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Hustling Sideways
Unexpected Opportunities
In this episode of Hustling Sideways, hosts Allen Halas and Jim Love discuss unexpected opportunities that have shaped their careers as side hustlers. Jim reflects on his journey to becoming a motivational speaker, while Allen shares his experiences with traveling for work in the music industry. They emphasize the importance of embracing opportunities and believing in oneself, encouraging listeners to pursue their passions and step into new experiences.Follow us:Allen HalasAllenHalas.comBreakingAndEntering.netThreads/Bluesky: @AllenHalasInstagram: @AllenHalasJim LoveGoAuthenticYou.comTwitter: @jim_m_loveInstagram: @jimm.loveHustling Sideways is a business podcast hosted by Milwaukee-based music writer Allen Halas and keynote and motivational speaker Jim Love. The two both at
2026-02-16
09 min
Hustling Sideways
Episode 116: Melissa Broughton of Busy Bee Advisors
In this episode of the Hustling Sideways podcast, hosts Allen Halas and Jim Love welcome Melissa Broughton, founder of Busy Bee Advisors and creator of One Hour Bookkeeper. Melissa shares her journey from a traditional accounting career to entrepreneurship, detailing the challenges she faced after quitting her job and the pivotal moments that led to the creation of her successful businesses. The conversation explores themes of resilience, the impact of COVID-19 on business, and the importance of finding clients that align with one's values. Melissa emphasizes the joy of helping others succeed and her vision for the future of...
2026-02-09
39 min
Hustling Sideways
Collaboration
You can't always go it alone, and today on Hustling Sideways, we're talking about exactly that. Allen and Jim discuss collaboration, and what they need to make it work on their end. Sometimes it's about who, and sometimes it's about when, but it needs to be mutually beneficial. How do you decide who to collaborate with?Follow us:Allen HalasAllenHalas.comBreakingAndEntering.netThreads/Bluesky: @AllenHalasInstagram: @AllenHalasJim LoveGoAuthenticYou.comTwitter: @jim_m_loveInstagram: @jimm.loveHustling Sideways is a business podcast hosted by Milwaukee-based music writer Allen Halas and keynote and motivational speaker Jim Love. The two both attended Marquette University, and now host the show to discuss the side hustles and passion projects of people that they meet, all while continuing to run their own side businesses. Every Monday, they're either interviewing a guest, or talking about the different aspects of business that side hustlers go through when balancing their 9-to-5 and their entrepreneurship endeavors. You can get the podcast wherever you download podcasts, as well as on our YouTube channel.
2026-02-02
08 min
Hustling Sideways
Episode 115: Cole Compton
Today on Hustling Sideways, we're talking to serial entrepreneur Cole Compton. Always someone interested in new ventures, Cole sits down with us to talk about his first business, creating and designing upcycled centerpieces throughout high school and college, before getting into his multi-faceted approach to entrepreneurship now. Between urban farming and finding his place in the entrepreneurship world, Cole always is looking for something to get him motivated to move forward.Follow us:Allen HalasAllenHalas.comBreakingAndEntering.netThreads/Bluesky: @AllenHalasInstagram: @AllenHalasJim LoveGoAuthenticYou.comTwitter: @jim_m_loveInstagram: @jimm.loveHustling Sideways is a business podcast hosted by Milwaukee-based music writer Allen Halas and keynote and motivational spea
2026-01-26
39 min
Hustling Sideways
Pregame Soundtrack
Whether you're about to put on an event, speak to students, or just start the work day, you have to have the right soundtrack. That's what we're talking about today on Hustling Sideways. Jim tells us about the song he uses to fire him up to go speak to students (and almost gets hurt in the process), and Allen tells you about the music he listens to in order to get the energy to put on an event. What's on your pregame soundtrack?Follow us:Allen HalasAllenHalas.comBreakingAndEntering.netThreads/Bluesky: @AllenHalas...
2026-01-19
08 min
Hustling Sideways
Episode 114: Brad Steckart of Sit By Me
Today on Hustling Sideways, we're talking to a Milwaukee entrepreneur who is looking to rethink how we strike up conversations. Brad Steckart is the mind behind Sit By Me, an app that utilizes locations to foster new conversations. Brad talks about having the idea for the app, how it works, and how they've taken steps to ensure safety as it continues to grow as well. You can find out more about Sit By Me at SitByMe.coFollow us:Allen HalasAllenHalas.comBreakingAndEntering.netThreads/Bluesky: @AllenHalasInstagram: @AllenHalasJim LoveGoAuthenticYou.comTwitter: @jim_m_love...
2026-01-12
40 min
Hustling Sideways
One Word for 2026
It's a new year on Hustling Sideways! Every year, in lieu of a New Year's Resolution, both Jim and Allen pick one word to focus on for the year. It's an exercise that has kept them on point in their side hustles, and it's also one that led to the start of the podcast in a roundabout way. We also discuss how far the pod has grown in 2026, and how they did on their word of the year from last year, too. What's your one word for 2026?Follow us:Allen HalasAllenHalas.comBreakingAndEntering.netThreads/Bluesky: @AllenHalas...
2026-01-05
30 min
Hustling Sideways
Episode 113: Joe Bush of Joe Bush Coaching
In this episode of Hustling Sideways, Allen Halas and Jim Love sit down with Joe Bush, a leadership coach who's transforming how schools, organizations, and teams develop their leaders. Joe shares his unique journey through the coaching world and reveals the powerful connection between identity, ownership, and authentic leadership behavior.From high school hallways to college campuses, corporate boardrooms to athletic sidelines, Joe has worked with diverse groups to help them discover what it means to truly lead. He breaks down his approach to building sustainable leadership cultures and explains why traditional leadership development often misses the...
2025-12-29
38 min
Hustling Sideways
Most Challenging Gigs
Sometimes, it just doesn't go your way. That's what we're talking about this week on Hustling Sideways. Allen and Jim talk about their most challenging gigs, both as a speaker and concert promoter. Everything from no-shows to last-minute changes can and will happen, and the guys talk about their necessity to adjust on the fly. How have you just had to "make it happen" with your side hustle?Follow us:Allen HalasAllenHalas.comBreakingAndEntering.netThreads/Bluesky: @AllenHalasInstagram: @AllenHalasJim LoveGoAuthenticYou.comTwitter: @jim_m_loveInstagram: @jimm.loveHustling Sideways is a business podcast hosted by Milwaukee-based music writer Allen Halas and ke
2025-12-22
11 min
Hustling Sideways
Episode 112 - Ceaneh Alexis
On this episode of Hustling Sideways, we sit down with Ceaneh Alexis, founder of Catapult and a workforce, talent, and technology advisor who has taken a bold leap from corporate leadership into entrepreneurship.The conversation dives into the realities of entrepreneurship: setting a 12-month runway, learning to attract the right clients instead of chasing every opportunity, navigating the mental shift from employee to business owner, and embracing authenticity over perfection. Ceaneh also discusses building in public, the importance of representation, and why “all money isn’t good money.”Plus, Ceaneh makes an exclusive announcement about her up...
2025-12-15
34 min
Hustling Sideways
Q&A with Travis Diener
In today's Hustling Sideways bonus, we have a Q&A session with Travis Diener, who visited the podcast for a live episode on the campus at Marquette University with the 707 Hub. Follow us:Allen HalasAllenHalas.comBreakingAndEntering.netThreads/Bluesky: @AllenHalasInstagram: @AllenHalasJim LoveGoAuthenticYou.comTwitter: @jim_m_loveInstagram: @jimm.loveHustling Sideways is a business podcast hosted by Milwaukee-based music writer Allen Halas and keynote and motivational speaker Jim Love. The two both attended Marquette University, and now host the show to discuss the side hustles and passion projects of people that they meet, all while continuing to run their own side businesses. Every Monday, they're either interviewing a guest, or talking about the different aspects of business that side hustlers go through when balancing their 9-to-5 and their entrepreneurship endeavors. You can get the podcast wherever you download podcasts, as well as on our YouTube channel.
