Side Hustle GROWTH
Heya Heya Heya Friend, Welcome to the Side Hustle GROWTH Podcast! THE ultimate destination for ambitious women juggling full-time jobs and side hustles, who are READY to turn their passion projects into profitable businesses.
Hosted by Christen N. James (CJ)—a Certified Life Skills Coach, Master Mindset Coach, and Creator of the Shine to FIVE™ Method—this podcast equips you with the tools, Mindset shifts, and strategies to quit the 9to5 and embrace entrepreneurship with CONFIDENCE.
In this Side Hustle podcast, CJ’s mission is simple: help you step into your Power, overcome self-doubt, and design a life where you go from having a boss to BEING THE BOSS.
With years of experience coaching women who dream of freedom and flexibility, CJ has helped hundreds of side hustlers stop “throwing spaghetti at the wall” and instead build businesses that work for them.
Her holistic approach—rooted in Emotions, Mindset, and Strategy—means she’ll meet you where you are while showing you the steps to where you want to go.
With her real talk, compassionate coaching, and signature 3D Exit Strategy™ (DEDICATE, DECIDE, DEPART), CJ gives you the clarity and tools to transform your life.
Here’s what sets THIS Podcast apart:
✨ Real-Life Business Lessons: Learn practical tips to earn extra cash, build systems, and embrace a money mindset.
✨Women-Centered Conversations: Episodes tailored to the challenges women face balancing a full-time job and growing a second income.
✨Holistic Approach: With CJ, it’s not just about the hustle—it’s about your emotions, mindset, and self-care.
✨Diverse Topics: From passive income strategies and simple marketing tips to accountability hacks and time freedom, there’s something for everyone.
✨Inspiring Stories: Hear from CJ’s guests—entrepreneurs and side hustlers who’ve been where you are and found success.
New episodes drop every Thursday, filled with actionable insights and stories to inspire your journey. There's a mix of solo episodes with CJ keeping it real and candid, plus interviews with Side Hustle pros and Small Business owners.
Popular Topics:
- How to build a second income without Burning Out
- Passive income ideas for busy professionals
- Time freedom through better Systems
- Shifting to a Six-Figure Mindset
- Overcoming fear of judgment, failure, or uncertainty.
Listeners rave about CJ’s ✨energy, relatability, and practical advice✨. Whether you’re commuting to work, unwinding after a long day, or brainstorming your next business move, this podcast feels like a motivating chat with your Homegirl and Business Coach all rolled into one!
Expect to feel:
💡 Inspired to take ACTION with practical steps you can implement immediately.
🧘🏽♀️ Grounded with a HOLISTIC approach that prioritizes your well-being.
🔥 Empowered to own your journey and create the life you TRULY want.
Subscribe to the Side Hustle GROWTH Podcast for weekly episodes packed with tips, strategies, and motivation to help you SHINE and THRIVE.
DON'T DO IT ALONE! Become part of a community of like-minded women who are chasing their dreams and building businesses they love.
👥 Check out the Side HustleHER Club https://www.sidehustleherclub.com to connect with other driven side hustlers, access exclusive resources, and level up together.
For more tools, insights, and to learn more about CJ’s coaching, visit https://www.christennjames.com .
Let’s SHINE and thrive together!
Subscribe now and take the first step toward being YOUR OWN Boss!
Side Hustle GROWTH
The Secret to an Inclusive Brand that Builds Trust and Drives Sales, with Cass R. Cooper
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Creating an inclusive brand isn’t just the “right” thing to do—it’s a smart business move.
In this episode, I’m joined by Cass Cooper, a professional chaos whisperer and inclusive leadership expert, to explore how inclusivity directly impacts trust and sales. We unpack what it really means to be inclusive beyond the surface-level buzzwords, and how you can show up more intentionally in your brand.
Whether you’re building your biz on the side or full-time, this convo will challenge you to rethink how you lead, show up, and serve.
🔑 Topics We Cover:
- What makes a brand truly inclusive
- The emotional + financial ROI of authenticity
- How Cass side hustles while raising a child and impacting the tech space
- How to start making real changes (not just performative ones)
CHAPTERS
00:00 – Intro
01:20 – Meet Cass Cooper
03:58 – What is a Professional Chaos Whisperer?
06:14 – Cass’s Journey as a Side Hustler
08:29 – What Inclusivity in Branding Really Means
12:44 – Why DEI Is Not Just a Trend
15:18 – The Trust + Sales Connection
18:30 – Where to Start with Inclusive Leadership
21:00 – Final Thoughts from Cass
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Cass Cooper is a research-driven writer, content creator, and professional chaos whisperer committed to transforming leadership and organizational culture. With over twenty years of experience in sales, organizational development, and leadership, Cass has seen firsthand how sustainable, people-centered practices drive both profitability and long-term success.
Holding a Bachelor of Arts in Women’s Gender Studies from DePaul University and a Master of Human Relations in Inclusive Leadership from the University of Oklahoma, Cass specializes in translating complex theories into actionable strategies.
Through interactive workshops, keynotes, and storytelling-driven conversations, Cass equips leaders with the tools to build on their existing strengths and create workplace cultures where every team member moves from mere acceptance to genuine inclusivity.
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