Side projects can be good for our careers and even our mental health. They help us grow as creatives and give us something to look forward to that we can control. Something that doesn't have the pressure of a client or other stakeholder.

In this episode of Halftime, Adam discusses the importance of side projects, how they can make us become known for something and can lead to our dream clients.

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Jeni Herberger, The Fulcrum Agency

AIRMAX 100 Project

Episode 15: Matt Stevens

Episode 22: Fraser Davidson

Jessica Hische

Daily Drop Cap

Tobias van Schneider, Spotify

Spotify's Design Lead on Why Side Projects Should be Stupid

Dan Simon, Studio Simon

Episode 2: Joe Bosack & Co.

Episode 10: Ben Jenkins, Warstic Bat Co.

Episode 27: Bethany Heck, The Eephus League

Lifehacker: Why Side Projects Are Good For You

Episode 34 (Halftime): Just Start

On the next podcast, the partners of Doubleday & Cartwrightwill be joining the podcast. D&C is a New York City creative agency focusing on sport and culture. Along with working with clients such as Nike, ESPN and Red Bull, D&C is recently noted for designing the newMilwaukee Bucks visual identity.

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