James Argo had been making BBQ sauce for years when a friend finally convinced him he could sell it. With a little bit of trial and error, Oconee Gold BBQ sauce was born and became a great side-hustle for James. It wasn’t until his position at a corporate job was terminated, that he decided to turn this hobby into a full-time stream of income.
He took advantage of the opportunities he was presented and is now paying his bills while doing something he’s truly passionate about. His dedication to getting the brand in every grocery store is proof that you can phase out of your W2 job if you’re focused on a product or service you love.
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