2025-12-08
05 min
Hustling Sideways
Hustling Sideways Live with Travis Diener at the Marquette 707 Hub
In this special live episode of Hustling Sideways, hosts Allen Halas and Jim Love sit down with Marquette basketball legend Travis Diener at the 707 Hub on Marquette University’s campus. From buzzer-beaters in the Bradley Center to battles overseas, Travis shares stories from his days on the court and what life looked like after the final whistle.Now helping with Marquette’s NIL efforts, Travis talks through the changing landscape of college athletics and how he’s working to ensure student-athletes are compensated for their talents. He also dives into the business mindset that guided his post-playing career...
2025-12-01
37 min
Hustling Sideways
Unnecessary Purchases
Ever bought something for your side hustle that seemed essential at the time, only to realize it was completely unnecessary? In this episode of Hustling Sideways, hosts Allen Halas and Jim Love get brutally honest about their most regrettable purchases.Allen confesses to having a room full of tech gadgets, backup microphones, and an entire bag of audio converters that rarely see the light of day. He also reveals his bad habit of signing up for software trials and forgetting to cancel them before getting charged. Jim shares the story of a lapel mic that disappeared into...
2025-11-24
09 min
Hustling Sideways
Episode 111 - Coate, Powers, and Josh of The Argo
This week on Hustling Sideways, we sit down with the trio bringing new life to a Whitefish Bay landmark. Coate, Powers, and Josh are the minds behind The Argo, an ambitious new music venue, restaurant, and bar taking shape in the beloved former Fox-Bay Theater.The conversation dives deep into the origin story of The Argo, and how a shared vision helped transform a historic space into a community gathering place that will celebrate live music and the community. They walk through the journey of acquiring the Fox-Bay Theater location, the challenges and excitement of adaptive reuse, a...
2025-11-17
40 min
Hustling Sideways
Out of the Zone
This week on Hustling Sideways, Allen Halas and Jim Love get real about the inevitable slumps that hit every side hustler. We've all been there—staring at the screen, unable to find that creative spark, or watching productivity flatline despite our best intentions. The guys open up about their own struggles with losing momentum, sharing the honest (and sometimes hilarious) ways they've tried to snap out of it. Allen and Jim explore practical strategies that have actually worked when motivation runs dry. Whether you're grinding on your passion project or building your empire one evening at a time, this ep...
2025-11-10
07 min
Hustling Sideways
Episode 110 Check In
Welcome back to Hustling Sideways! We've hit another milestone—Episode 110—which means it's time for one of our favorite traditions: the check-in episode. Hosts Jim Love and Allen Halas are pulling back the curtain to talk about where the podcast is heading, how their side hustles are evolving, and what they've learned over the last ten episodes. They'll also dive into their recent live recordings at Marquette University, sharing behind-the-scenes stories and reflections on what it's like to take the show on the road. Plus, Jim and Allen catch up on some significant life developments that have been shaping thei...
2025-11-03
31 min
Hustling Sideways
Being In The Zone
In this episode of Hustling Sideways, Jim Love and Allen Halas dive deep into what it really means to be "in the zone"—that elusive flow state where work feels effortless and productivity soars. They explore how finding their rhythm looks different for each of them, whether they're grinding through their work week or putting energy into their side hustles. Jim and Allen share honest, practical insights about recognizing when you're firing on all cylinders versus when you're just going through the motions. If you've ever wondered how to create more of those magical moments where everything clicks, or wh...
2025-10-27
07 min
Hustling Sideways
Episode 109: Joe Mindak of Nolodex and author of "Connectors Get Paid"
In this episode of the Hustling Sideways Podcast, we welcome Joe Mindak, co-founder of Nolodex and author of "Connectors Get Paid," to discuss his entrepreneurial journey from running a printing business with his father to building a revolutionary networking platform. Joe shares how he accidentally discovered a lucrative side hustle by earning commissions, simply from connecting people in his network, which led him to create Nolodex—a software platform that enables 550+ B2B companies to monetize their professional networks through structured referral fees. He explains the philosophy behind "Connectors Get Paid," emphasizing that people who make valuable bu...
2025-10-20
34 min
Hustling Sideways
Episode 108: Julia Graybill of Pitch A Friend Milwaukee
In this episode of Hustling Sideways, hosts Jim Love and Allen Halas welcome Julia Graybill, the Milwaukee Chapter Host of Pitch a Friend, to discuss her unique role in reviving the art of in-person connection. A Wisconsin native and dedicated Bucks season ticket holder, Julia shares how she transformed from an enthusiastic attendee of Milwaukee's Pitch a Friend events to the leader after the previous host stepped down. The concept is refreshingly simple: friends create presentations to pitch their single friends to a live audience at local bars and breweries, offering an alternative to the exhausting world...
2025-10-06
31 min
Hustling Sideways
Stress Management
In this episode of the Hustling Sideways Podcast, hosts Allen Halas and Jim Love dive deep into stress management techniques for entrepreneurs and side hustle professionals. Recorded during particularly stressful times - with Jim expecting a baby and Allen preparing for a major block party event - the duo shares authentic, practical strategies for managing entrepreneurial stress.Perfect For:Entrepreneurs struggling with work-life balanceSide hustlers managing multiple projects and responsibilitiesSmall business owners dealing with event planning and project management stressAnyone seeking practical stress management techniques from experienced professionalsFollow...
2025-09-29
08 min
Hustling Sideways
Episode 107: Author Margaret Beeler
This week on Hustling Sideways, we're joined by Margaret Beeler, a fiction writer who has turned her side hustle into her full-time occupation. Margaret began crafting her first novel at just 12 years old and saw it through to publication by 19—a testament to her dedication and storytelling instincts. But writing is just one facet of her creative empire. With several books currently in development and a venture into the cocktail and mocktail industry, Margaret embodies the entrepreneurial spirit that drives our show. In this episode, she opens up about her journey, the challenges of being a young published author, an...
2025-09-15
28 min
Hustling Sideways
Remote Work Environment
Ever since the COVID-19 pandemic, our daily work lives have been drastically different. For the Hustling Sideways guys, though, that also means that their side hustle work lives have been different as well. This week on Hustling Sideways, we're talking about our remote work environments, and what we have to have around us in order to be successful. Both Jim and Allen have drastically different settings that they thrive in. What do you need around you when you're working outside of the office?Follow us:Allen HalasAllenHalas.comBreakingAndEntering.netThreads/Bluesk...
2025-09-08
08 min
Hustling Sideways
Revising Your Personal Brand
Change is the only constant, and if you're not evolving, you're stuck. That's what we're talking about this week on Hustling Sideways; evolving your personal brand as you grow as a person. For both Jim and Allen, that means adapting your lifestyle in the present and working that into the brand that you've built for yourself. How does your personal brand evolve over time?Follow us:Allen HalasAllenHalas.comBreakingAndEntering.netThreads/Bluesky: @AllenHalasInstagram: @AllenHalasJim LoveGoAuthenticYou.comTwitter: @jim_m_loveInstagram: @jimm.loveHustling Sideways is a business podc...
