Create a Portfolio Career

A 'portfolio career' involves stitching together a livelihood by adding up different gigs. Building a solid portfolio career is a superpower in a world where 'job security' is increasingly fragile.

For instance, I write a reader-funded newsletter, freelance for national and international publications, do some public speaking and teaching, offer my services as a consultant and guest editor, and mentor folks on Topmate. The chaos of managing so many different income streams does get a bit hairy from time to time, but I am hugely grateful for the chance to work with so many kind and interesting people all over the world. Plus it helps me derisk my livelihood by diversifying my bets, and it has allowed me to harness skills and knowledge that would otherwise rust away.

I am excited to speak with you about whether a portfolio career is right for you, and how you too can have fun and unlock new income by tapping into multiple gigs. Book a 1:1 call with me. And as prep, check out this nuanced essay on the subject.

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