Where do you get inspiration for side projects?

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Don’t attempt to find inspiration for a side project. Be inspired and motivated enough by something in your life to create a side project for it. The next time you think “wouldn’t it be funny/cool/smart if...” or “why hasn’t anyone...” jot it down. Then bring the ideas to life.

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The shower.

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On the can.

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Yes but at the same time I play in a band and write for a couple of websites outside my job. I find it actually helps in my day to day business.

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