Engineering Advice You Didn't Ask For S02E10 - Side Hustles & Small Bets!
Nov 6, 2024
The hosts share their journeys with side hustles, emphasizing community and personal growth. They discuss the philosophy of 'small bets' and how to experiment effectively. Insights include using personal frustrations for project ideas and the importance of quick prototyping. The conversation covers monetization strategies, distinguishing hobbies from side hustles, and lessons from startup failures. They also explore practical ideas for engineers and advocate for a flexible tech stack to enhance productivity. Ultimately, it's all about shipping often and defining success on your own terms.
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Early Freelancing Paid Big Dividends
- Thiago made substantial money freelancing during his Java-era nights and weekends, earning extra thousands quickly.
- That early freelancing taught him how to ship small projects fast and validated side income as real learning.
Backyard Eggs Became A Learning Experiment
- Vic sold backyard organic eggs briefly before deciding he preferred to consume them himself.
- That small experiment shows side projects can be personal, short-lived, and revealing.
Community Catalyzes Side Hustles
- The hosts all met via Daniel Vassalo's Portfolio of Small Bets course and formed lasting collaboration.
- Community acted as the catalyst for launching the podcast and many side projects.