2025-09-02
08 min
Hustling Sideways
Episode 106: Nyesha Stone of Carvd N Stone
Everyone could use a bit of positive news sometimes. Fortunately, this week's guest on Hustling Sideways is all about that! This week, we talk to Nyesha Stone, founder of Carvd N Stone, a news outlet that specializes only in positive news. Nyesha talks about her background, discovering journalism, and founding Carvd N Stone out of frustration with the state of news media. You can find out more from her at CarvdNStone.com Follow us:Allen HalasAllenHalas.comBreakingAndEntering.netThreads/Bluesky: @AllenHalasInstagram: @AllenHalasJim LoveGoAuthenticYou.comTwitter: @jim_m_loveInstagram...
2025-08-18
34 min
Hustling Sideways
Doing More with Less
You well almost never have enough time, money, or resources to do the thing you want to. That's something that Allen learned years ago in college, and it's what we're talking about today on Hustling Sideways. That being said, Jim and Allen talk about where they have to work smarter and either balance budgets, or time, or the resources available to them in order to make their side hustles work. How do you do more with less?Follow us:Allen HalasAllenHalas.comBreakingAndEntering.netThreads/Bluesky: @AllenHalasInstagram: @AllenHalasJim LoveGoAuthen...
2025-08-11
09 min
Hustling Sideways
Episode 105: Sarah Ashley of Portal Copy Co.
Today on Hustling Sideways, Allen and Jim call out to Florida, to talk with Sarah Ashley of Portal Copy Co. Sarah discusses her background in computer science that eventually changed to writing, and how she got her start in college as a freelancer before launching her own copywriting business. You can find out more about Portal Copy Co. and their services at PortalCopyCo.com.Follow us:Allen HalasAllenHalas.comBreakingAndEntering.netThreads/Bluesky: @AllenHalasInstagram: @AllenHalasJim LoveGoAuthenticYou.comTwitter: @jim_m_loveInstagram: @jimm.loveHustling Sideways...
2025-08-04
30 min
Hustling Sideways
Using Your Expertise
Sometimes, your experience can pay off immensely for you. Today on Hustling Sideways, Allen and Jim talk about times where they felt the need to step in and provide their opinions on a situation, related to years and years of crafting their side hustle. It's all about how you handle these situations, as well, and both of the guys talk about how to walk that fine line between helpful and being a know-it-all. How do you approach having to step in creatively?Follow us:Allen HalasAllenHalas.comBreakingAndEntering.netT...
2025-07-28
09 min
Hustling Sideways
Episode 104 - Dr. Roger Wu and The Eye Drink
Today on Hustling Sideways, Allen and Jim make a call out to Los Angeles to talk to Dr. Roger Wu, an optometrist with more than two decades of helping the world see things more clearly. This also led to the creation of The Eye Drink, a mixture that Dr. Wu and his team have been developing to help prevent macular degeneration, which we experience from overexposure to things like our computer screens. Learn more about Dr. Wu and The Eye Drink at TheEyeDrink.comFollow us:Allen HalasAllenHalas.comBreakingAndEntering.netThreads/Bluesky: @AllenHalasInstagram: @AllenHalas...
2025-07-21
38 min
Hustling Sideways
Building Community
If you want your side hustle to be successful, you have to harness the power of being able to build a community. Today on Hustling Sideways, we're looking at what community means to Allen and Jim, whether that be with fellow speakers in Jim's case or with artists and promoters in Allen's world. What does community mean for you, and how do you go about building it?Follow us:Allen HalasAllenHalas.comBreakingAndEntering.netThreads/Bluesky: @AllenHalasInstagram: @AllenHalasJim LoveGoAuthenticYou.comTwitter: @jim_m_loveInstagram: @jimm.love
2025-07-14
10 min
Hustling Sideways
Episode 103: Brian Snow of Snowman Multimedia
A love for the game will triumph over all, and our guest this week is a prime example of that. Today, we're talking to Brian Snow, a play-by-play announcer currently based in Indiana, and the founder of Snowman Multimedia. Brian's spirit is infectious, and he talks about getting into the business of broadcasting high school and college sports by just trying things in college. That led to a career of calling games, as well as alternative play-by-play and the Snowman Multimedia network, which is live on YouTube six days a week: https://www.youtube.com/@SnowmanMultimedia
2025-07-07
42 min
Hustling Sideways
Shifting Perspective
If we've learned anything in our years of exploring side hustles, it's that your attitude and your perspective can change. For Jim, that means that his talk needs to evolve and become different depending on the audience. For Allen, it means taking a different approach to content creation and live events. How has your perspective changed over time with your side hustle?Follow us:Allen HalasAllenHalas.comBreakingAndEntering.netThreads/Bluesky: @AllenHalasInstagram: @AllenHalasJim LoveGoAuthenticYou.comTwitter: @jim_m_loveInstagram: @jimm.loveHustling Sideways is a business pod...
2025-06-30
08 min
Hustling Sideways
Episode 102: Evin O'Riordan
Today on Hustling Sideways, Allen and Jim talk to Evin O'Riordan, a singer and chef based in Glen Ellyn, Illinois. Evin tells us of his careers, beginning with his early days in kitchens in Ireland that ultimately lead him to high profile restaurant jobs, as well as a music career that started with fiddling around on a friend's guitar at their house. O'Riordan has traveled all over the U.S., and he discusses his current combination of performances and culinary gigs while in the suburbs of Chicago. You can keep up with Evin by following @EvinORiordan on Instagram.
2025-06-23
39 min
Hustling Sideways
Plan B
Welp.... Sh*t happens. When a scheduled guest falls through, Allen and Jim give you a bonus episode of Hustling Sideways, fittingly talking about having a backup plan. If there's something the two side hustlers know about, it's having a plan B when things don't work out as planned. How adaptable are you?Follow us:Allen HalasAllenHalas.comBreakingAndEntering.netThreads/Bluesky: @AllenHalasInstagram: @AllenHalasJim LoveGoAuthenticYou.comTwitter: @jim_m_loveInstagram: @jimm.loveHustling Sideways is a business podcast hosted by Milwaukee-based music writer Allen Halas and keynote and motivational speaker Ji...
2025-06-16
10 min
Hustling Sideways
Attitude Towards Adversity
This week on Hustling Sideways, we're talking about how you react when the going gets tough. Whether that means handling rejection emails for Jim, or shows that don't seem to work out in Allen's case, it's about how you respond to those situations that determines your next move. How do you respond when things aren't working out?Follow us:Allen HalasAllenHalas.comBreakingAndEntering.netThreads/Bluesky: @AllenHalasInstagram: @AllenHalasJim LoveGoAuthenticYou.comTwitter: @jim_m_loveInstagram: @jimm.loveHustling Sideways is a business podcast hosted by Milwaukee-based music writer Allen Halas and keynote and motivational speaker Jim Love. The two both att...
2025-06-09
08 min
Hustling Sideways
Q&A with Jen Lada of ESPN at Marquette University
Today on Hustling Sideways, we're giving you a bonus episode, as Jen Lada of ESPN answers questions from the students of Marquette University from our live episode at the 707 Hub. For even more, listen to our full interview, and check out the students' questions here.Thank you to the 707 Hub at Marquette University for sponsoring this episode. Learn more about the 707 Hub at 707Hub.orgFollow us:Allen HalasAllenHalas.comBreakingAndEntering.netThreads/Bluesky: @AllenHalasInstagram: @AllenHalasJim LoveGoAuthenticYou.comTwitter: @jim_m_loveInstagram: @jimm.love...
