Time/week spent: 5h - 20h

Time was spent writing and refining material, performing at open mics, networking with other comedians, and promoting shows. Initially, more time was dedicated to writing and attending open mics to gain experience. Over time, as material and performance skills improved, the focus shifted to booking gigs and marketing. The time commitment varied based on the number of performances scheduled. Online, people often mention that the hustle is demanding, especially when starting out, with many spending significant time on writing and performing to build a reputation.