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How do you build a creative life that spans music, writing, film, and spiritual practice? Alicia Jo Rabins talks about weaving multiple creative strands into a sustainable career and why the best advice for any creator might simply be: just make the thing. In the intro, backlist promotion strategy [Written Word Media]; Successful author business [Novel Marketing Podcast]; Alliance of Independent Authors Indie Author Bookstore; Bones of the Deep – J.F. Penn This podcast is sponsored by Kobo Writing Life, which helps authors self-publish and reach readers in global markets through the Kobo eco-system. You can also subscribe to the Kobo Writing Life podcast for interviews with successful indie authors. This show is also supported by my Patrons. Join my Community at Patreon.com/thecreativepenn Alicia Jo Rabins is an award-winning writer, musician, performer, as well as a Torah teacher and ritualist. She's the creator of Girls In Trouble, a feminist indie-folk song cycle about biblical women, and the award-winning film, A Kaddish for Bernie Madoff. Her latest book is a memoir, When We Are Born We Forget Everything. You can listen above or on your favorite podcast app or read the notes and links below. Here are the highlights, and the full transcript is below. Show Notes Building a sustainable multi-disciplinary creative career through teaching, performance, grants, and donations Trusting instinct in the early generative stages of creativity and separating generation from editing Adapting and reimagining religious and cultural source material through music, writing, and performance The challenges of transitioning from poetry to long-form prose memoir, including choosing a lens for your story Making an independent film on a shoestring budget without waiting for Hollywood's permission Finding your creative voice and building confidence by leaning into vulnerability and returning to the practice of making You can find Alicia at AliciaJo.com. Transcript of the interview with Alicia Jo Rabins Joanna: Alicia Jo Rabins is an award-winning writer, musician, performer, as well as a Torah teacher and ritualist. She's the creator of Girls In Trouble, a feminist indie-folk song cycle about biblical women, and the award-winning film, A Kaddish for Bernie Madoff. Her latest book is a memoir, When We Are Born We Forget Everything. So welcome to the show, Alicia. Alicia: Thank you so much. I'm delighted to be here. Joanna: There is so much we could talk about. But first up— Tell us a bit more about you and how you've woven so many strands of creativity into your life and career. Alicia: Yes, well, I am a maximalist. What happened in terms of my early life is that I started writing on my own, just extremely young. I'm one of those people who always loved writing, always processed the world and managed my emotions and came to understand myself through writing. So from a very young age, I felt really committed to writing. Then I had the good fortune that my mother saw a talk show about the Suzuki method of learning violin—when you start really young and learn by ear, which is modelled after language learning. It's so much less intellectual and much more instinctual, learning by copying. She was like, that looks like a cool thing. I was three years old at the time and she found out that there was a little local branch of our music conservatory that had a Suzuki violin programme. So when I was three and a half, getting close to four, she took me down and I started playing an extremely tiny violin. Joanna: Oh, cute! Alicia: Yes, and because it was part of this conservatory that was downtown, and we were just starting at the suburban branch where we lived, there was this path that I was able to follow. As I got more and more interested in violin, I could continue basically up through the conservatory level during high school. So I had a really fantastic music education without any pressure, without any expectations or professional goals. I just kept taking these classes and one thing led to another. I grew up being very immersed in both creative writing and music, and I think just having the gift of those two parts of my brain trained and stimulated and delighted so young really changed my brain in some ways. I'll always see the world through this creative lens, which I think I'm also just set up to do personally. Then the last step of my multi-practice career is that in college I got very interested in Jewish spirituality. I'm Jewish, but I didn't grow up very religious. I didn't grow up in a Jewish community really. So I knew some basics, but not a ton. In college I started to study it and also informally learned from other people I met. I ended up going on a pretty intense spiritual quest, going to Jerusalem and immersing myself after college for two years in traditional Jewish study and practice. So that became the third strand of the braid that had already been started with music and writing. Torah study, spiritual study, and teaching became the third, and they all interweave. The last thing I'll say is that because I work in both words and music, and naturally performance because of music, it began to branch a little bit into plays, theatre, and film, just because that's where the intersection of words, performance, and music is. So that's really what brought me into that, as opposed to any specific desire to work in film. It all happened very organically. Joanna: I love this. This is so cool. We are going to circle back to a lot of this, but I have to ask you— What about work for money at any point? How did this turn into more than just hobbies and lifestyle? Alicia: Yes, absolutely. Well, I'm very fortunate that I did not graduate college with loans because my parents were able to pay for college. That was a big privilege that I just want to name, because in the States that's often not the case. So that allowed me to need to support myself, but not also pay loans, which was a real gift. What happened was I went straight from college to that school in Jerusalem, and there I was on loans and scholarship, so I didn't have to worry yet about supporting myself. Then when I came back to the States, I actually found on Craigslist a job teaching remedial Hebrew. It was essentially teaching kids at a Jewish elementary school who either had learning differences or had just entered the school late and needed to be in a different Hebrew class than the other kids in their grade. That was my first experience of really teaching, and I just absolutely fell in love with it. Although in the end, my passion is much more for teaching the text and rituals and the wrestling with the concepts, as opposed to teaching language. So all these years, while doing performance and writing and all these things, I have been teaching Jewish studies. That has essentially supported me, I would say, between 50 and 70 per cent. Then the rest has been paid gigs as a musician, whether as a front person leading a project or as what we