2025-06-02
16 min
Hustling Sideways
Hustling Sideways Live at Marquette University - Jen Lada of ESPN
Today on a very special Hustling Sideways live from the 707 Hub at Marquette University, ESPN reporter Jen Lada joins Allen and Jim for a talk about her career! From being told no early on, to continually looking to improve her game, Jen tells it like it is as she details the work that brought her up to the big leagues after graduating from Marquette. She also talks about managing her work on the radio at ESPN Milwaukee with college football season and College GameDay. You can find Jen Lada everywhere at @JenLada.Thank you to the 707 Hub...
2025-05-26
49 min
Hustling Sideways
Q&A with Djdade Denson
Today on Hustling Sideways, we're turning things over to the students of Marquette University for a special Q&A with Djdade Denson of Coffee Makes You Black and his many serial entrepreneur endeavors. For more, check out his episode from last week, and be sure to stay tuned for more from Hustling Sideways!Thank you to the 707 Hub at Marquette University for sponsoring this episode. Learn more about the 707 Hub at 707Hub.orgFollow us:Allen HalasAllenHalas.comBreakingAndEntering.netThreads/Bluesky: @AllenHalasInstagram: @AllenHalasJim...
2025-05-19
09 min
Hustling Sideways
Hustling Sideways Live at Marquette University - Djdade Denson
Today on Hustling Sideways, we're back at the 707 Hub on the campus of Marquette University to talk with Djdade Denson, who was integral to the growth of coffee shop Coffee Makes You Black, as well as a serial entrepreneur with multiple avenues, including an automated trading company in the works. Djdade talks about his background in the coffee shop, as well as taking that over, and the pressure of being a first-generation college student and the Brewed Ideas Challenge. Check it out in this episode! Thank you to the 707 Hub at Marquette University for sponsoring this episode...
2025-05-12
44 min
Hustling Sideways
Competition
This week on Hustling Sideways, Jim and Allen are sitting down virtually to talk about their views on competition. Specifically, the two talk about how their outlooks towards competitors in their fields have changed over time, and how their outlook tends to help them focus on themselves instead. How do you view other people that have the same side hustle as you?Follow us:Allen HalasAllenHalas.comBreakingAndEntering.netThreads/Bluesky: @AllenHalasInstagram: @AllenHalasJim LoveGoAuthenticYou.comTwitter: @jim_m_loveInstagram: @jimm.loveHustling Sideways is a business podcast hosted by Milwaukee-ba...
2025-05-05
09 min
Hustling Sideways
Hustling Sideways Live at Marquette University - Marleigh Petras
Today on Hustling Sideways, we're back at the 707 Hub on the campus of Marquette University for a live episode with social media manager Marleigh Petras. In addition to her current role with Marcus Hotels, Marleigh is also involved with several projects, including the MKE Dog Park and her own endeavor, Support Local MKE. Learn more about Marleigh's background, as well as how she manages her time from one project to the next, and how she networked her way from one opportunity to the next. You can connect with her on LinkedIn!Thank you to the 707 Hub at...
2025-04-28
33 min
Hustling Sideways
Good Week
Today on Hustling Sideways, we look at what a good week will look like for Allen and Jim. Both in their professional lives and their side hustles, there are benchmarks for the two that give a a sense of accomplishment when the week is done. What does a good week look like to you?Follow us:Allen HalasAllenHalas.comBreakingAndEntering.netThreads/Bluesky: @AllenHalasInstagram: @AllenHalasJim LoveGoAuthenticYou.comTwitter: @jim_m_loveInstagram: @jimm.loveHustling Sideways is a business podcast hosted...
2025-04-21
09 min
Hustling Sideways
Episode 101: Tom Dixon, Speech Language Pathologist
Today on Hustling Sideways, Jim and Allen are talking to Tom Dixon, who combines his sales experience with his background as a Speech Language Pathologist to create tools that are resources in the world of speech therapy. Designed to fill gaps in the needs of speech pathologists, Dixon has created items that are building blocks with the goal of ultimately helping people out.Follow us:Allen HalasAllenHalas.comBreakingAndEntering.netThreads/Bluesky: @AllenHalasInstagram: @AllenHalasJim LoveGoAuthenticYou.comTwitter: ...
2025-04-14
37 min
Hustling Sideways
Negotiation
Today on Hustling Sideways, Jim and Allen discuss something that they both admit they're not great at: negotiating. Whether it's finding the right price for a sponsored blog post or a video shoot, or determining the price of a keynote, both admit that they have needed to get better at valuing their worth over the years. How do you determine what your side hustle is worth?Follow us:Allen HalasAllenHalas.comBreakingAndEntering.netThreads/Bluesky: @AllenHalasInstagram: @AllenHalasJim LoveGoAuthenticYou.com...
2025-04-07
11 min
Hustling Sideways
Episode 100: Patrick Monahan of Marquette University's 707 Hub
It's a big day on Hustling Sideways! It's our 100th episode, and we're thrilled to welcome on Patrick Monahan of Marquette University's 707 Hub. In addition to talking about the growth of the podcast, Allen, Jim and Patrick talk about his non-linear path that ultimately led him back to his alma mater. You can find out more about the 707 Hub at 707Hub.orgFollow us:Allen HalasAllenHalas.comBreakingAndEntering.netThreads/Bluesky: @AllenHalasInstagram: @AllenHalasJim LoveGoAuthenticYou.comTwitter: @jim_m_loveInstagr...
2025-03-31
42 min
Hustling Sideways
Preparation
Today on Hustling Sideways, Jim and Allen talk about getting prepared, namely when it comes to the event world. For Jim, it's about his routine before he speaks to students at a school. Allen details what is essential for him to do before every concert. It comes down to having a set routine to feel comfortable, and deliver the best results overall. How do you make sure you're prepared?Follow us:Allen HalasAllenHalas.comBreakingAndEntering.netThreads/Bluesky: @AllenHalasInstagram: @AllenHalasJim Love
2025-03-24
10 min
Hustling Sideways
Episode 99 - Equestrian Rider Emma Calzavara
Today on Hustling Sideways, Jim and Allen aren't horsing around (or maybe they are?) as we talk to Emma Calzavara, a student and bartender, as well as an equestrian rider. Emma explains her history of growing up around horses and riding, her numerous injuries, balancing school and riding, and more. There's also an amazing bar story or two as well. Check it out!Follow us:Allen HalasAllenHalas.comBreakingAndEntering.netThreads/Bluesky: @AllenHalasInstagram: @AllenHalasJim LoveGoAuthenticYou.comTwitter: @jim_m_love
2025-03-17
43 min
Hustling Sideways
First Purchases
Today on Hustling Sideways, Jim and Allen discuss the first thing that they bought for their side hustle. Whether it's a piece of gear, or an item of clothing that means a lot to you, the first thing you buy for your side hustle is your first investment in your new venture. The two discuss a couple of things that they still use to this day. Follow us:Allen HalasAllenHalas.comBreakingAndEntering.netThreads/Bluesky: @AllenHalasInstagram: @AllenHalasJim Love...
