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I think they can be creative outlets and careers moves in the ideal scenario. Although I do think anything you do outside of work should be for passion, if it helps you in your careers that’s just a nice bonus!
I completely agree—leading with passion makes everything more enjoyable and sustainable. And if it ends up boosting your career, that’s just the icing on the cake! I think the real pressure kicks in when people feel like every side project needs to evolve into something grander. Sometimes, creating for the sake of creating is more than enough.
I would love to have side projects- I never get motivated to do it but I try and plan them! Especially if they are a craft hobby!
That’s a great mindset—planning is half the battle! Sometimes just carving out small, regular time slots can help turn those ideas into reality. Plus, a craft hobby can be the perfect creative recharge without the pressure.
I definitely think they're a mix of both, and I'm about it. I love seeing behind-the-scenes IG lives from some of my entertainment industry peers. I think it can boost your credibility when making career moves to (when done correctly, of course).
Totally agree—it’s such a great way to build credibility and show what you’re about beyond the day job. When done with intention, those BTS moments can really set you apart and open unexpected doors.
I wanted to start a passion project, concerned myself too much with wanting to make money or career moves based on it and kind of sucked the passion out of it. I’m sure there are circumstances where you have both, just need to find the balance. Hoping that I can still find that in mine.
That balance is so real—once the pressure to make it something kicks in, it can drain all the joy. I’ve definitely felt that too. But the fact that you're still thinking about it means the spark’s still there. Hope you get to reconnect with the fun side of it again soon.
I was just talking about this the other day to one of my friends. It seem like everyone has a podcast these days. I don't now how anyone can compete in this podcast market.
Totally hear you—it’s such a crowded space now! I think the key is not trying to compete with everyone, but just making something that feels authentic to you. There’s still room for new voices, especially when they bring something personal or unique to the table.
They can be both, depending on the person, the job they have, and what they need for inspiration/creativity. Also, no one can deny that diversifying your portfolio is never a bad thing in this industry. :)