call a sideman, playing in someone else's band. Sometimes doing theatre performances, sometimes teaching workshops. That's how I've cobbled it together. I have not had a full-time job all these years and I have supported myself through both earned income and also grants and donations. I've really tried to cultivate a little bit of a donor base, and I took some workshops early on about how to welcome donations. So I definitely try to always welcome that as well. Joanna: That is so interesting that you took a workshop on how to welcome donations. Way back in, I think 2013, I said on this show, I just don't know if I can accept people giving to support the show. Then someone on the podcast challenged me and said, but people want to support creatives. That's when I started Patreon in 2014. It was when The Art of Asking by Amanda Palmer came out and— It was this realisation that people do want to support people. So I love that you said that. Alicia: It's not easy. It's still not easy for me, and I have to grit my teeth every time I even put in my end-of-year newsletter. I just say, just a reminder that part of what makes this possible is your generous donations, and I'm so grateful to you. It's not easy. I think some people enjoy fundraising. I certainly don't instinctively enjoy it, but I have learned to think of it exactly the way that you're saying. I mean, I love donating to support other people's projects. Sometimes it's the highlight of my day. If I'm having a bad day and someone asks for help, either to feed a family or to complete a creative project, I just feel like, okay, at least I can give $36 or $25 and feel like I did something positive in the last hour, even if my project is going terribly and I'm in a fight with my kid or something. So I have to keep in mind that it is actually a privilege to give as well as a privilege to receive. Joanna: Absolutely. So let's get back into your various creative projects. The first thing I wanted to ask you, because you do have so many different formats and forms of your creativity—how do you know when an idea that comes to you should be a song, or something you want to do as a performance, or written, or a film? Tell us a bit about your creative process. Because a lot of your projects are also longer-term. Alicia: Yes. It's funny, I love planning and in some ways I'm an extreme planner. I really drive people in my family bonkers with planning, like family vacations a year in advance. In terms of my creativity, I'm very planful towards goals, but in that early generative state, I am actually pure instinct. I don't think I ever sit down and say, “I have this idea, which genre would it match with?” It's more like I sit on my bed and pick up my guitar, which is where I love to do songwriting, just sitting on my bed cross-legged, and I pick up my guitar and something starts coming out. Then I just work with that kernel. So it's very nebulous at first, very innate, and I just follow that creative spirit. Often I don't even know what a project is, sometimes if it's a larger project, until a year or two in. Once things emerge and take shape, then my planning brain and my strategy brain can jump on it and say, “Okay, we need three more songs to fill out the album, and we need to plan the fundraising and the scheduling.” Then I might take more of an outside-in approach. At the beginning it's just all instinct. Joanna: So if you pick up your guitar, does that mean it always starts in music and then goes into writing? Or is that you only pick up a guitar if it's going to be musical? Alicia: I think I'm responding to what's inside me. It's almost like a need, as opposed to, “I'm going to sit down and work.” I mean, obviously I sit down and work a lot, but I think in that early stage of anything, it's more like my fingers are itching to play something, and so I sit down and pick up my guitar. Sometimes nothing comes out and sometimes the kernel of a song comes out. Or I'm at a café, and I often like to write when I'm feeling a little bit discombobulated, just to go into the complexity of things or use challenging emotions as fuel. I really do use it as a—I don't know if therapeutic is the word, but I think it maybe is. I write often, as I always have, as I said before, to understand what I'm thinking. Like Joan Didion said—to process difficult emotions, to let go of stuck places. So I think I create almost more out of a sense of just what I need in the moment. Sometimes it's just for fun. Sometimes picking up a guitar, I just have a moment so I sit down and mess around. Sometimes it's to help me struggle with something. It doesn't always start in music. That was a random example. I might sit down to write because I have an hour and I think, I haven't written in a while. Or I do have an informal daily writing thing where I'll try to generate one loose draft of something a day, even if it's only ten pages. I mean, sorry, ten words. Joanna: I was going to say! Alicia: No, no. Ten words. I'm sorry. It's often poetry, so it feels like a lot when it's ten words. I'll just sit down with no pressure, no goal, no intention to make anything specific. Just open the floodgates and see what comes out. That's where every single project of mine has started. Joanna: Yes, I do love that. Obviously, I'm a discovery writer and intuitive, same as you. I think very much this idea of, especially when you said you feel discombobulated, that's when you write. I almost feel like I need that. I'm not someone who writes every day. I don't do ten lines or whatever. It's that I'll feel that sense of pressure building up into “this is going to be something.” I will really only write or journal when that spills over into— “I now need to write and figure out what this is.” Alicia: Yes. It's almost a form of hunger. It feels to me similar to when you eat a great meal and then you're good for a while. You're not really thinking of it, and then it builds up, like you said, and then there's a need—at least the first half of creativity. I really separate my generation and my editing. So my generative practice is all openness, no critique, just this maybe therapeutic, maybe curious, wandering and seeing what happens. Then once I have a draft, my incisive editing mind is welcome back in, which has been shut out from that early process. So that's a really different experience. Those early stages of creativity are almost out of need more than obligation. Joanna: Well, just staying with that generative practice. Obviously you've mentioned your study of and practice of Jewish tradition and Jewish spirituality. Steven Pressfield in his books has talked about his prayer to the muse, and I've got on my wall here—I don't talk about this very often, actually — I have a muse picture, a painting of what I think of as a muse spirit in some form. So do you have any spiritual practices around your generative practice and that phase of coming up with ideas? Alicia: I love that question, and I wish I had a beautiful, intentional answer. My answer