Side hustle update: finally making real money

Dec 10·1 min read

Posted about this a few months ago when I was just starting. Been doing freelance UX consulting on nights/weekends alongside my full-time job.

Just hit $1,200 last month. It's not crazy but it's actual additional income. Plan is to eventually get to 3-4 clients and maybe negotiate a 4-day week at my main job.

Taking it slow because I don't want to burn out and miss my kids growing up. But for anyone thinking about it—it's possible to start small and build. No need to go all-in immediately.

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VVince R.RegularDec 11

$1,200 is actually solid for nights and weekends. That's real money, not just 'hey I made twelve bucks' energy. How are you not burning out juggling full-time + freelance?

WWes B.RegularDec 11

Genuine question - are you finding time for your family while doing this or is your free time basically gone? I've been thinking about freelancing but I'm worried about becoming that dad who's always working

CCarl S.RegularDec 11

UX consulting is such a good side hustle because you're actually using a valuable skill people pay for. Not like those 'make money fast' schemes. Keep it up.

KKent R.RegularDec 12

This is the kind of post that gives me hope. Most side hustle updates are like 'made $47 this month' but you're actually building something. What's the endgame - keep it as side income or grow it bigger?