Angela Yee Shares How To Master The Art Of Side Hustling

1.Find Your Passion

Yee says that she's always been able to find a side hustle that she is incredibly passionate about. When thinking of a side hustle, caring about what you're doing will make a noticeable difference in your drive and determination. We've all had jobs that we dread going to, so why not make your side hustle something that you would do for free, something that you already love? Yee suggests:

"Your side hustle should be something that you really care about and are passionate about—that's what I've always managed to do and find."

2. Research, Research, Research

Once you've decided what direction you want to go in, make sure you do your research. It's very rare to come up with a completely original idea in today's market, but there is no one that can do it quite like you can. With proper research, you can see what the market might be missing, find ways to improve upon an existing model, and you can start to build a foundation based off of facts and numbers not just passion and sweat. Yee says:

"Do your research. Is there anyone else out there with the same idea or business model? How do you stand out or do it better? Being aware of what else is out there and differentiating yourself from the masses will help you succeed in the long run."

3.It’s A Marathon, Not A Sprint

Most entrepreneurs know that just because you have an idea doesn't mean that you can jump into business on day one. If you scroll long enough on you social media feed, people make entrepreneurship seem like a snap. But once you get into it, the reality of what it really takes will set in, but don't let it deter you. Angela says that setting realistic goals, in the beginning, will help you from wanting to quit before you start:

"Starting or growing a side hustle can be stressful when you think about everything that needs to happen to get it off the ground. Don't let that deter you from getting started or realizing the potential of what the company could be. Set realistic goals and prioritize."

4.Schedule It Out

Many people that have a successful side hustle also have a legitimate 9-to-5, too. It's what you do with those off hours that really counts. Yee says to schedule it out and stick to it in order to get your side hustle off the ground:

"Dedicate a certain amount of time per week to working on your side hustle. It can be as much or as little as you'd like. Figure out what works best for you and your schedule, and have the discipline to stay on track."

5.Punctuation & Professionalism Go Hand In Hand

When getting your hustle on, you have to connect with people through the written word, whether it's through fliers, social media, or email. Just like you would when applying to a regular job, Angela says that you need to make sure your grammar is always on point:

"It's amazing to me how many people can't even use the proper grammar, spelling, punctuation or any of that in a simple proposal or email. ... if you're trying to get a job, and you send a resume and there are all kinds of errors in it, then I'm thinking that you're being careless. With autocorrect, there's really no excuse."

6.You Don’t Have To Be A Workaholic

Yes, it will take hustle to get things going, but you don't need to run yourself into the ground to do it. You know the saying, work smarter and not harder. Yee says that hustle isn't about the busy work and rather it's about how you focus your energy and time. She says:

"Being an entrepreneur takes hustle. The problem is, many people think hustle is about becoming a workaholic. In reality, hustle is an act of focus. It's not about doing more, it's about concentrating on the things that you need to do, in order to move your business forward."

"In reality, hustle is an act of focus."

7. Have Tunnel Vision

There will always be someone who can't see your vision or thinks that your idea won't be successful. We have to use discernment when it comes to taking on the risk of starting a business, but you also have to have unwavering belief in yourself if you want to be successful. Giving up is not an option once you take the leap, and Yee believes you need to stick with it:

"Ignore the detractors and naysayers and, no matter how big or how small your goal, persevere and don't give up ... Not every idea will immediately take off. Stick with it and keep working hard, and you'll see the payoff soon enough."

Not only is she giving out great advice, she is also looking for the best side hustlers out there, too. Alongside Power 105.1 and the energy drink Amp Energy Organic, Angela is on "The Search for the Ultimate Side Hustlers". This is a search for the nation's five most unique side hustlers in these categories: art, beauty, fashion, food, or music.

Thanks for the great tips, Angela. The side hustle gang is definitely taking notes. To read more of Angela Yee's interview with The Glow Up, click here.