is no. I think I experience creativity as its own spiritual practice itself. I do love individual prayer and meditation and things like that, but for me those are more to address my specifically spiritual health and happiness and connectedness. I'm just a dive-in kind of person. As a musician, I have friends who have elaborate backstage rituals. I have to do certain things to take care of my voice, but even that, it's mostly vocal rest as opposed to actively doing things. There's a bit of an on/off switch for me. Joanna: That's interesting. Well, I do want to ask you about one of your projects, this collaboration with a high school on a musical performance, I Was a Desert: Songs of the Matriarchs, and also your Girls in Trouble songs about women in the Torah. On your website, I had a look at the school, the high school, and the musical performance. It was extraordinary. I was watching you in the school there and it's just such extraordinary work. It very much inspired me—not to do it myself, but it was just so wonderful. I do urge people to go to your website and just watch a few minutes of it. I'm inspired by elements of religion, Christian and Jewish, but I wondered if you've come up against any issues with adaptation—respecting your heritage but also reinventing it. How has this gone for you. Any advice for people who want to incorporate aspects of religion they love but are worried about responses? Alicia: Well, I have to say, coming from the Jewish tradition, that is a core practice of Judaism—reinterpreting our texts and traditions, wrestling with them, arguing with them, reimagining them. I don't know if you're familiar with Midrash, but just in case some of your listeners aren't sure I'll explain it. There's essentially an ancient form of fanfic called Midrash, which was the ancient rabbis, and we still do it today, taking a biblical story that seems to have some kind of gap or inconsistency or question in it and writing a story to fill that gap or recast the story in an interestingly different light. So we have this whole body of literature over thousands of years that are these alternate or added-on adventures, side quests of the biblical characters. What I'm doing from a Jewish perspective is very much in line with a traditional way of interacting with text. I've certainly never gotten any pushback, especially as I work in progressive Jewish communities. I think if I were in an extremely fundamentalist community, there would be a lot of different issues around gender and things like that. The interpretive process, even in those communities, is part of how we show respect for the text. When I was working with the high school—and I just want to call out the choir director, Ethan Chen, who has an incredible project where he brings in a different artist every two years to work with the choir, and they tend to have a different cultural focus each time. He invited me specifically to integrate my songwriting about biblical women with his amazing high school choir. I was really worried at first because most of them are not Jewish—very few of them, if any. I wanted to respect their spiritual paths and their religious heritages and not impose mine on them. So I spent a lot of time at the beginning saying, this project has religious source material, but essentially it is a creative reinterpretive project. I am not coming to you to bring the religious material to you. I'm coming to take the shared Hebrew Bible myths and then reinterpret those myths through a lens of how they might reflect our own personal struggles, because that's always my approach to these ancient stories. I wanted to really make that clear to the students. It was such a joy to work with them. Joanna: It's such an interesting project. Also, I find with musicians in general this idea of performance. You've written this thing—or this thing specifically with the school—and it doesn't exist again, right? You're not selling CDs of that, I presume. Whereas compared to a book, when we write a book, we can sell it forever. It doesn't exist as a performance generally for an author of a memoir or a novel. It carries on existing. So how does that feel, the performance idea versus the longer-lasting thing? I mean, I guess the video's there, but the performance itself happened. Alicia: I do know what you mean. Absolutely. We did, for that reason, record it professionally. We had the sound person record it and mix it, so it is available to stream. I'm not selling CDs, but it's out there on all the streaming services, if people want to listen. I do also have the scores, so if a choir wanted to sing it. The main point that you're making is so true. I think there's actually something very sacred about live performance—that we're all in the moment together and then the moment is over. I love the artefacts of the writing life. I love writing books. I love buying and reading books and having them around, and there's piles of them everywhere in this room I'm standing in. I feel like being on stage, or even teaching, is a very spiritual practice for me, because it's in some ways the most in-the-moment I ever am. The only thing that matters is what's happening right then in that room. It's fleeting as it goes. I'm working with the energy in the room while we're there. It's different every time because I'm different, the atmosphere is different, the people are different. There's no way to plan it. The kind of micro precision that we all try to bring to our editing—you can't do that. You can practice all you want and you should, but in the moment, who knows? A string breaks or there's loud sound coming from the other room. It is just one of those things. I love being reminded over and over again of the truth that we really don't control what happens. The best that we can do is ride it, surf it, be in it, appreciate it, and then let it go. Joanna: I think maybe I get a glimpse of that when I speak professionally, but I'm far more in control in that situation than I guess you were with—I don't know how many—was it a hundred kids in that choir? It looked pretty big. Alicia: It was amazing. It was 130 kids. Yes. Joanna: 130 kids! I mean, it was magic listening to it. And yes, of course, showing my age there with buying a CD, aren't I? Alicia: Well, I do still sell some CDs of Girls in Trouble on tour, because I have a bunch of them and people still buy them. I'm always so grateful because it was an easier life for touring musicians when we could just bring CDs. Now we have to be very creative about our merch. Joanna: Yes, that's a good point because people are like, “Oh yes, I'll scan your QR code and stream it,” but you might not get the money for that for ages, and it might just be five cents or whatever. Alicia: Streaming is terrible for live musicians. I mean, I don't know if you know the site Bandcamp, but it's essentially self-publishing for musicians. Bandcamp is a great way around that, and a lot of independent musicians use it because that's a place you can upload your music and