Nov. 25, 2025

173: How To Earn $1K/Month With Postcards

173: How To Earn $1K/Month With Postcards

If you’ve ever wanted a simple side hustle with no upfront costs, this episode may spark something for you.

Rachel Smith and Dalton Joyner break down how they run “Community Postcards,” a direct-mail model where they sell ad space on physical postcards, design the layout, and mail them out … all after advertisers have already paid.

You’ll hear how the model works, why business owners say yes, and what you can realistically earn each month.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

  • how to start a postcard side hustle with zero upfront expenses
  • the exact pitch they use to land $150 advertisers
  • what to expect in terms of time, income, and workflow
  • how to keep your risk close to zero
  • ways this simple project can lead to larger recurring clients

If you enjoy connecting with local businesses and want something easy to test, this is a model worth considering.

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