overwhelmed, as Airbnb makes it simple to get started. Additionally, she mentions the potential for hidden value in one's possessions, such as art or a spare room, and encourages exploring the possibility of turning hobbies into profitable ventures.

    • Testing the market for art pricingTesting the market's willingness to pay for art is crucial before setting prices. Use surveys or other methods to gauge potential customers' interest and willingness to pay.

      When it comes to pricing and selling art, testing the market is crucial. The speaker shares her experience with selling illustrated books on Amazon and the success they've had with it. However, when faced with selling original paintings, she admits that they haven't tested the market's willingness to pay for them. The speaker emphasizes the importance of testing the market before setting prices, using the example of Airbnb's founders who tested their business idea before fully committing to it. She suggests using surveys or other methods to gauge potential customers' interest and willingness to pay for the art. Overall, the key takeaway is that testing the market is an essential step in setting prices and selling art or any product for that matter.

    • Market research pricingUsing various methods like surveys, social media, in-person testing, and LinkedIn Jobs can help businesses validate their product or service pricing effectively and efficiently.

      Validating the price point of a product or service through market research is crucial for business success. This can be done through various means, such as surveys, social media, or even in-person testing. The speaker shared her experience of using SurveyMonkey to gather data on how much people would pay for her financial class and was surprised by the results. She also mentioned the story of Innocent Drinks testing their product at a music festival and using a simple yes or no question to gauge potential interest. These methods can help businesses save money while still gathering valuable information. Another tool mentioned was LinkedIn Jobs, which can help businesses find qualified candidates who might not be actively looking for a new job. Overall, it's essential to be creative and resourceful when it comes to market research and validation.

    • Marketing strategiesEffectively engage audience, gather consumer insights through surveys, test pricing, use analytics and advertising, and consider NFTs as a monetization method

      Effective marketing involves engaging with your audience and incentivizing feedback to build your brand and understand your market. This can be achieved through various means, such as offering free trials or surveys in exchange for valuable information. Surveys have been a proven method for businesses to gather consumer insights and refine their offerings. In the early stages of marketing artwork, it's essential to test the market and potentially adjust pricing based on demand. Utilizing analytics and advertising can help determine the cost of acquiring a customer and the overall worth of your marketing efforts. Companies that appear to be struggling can benefit from reevaluating their marketing strategies and testing consumer feedback to potentially revive their business. Additionally, the trend of Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) has emerged as a potential avenue for artists to explore and monetize their digital work.

    • NFT market exploration, character-driven projectsTesting the waters in NFT market, even without a large following or celebrity backing, could lead to financial success. Engage audience for pricing strategies and monetize underutilized assets.

      Exploring the NFT market, specifically for character-driven projects, could be a worthwhile endeavor. Even without a large following or celebrity backing, testing the waters through experimentation could potentially lead to financial success. Another valuable tip is to avoid guessing pricing strategies for your offerings and instead, engage with your audience to determine what they're willing to pay. Lastly, consider monetizing underutilized assets, such as your home, by hosting on Airbnb. By doing so, you can turn what you already own into an income-generating opportunity. Overall, the key takeaways are to test, engage, and monetize.

    • Airbnb hosting benefitsHosting on Airbnb can earn extra income, meet new people, potentially increase home value, and is a straightforward process with significant potential earnings

      Hosting a property on Airbnb can be a profitable opportunity for homeowners. The discussion highlighted the potential benefits of becoming an Airbnb host, such as earning extra income, meeting new people, and potentially increasing the value of one's home. The process is straightforward, and anyone can do it. The speaker even emphasized that if they could do it, anyone could. The potential earnings were also mentioned as a significant incentive, with the implication that a home might be worth more than one realizes. To explore this opportunity further, the speaker recommended visiting Airbnb.com/host for more information. Overall, the conversation emphasized the potential financial and social rewards of hosting on Airbnb.

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