people can pay $8 for an album. They can stream it on there if they want, or they can download it and have it. But, yes, it's hard out there for touring musicians. Joanna: Yes, for sure. Well, let's come to the book then. Your memoir, When We Are Born We Forget Everything. Tell us about some of the challenges of a book as opposed to these other types of performances. Alicia: Well, I come out of poetry, so that was my first love. That's what I majored in in college. That's what my MFA is in. Poetry is famously short, and I'm not one of those long-form poets. I have been trained for many years to think in terms of a one-page arc, if at all. Arc isn't even really a word that we use in poetry. So to write a full-length prose book was really an incredible education. Writing it basically took ten years from writing to publication, so probably seven years of writing and editing. I felt like there was an MFA-equivalent process in the number of classes I took, books I read, and work that went into it. So that was one of my main joys and challenges, really learning on the job to write long-form prose coming out of poetry. How to keep the engine going, how to think about ending one chapter in a way that leaves you with some torque or momentum so that you want to go into the next chapter. How many characters is too many? Who gets names and who doesn't? Some of these things that are probably pretty basic for fiction writers were all very new to me. That was a big part of my process. Then, of course, poets don't usually have agents. So once it was done, I began to query agents. It was the normal sort of 39 rejections and then one agent who really understood what I was trying to do. She's incredible, and she was able to sell the book. The longevity of just working on something for that long—I have a lot of joy in that longevity—but it does sometimes feel like, is this ever going to happen, or am I on a fool's errand? Joanna: I guess, again, the difference with performance is you have a date for the performance and it's done then. I suppose once you get a contract, then for sure it has to be done. But memoir in particular, you do have to set boundaries, because of course your life continues, doesn't it? So what were the challenges in curating what went into the book? Because many people listening know memoir is very challenging in terms of how personal it can be. Alicia: Yes, and one thing I think is so fascinating about memoir is choosing which lens to put on your story, on your own story. I heard early on that the difference between autobiography and memoir is that autobiography tries to give a really comprehensive view of a life, and memoir is choosing one lens and telling the story of a life through that lens, which is such a beautiful creative concept. I knew early on that I wanted this to be primarily a spiritual memoir, and also somewhat of an artistic memoir, because my creativity and my spirituality are so intertwined. It started off being spiritual, and also about my musical life, and also about my writing life. In the end, I edited out the part about my writing life, because writing about writing was just too navel-gazing. So there's nothing in there about me coming of age as a writer, which used to be in there, but that whole thing got taken out. Now it's spiritual and musical. For me, it really helped to start with those focuses, because I knew there may be things that were hugely important in my life, absolutely foundational, that were not really going to be either mentioned or gone deeply into in the book. For example, my husband teases me a lot about how few pages and words he gets. He's very important in my life, but I actually met him when I was 29, and this book really mainly takes place in the years leading up to that. There's a little bit of winding down in the first few years of my thirties, but this is not a book about my life with him. He is mentioned in it. That story is in there. Having those kinds of limitations around the canvas—there's a quote, I forget if it was Miranda July, but somebody said something like, basically when you put a limitation on your project, that's when it starts to be a work of art. Whatever it is, if you say, “I'm taking this canvas and I'm using these colours,” that's when it really begins, that initial limitation. That was very helpful. Joanna: It's also the beauty of memoir, because of course you can write different memoirs at different times. You can write something about your writing life. You can write something else about your marriage and your family later on. That doesn't all have to be in one book. I think that's actually something I found interesting. And I would also say in my memoir, Pilgrimage, my husband is barely mentioned either. Alicia: Does he tease you too? Joanna: No, I think he's grateful. He is grateful for the privacy. Alicia: That's why I keep saying, you should be grateful! Joanna: Yes. You really should. Like, maybe stop talking now. Alicia: Yes, exactly. I know. Marriage, memoir—those words should strike fear into his heart. Joanna: They definitely should. But let's just come back. When I look at your career— You just seem such an independent creative, and so I wondered why you decided to work with a traditional publisher instead of being an independent. How are you finding it as someone who's not in charge of everything? Alicia: It's a great question. The origin story for this memoir is that I was actually reading poetry at a writing conference called Bread Loaf in the States. This was 16 years ago or something. I was giving a poetry reading and afterwards an agent, not my agent, came up to me and said, you know, you have a voice. You should try writing nonfiction because you could probably sell it. Back to your question about how I support myself, I am always really hustling to make a living. It's not like I have some separate well-paying job and the writing has no pressure on it. So my ears kind of perked up. I thought, wait, getting paid for writing? Because poetry is literally not in the world. It's just not a concept for poets. That's not why we write and it's not a possibility. So a little light turned on in my brain. I thought, wow, that could be a really interesting element to add to my income stream, and it would be flexible and it would be meaningful. For a few years I thought, what nonfiction could I write? And I came up with the idea of writing a book about biblical women from a more scholarly perspective, because I teach that material and I've studied it. I went to speak to another agent and she said, well, you could do that, but if you actually want to sell a book, it's going to have to be more of a trade book. So if you don't want an academic press, which wouldn't pay very much, you would have to have some kind of memoir-like stories in there to just sweeten it so it doesn't feel academic. So then I began writing a little bit of spiritual memoir. I thought, okay, well, I'll write about a few moments. Then once I started writing, I couldn't stop. The