446 - Joilson Day

Joilson Day is a freelance web designer that is building strategic websites for entrepreneurs. With over 10 years of experience, he has worked with countless clients to build landing pages, robust websites, and custom solutions.

In his free time he enjoys cars and vintage things.

Twitter (X) → x.com/joilsonday
Instagram → instagram.com/joilsonday
LinkedIn → linkedin.com/in/joilsonday

Joilson's Workspace Tour

Workspace Items

• Logitech C920 webcam
• Onistek White Articulated Monitor Support
• Acer H277hu 27 monitor
• Nogue desk mat

What is the most recent item that you've added to your workspace?

I have two new items.
- Webcam Logitech C920
- Onistek White Articulated Monitor Support 17 to 30 Piston F90b

Extra Curiosities

My monitor is an Acer H277hu 27 and it doesn't have a Vesa hole for this bracket. The Brazilian market doesn't have an adapter for my monitor and importing one is extremely expensive, almost the price of a new monitor.

I've always liked building things and testing, so I decided to create an adapter for my stand. After a lot of thinking and testing materials, I managed to build a system that fit and held my monitor.

I have the full construction process in my Instagram highlights, "Setup" (content in Pt-Br). I'm happy! Bootstrapping style!

Materials used:
- Wooden flooring, cut into squares
- The same metals used to attach overhead cabinets
- Screws and tools for cutting and drilling

How do you spark creativity?

Sometimes a shower sparks new ideas, other times, a visual search on design websites and brands.
I'm always on the move, reading, writing down my thoughts and plans with pen and paper, and also prioritizing rest.

Usually on the weekends, I ride my classic car (1980 Ford Belina) with my wife, or run with my road bike (Grace Walker inspired me to cycle again).

What does your typical day look like?

I usually wake up at 7:30am and go to bed at 10:30pm.

When I get up, I like the silence, wash my face, and drink a glass of fresh water. I make a good coffee and eat something nutritious to ensure my day is productive. And sometimes, of course, a chocolate cake and coffee.
At 9am I sit at my computer and organize my day. I usually prospect clients. The afternoon is reserved for work or meetings with clients.

I stay up until 7pm. Then I focus on things around the house and watch something on YouTube or a streaming series.

I don't have a set time to exercise, so I fit in the gym in the morning or early afternoon. It's invigorating and I miss it when I'm not doing anything.