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June 24, 2025 48 mins

Want to stop chasing one-off gigs and start building predictable, recurring income?

John MacAdam reveals how.

He built his side hustle over 15 years while working full-time as an engineer — and eventually used it to launch a successful solo business.

You can follow John’s lead after hearing how he:

  • Shifted from hourly rates to value-based pricing — and tripled his income
  • Turned a $6K one-off project into a $5K/month retainer (still active 2+ years later)
  • Positions himself as a trusted advisor, not just a task-doer
  • Uses simple systems to build long-term client loyalty
  • Turned early failures — like a “your app sucks” review — into growth and momentum

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Need a little (and sometimes big) push to start and stay focused to grow your side hustle? Dive into my online Masterclass: How To Turn Your Thoughts Into Wanted Things.

For the full show notes head on over to the home of Side Hustle Hero. https://www.sidehustlehero.com/153

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