12 Side Projects in 12 Months

We all have it: that list of projects to launch ‘someday’. Last year, I transformed mine from a wishlist to a to-do list. The goal: complete 12 side projects in 12 months. One year on, I break down the lessons learned from the Side Project Project to show how to draw insights from seemingly unrelated projects. From 3D modelling and launching a newsletter to museum exhibitions and a text adventure starring an undead pharaoh. No idea was off limits and all were chronicled live.

In these times of uncertainty and burnout, side projects have an increasing role to play. But first, we have to overcome the fear of failure and learn to embrace the hobby, not just the hustle. With a year in side projects, anyone can do exactly that.