How do you combine a full-time job and building a startup?

Question

Ideally, you should be fully dedicated to your startup. But that's sometimes not the case, due to different circumstances!

Usually I try to dedicate time specifically for building and not overlap it with the job, otherwise productivity and performance levels might not be at peak levels.

And although I say this, I still spend half my lunch break on startup stuff and not on actual rest 😅

How about you?

Accepted Answer

Balancing a full-time job and building a startup can be a real challenge, but it's definitely possible. One thing you can do is to set aside specific blocks of time each week to work on your startup. It's important to be disciplined with your time and make sure that you're making progress on your startup goals, even if it's just a little bit each day. Another strategy is to try to find ways to leverage your full-time job skills and experience to benefit your startup.

James Tedy · Answer

i usually spent about an hour or two after work, but only on specific days (2 days a week), and then spare more time to work on the on weekend

Maya A · Answer

Ahh, this is a tough one!! Currently in the same boat. Been trying to wake up early and use 3-4 hours in the morning before work exclusively for building. One thing that helps me is having that line of separation and compartmentalizing my mind.

James Tedy · Answer

@veselin_kostov yes ofc. I don't spent the whole weekend for it anymore (maybe except for Saturday sometimes). and try to always empty my evening to get a rest and relax

Veselin Kostov · Answer

@mayaa.17 This is a good approach! You can also try doing some activity between the switch from building to job. Something like to the gym or for a walk - just to make that mind switch.

And what are you working on, if it's not a secret? :)

Veselin Kostov · Answer

@triceviolant Fully agreed Beatrice! Discipline and making full use of your time are crucial.

Veselin Kostov · Answer

@james_tedy Sounds good! And do you get enough time to rest on the weekend?

How do you combine a full-time job and building a startup?

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