Side hustle as a consultant finally paying off

Jan 2·1 min read

Started doing freelance work for an old client about 18 months ago, just 5-10 hours a week on weekends. Hit $15k revenue last month. It's not replacing my main job but it's giving me optionality—like if I need to step back from full-time, I have some income cushion. Plus it's something that's mine, you know? Not corporate stuff, just work I actually care about. For the dads thinking about this—it takes discipline to not let it consume your family time, but it's worth exploring.

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DDaniel R.RegularJan 3

This gives me hope. I've been thinking about picking up freelance work but worried about burning out. Hearing it took you 18 months to really see returns makes it feel more realistic.

WWill S.RegularJan 4

5-10 hours a week doesn't sound like much but that adds up quick. Did you have to invest in any equipment or software to get started with the consulting work?

TTom R.RegularJan 3

The real question is whether this is replacing your day job income or just supplementing. Either way congrats on the grind paying off, most people quit before the 18 month mark.

BBen H.RegularJan 4

Did you have to be careful about non-compete clauses with your main employer? That's the one thing holding me back from trying this.

RRussell D.RegularJan 4

That's awesome! 18 months of weekend grinding really paid off. How much are you netting per month if you don't mind sharing? Trying to figure out if consulting on the side is worth my time.

DDominic E.RegularJan 5

Nice work. I did the same thing about 3 years ago and now I'm making almost as much on the side as my full time job. The consistency is what matters most.