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Charlie wants to know: how much time do people actually spend on their side projects? He has limited time and wants to make sure he's spending it on the right things.
We actually did a survey on this. The answers varied widely, but the median was around 7–10 hours a week. That's a real commitment — but also a manageable one. A lot of us spend that much time watching TV. Spent deliberately and intentionally on a project you care about, 7–10 hours can produce a lot.
On time-tracking: there are plenty of tools, both free and paid. Chris uses Timeular (~$8/month) — useful not just for logging hours but for keeping on track and staying accountable to how you've allocated your time.
The bigger question isn't total hours — it's whether the hours you're spending are on the things that actually move the needle. Many side hustlers spend time on things that feel productive but don't contribute to profitability or growth. Time-tracking often reveals this.
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