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Meet the Team: Charlotte Owen

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When Charlotte Owen stumbled across The Portfolio Collective, she was on the hunt for a role that allowed her to work flexibly and juggle her most important job as a new mum. All it took was a nudge from her long-time friend and community member Nicola Twiston Davies and a deep dive into all our … Continued

How knowing my WHY completely transformed my career, twice

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When I first started my portfolio career, I was armed with an arsenal of graphic design and branding knowledge, a desire to champion the weirdos of the world and an unparalleled strangeness that spoke to a new generation of entrepreneurs.Now, five years in, I’ve built (and exited) a business I can be proud of and … Continued

The curious spirit of startup sensations: Bulent’s story

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Bulent Osman has always been driven by a passion for learning and a curiosity to explore the unexplored. That inspired a diverse range of twists and turns in his career as he squiggled from accountant to consultant to salesperson and team leader within several large tech companies. After he built and successfully exited his own … Continued

Meet the Team: Krzysztof Janiszewski

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Kryzysztof Janiszewski has never shied away from a learning opportunity – in fact, it’s been a cornerstone of his career. And that passion for developing skills and facing new challenges is what led him to his role as Technical Team Lead at The Portfolio Collective. As a vital member of our team, Krzysztof works busily … Continued

How to create a stronger TPC profile

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Being part of the The Portfolio Collective community is about more than just expanding your network and strengthening your skillset – it’s about defining who you are (and who you want to be) as a portfolio professional. And it’s about building a thriving, satisfying  career and life. It is difficult. That’s why we work tirelessly … Continued

Future-proofing for a new world: Nikita’s story

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Ever since she left university, Nikita Khandwala knew she wanted to craft an intentional and meaningful career. Now, she helps others do the same, and she’s a shining example of the new generation of Gen-Z portfolio professionals. She’s fascinated by what the future of careers will look like and passionate about empowering individuals to be … Continued

Welcome to the era of cohort-based learning

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These days, we’re used to having an endless ravine of knowledge at our fingertips, but fifteen years ago, the concept of an open and easily-accessible online course was revolutionary.Suddenly, you could learn a life skill and level up your professional capabilities from the comfort of your office chair. You didn’t have to pay extortionate amounts … Continued

5 Books Every Portfolio Professional Should Read

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There’s nothing better than a good book. A good book can transport and inspire you. It can help you realise things about yourself that you never knew were possible. And it can be just the thing you need to make a change and build the career you’ve always wanted. So in honour of National Book … Continued

Meet the team: Charlie Rogers

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Being passionate about what you do and finding work that aligns with your values is so important. At a young age, Charlie Rogers realised there were other ways to approach working – he could have a purpose-driven career, and he could do it on his own terms. That ignited an interest in the future of … Continued