Liquid Web Study: AI Side Hustles Are Booming -- Free Kit Helps Entrepreneurs Launch in 7 Days

ATLANTA, May 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Liquid Web, a leader in VPS, WordPress, GPU, and dedicated hosting for small to midsize businesses (SMBs), has released new research showing the explosive rise of AI-powered side hustles. Based on a survey of over 1,000 active entrepreneurs and side hustlers, the data reveals that artificial intelligence is dramatically accelerating how quickly new businesses launch — and how fast they start earning.

To empower more entrepreneurs to take advantage of this shift, Liquid Web is offering a free AI Side Hustle Starter Kit that includes tools, checklists, and templates to go from idea to income in just seven days.

Download the free AI side hustle starter kit now to turn your idea into income, faster.

Study Highlights: AI is Reshaping the Entrepreneurial Landscape

According to the Liquid Web AI Side Hustle Boom Study:

• Nearly 2 in 5 entrepreneurs launched their side hustle in under a week using AI tools.
• 1 in 5 started earning income within that first week, with average early earnings exceeding $200.
• 3 in 5 used ChatGPT to enhance brand visibility, create content, and develop digital products.
• 40% of Gen Z entrepreneurs launched in under a week and began earning immediately.
• Respondents reported high satisfaction across metrics like time saved (83%), cost-effectiveness (80%), and ease of learning (80%).

"These numbers reflect a clear shift in how entrepreneurs work," says Carrie Wheeler, President at Liquid Web. "AI is no longer a future tool — it's a launchpad for real revenue and business growth, right now."

Introducing the Free AI Side Hustle Starter Kit

To support entrepreneurs looking to harness AI's full potential, Liquid Web created the AI Side Hustle Starter Kit to accompany the study and provide a practical launch pad for anyone ready to harness AI and build a profitable side hustle.

The kit features:

• A 7-day quick-launch checklist
• A curated list of essential AI tools
• Proven $200+ earning blueprints
• Easy, AI-friendly side hustle ideas
• Website and outreach templates
• Social media prompts and branding guidance

Whether you're building a business from scratch or exploring AI to boost freelance income, this kit is designed to get users earning faster with less guesswork and more confidence.

Why It Matters: AI Lowers the Barrier to Entry

For many entrepreneurs, especially those limited by time, funds, or technical know-how, AI offers a fast, accessible way to launch and scale new ventures. From automating content creation to optimizing outreach, the tools included in the starter kit address the biggest challenges solo entrepreneurs face.

"This kit is a launchpad," says Wheeler. "We've taken insights from our study and built something actionable. It's not just information, it's a step-by-step system to help entrepreneurs start, earn, and grow smarter."

AI Adoption is Booming, and It's Just the Beginning

The rise of AI isn't limited to side hustlers. From solo creators to global enterprises, AI is streamlining workflows, boosting productivity, and fueling innovation across industries.

Generative AI tools like ChatGPT, Midjourney, and Copilot are now mainstream. According to Grand View Research, the global AI market, currently valued at $279 billion, is projected to grow at a 35.9% CAGR through 2030.

With rising demand for automation and intelligent tools, the message is clear: those who embrace AI now are positioning themselves for long-term success.

Start Your AI Side Hustle Today

Explore the full report and download the free AI side hustle starter kit at:
https://www.liquidweb.com/white-papers/ai-side-hustle-boom-study/

Liquid Web is committed to empowering entrepreneurs, from AI-powered side hustlers to fast-growing enterprises, with lightning-fast, scalable hosting and the tools to succeed online. With unmatched performance, expert support, and flexible infrastructure, Liquid Web helps founders launch smarter, earn faster, and scale confidently.

To learn more about AI-driven business growth and how our hosting fuels it, visit LiquidWeb.com.

About Liquid Web

As a cornerstone of CloudOne Digital, Liquid Web provides an award-winning, flexible hosting platform designed to scale with SMBs and the designers, developers, and agencies that power them, delivering mission-critical performance for sites, stores, and applications. With over 25 years of innovation, Liquid Web goes beyond traditional hosting by offering seamless, best-in-class experiences where users aren't confined to rigid plans or fixed resources. Liquid Web is built on industry-leading infrastructure and is trusted by nearly 200,000 customers worldwide, with an unwavering commitment to reliability and a world-class team of experts dedicated to delivering excellence 24/7/365. Recognized among INC. Magazine's 5000 Fastest-Growing Companies for 12 years, they empower businesses with a hosting experience as dynamic as their ambitions.

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