The Side Business Show with Ike Mutabanna

Mark J. Podolsky (AKA The Land Geek) has built his financial independence through buying and selling raw, undeveloped land within the United States. In 2001, Mark started a side business flipping raw land. Since then, he has completed over 5,000 unique transactions and completely replaced the income from his original career.

Megan Poorman is a PhD candidate in Biomedical Engineering at Vanderbilt University Institute of Imaging Science in Nashville, TN. She specializes in minimally-invasive surgery and develops novel medical imaging guidance tools to improve treatment of disease. In Episode 26, Ike talked about setting goals and making them specific. Megan suggests an alternative of setting a theme. She believes it removes the daily pressure of measuring yourself and encourages self-awareness to guide you throughout the year.

Linda Liberatore is the founder and president of My Landlord Helper, a unique virtual assistant solution for DIY rental property investors. She is a speaker, author and consultant and was recently named 2017 Property Manager of the Year and Coach by Think Realty. Linda is also a contributor to the Forbes Real Estate Council and is the author of two books, one of which is an International Best Seller.

Jake Jopling is a Senior Analyst for USAA Real Estate where he helps manage industrial portfolios in excess of 20 MSF. His experience is in commercial real estate asset management and consulting. Realizing a common theme among successful entrepreneurs, Jake began learning the mindset that is a critical part of success. He launched a podcast called The Entrepreneurial Mindset, where he interviews industry leaders to show that a person’s mindset can play a significant role in what they can achieve.

Ami Kulkarni narrates a fascinating 10-year journey to investigate and develop a side business providing 2-in-1 Health+Beauty products. She is a mother of three, a certified Yoga instructor, and also runs a Commercial Real Estate Business with her husband Samir.

Debbie Sardone is a leading expert in the cleaning industry. She started cleaning as a side business. Today Debbie is the owner of Buckets & Bows Maid Service in Texas, with multi-million dollar revenue. She founded non-profit, Cleaning For A Reason, which provides free cleaning services to women with cancer. In 2010, Debbie bought Speed Cleaning, a premium green cleaning products manufacturer. Debbie is also a speaker and author, and runs a coaching service to help maid service owners achieve success.

Raya Khashab spent nearly 20 years in the corporate world as a software engineer. Her first side business was a jewelry e-commerce site that had to be shut after 2 years. The lessons learned helped her eventually succeed with her next business. Raya built ezClocker software that has been adopted by a diverse clientele including home health, landscaping, catering, construction, and janitorial services.

Jennifer Browning is a stay-at-home mother of two boys, a 2 year old and a 5 year old. In her home-based bakery business, Jennifer creates custom cakes, pies, cookies, and other delicious treats. Goodies by Jenn has grown in popularity and Jennifer has been awarded Living Magazine Readers’ Choice 2017 Best Bakery and Richarson Living Magazine 2017 and 2016 Best Bite Award for Best Bakery.

Ike explains why making goals specific helps you actually achieve them. A review of Ike’s past year goals shows that specificity in goals pushes us to take highly directed action that ensures results. Ike reveals his goals for the new year and offers to help listeners with setting specific goals for themselves. If you would like Ike’s help to create achievable and actionable goals, send him an email at ike@thesidebusiness.show. Ike will also send you 3 side business ideas that do not require money to st

The Minions are back, quizzing Ike as he reflects on the amazing journey of launching The Side Business Show, the awesome people he’s met along the way, the incredible support he’s received from loyal listeners, and some core lessons he’s learned from it all. Happy New Year!

Ike discusses how Kristin can save two months of net income from her side business by finding efficiency in her expenses. Savings are critical to your financial future. Every little drop of expense you control, the more comfortably will you build an ocean of wealth.

Malika Virani is the owner of The Tutoring Center in Plano Texas. A mom with two young children, Malika is simultaneously studying to become a Nurse Practitioner in Gerontology. After majoring in Public Relations from India, Malika switched careers after moving to the US. She educated herself and became a Registered Nurse. Still later, she started a tutoring franchise business. This helped her build the financial independence to go back to school for her Master’s degree in Nursing.

Mike Berka is a native New Yorker, who recently relocated to Southern California to enjoy year-round warm weather and new adventures. In his quest for financial independence, Mike's been employing a dividend income strategy for over a decade. This unique strategy has enabled Mike to reach a point where he now has predictable income. He can now spend more time working out, golfing, and exploring the west coast.

Erica Blocker is a mother of four and works full time for an Industrial Supply Company. After going through a divorce, Erica was determined to reconnect with herself and pursue a graduate degree. During this time she discovered the coaching industry and became passionate about helping women overcome struggles and become successful entrepreneurs. Erica founded Moms with Dreams University with the mantra: Reclaim your dream. Do what you love. Make a Difference.

Allison Ellsworth is Founder and CEO of Mother Beverage, a sparkling apple cider vinegar beverage. While working as an oil industry landman, Allison started drinking apple cider vinegar to lose weight. Her husband Stephen disliked the taste. So, they crafted a beverage that is low calorie, low sugar, and tastes great. Since its inception in 2015, Mother Beverage has landed accounts with major grocery retailers. It is projected to do over 2 million dollars in revenue in 2018.