In this September 2025 episode of the Financial Feminist podcast, host Tori Dunlap and guest Mal Rowan run through the common pitfalls of starting a side hustle and give advice on how to avoid them.

Whether you're an entrepreneur, self-employed, or just want to make a little more money to top up your salary, you may have thought of starting a 'side hustle.'

Many people want to work for themselves and start a business that reflects their real passions. But the early stages of this, especially when it isn't earning enough money to be more than a side hustle, are challenging.

Tori Dunlap started her Financial Feminist podcast to help women feel more financially confident.

In this September 2025 episode, Dunlap and her guest, entrepreneur Mal Rowan, outline the main challenges that come with starting a small business.

Using insights from their own experiences, Dunlap and Rowan demystify the process of running a side hustle, providing tips and tricks to smooth the path for early-stage entrepreneurs.