Start Where You Are (Not Where You “Should” Be)
So… you’ve got a little itch. That thing you keep thinking about when your day job ends or when your brain wanders in traffic. Maybe it’s an idea. A craft. A story. A service. A passion project that’s been whispering at you like, “Oi. Mooshy. What if…?” Well, this post is for that whisper. It’s not about quitting your job tomorrow or magically manifesting six figures overnight. It’s about lighting the first spark. Creating something real. And proving to yourself that yes, you can begin now. Here is your side hustle blueprint.
Drop the Pressure to Have it All Figured Out
You don’t need branding.
You don’t need to wait until your confidence catches up.
You just need a start point. Something to do with your hands. Something to learn. Something to build.
And you get to start small and stay scrappy.
Here’s your Side Hustle Kickoff Plan, the one that’ll actually get you moving.
1. The 3 Minute Brain Dump
Set a timer.
Write down every idea you’ve ever had that lit you up.
No editing. No judgment. Just get it all out.
A vintage resale page on Instagram?
A food pop up at the local market?
An Etsy shop for handmade jewelry?
A personal blog about your awkward, wonderful life?
A digital planner for people with ADHD?
A coaching service for job interviews?
No idea is too “random.” You don’t need to “niche down.” You just need to start somewhere.
2. Pick the Low Hanging Fruit
Now scan that list. Circle the idea that makes your stomach flip a little, in a good way.
Ask yourself:
Can I start this without needing loads of money or a huge audience?
Can I put something small out there in the next 7 days?
Does this light me up more than it stresses me out?
Pick that one. That’s your spark.
3. Build a Tiny Version
Your job now: Make the smallest possible version of your idea.
Examples:
Want to start a podcast? Record a 3 minute voice note on your phone.
Want to sell art? Post one sketch or design online with a “DM if you want one!”
Want to freelance? Create a single-page service menu in Canva and share it on your stories.
Want to start a blog? Write one post. Not 20. One.
Remember: Done is better than perfect. Ugly is better than invisible. You’re building proof, not perfection.
4. Tell Someone. (Even if You’re Scared.)
You don’t need to launch to the whole internet.
But tell someone. A friend. A sibling. Your group chat.
Say, “I’m trying this thing.”
It makes it real. It gives your idea air. It starts the ripple.
Bonus points: share a screenshot, a sketch, a preview. People love cheering for a brave beginning.
5. Block a Power Hour (This Week!)
Book one hour in your calendar. Label it “Hustle Hour” or “Mooshy Moves Only.”
No multitasking. No social scrolling. Just focused, messy, courageous action.
Ideas for your first Power Hour:
Set up a free website or landing page
Design a logo using Canva
Write a social media intro about your side hustle
Create a pricing outline for your product or service
Send one cold email or DM
One hour. One fire lit.
6. Let it Be Light
A side hustle doesn’t have to be heavy.
It doesn’t have to be your whole life.
It can be an experiment. A curiosity. A creative playground.
The goal isn’t to go viral or get rich by next week.
The goal is to say:
“I gave my dream a shape.”
And if it fails? Guess what, you did the thing.
Most people don’t even try. You’re miles ahead already.
Challenge: Post Proof, Not Perfection
Your Kickoff Challenge:
By this time next week, I want you to post ONE piece of proof that you’ve started your side hustle, no matter how small.
A screenshot
A messy photo
A rough draft
A one line pitch
If starting small feels strange, check out Mini Moves, Big Change , it’s all about momentum.
Tag @OiMooshy. Use #SideHustleKickoff. We’ll celebrate the brave together.
Because we don’t wait until we’re ready.
We Dream. Dare. Do.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a business plan to start a side hustle?
Nope. You just need an idea and a willingness to start small. Oi Mooshy is all about bold beginnings without perfection. You can figure things out as you go.
How much money do I need to launch a side hustle?
Most side hustles can begin with little or no budget. Start with free tools (like Canva, Instagram, or voice notes) and build as you grow. The key is movement, not investment.
What if I have more than one idea?
Great! Write them all down, then choose the one that feels the most exciting and doable right now. You can always come back to the others later.
How do I stay consistent when life gets busy?
Block out one “Power Hour” per week. It’s your focused time to work on your hustle, no pressure, just progress. Tiny steps add up.
What if I start and no one cares?
Someone will, but even if they don’t right away, you showed up. And that’s rare. Keep going. Your people will find you when you start showing up consistently.
Can my side hustle become my full-time thing?
Yes, but it doesn’t have to. The goal is to give your ideas a shape. If it grows into more, great. If not, you still built something brave.