How to Turn Your Side Project Into a Resume Magnet

Lucas and Luna explore how a side project can transform your resume from a list of duties into a story of initiative. Using the example of a marketing coordinator who built a public newsletter that grew to 5,000 subscribers in six months—and used it to land a senior role at a major agency—they break down the three elements recruiters actually look for in side work: measurable outcomes, transferable skills, and a clear narrative. Lucas shares data from a 2025 LinkedIn survey showing that candidates with a relevant side project are 2.3 times more likely to get a callback than those without. Luna pushes back on the myth that side projects only matter for tech roles, citing examples from education and retail. They also address the trap of listing too many unfinished projects and how to know when a side project is ready for your resume. If you've ever wondered whether your weekend coding experiment or volunteer newsletter is worth including, this episode gives you the framework to decide. #SideProjects #ResumeBuilding #CareerAdvice #JobSearch #LinkedInSurvey #TransferableSkills #Networking #PersonalBrand #Recruiters #CareerPivot #Marketing #DataDriven #ProfessionalDevelopment #JobHunt #ResumeTips #Careers #FexingoBusiness #BusinessPodcast Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo