Finding Joy and Purpose: Dani's Side Hustle Success Story - Ep. 6

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Finding Joy and Purpose: Dani's Side Hustle Success Story - Ep. 6
🎟️ This episode is proudly sponsored by DD Practical Leather Craft. Traditional handcrafted heritage leather with a unique twist, as seen on BBC's 'Make It at Market'. Visit www.ddpractical.co.uk for practical leather at practical prices!
Discover how a pandemic pivot led to entrepreneurial success in this inspiring episode of the Showbiz Side Hustle podcast. Host Nicole Louise Geddes sits down with Dani, founder of DD Practical Leather Craft and star of BBC's 'Make It at Market', to explore her journey from theater technician to thriving business owner.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• How Dani turned a belt-making kit into a successful business during lockdown
• Strategies for balancing theatre work with entrepreneurship
• Practical time management tips for juggling multiple passions
• The importance of community support in business growth
• Behind-the-scenes insights from BBC's 'Make It at Market'

Plus, hear Dani's candid thoughts on the challenges and rewards of running a business while maintaining a performing career!

Key takeaways:

1. You don't need to know everything to start - learn as you go
2. Community support can make all the difference in your entrepreneurial journey
3. Time management is crucial when juggling multiple passions
4. Visibility and putting yourself out there can lead to unexpected opportunities
5. It's possible to create a business that complements your performing career

Whether you're a performer looking for financial stability or someone dreaming of starting their own business, Dani's story offers valuable insights and practical advice to inspire your own showbiz side hustle journey.

Guest Bio
Dani is the founder of DD Practical Leather Craft, a business born during the pandemic that has grown into a successful venture. She has appeared on BBC's 'Make It at Market' and continues to balance her entrepreneurial pursuits with work in the theatre industry.

• Connect with Dani: www.ddpractical.co.uk

Episode Highlights

[00:03:31] Dani shares how she started her leather crafting business during the pandemic
[00:07:51] The challenges of building a business without prior knowledge [00:12:20] The crucial role of community support in entrepreneurial success [00:15:56] Dani's time management tips for juggling business and theatre work
[00:20:42] Behind-the-scenes insights from BBC's 'Make It at Market'
[00:25:30] Balancing TV appearances with running a business
[00:28:50] Final thoughts and advice for aspiring PerformerPreneurs

Quotable Moments

"I had never run a proper business before. I just threw myself in there because I thought, do you know what? It's got tobe better than this."

"You do need people in your life that get it, that understand, that are like-minded, and the rest doesn't really matter."

Actionable Tips

1. Start your side hustle even if you don't have all the answers - learn as you go
2. Find a supportive community of like-minded entr

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