floodgates really opened. That's how it ended up being a spiritual memoir with interwoven stories of biblical women. It became a hybrid in that sense. I knew from the beginning that this project—for all my saying earlier that I never plan anything and only work on instinct, I was thinking as I said that, that cannot be true. This time, I actually thought, what if, instead of coming from this pure, heart-focused place of poetry, I began writing with the intention of potentially selling a book? The way my fiction writer friends talked about selling their books. So that was always in my mind. I knew I would continue writing poetry, continue publishing with small presses, continue putting my own music out there independently, but this was a bit of an experiment. What if I try to interface with the publishing world, in part for financial sustainability? And because I had a full draft before I queried, I never felt like anyone was telling me what to write. I can't imagine personally selling a book on proposal, because I do need that full capacity to just swerve, change directions, be responsive to what the project is teaching me. I can't imagine promising that I'll write something, because I never know what I'll write. But writing at least a very solid draft first, I'm always delighted to get notes and make polish and rewrite and make things better. I took care of that freedom in the first seven years of writing and then I interfaced with the agent and publisher. Joanna: I was going to say, given that it's taken you seven to ten years to do this and I can't imagine that you're suddenly a multimillionaire from this book. It probably hasn't fulfilled the hourly rate that perhaps you were thinking of in terms of being paid for your work. I think some people think that everyone's going to end up with the massive book deal that pays for the rest of their life. I guess this book does just fit into the rest of your portfolio career. Alicia: Yes. One of the benefits of these long arcs that I like to work on is, one of them—and probably the primary one—is that the project gets to unfold on its own time. I don't think I could have rushed it if I wanted. The other is that it never really stopped me from doing any of my other work. Joanna: Mm-hmm. Alicia: So it's not like, oh, I gave up months of my life and all I got was this advance or something. It's like, I was living my life and then when I had a little bit of writing time—and I will say, it impacted my poetry. I haven't written as much poetry because I was working on this. So it wasn't like I just added it on top of everything I was already doing, but it was a pleasure to just switch to prose for a while. It was just woven into my life. I appreciated having this side project where no one was waiting for it. There were no deadlines, there was no stress around it, because I always have performances to promote and due dates for all kinds of work. It was just this really lovely arena of slow growth and play. When I wanted a reader, I could do a swap with a writer friend, but no one was ever waiting for it on deadline. So there's actually a lot of pleasure in that. Then I will say, I think I've made more from selling this than my poetry. Probably close to ten times more than I've ever made from any of my poetry. So on a poetry scale, it's certainly not going to pay for my life, but it actually does make a true financial difference in a way that much of my other work is a little more bit by bit by bit. It's actually a different scale. Joanna: Well, that's really good. I'm glad to hear that. I also want to ask you, because you've done so many things, and— I'm fascinated by your independent film, A Kaddish for Bernie Madoff. I have only watched the trailer. You are in it, you wrote it, directed it, and it's also obviously got other people in, and it's fascinating. It's about this particular point in history. I've written quite a lot of screenplay adaptations of my novels, and I've had some various amounts of interest, but the whole film industry to me is just a complete nightmare, far bigger nightmare than the book industry. So I wonder if you could maybe talk about this, because it just seems like you made a film, which is so cool. Alicia: Oh yes, thank you. Joanna: And it won awards, yes, we should say. Alicia: Did we win awards? Yes. It really, for an extremely low-budget indie film, went far further than my team and I could ever have imagined. I will say I never intended to make a film. Like most of the best things in my life, it really happened by accident. When I was living in New York— I lived there for many years—the 2008 financial collapse happened and I happened to have an arts grant that gave a bunch of artists workspace, studio space, in essentially an abandoned building in the financial district. It was an empty floor of a building. The floor had been left by the previous tenant, and there's a nonprofit that takes unused real estate in the financial district and lets artists work in it for a while. So I was on Wall Street, which was very rare for me, but for this year I was working on Wall Street. Even though I was working on poems, the financial collapse happened around me, and I did get inspired by that to create a one-woman show, which was more of a theatre show. That was already a huge leap for me because I had no real theatre experience, but it was experimental and growing out of my poetry practice and my music. It was a musical one-woman show about the financial collapse from a spiritual perspective, apparently. So I performed that. I documented it, and then a friend who lives in Portland, Oregon, where I now live, said, “I'm a theatre producer, I'd like to produce it here.” So then I rewrote it and did a run here in Portland of that show. Essentially, I started to tour it a little bit, but I got tired of it. It was too much work and it never really paid very much, and I thought, this is impacting my life negatively. I just want to do a really good documentation of the show. So I wanted to hire a theatre documentarian to just document the show so that it didn't disappear, like you were saying before about live performance. But one of the people I talked to actually ended up being an artistic filmmaker, as opposed to a documentarian. She watched the archival footage, just a single camera of the show, and said, “I don't think you should do this again and film it with three cameras. I think you should make it into a feature film. And in fact, I think maybe I should direct it, because there's all this music in it and I also direct music videos.” We had this kind of mind meld. Joanna: Mm. Alicia: I never intended to make a film, but she is a visionary director and I had this piece of IP essentially, and all the music and the writing. We adapted it together. We did it here in Portland. We did all the fundraising ourselves. We did not interface with Hollywood really. I think that would be, I just can't imagine. I love Hollywood, but I'm not really connected, and I can't imagine