[akulbe]

I have been doing this for a couple years now. I am about to make some big changes, as a result of the side work taking off.

I work early/late, so that side work wouldn't conflict with my day job. I worked Saturdays.

I'm a systems guy, not a dev as much as I really want to be. I'm getting into automation stuff, and learning enough programming to help me be a better sysadmin (Ruby, for Chef).

I'm always reading, and working to improve my skills (technical, and otherwise)

I took every opportunity to do side work, for some extra money. It's paid off well, and now the scales are tipping to where I've easily replaced my day job income.

I have an email address listed in my profile. I'd be happy to talk more, if you're interested.