2025-03-10
10 min
Hustling Sideways
Episode 98: Lee Allen aka Sidechopper
This week on Hustling Sideways, Jim and Allen talk to Lee Allen, aka Twitch streamer and gaming content creator Sidechopper. The three talk about how Lee got his start creating content of playing video games with his children, only for a popular streamer to make a video that would change his trajectory entirely. We also discuss making time for content creation, which can be a full time job in itself, as well as the parenting boundaries of having children involved in an online presence. You can find Sidechopper everywhere via his Linktree.Follow us:
2025-03-03
54 min
Hustling Sideways
Finding Your Lane
Today on Hustling Sideways, Allen and Jim discuss finding your lane - discovering what you do best and making the most of it. In both of their side hustles, they've discovered what is their specialties, and it's important to captialize on your strengths. What is your lane? Follow us: Allen Halas AllenHalas.com BreakingAndEntering.net Threads/Bluesky: @AllenHalas Instagram: @AllenHalas Jim Love GoAuthenticYou.com Twitter: @jim_m_love Instagram: @jimm.love Hustling Sideways is a business podcast hosted by Milwaukee-based music writer Allen Halas and keynote and motivational speaker Jim Love. The...
2025-02-24
09 min
Hustling Sideways
Episode 97 - Tammy Cho, Self Love and Authentic Leadership Specialist
This week on Hustling Sideways, Jim and Allen sit down with Tammy Cho, who is a face and body analysis expert, as well as a self love and authentic leadership specialist and podcast host. The three talk about Tammy's nursing background, her journey of self discovery, and how that ultimately led to her new calling. They also discuss her podcast, Authentic Leaders Rising, and how the different parts of the face and body correlate to communication. You can find everything that Tammy is up to at PathToTheHeart.com Follow us: Allen Halas AllenHalas.com BreakingAndEntering.net Threads...
2025-02-17
37 min
Hustling Sideways
Unexpected Skills
You never know where your side hustle will take you! Today on Hustling Sideways, we discuss just that, as both Jim and Allen think about skills that they never expected to have to develop until their side hustle brought them there. What is one skill that your side hustle forced you to develop? Follow us: Allen Halas AllenHalas.com BreakingAndEntering.net Threads/Bluesky: @AllenHalas Instagram: @AllenHalas Jim Love GoAuthenticYou.com Twitter: @jim_m_love Instagram: @jimm.love Hustling Sideways is a business podcast hosted by Milwaukee-based music writer Allen Halas and keynote...
2025-02-10
09 min
Hustling Sideways
Episode 96: Andy Hackbarth Returns
Today on Hustling Sideways, we have our first returning guest, as we talk to Andy Hackbarth, a musician and artist who currently resides in Colorado. Andy is currently renovating The Saguache Hotel, a building he had purchased just before the pandemic, with hopes of creating a multi-unit hotel and community space. Andy shares an update on how things are going, and how he is managing to make it all work. You can find him on Instagram at @AndyHackbarth Follow us: Allen Halas AllenHalas.com BreakingAndEntering.net Threads/Bluesky: @AllenHalas Instagram: @AllenHalas Jim Love GoAuthenticYou...
2025-02-03
42 min
Hustling Sideways
What Would You Do With $1,000?
Today on Hustling Sideways, Allen and Jim explore the hypotheticals. Let's say someone gave you $1000 that you had to use on your side hustle. What would you do? How would you spend it? See what the two have to say here. Follow us: Allen Halas AllenHalas.com BreakingAndEntering.net Threads/Bluesky: @AllenHalas Instagram: @AllenHalas Jim Love GoAuthenticYou.com Twitter: @jim_m_love Instagram: @jimm.love Hustling Sideways is a business podcast hosted by Milwaukee-based music writer Allen Halas and keynote and motivational speaker Jim Love. The two both attended Marquette University, and...
2025-01-27
08 min
Hustling Sideways
Episode 95: Andrei Greska of Paint Touches
Today on Hustling Sideways, Jim and Allen lean into their fandom of Marquette basketball, as they welcome on Andrei Greska, one of the founders of Paint Touches, a Marquette basketball blog. The three talk about the launch of Paint Touches, how it was embraced by Marquette fans via social media, and how it has evolved over time. You can check out Paint Touches at PaintTouches.com Follow us: Allen Halas AllenHalas.com BreakingAndEntering.net Threads/Bluesky: @AllenHalas Instagram: @AllenHalas Jim Love GoAuthenticYou.com Twitter: @jim_m_love Instagram: @jimm.love
2025-01-20
46 min
Hustling Sideways
One Word for 2025
It's a big day on Hustling Sideways today! Every year, in place of a New Year's resolution, Jim and Allen pick one word to focus on for 2025. Today, we're giving you are one word for the year, as well as how well we did on our previous year's word for 2024. You can do this too! Pick one word as a mantra for this year, focus on it, and tell us what it is! Happy New Year! Follow us: Allen Halas AllenHalas.com BreakingAndEntering.net Threads/Bluesky: @AllenHalas Instagram: @AllenHalas Jim Love GoAuthenticYou.com Twitter...
2025-01-13
09 min
Hustling Sideways
Episode 94: Charles Rose, Business Coach
This week on Hustling Sideways, Jim and Allen talk to Charles Rose, a professional and business coach that works primarily with founders and entrepreneurs. Charles got his start by developing a tech company in college that would ultimately be part of the dawn of e-commerce before selling to a major competitor. Since then, he has ultimately found a new calling, working with professionals and founders to coach them through the development of their businesses. You can find Charles online at CharlesRose.coach Follow us: Allen Halas AllenHalas.com BreakingAndEntering.net Threads/Bluesky: @AllenHalas Instagram: @AllenHalas ...
2025-01-06
34 min
Hustling Sideways
The Holiday Week
It's the holiday week on Hustling Sideways! Every year, the week between Christmas and New Year's Day seems to be a dead space for a lot of industries. A lot of people are off, but Jim and Allen talk about how they handle their side hustles and professional plans during this time of the year. Do you take the week off? Do you plan for the new year? How do you spend your holiday week? Happy Holidays from Hustling Sideways, and you'll see a lot more from us in the new year! Follow us: ...
2024-12-30
10 min
Hustling Sideways
Episode 93: Michelle Cox, Business and Leadership Coach
This week on Hustling Sideways, Jim and Allen sit down with Michelle Cox, a professional business and leadership coach. We discuss Michelle's history, beginning in sales and quickly advancing out of the telecommunications world into forming her own business. We also discuss the importance of business communication, her outlook as an entrepreneur, and much more. You can find Michelle online at MichelleLCox.com Follow us: Allen Halas AllenHalas.com BreakingAndEntering.net Threads/Bluesky: @AllenHalas Instagram: @AllenHalas Jim Love GoAuthenticYou.com Twitter: @jim_m_love Instagram: @jimm.love Hustling Sideways...
2024-12-23
42 min
Hustling Sideways
Starting A Podcast
Today on Hustling Sideways, we flip the script a little bit on our bonus episodes. Both Jim and Allen get asked often about how to start a podcast, or get pitched ideas on shows that people want to start. With a few years into the game, the guys offer some advice on getting a podcast going, and what it takes to feel successful doing a regular show. Are you starting a podcast in 2025? Follow us: Allen Halas AllenHalas.com BreakingAndEntering.net Threads/Bluesky: @AllenHalas Instagram: @AllenHalas Jim Love GoAuthenticYou.com Twitter: @jim_m_love Instagram: @jimm.love
2024-12-16
08 min
Hustling Sideways
Episode 92: Kevin Ziegler, Startup Founder and Coach, and CTO
This week on Hustling Sideways, Jim and Allen talk with Kevin Ziegler, a Milwaukee-based startup founder and coach, as well as an experienced CTO with several organizations previously. Kevin discusses being an early adopter to tech networking, as well as cloud computing, his comfort in the sometimes chaotic world of startup culture and more. You can find him online at KevinZiegler.com Follow us: Allen Halas AllenHalas.com BreakingAndEntering.net Threads/Bluesky: @AllenHalas Instagram: @AllenHalas Jim Love GoAuthenticYou.com Twitter: @jim_m_love Instagram: @jimm.love Hustling Sideways is a business podcast...
