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Facing, embracing and reframing imposter syndrome

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Picture this. You’ve spent years building up your professional expertise. You put in the grind, established a solid reputation and now people are starting to turn to you as the go-to expert in your field. They’re asking you to lead talks, join panels, take part in conferences and mentor others, and they’re paying big money … Continued

How to achieve career success through an inspiring community

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In the grand scheme of things, portfolio careers are a pretty new concept to a lot of people. Sure, the term’s been around since the 90s, but many professionals became wise to the portfolio career path during the pandemic. In fact, it’s only in the past year have we seen the phrase become more commonplace. … Continued

Why I chose to work with a startup

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When I started my career as a shoe designer, I had no idea what I was getting myself into. Or that everything I’d learn working with shoes would set me up with the experience and mindset I needed to embrace a portfolio career – and soon after that a mentoring role at a startup. Now, … Continued

5 ways tech skills can benefit your portfolio career

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Portfolio careers are popular because there is so much flexibility in what you can do. You’re not limited to one job or income stream. If you’re interested in something, you can learn a new skill and turn that into a money making venture. Let’s say you want to dip your toes into the ever-expanding world … Continued

Money, time and growth: how to plan a portfolio career

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In a world that we don’t understand but need to explain, anxiety often acts as the driving force behind our decisions. Uncertainty can paralyse us, especially with career choices. Perhaps it’s that awareness of uncertainty that makes people either question or delay the inevitable transition to self-employment. But you can’t let the fear of the … Continued

How to manage your time more efficiently

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Time management can be tricky, particularly when you have a portfolio career. You have the freedom to choose what you work on, who you work with and when you do your work – and that can quickly complicate any schedule. Sure, there are deadlines to be met, but the flexible and often unstructured nature of … Continued

How to balance a side hustle with your day job

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It’s never been easier to start a business, which is why so many people are joining the side hustle economy. But how do you manage a side hustle without leaving your day job and, by extension, that steady income you rely on, behind? The good news is that balancing both is totally achievable and increasingly … Continued

How to build a values-driven career

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There’s no hard fast rule that says you shouldn’t love what you do for a living, yet so many people fall into work that doesn’t inspire them – nearly 50% of people, in fact. It’s a sobering realisation, knowing that a third of your life is spent working. So why shouldn’t you build something that … Continued

When (and how) to say no to a client

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Most people are drawn to the portfolio lifestyle because of the freedom it offers. You’re in control of your career, making you the ultimate decision maker – you choose when to work, who to work with, and, most importantly, when to say no. Yes, there is an element of client pleasing required, but ultimately you … Continued

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