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The zone(s) where inspiration thrives, how to build side projects + more
I’ve been thinking a lot about the people who inspire us and drive us forward. While I’m vehemently against flashy-revenue number thirst-traps, I do spend a lot of time thinking about the zones where inspiration-from-others thrives.
I’ve been thinking a lot about the people who inspire us and drive us forward. While I’m vehemently against flashy-revenue number thirst-traps, I do spend a lot of time thinking about the zones where inspiration-from-others thrives.
On the one hand: it’s so important to have north stars and total dream-boat idols. People thousands of miles ahead who are so inspirational they act as the ultimate it’s possible, it really is possible.
On the other hand: it can also be so helpful and therapeutic to be with people who are right around the same level as we are. Maybe a step behind, maybe a few steps ahead. With these people, we troubleshoot, vent, and commiserate.
This feels ultra mission-critical in the world of a multihyphenate with multiple streams of income, because by definition: you’re alone. There may be coworkers or a team in one of your revenue streams, but as a whole - you’re alone carrying the whole picture on your back.
I’m so excited about the way we’ve structured the next iteration of BCM membership. For the north star, dream-boat idol kind of inspiration: we have the masterclasses. For the people who are right there with you: we have the community in Discord and the masterminds.
As a reminder, we’re currently accepting applications for new members - spots are limited, apply by June 30.
— Biggy, the friendly pig behind Big Cash Money
DON’T MISS OUT
My bookmarks from the week - good reads, listens, and general inspo from all around.
🤗 This interview with Vic Vijayakumar on how to build sideprojects is gold even before the paywall, and 100% worth the upgrade.
📈 Why building a personal brand isn’t just for creators - there’s no arguing with that Steven Bartlett example.
📣 If your income streams involve any sort of prospecting, this extremely detailed guide is a must-read.
🎙️ I loved this interview with YouTuber Aprilynne Alter - the way she breaks down her journey of killing an old channel, starting over and wandering in the dark for 6 months is both inspiring and encouraging.
🎨 PJ Milani’s visuals often hit the spot, and this one is no exception, especially for those who create and make - make interesting the goal, not perfect.
BIG CASH MONEY MEMBERSHIP IS NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS
📣 We’re now accepting applications for Cash Money Membership and applications have started to come in to join the Big Cash Money membership platform 🤗
Get your application in to join an incredible group of multihyphenates - course creators, speakers, consultants, newsletter operators – these are the people doing more than their 9-5 because they are more than their 9-5. Spots are limited. Applications close June 30.
FOMO FIX
Where I’m going and where I wish I was going - events (IRL and online), workshops, webinars, meetups, and conferences.
🎨 Creators Connect: Creators 4 Mental Health, by Creators Connect, Tuesday, June 11, 3 PM - 8 PM PT (Los Angeles, CA, paid, advance registration required)
⚖️ Lawyer Up: What Creators Need to Know About AI, IP, Copyright & More, by Legal Creatives, Friday, June 7 10 AM PT/1 PM ET (virtual, free)
🎤 Build Your Creative Voice Live with UnJaded Jade, by UnJaded Jade, Monday, June 10 at 10 AM PT/1 PM ET (virtual, paid)
MUST FOLLOWS
Multihyphenates I absolutely love following.
📚 Steph Smith - Author of a few books and courses such as "Doing Content Right”. I follow her for her expertise in building digital products alongside your ft job.
🤖 Max Haining founded and expanded 100 Days of No Code, enabling over 4,000 individuals to create without coding. I admire his actionable strategies for establishing a community-based and educational business.
🦄 Connor Finlayson is the creator of Unicorn Factory and shares valuable insights on no-code solutions and startups through his YouTube videos. His content is a treasure trove for anyone interested in streamlining their business without extensive coding.
HOT LEADS FOR BIG CASH MONEY
I’m putting my money where my mouth is: here are literal ways for you to make money, get the funding needed for your project, grow your network, or save money.
🙋🏻♀️ Doug Landis is looking to bring in a Product Manager Contractor for a stealth, early-stage, profitable B2B SaaS product.
💸 Draftboard is a great way to earn bounties for referring A+ talent to open roles; most of the open roles are engineering roles.
✨ Galaxy of Stars Galaxy Grants - Participate in the Galaxy Grant giveaway for a chance to win $3,750 to support your creative project. This grant is designed to help artists and creatives bring their visions to life. Enter by June 30, 2024.
LIVE FROM BIG CASH MONEY
Big Cash Money (lovingly called BCM) is a community of multihyphenates - professionals who are building multiple income streams, often alongside a day job.
❤️ It has been so fun seeing applications come in for Big Cash Money membership. So excited for the new batch of multihyphenates joining us in July!
✏️ In yesterday’s newsletter that goes out to Big Cash Money members only, Coach Ryan shared a really helpful exercise to “check your oil” on your calendar, to defend against calendar blindness.
👀 We’re looking for a Rails developer to join the team and work on DiscoLink. Check out the job posting and apply here.
Want to join Big Cash Money? We are currently accepting applications.
GET THE BIG CASH MONEY MONETIZATION WORKBOOK
We got rave reviews on a workbook the Big Cash Money team made for a recent workshop, so we thought we’d share it with you, too 🤗
The Big Cash Money Monetization Workbook is designed to give you a place to plan your journey as a multihyphenate.
✅ Identify income streams for exactly where you are in your career/ experience
✅ Get inspired by others who are a few steps ahead of you
✅ Get a snapshot of the realities behind each kind of income stream (how long it takes to monetize, how flexible it is alongside a 9-5, etc)
✅ Get connected to communities of folks building additional income streams
✅ Set your goals and make your action plan
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