2024-12-09
41 min
Hustling Sideways
Scheduling
The world only seems to get busier with each passing year, and today on Hustling Sideways, we're talking all about the importance of scheduling. We're already balancing regular jobs and our side hustles, but Jim and Allen discuss how they've had to make things work when conflicts come up, and how their scheduling practice has evolved over the years. How do you keep track of it all? Follow us: Allen Halas AllenHalas.com BreakingAndEntering.net Threads/Bluesky: @AllenHalas Instagram: @AllenHalas Jim Love GoAuthenticYou.com Twitter: @jim_m_love Instagram: @jimm.love Hustling...
2024-12-02
09 min
Hustling Sideways
Telling Your Story
This week on Hustling Sideways, it's all about Allen and Jim (but like, more than usual.) This week we're talking about being authentic, and making sure that your personality and your background shine in your professional career and your side hustles. Both Jim and Allen know being authentically you is important - it's even the theme of Jim's side hustle. How do you stay true to yourself in your profession and business? Follow us: Allen Halas AllenHalas.com BreakingAndEntering.net Twitter: @AllenHalas Instagram: @AllenHalas Jim Love GoAuthenticYou.com Twitter: @jim_m_love Instagram: @jimmlove23
2024-08-26
09 min
Hustling Sideways
Unseen Challenges
This week on Hustling Sideways, Allen Halas and Jim Love get into the weeds on some of the things you don't see in their side hustles. While you may see Allen at music festivals all summer, or Jim at schools speaking to hundreds of students, there's a lot more that goes into that than you would know on the surface level. Deep dive with us on this week's episode. Follow us: Allen Halas AllenHalas.com BreakingAndEntering.net Twitter: @AllenHalas Instagram: @AllenHalas Jim Love GoAuthenticYou.com Twitter: @jim_m_love Instagram: @jimmlove23
2024-06-03
10 min
Hustling Sideways
Getting In Your Own Way
This week on Hustling Sideways, Allen Halas and Jim Love are admitting their missteps. Sometimes, for whatever reason it might be, entrepreneurs figure out how to get in their own way. Allen and Jim discuss the times that they've stopped their own progress without even knowing it. When have you gotten in your own way (and have you realized it?) Follow us: Allen Halas AllenHalas.com BreakingAndEntering.net Twitter: @AllenHalas Instagram: @AllenHalas Jim Love GoAuthenticYou.com Twitter: @jim_m_love Instagram: @jimmlove23
2024-05-20
09 min
Hustling Sideways
Word Of The Year for 2024
It's a new year, and that means new motivations for Jim Love and Allen Halas. For the past few years, both Jim and Allen have kicked a New Year's Resolution in exchange for a Word Of The Year to focus on. See what the guys picked for this year and how they did in 2023 on this week's episode! Follow us: Allen Halas AllenHalas.com BreakingAndEntering.net Twitter: @AllenHalas Instagram: @AllenHalas Jim Love GoAuthenticYou.com Twitter: @jim_m_love Instagram: @jimmlove23
2024-01-08
10 min
Hustling Sideways
Bursts of Creativity
Sometimes, inspiration just hits you. That's what we're discussing on this week's Hustling Sideways, where Allen Halas and Jim Love discuss what happens when they get a burst of creativity. With excitement comes a rush of trying to make everything happen at once, and both Jim and Allen have different strategies for when they want to get everything done while they're extra motivated. What do you do when you get overly creative? Follow us: Allen Halas AllenHalas.com BreakingAndEntering.net Twitter: @AllenHalas Instagram: @AllenHalas Jim Love GoAuthenticYou.com Twitter: @jim_m_love Instagram: @jimmlove23
2023-07-10
07 min
Hustling Sideways
Going Off Script
Sometimes the only thing you can be prepared to be is unprepared. Sometimes, plans change. That's what we're talking about today on Hustling Sideways! Jim Love and Allen Halas talk about the importance of being able to go off script, and call an audible when the situation requires it. Both Allen and Jim talk about times they've had to improv to make it through a situation, and you can check that out here. When did you have to go off script with your side hustle? Follow us: Allen Halas AllenHalas...
2023-06-26
09 min
Hustling Sideways
Evolution of the Side Hustle
Today on Hustling Sideways, Jim Love and Allen Halas are looking backward for a little bit, thinking about their side hustles have evolved. Whether you realize it or not, every day you're working on your side business, you're growing. Jim and Allen compare what they've learned along the way, as well as lessons they wish they could have told their younger selves when they were first starting out. How has your side hustle evolved? Follow us: Allen Halas AllenHalas.com BreakingAndEntering.net Twitter: @AllenHalas Instagram: @AllenHalas Jim Love GoAuthenticYou.com
2023-06-12
10 min
Hustling Sideways
Clothing
Sometimes it's how you look that makes the biggest impression. Today on Hustling Sideways, we're talking about clothing, specifically how it pertains to Jim Love and Allen Halas' respective side hustles. Jim talks dressing for the stage, while Allen talks about wearing the clothes that make you feel like you belong in the industry you want (a lot of black in his case.) Do you think your look is important to your side hustle? Follow us: Allen Halas AllenHalas.com BreakingAndEntering.net Twitter: @AllenHalas ...
2023-03-13
09 min
Hustling Sideways
Episode 50 Check In
Today on Hustling Sideways, Allen Halas and Jim Love have made it to episode 50! Every ten episodes, we like to look back on our previous set of guests, and essentially check on where the state of the podcast is so far. Both Jim and Allen are excited about where things are headed, and both of us are amazed at how far we've come in just a few years of doing this show. Look back on the growth of Hustling Sideways today with episode 50! Follow us: Allen Halas AllenHalas.com
2023-01-23
36 min
Hustling Sideways
Managing Your Network
Today on Hustling Sideways, Allen Halas and Jim Love talk networking. Rather than talking about meeting new people, though, we're talking about the next step, which is re-engaging those people, and maintaining a network of contacts in order to create successful business relationships. Both Allen and Jim have found that it's been useful to do more than just a handshake and some sales messages, but rather keep contact with as many people as they can, because you never know who will come back into your life. How do you manage your network? Follow us: Allen...