waiting for someone to give us permission or a green light to make this. It was experimental and indie, so we just really did it on the cheap. We had an amazing producer who helped us figure out how to do it with the budget that we had. We worked really hard fundraising, crowdfunding, asking for donations, having parties to raise money, and then we just did it and put it out there. I think my main advice—and I hear this a lot on screenwriting podcasts—is just make the thing. Make something, as opposed to trying to get permission to make something. Because unless you're already in that system, it's going to be really hard to get permission to make it. Once you make something, that leads to something else, which leads to something else. So even if it's a very short thing, or even if it's filmed on your phone, just actually make the thing. That turned out to be the right thing for us. Joanna: Yes, I mean, I feel like that is what underpins us as independent creatives in general. As an independent author, I feel the same way. I'm never asking permission to put a book in the world. No, thank you. Alicia: Exactly. We have a vision and we do it. It's harder in some ways, but that liberation of being able to really fully create our vision without having to compromise it or wait for permission, I think it's such a beautiful thing. Joanna: Well, we're almost out of time, but I do want to ask you about creative confidence. Alicia: Hmm. Joanna: I feel I'm getting a lot of sense about this at the moment, with all the AI stuff that's happening. When you've been creating a long time, like you and I have, we know our voice and we can lean into our voice. We are creatively confident. We'll fail a lot, but we'll just push on and try things and see what happens. Newer creators are struggling with this kind of confidence. How do I know what is my voice? How do I know what I like? How do I lean into this? So give us some thoughts about how to find your voice and how to find that creative confidence if you don't feel you have it. Alicia: I love that. One thing I will say is that I always think whatever is arising is powerful material to create from. So if a lack of confidence is arising, that's a really powerful feeling to directly explore and not just try to ignore. Although sometimes one has to just ignore those feelings. But to actually explore that feeling, because AI can't have that, right? AI can't really feel a crisis of confidence, and humans can. So that's a gift that we have, those kinds of sensitivities. I think to go really deep into whatever is arising, including the sense that we don't have the right to be creating, or we're not good enough, or whatever it is. Then I always do come back to a quote. I think it might have been John Berryman, but I'm forgetting which poet said it. A younger poet said, “How will I ever know if I'm any good?” And this famous poet said something like—I'm paraphrasing—”You'll never know if you're any good. If you have to know, don't write.” That has been really liberating to me, actually. It sounds a little harsh, but it's been really liberating to just let go of a sense of “good enough.” There is no good enough. The great writers never know if they're good enough. Coming back to this idea of just making without permission—the practice of doing the thing is being a writer. Caring and trying to improve our craft, that's the best that we can have. There's never going to be a moment where we're like, yes, I've nailed this. I am truly a hundred per cent a writer and I have found my voice. Everything's always changing anyway. I would say, either go into those feelings or let those feelings be there. Give them a little tea. Tell them, okay, you're welcome to be here, but you don't get to drive the boat. And then return to the practice of making. Joanna: Absolutely. Great. So where can people find you and your books and everything you do online? Alicia: Everything is on my website, which is AliciaJo.com, and also on Instagram at @ohaliciajo. I'd love to say hello to anyone who's interested in similar topics. Joanna: Brilliant. Well, thanks so much for your time, Alicia. That was great. Alicia: Thank you. I love your podcast. I'm so grateful for all that you've given the writing world, Jo.The post Creative Confidence, Portfolio Careers, And Making Without Permission with Alicia Jo Rabins first appeared on The Creative Penn.

How prepared is your board for the speed of change with AI?There is no single AI tool that works across an organization. Employees may already be experimenting with non-sanctioned AI LLMs, often without leadership visibility or governance oversight.Listen in as host Natalie Benamou is joined by Beth Grimm, an AI Governance and Risk Expert. Beth has extensive experience in life sciences, quality, and risk management. She brings a practical, grounded perspective on what boards and senior leaders need to understand about AI literacy, oversight, and accountability as adoption accelerates.Together, they discuss why AI governance is about enabling growth while managing risk. From defining use cases before selecting platforms to recognizing where exposure shows up when employees adopt tools informally, this conversation ties AI decisions directly to board oversight, trust, and long-term value creation.This episode is essential listening for board members, executives, and leaders navigating AI decisions that carry long-term strategic and fiduciary impact.3 Key Takeaways:AI strategy begins with the problem, not the toolLeaders must define use cases, business outcomes, and KPIs before selecting platforms or signing enterprise contracts.AI governance cannot sit with one personEffective oversight requires cross-functional champions across legal, IT, business, HR, and risk, not a single owner working in isolation.Oversight is continuous, not one-and-doneAI systems require ongoing human review, monitoring, and ROI measurement to ensure they behave as intended and deliver value.You are invited to attend Assessing and Building Trust in Unregulated AI World.Join Beth Grimm, Janice C. Haith and Lisa Agapis on January 2, 2026, 12 PM CT.REGISTER Keep shining your light bright. The world needs you.Thank you Beth for being a guest and valued member of HerCsuite® and NEXT2LEAD AI.About Beth GrimmBeth Grimm works with organizations to successfully navigate complex risk landscapes and foster leadership growth. Beth is a certified AI Governance Professional through the International Association of Privacy Professionals. She builds upon a career with roles in risk management and medical governance at a major pharmaceutical company. Beth is a trained coach and volunteers as leadership coach to prepare college students to land a strong first job after graduation.Connect with Natalie BenamouNatalie Benamou is Founder of HerCsuite®, women's leadership network and portfolio career company. She also serves as President and CEO of HER HEALTHX, a nonprofit bridging the care communication gap and improving health outcomes for women.

