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Talking Shop Episode – Setting Aside Time for Personal Projects

Today’s Talking Shop with Danny Outlaw comes in the form of a mini podcast rather than a video post. Why you ask? As may or may not know, I am going to be the host for the official podcast for the TUTS+ Tutorials websites. See this post I wrote on GraphicRiver for more details. As such, i figured I should brush up on my hosting and podcasting skills a little more. Talking into a mic is a lot different that doing videos if you can believe it. I apologize for the mic quality. I will be getting areal one in a few weeks. The podcast is only a few minutes long, so just bare with me.

The Question

@DannyOutlaw How do you allocate time for skill building or side projects? Is it scheduled around client work or regimented? (via @webdesignfanboy)

About Danny Outlaw

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  • http://frontenddesignconference.com Dan Denney

    I appreciate the in-depth answer and suggestions. I currently work for a small design shop and these types of things are primarily only done if there is a lull. I hope to make “the switch” before long and I think that doing tutorials, reading books and creating projects that you really enjoy are vital for growth.

    Thank you for the great answer and for mentioning Front-End! Oh, and congrats on the Tuts+ job. I’m so envious, Envato rocks!

  • http://www.insidethewebb.com/ Jake

    It’s true how hard it is to find time for your own personal projects. Once you start working for a firm or end up working full-time doing anything, web design and development has to turn into a hobby or side-project at best. There just aren’t enough hours in the day to study new concepts, nevermind complete new projects or hunt for new work.

  • http://www.andrewlindstrom.com Andrew

    I never thought to start the day off with personal projects, I always end up doing them in the evening for some reason. I would imagine it’s a great way to get yourself into “work mode” as well.