Episode 9

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5th Jan 2026

How to Build a Profitable Side Hustle While Working Full Time: From Kitchen to She Shed

Have you ever wondered how to turn your passion into a profitable business, without immediately leaving the security of your full-time job? In this episode of The Book of Balance Podcast, host Patricia Oholeguy sits down with Yvonne, founder of Naturals by Nezzy, to explore her inspiring journey from kitchen-table experiments to building a thriving business in her own “she shed.”

Yvonne shares how her business began unexpectedly in 2017, when she created a simple shea butter mix for her natural hair. What started as a homemade solution quickly gained momentum as her sisters, friends, and eventually paying clients fell in love with her products. With a growing demand, she and her sister began producing in a commercial kitchen—all while balancing demanding jobs in healthcare.

Together, Patricia and Yvonne dive into the realities of building a side hustle while working full-time: the long nights after 12-hour shifts, the weekends spent producing products, and the courage it took for Yvonne to go part-time before eventually transitioning into full-time entrepreneurship.

Listeners will gain practical insights into:

  • Testing your business idea part-time before leaving your full-time job to reduce risk.
  • Being intentional with time management—using commutes, breaks, and weekends strategically.
  • Building financial security by saving 3–6 months of expenses before going all-in.
  • Knowing your numbers and pricing products to reflect costs, labor, and expertise.
  • Using authentic social media content to grow a loyal customer base.

This episode is perfect for aspiring entrepreneurs, small business owners, and anyone who dreams of turning their passion into profit. Yvonne’s story is proof that with intention, boundaries, and persistence, you can build a business that thrives on your terms.

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The Book of Balance: Startup Stories, Business Growth & Entrepreneur Insights
How to start your business, leave the 9–5 grind, and thrive with balance.
The Book of Balance is an entrepreneurship podcast where real small business stories come to life. Each episode dives into the business owner journey, the wins, the losses, and the lessons that shape today’s entrepreneurs.
Whether you’re dreaming of quitting your 9–5 or you’ve already taken the leap, you’ll hear honest conversations about what it really takes to start a business, stay grounded, and thrive with balance. From startup success stories to the raw challenges of building a business, this show is here to inspire, educate, and remind you that you’re not alone on the path.
Hosted by Patricia Oholeguy, a bookkeeping Strategist, financial coach, and lifelong entrepreneur, this podcast blends practical insights with the entrepreneurship mindset needed to sustain the long game.
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Patricia Oholeguy

Patricia Oholeguy is a bookkeeping strategist, financial coach, and founder of Oholeguy Precision Books. She brings more than 17 years of hands-on entrepreneurial experience from running a six-figure childcare business to supporting consultants, real estate investors, and service-based CEOs in creating financial clarity.

As the host of The Book of Balance Podcast, Patricia blends mindset, money, and practical strategy to help business owners build sustainable, profitable companies without sacrificing their peace. She created the Clarity Compass™ Method to guide entrepreneurs through a simple, intuitive financial system that supports smarter decisions, less overwhelm, and stronger long-term growth.

Patricia’s style is warm, honest, and deeply rooted in her belief that clarity is self-care and every business deserves books that tell the truth, not a story of stress.