Are you feeling pushed by responsibility or being pulled toward possibilities?Today is a special episode just for you. It is all about personal reflection on gratitude, growth, and the quiet signals that guide us to decide what comes next. From a meaningful “take your mom to work” experience to moments of physical and emotional endurance, this is an invitation to pause and notice what's been tugging at your heart.A Proud Mom Moment Recently, I joined my daughter at Define Private Training, where she is a lead instructor. Watching her lead a program built around individualized goals lights me up.Here are 3 Leadership Lessons I learned from watching her:Leadership starts with planning: Thoughtful preparation creates a better experience for everyone.The best leaders exemplify empathy: Being aware, reading strengths, and meeting each woman exactly where she is creates progress.Great facilitators make it feel effortless: Coaching form, managing energy, and keeping the room connected is what seasoned facilitators do.Personal note: I learned that saving the 135-pound sled push for my last exercise may not have been my smartest strategy, but finishing it left me feeling exhilarated!As the year comes to a close, many of us find ourselves looking for the one thing to amplify and push us forward. Today I explore:The difference between being pushed by obligation and pulled by purposeWhy thoughtful preparation and empathy remain essential leadership strengthsHow great facilitators make hard things feel possibleThe importance of releasing what no longer fits, even when you're capable of itA simple Love, Like, Capable exercise to help regain alignmentWhy learning, curiosity, and experimentation often live in the love columnHow community, especially women supporting women, changes everythingI also share reflections on resilience, personal health journeys, and the importance of keeping our windshield bigger than our rearview mirror as we move into a new season.As we head into the new year, I am so grateful to the HerCsuite® Community and the clarity we found for HER HEALTHX poised to make a huge impact on women's health outcomes. On a personal note, my heart is overflowing with gratitude that our oldest daughter's health was finally diagnosed. She is now living on her own (after 4 years of being bed ridden) and my youngest daughter is leading women and beyond her years and it is a gift to see them grow.This episode is dedicated especially to you, all around the world who are tuning in. I want you to know how much I appreciate you, that you are valued and you matter. May you finish the year with peace and carry joy with you into the new year. Each of us has the ability to be a Baller and in demand. When we have that belief, we are ready to amplify the one thing that lights us up and move forward.Keep shining your light bright. The world needs you.About the HostNatalie Benamou is Founder of HerCsuite®, women's leadership network and portfolio career company. She also serves as President and CEO of HER HEALTHX, a nonprofit bridging the care communication gap and improving health outcomes for women.

เลิกยึดติดงานประจำเต็มเวลา ให้หางานแบบ Porfolioจากบทความ Work in 2050: Fewer Full-Time Gigs, Portfolio Careers are In, and How to Stay Smart, Jobgether.Leadership Every Day: Start your day thinking like a leader.เริ่มต้นวัน ด้วยวิธีคิดแบบผู้นำIf you are a great leader, many lives will have a great life.ผู้นำที่ดี…ชีวิตของหลายคนก็จะดีขึ้น.

What do leaders do differently to create participation, ownership, and trust?In this episode of Women Leaders on the Move, Selena Rezvani, President, NextGenWomen LLC sits down with host Natalie Benamou to talk about how leaders shape their teams through everyday actions. This conversation focuses on what leaders say, how they listen, and what they do to involve others in the work.Selena shares examples from her bestselling book, ‘Quick Leadership: Build Trust, Navigate Change, and Cultivate Unstoppable Teams' and from her work inside organizations. Together, Natalie and Selena discuss how meetings are run, how responsibility is shared, and how leaders influence engagement by inviting people into the process.This episode is for leaders who want their teams to participate, contribute, and lead as equals3 Takeaways from ‘Quick Leadership':Leaders invite participation early. When people are included from the start, they stay engaged and contribute more consistently.Leaders ask before they answer. Pausing to hear others builds ownership and strengthens accountability.Leaders share responsibility. Giving others a role in leading meetings and decisions creates confidence and momentum.Memorable quotes from Selena Rezvani“If your meetings are silent, your people are managing you.”“It's not your job to have all the answers.”“Leadership shows up in small, everyday moments.”Try This One Thing: The "First 5 Minutes" RuleThe Insight: If people are silent at the start of a meeting, they often stay silent until the end. Selena shares that research shows if someone speaks in the first 5 minutes, they are significantly more likely to contribute later.The Action: Open your next meeting by asking everyone to answer a simple, low-stakes prompt before you dive into the agenda.What to Say: "Everyone, we're here to talk about [Topic] today. Before we start, I want to hear from each of you: What is one word that comes to mind when you think of [Topic]?"Why It Works: It breaks the "lecture" dynamic immediately and signals that this is a space for participation, not just listening.Keep shining your light bright. The world needs you.About the GuestSelena Rezvani helps people show up, speak up, and shake up the way work gets done. A Wall Street Journal bestselling author and LinkedIn Learning instructor, Forbes named her "the premier expert on standing up for yourself at work."She equips leaders to build confidence and cultures that lift everyone's voice. Today we're discussing her new book, Quick Leadership: Build Trust, Navigate Change, and Cultivate Unstoppable TeamsConnect with Selena:Website: selenarezvani.comBook: Quick Leadership: Build Trust, Navigate Change, and Cultivate Unstoppable TeamsLinkedIn: Selena RezvaniInstagram: @selenarezvaniTikTok: @selenarezvaniYouTube: Selena Rezvani OfficialAbout the HostNatalie Benamou is Founder of HerCsuite®, women's leadership network and portfolio career company. She also serves as President and CEO of HER HEALTHX, a nonprofit bridging the care communication gap and improving health outcomes for women.