2023-01-16
08 min
Hustling Sideways
Not Overthinking
Today on Hustling Sideways, Allen Halas and Jim Love discuss not overthinking things. Too often, you can get caught up in your own head when it comes to making business moves. Sometimes it's about commitment, and making the decision to do instead of doubt. Jim and Allen discuss their own experiences with having to get out of their head and move forward. What can you do today to keep your business progressing? Follow us: Allen Halas AllenHalas.com BreakingAndEntering.net Twitter: @AllenHalas Instagram: @AllenHalas
2022-11-21
09 min
Hustling Sideways
Outlandish Things We've Done
Sometimes, you put yourself in a situation and wonder "well, how did I get here?" That's what we're talking about on this week's Hustling Sideways. Jim Love and Allen Halas talk about the more outlandish things they've done in respect to their side hustles that, in the moment, seemed totally normal. It may be a little weird, but these are the moments that make you realize you'll do a lot just to be successful in your side business. Follow us: Allen Halas AllenHalas.com BreakingAndEntering.net Twitter: @AllenHalas
2022-10-17
07 min
Hustling Sideways
Episode 40 Check In
This week on Hustling Sideways, we've reached another milestone! With 40 episodes in the books, Jim Love and Allen Halas reflect on their previous round of guests. Overall, we've found that the last group of side hustlers faced difficult challenges in their businesses and passion projects, and also ranged from very serious adversity to having very fun projects, as well. Jim and Allen reflect on their own businesses as well, and where things are headed from here. Check it out! Follow us: Allen Halas AllenHalas.com BreakingAndEntering.net
2022-08-29
33 min
Hustling Sideways
Bonus: Navigating Negativity
It's another Hustling Sideways Bonus! Today, Jim Love and Allen Halas tackle negativity head on. Without fail, you'll run across someone (likely online) that has a negative viewpoint of what you're doing with your side hustle. Both Jim and Allen have encountered this in the past, and offer their viewpoints as to what the best course of action is and why. Follow us: Allen Halas AllenHalas.com BreakingAndEntering.net Twitter: @AllenHalas Instagram: @AllenHalas Jim Love GoAuthenticYou.com Twitter: @jim_m_love
2022-08-08
09 min
Hustling Sideways
Episode 38: David Campbell of UpCycle Canada and Podcaster
Today on Hustling Sideways, Allen Halas and Jim Love welcome on a listener with many side hustles, David Campbell. David is the creator of UpCycle Canada, a home decor store utilizing upcycled materials, based out of Saint Catherines, Ontario. In addition to the store, David has a network of six podcasts, including the Living My Side Hustle Podcast. We talk about how David got into his various projects, as well as how he manages to still work a job with everything that he has going on. You can check out UpCycle Canada at their website. Check it out!
2022-08-01
38 min
Hustling Sideways
Bonus: Creating Habits
It's a bonus week on Hustling Sideways, as we discuss creating habits. For better or worse, getting into the rhythm of a regular habit can help you push forward in your side hustle or a passion project. Jim Love and Allen Halas talk about the habits they've formed to get them in the most productive space possible. Follow us: Allen Halas AllenHalas.com BreakingAndEntering.net Twitter: @AllenHalas Instagram: @AllenHalas Jim Love GoAuthenticYou.com Twitter: @jim_m_love Instagram: @jimmlove23
2022-07-25
07 min
Hustling Sideways
Episode 37: Jay Gilkay of Mondo Lucha!
We're getting in the ring this week on Hustling Sideways, as Jim Love and Allen Halas talk to Jay Gilkay, an elementary school teacher by day and also co-owner / promoter of wrestling variety show Mondo Lucha! The guys all share their experiences of growing up with wrestling, past and present, and talk about the show that combines wrestling, burlesque, local music and more. This is a fun one, so make sure you check it out! You can find out more by following @MondoLucha on social media. Follow us: Allen Halas AllenHalas.com
2022-07-18
56 min
Hustling Sideways
Bonus: Marketing Yourself
Today on Hustling Sideways, we go into the tricky world of marketing your side hustle. Jim Love and Allen Halas break down what has been effective in their respective fields so far, and how they go about getting the word out about themselves. If you have a side business, what works best to market yourself? Follow us: Allen Halas AllenHalas.com BreakingAndEntering.net Twitter: @AllenHalas Instagram: @AllenHalas Jim Love GoAuthenticYou.com Twitter: @jim_m_love Instagram: @jimmlove23
2022-07-11
07 min
Hustling Sideways
Bonus: Saying No
Today on Hustling Sideways, we explore the power of saying no. Allen Halas and Jim Love discuss the importance of valuing your time and efforts, and how it affects your side business overall. Upon elaborating, though, the guys realize that you don't always have to say no, but there are alternatives to make the use of your business or talent more worthwhile. Follow us: Allen Halas AllenHalas.com BreakingAndEntering.net Twitter: @AllenHalas Instagram: @AllenHalas Jim Love GoAuthenticYou.com Twitter: @jim_m...
2022-06-27
07 min
Hustling Sideways
Episode 35: Donald Hyun Kiolbassa - Lawyer, Accountant, Ninja
Today on Hustling Sideways, Allen Halas & Jim Love talk to Donald Hyun Kiobassa, a real estate lawyer and public accountant by day, as well as a martial arts champion that has performed at the Olympics, an author, and a martial artist/motion capture artist in the entertainment world. Amongst other games, Kiolbassa has been the motion of Scorpion in Mortal Kombat games, as well as Batman for the "Injustice" games. We talk about Kiobassa's life journey in martial arts, and how he relates that to the world of business as well. It's a fascinating side hustle, so make sure...
2022-06-20
42 min
Hustling Sideways
Bonus: Legacy
It's a Hustling Sideways bonus week! This week, we're talking legacy. Why do you put in the long hours, drive the extra miles, and keep yourself up at night to put in the time and effort on your passion project? Allen and Jim discuss what makes them do the things that they do, and the long-lasting impressions they both hope to leave on the world. What is your "why?" Follow us: Allen Halas AllenHalas.com BreakingAndEntering.net Twitter: @AllenHalas Instagram: @AllenHalas Jim L...
2022-06-13
07 min
Hustling Sideways
Episode 34: John Laurito
Today on Hustling Sideways, Allen Halas & Jim Love talk to John Laurito, an author, keynote speaker, and host of the Tomorrow's Leader podcast. Prior to creating his own business, John had spent two decades developing businesses and focusing on top tier leadership. We discuss how John sought out the challenge of building up a small office rather than wanting to take over a top organization, self-assessment and realizing your strengths, as well as the qualities that make a good leader. You can find John and his book at his website, JohnLaurito.com. Follow us: Allen...
2022-06-06
46 min
Hustling Sideways
Bonus: Gratitude
It's a Hustling Sideways bonus episode week! Today, Allen Halas and Jim Love are talking gratitude, and how that has affected their outlook on their side hustles. When you take a second to stop and appreciate how far you've come, it can really change the way that you go about your business. That lasts in the long term, as the guys find out with a special appearance from Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Gene Simmons of KISS via a recent interview. Check it out! Follow us: Allen Halas AllenHalas.com
2022-05-31
07 min
Hustling Sideways
Episode 33: Peter Velardi of ReferMeIQ
Today on Hustling Sideways, Allen Halas and Jim Love talk with Peter Velardi, CEO of ReferMeIQ, a company that utilizes automated technology to create a unique referral program. Prior to launching his company, Peter had worked as an advisor specializing in marketing and leadership development. The guys talk leadership, learning from both good and bad examples, in addition to how to create meaningful connections. Don't miss it! Follow us: Allen Halas AllenHalas.com BreakingAndEntering.net Twitter: @AllenHalas Instagram: @AllenHalas Jim Love
2022-05-23
45 min
Hustling Sideways
Bonus: Changing Aspirations
It's another Hustling Sideways bonus episode! Today, Allen Halas and Jim Love discuss how their side hustle aspirations have changed over the years. Certainly, experiences along the way can alter the goals that you may set out to accomplish in your side hustle, and that's exactly the case for both of them. How have your goals changed since you started your side hustle? Follow us: Allen Halas AllenHalas.com BreakingAndEntering.net Twitter: @AllenHalas Instagram: @AllenHalas Jim Love GoAuthenticYou.com Twitter: @jim...
2022-05-16
09 min
Hustling Sideways
Bonus: Learning From Past Experiences
It's time for a Hustling Sideways bonus episode! Growth doesn't happen without learning some lessons along the way, and today, Jim and Allen talk about the past experiences that have taught them some important things. The guys share some experiences that helped shape them in their side hustles, so don't miss this one. Follow us: Allen Halas AllenHalas.com BreakingAndEntering.net Twitter: @AllenHalas Instagram: @AllenHalas Jim Love GoAuthenticYou.com Twitter: @jim_m_love Instagram: @jimmlove23 Hustling Sideways is a business podcast hosted by Milwaukee-based music writer Allen Halas and keynote and motivational speaker Jim...
