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Hey friends, in this video, I sit down with Aman Manazir as he shares his journey to making $20,000/month online. We dive into the lessons he’s learned, the businesses that failed, and the mindset shifts that helped him succeed. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to level up, this case study is packed with insights to help you on your own journey. Enjoy! xx

Aman Manazir’s YouTube Channel :@AmanManazir
Dr. Izzy Sealey’s YouTube Channel: @IzzySealey
Alex Hormozi’s YouTube Channel: @AlexHormozi
Thomas Frank’s YouTube Channel: @Thomasfrank

TIMESTAMPS
00:00 – Introduction
2:03 – Aman’s Journey begins
5:05 – Bias to Action
9:24 – First Income from Internet
11:43 – Your first 3 businesses will fail
14:15 – Concept of Difficulty in Entrepreneurship
16:18 – Idea of Friction
18:23 – The timing is never going to be right
22:34 – The harsh truth about making money online
26:16 – Your YouTube feed reflects your priorities
30:21 – Choose hobbies that let you double dip
32:08 – You won’t know until you try
35:35 – The truth about courses
38:37 – Aman’s Income
40:56 – Final Advice
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Side hustles can completely change your life if you pick the right ones. In this video, I’m breaking down the 8 best side hustles to make a lot of money in 2026, whether you’re working a 9–5 or trying to build something on the side. These are not the low-paying, overcrowded ideas everyone talks about. Every side hustle in this list focuses on actual high-value skills, and making a decent amount of money per hour that you can eventually scale into a full business.

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Be sure to watch this video until the end, because I’ll explain in detail why these side hustles work, how you can go about making money with them, and who each one is best for. I’ll walk through opportunities like AI-powered content creation, LinkedIn management, website building for local businesses, platform installation, AI implementation, affiliate marketing, photography, and niche digital products. These are all skills that businesses would pay good money for, and many of them can turn into a full-time income if you scale them correctly.

I’ve been doing side hustles my entire life, and in fact they’re what got me into entrepreneurship in the first place. If you’re serious about making more money, escaping low-paying work, and building something that gives you real leverage, this video will give you a clear direction on where to focus your time in 2026 and beyond.

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Thank you for watching, and I hope you have a wonderful rest of your day!

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Timeline:
0:00 – Introduction
0:31 – AI Social Media Creator
1:55 – LinkedIn Content Management
3:24 – Website Building For Local Businesses
4:53 – Photography As A Side Hustle
6:11 – Notion And ClickUp Setup Services
7:20 – AI Consultant And Implementer
8:35 – Affiliate Marketing In 2026
9:57 – Selling Digital Products
12:02 – Choosing The Right Side Hustle
12:25 – Final Thoughts And Next Steps

Disclaimer: Some of the links above may be affiliate links, which means that if you click on them, I may receive a small commission. The retailers and financial services companies pay the commission at no cost to you, and this helps to support our channel and keep our videos free. Thank you!

In addition, I am not a financial advisor. Charlie Chang does not provide tax, legal or accounting advice. The ideas presented in this video are for entertainment purposes only. Please do your own due diligence before making any financial decisions.

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