In Episode 22 , here's what's on the agenda:

💡 Insight: Portfolio professionals and the future of work.

📰 Unpopular Opinion: Portfolio careers seem like a future-ready way to work

🧰 Expert Interview: 5 Ways To Make $1 Million As A Writer - Nicolas Cole

✨Food For Thought: 7 Reasons Why You Need a Career Portfolio

Insights:

Today, many of us want more than a ‘traditional’ 9–5.

We want flexibility, variety and the chance to expand our skills beyond our current job title.

In essence, what many of us want is a portfolio career.

But what does that look like, and how will it fare in the future of work?

Put simply, it’s a career made up of a variety of roles and income streams that make the most of your skills.

And these days, many of us are thinking more broadly about what we have to offer – and about what our jobs can offer us.

A portfolio career often starts with a primary job and a side hustle, evolving into a blend of full- and part-time roles.

Let's say you're into graphic design at your main gig.

Your side hustle could be creating custom illustrations for clients.

As your portfolio career unfolds, you might add part-time roles like teaching a design workshop or offering consulting services to small businesses looking to spruce up their branding.

The beauty is, your career mix can be as diverse as your creativity and skills allow. It's like curating your own professional adventure!

Ever thought about turning your passion for something into a side hustle or teaching others the skills you excel at? Share your thoughts and tag us on social media

Unpopular Opinion

Portfolio careers seem like a future-ready way to work

You know, nowadays, thinking a job is totally 'safe' or a career is super 'stable' is a bit like believing in unicorns.

Seriously!

Look around, and you'll see job losses happening all over the world.

Relying only on one job for your income isn't as secure as it used to be.

Think about it – with technology doing its thing, unexpected global events, and economic ups and downs, job security is not what it once was.

The world is changing fast, and our careers need to keep up.

That's why I'm all for having multiple strings to your professional bow. You've got to spread your wings a bit.

Diversify, they say.

And one cool way to do that is by having what they call a 'portfolio career.'

It's not as complicated as it sounds.

It's like having a collection of jobs or gigs that match your skills. You might have your main gig, a side hustle, and maybe a couple of other things you love doing.

It's like building your own safety net.

If one thing wobbles, you've got other stuff holding you up. It's not about job hopping, it's about being smart and ready for whatever the work world throws at you.

So, who's up for creating their own career portfolio?

Expert Interview:

5 Ways To Make $1 Million As A Writer - Nicolas Cole

This podcast is pure gold, especially if you're into rethinking your career game.

In this episode, Nicolas Cole, a writer, entrepreneur, and Ship 30 for 30 mentor, talks about turning your passion into profit, especially through online writing.

Nicolas shares some serious wisdom on making your mark on the internet, from kickstarting your journey to building an audience that's all about what you do.

If you're dreaming about transforming your passion into an online gig that pays the bills, this is the episode you've been waiting for.

Food For Thought:

7 Reasons why you need a career portfolio

1. Your career portfolio is the digital key to showcasing skills in the tech-driven era.

2. It is your fast pass, offering a quick view of qualifications in a high-speed job market.

3. It ensures a stellar first impression, providing quick insights into your professional identity.

4. It spotlights unique skills, standing out in job applications and revealing 21st-century prowess.

5. It makes networking easy – connects you with opportunities while spotlighting your skills.

6. It reveals how you navigate challenges and stay ahead in your industry.

7. It is not just a tool, it's an essential asset proving your value, building your brand, and staying current in a competitive job market.

Closing Thoughts: 

Imagine a world where lots of folks aren't happy with their regular jobs.

That's where the cool idea of having a portfolio career comes in.

It's like having a menu of jobs where you get to pick what makes you happy, choose when you want to work, and even decide who you want to work with.

Super flexible, right?

But it's not just about doing fun work. It's also a smart move for your wallet.

Instead of putting all your eggs (or in this case, your money) in one basket (one job), you spread them out across different things you do.

So, if one thing doesn't work out, you're still good.

You might lose a little, but you won't lose everything.

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Hira Saeed

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