2022-05-02
08 min
Hustling Sideways
Episode 31: Larry Kaufman
Today on Hustling Sideways, Jim Love and Allen Halas talk to Larry Kaufman, a regional managing director by day, but also is a best-selling author of The NCG Factor and keynote speaker. Larry specializes in networking, particularly on LinkedIn, and he discusses how he got into speaking and scratched the itch to finally write his book. There's a lot of informative discussion on the power of how to listen in a conversation rather than the stereotypical networking that you may think of, and they discuss the importance of building and maintaining relationships. You can learn more about Larry on...
2022-04-25
36 min
Hustling Sideways
Bonus: Moments We "Made It"
Today, in a bonus episode of Hustling Sideways, we're talking about the fun times. Allen Halas and Jim Love talk about the first moments that they felt like they "made it" in their side hustles of motivational speaking and operating a music website. Overall, the guys learn that it's important to celebrate the victories along the way. When have you felt like you "made it"? Follow us: Allen Halas AllenHalas.com BreakingAndEntering.net Twitter: @AllenHalas Instagram: @AllenHalas Jim Love GoAuthenticYou.com ...
2022-04-18
09 min
Hustling Sideways
Bonus: Funny Moments
This is a fun Hustling Sideways bonus. Today, Allen Halas and Jim Love talk about when things don't exactly go the way you plan them to. The guys exchange a few stories from their past side hustle experiences that put them in some unusual circumstances, and overall, they discover that moments like this help you to become adaptable to anything. What's the funniest situation you've been stuck in while doing your side hustle? Follow us: Allen Halas AllenHalas.com BreakingAndEntering.net Twitter: @AllenHalas Instagram: @AllenHalas ...
2022-04-04
09 min
Hustling Sideways
Bonus: Networking
It's another Hustling Sideways bonus episode! Today, Allen Halas and Jim Love talk about something most people dread: Networking. Most people feel uncomfortable trying to do it, but everyone has to network in order to be successful. The guys add their insight about how to go about networking the right way. Follow us: Allen Halas AllenHalas.com BreakingAndEntering.net Twitter: @AllenHalas Instagram: @AllenHalas Jim Love GoAuthenticYou.com Twitter: @jim_m_love Instagram: @jimmlove23 Hustling S...
2022-03-21
08 min
Hustling Sideways
Bonus: Monetization
It's another Hustling Sideways bonus episode! Today, Allen Halas and Jim Love talk about monetizing. So you've got a side business, how do you go about making money from it? They talk about their first experiences asking for money, how they've learned to value their time better and much more. How do you determine what your hustle is worth? Follow us: Allen Halas AllenHalas.com BreakingAndEntering.net Twitter: @AllenHalas Instagram: @AllenHalas Jim Love GoAuthenticYou.com Twitter: @jim_m_love ...
2022-03-07
12 min
Hustling Sideways
Episode 27: John Sebok, Pokemon (Card) Master
Today on Hustling Sideways, Allen and Jim call up Jim's cousin, John Sebok, a tax professional by day and Pokémon card trader by night. The card market has exploded in recent years in light of the pandemic, and the guys talk about how John got into the side hustle, the amount of detail that goes into research and taking care of card sales, and of course, some of John's biggest finds and sales. We're going all in on Pokémon cards today, so don't miss out! Follow us: Allen Halas AllenHalas.com...
2022-02-28
37 min
Hustling Sideways
Bonus: Leadership
In this Hustling Sideways bonus episode, Jim Love and Allen Halas are talking about leadership. Both of us, as well as side hustlers everywhere, have the unique experience of being a leader as well as an employee at times, and both roles can learn about the type of leader that they are. What type of leader are you? Follow us: Allen Halas AllenHalas.com BreakingAndEntering.net Twitter: @AllenHalas Instagram: @AllenHalas Jim Love GoAuthenticYou.com Twitter: @jim_m_love Instagram...
2022-02-07
12 min
Hustling Sideways
Bonus: Burnout
In addition to the regular Hustling Sideways episodes, Jim Love and Allen Halas will be discussing bonus topics that side hustlers deal with on a day-to-day basis. We begin by discussing burnout, and what both Jim and Allen have experienced in their busy lives, as well as what they do to combat that feeling. What do you do to battle burnout? Follow us: Allen Halas AllenHalas.com BreakingAndEntering.net Twitter: @AllenHalas Instagram: @AllenHalas Jim Love GoAuthenticYou.com Twitter: @jim_m_love
2022-01-24
10 min
Hustling Sideways
Episode 18: Kyle Stanley, Strategically Digital and Rowing Coach
This time on Hustling Sideways, Jim and Allen go back to their Marquette University connections to talk to Kyle Stanley. Kyle was Jim's roommate previously, and created his own web development company, Strategically Digital while in his final years of college. On top of that, Kyle also has a passion project as a high school crew coach in his hometown in Ohio. Learn about the development of Strategically Digital, as well as how it brought him from Wisconsin back to Ohio, and how Kyle splits his time with essentially two hustles in this episode. You can check out Strategically...
2021-10-25
46 min
Hustling Sideways
Episode 12: Guillermo Flores, Digital Content Creator
On this episode, Allen & Jim talk to Guillermo Flores, who is a digital content creator and influencer. During the pandemic, Guillermo created the #GuillermoGoes show on Instagram, where he talks to a myriad of interesting people from all over the world. He also has taken his love for social media into the Greek Life space, helping fraternities create social media content plans based around the things that they are doing in their communities. You can find Guillermo on Instagram: @GuillermoXF Follow us: Allen Halas AllenHalas.com BreakingAndEntering.net Twitter...
2021-08-02
38 min
Hustling Sideways
Episode 3: Jim Love - Authentically You
On this episode, Allen Halas interviews co-host Jim Love about his endeavors as a motivational speaker. After years of exploring leadership development, Jim has decided to follow a calling and spread his message of authenticity and positivity. Learn more about Jim's background, his first speaking gigs, the stigma that comes with being a motivational speaker and more. Follow us: Allen Halas AllenHalas.com BreakingAndEntering.net Twitter: @AllenHalas Instagram: @AllenHalas Jim Love GoAuthenticYou.com Twitter: @jim_m_love Instagram: @jimmlove23
2021-03-29
52 min
Hustling Sideways
Episode 2: Allen Halas of Breaking And Entering
On this episode, Jim Love interviews co-host Allen Halas about his side business, Breaking And Entering. The music website has been operating as a brand since 2009, and has been producing daily online content since 2014. Learn more about the origins of Breaking And Entering, as well as the steps that it took to get the site to the media company that it is today. Follow us: Allen Halas AllenHalas.com BreakingAndEntering.net Twitter: @AllenHalas Instagram: @AllenHalas Jim Love GoAuthenticYou.com
2021-03-15
52 min
Hustling Sideways
Episode 1: Who Are These Guys?
Welcome to the Hustling Sideways Podcast! On this episode, hosts Allen Halas and Jim Love give you some background information about how they got their start in both their careers as well as their side businesses. College stories get swapped, and they each shed a bit of light on how their experiences have led them to this point. Get to know the guys! Follow us: Allen Halas AllenHalas.com BreakingAndEntering.net Twitter: @AllenHalas Instagram: @AllenHalas Jim Love G...
2021-03-01
49 min