#287 The Power of a Side Hustle | Jed Goldstein, JD

In this episode of SuperPsyched, host Dr. Adam Dorsay speaks with Jed Goldstein, a legal recruiter and musician, about the importance of having a fulfilling side hustle. Jed shares his journey from being an attorney to rediscovering his passion for guitar, which led him to join a successful Grateful Dead tribute band called Working Man's Jed. Throughout the conversation, they discuss how engaging in a side hustle can provide energy and fulfillment in other areas of life, such as work and family. They also explore the necessity of practice, the joy of playing music, and how empathy can improve individual lives and society. 00:00 Introduction to SuperPsyched 00:31 The Importance of a Side Hustle 00:53 Meet Jed Goldstein 01:55 Reconnecting with an Old Friend 06:07 Jed's Musical Journey Begins 08:42 The Joy of Playing in Bands 15:13 Balancing Music and Life 20:59 Rediscovering the Grateful Dead 27:29 Debating the Name Change 28:06 A Courageous Career Shift 30:19 Finding Fulfillment in Legal Recruiting 31:19 The Joy of Music and Family 33:10 The Art of Improvisation 46:02 Practicing and Perfecting the Craft 47:10 The Fountain of Youth 51:19 Final Thoughts and Reflections Helpful Links: Workingman’s Jed Jed Goldstein LinkedIn