Side Hustle Hero
Side Hustle Hero
Joan Posivy
137: How to Start a Review Website That Actually Makes Money
45 minutes Posted Mar 4, 2025 at 10:00 am.
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Ever wondered how people make real money with review websites?

Derek Hales did exactly that—starting with just two mattress reviews and turning it into a thriving business.

Derek is the founder of NapLab, a site dedicated to in-depth, data-driven mattress reviews. Within six months of launching, his side hustle was making enough for him to quit his full-time job. Today, he's reviewed over 400 products, employs friends and family, and runs a highly profitable website.

In this episode, Derek shares what it really takes to build a review website that actually makes money, including:

  • How his website generates revenue
  • How he pinpoints exactly which products to review next
  • Why transparency builds trust, increases engagement, and drives more sales

If you've ever thought about launching a review site or want to turn online content into real income, this episode's for you!

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Need a little (and sometimes big) push to start and stay focused to grow your side hustle? Dive into my online Masterclass: How To Turn Your Thoughts Into Wanted Things.

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