Key Topics Covered:1. Why Executives Choose Portfolio CareersMany senior leaders leave corporate jobs for more control, flexibility, and purpose.Becoming a non-executive director (NED) lets them advise several businesses, stay intellectually engaged, and build multiple income streams.2. What a Non-Executive Director Actually DoesNEDs guide and support business owners, using their experience and networks to help smaller companies grow.Typical NEDs are former CEOs, directors, or C-suite leaders who want to keep working, but on their own terms.3. Adrian's Journey: From Corporate to EntrepreneurAdrian left a high-level tech role to help executives move into business ownership.He built and acquired several companies, faced personal and business setbacks, and ultimately found new direction after a major life shift.4. Overcoming Identity and Timing ChallengesLeaving a big job can trigger a loss of identity; Adrian stresses the importance of recognising your own value and skills.Timing your transition is key—look for inflection points like changes at work, financial readiness, or life events.5. How to Start Your Own Portfolio CareerAdrian recommends a three-phase roadmap:Clarify your value and how you're seen (positioning)Tap into your existing network for opportunitiesBuild new connections aligned with your goalsLinkedIn is powerful, but most executives underuse it—focus on connecting, not selling.6. The Wealth-Building BenefitsNED roles create time for other wealth-building activities, like property or investing.Some coaches and NEDs eventually take equity stakes in businesses, building long-term wealth and influence. Actionable Takeaways:Consider a portfolio career if you want more freedom, less risk, and a chance to use your experience in new ways.Prepare for the identity shift and plan your timing and finances.Use your network and be proactive—opportunities often come from people you already know.Don't be afraid to reach out for guidance or support. Resources:Leverage Your Corporate Experience to Secure Paid SME Board RolesDownload the Pension and Inheritance Tax GuideWealthBuilders Membership: Free access to guides, webinars, and community Connect with Us:Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and all major platforms. Next Steps On Your WealthBuilding Journey:  Join the WealthBuilders Facebook CommunitySchedule a 1:1 call with one of our teamBecome a member of WealthBuildersIf you have been enjoying listening to WealthTalk - Please Leave Us A Review!

Are you in alignment with your joy and career to create the biggest impact?Listen in today as Michelle Pecak shares with host Natalie Benamou, how she went from scaling billion-dollar companies through pricing strategies to realizing her real superpower and aligning her joy to her job. “I meet people for other people so I can connect them later.”- Michelle PecakThat simple idea is at the heart of Michelle's joy job.What work are you doing that lights you up and creates real value for others? It can look different for each of us from corporate roles, growing businesses, landing a board seat, or designing a portfolio career. A joy job expands from the patterns that have always been true about you: how you listen, how you decide, how you gather people, how you see possibilities.Michelle brings Human Design into the conversation as a way to see those patterns with more clarity. She describes Human Design as an adventure map of you. Instead of guessing at your strengths, you get language for them. You see why certain work feels natural, why certain rooms feel right, and why some seasons call you toward a bigger stage.Together, we talk about:How Michelle recognized that “being the connector” was not an extra, it was the pointWhy Joy Job work can sit alongside your current role and grow with youHow Human Design gives you a personal map and a North Star for your giftsThe power of viewing your experiences as lessons that are shaping your impactSimple ways to start noticing where your own Joy Job is already showing upThis episode is a reminder that you are not starting from scratch. Your Joy Job has been whispering to you for years in the introductions you make, the problems you love to solve, and the people who always seem to find you.Add in Human Design and gain a clear map so you can choose your next move with intention and create the impact you are here to make.Thank you Michelle Pecak for being a valued member and alliance partner of HerCsuite®!About Michelle PecakTwenty years in Corporate America taught me what misalignment feels like. When I learned my Human Design, everything clicked. I realized I had been working in systems that were never built for how I naturally lead.As a 5/1 Projector, I see what others miss. I bring clarity to complexity, align people with purpose, and design systems that work better for everyone. That has always been my gift.When you work in alignment with how you are wired, momentum follows. Success becomes sustainable. Impact becomes natural.My Vibe Human DesignMichelle Pecak on LinkedInMeet, connect and engage with Michelle Pecak inside HerCsuite® NEXT2LEAD AI CouncilKeep shining your light bright. The world needs you.Connect with Natalie BenamouNatalie Benamou is Founder of HerCsuite®, women's leadership network and portfolio career company. She also serves as President and CEO of HER HEALTHX, a nonprofit bridging the care communication gap and improving health outcomes for women.

What does it mean to be relevant in a fast-paced era of AI, and how can you stay in demand? Have you done a search for a company recently and couldn't find it?A simple search one day was the inspiration for this episode. I was looking for a new at-home workout and to my surprise, the company I have used for over 18 years was mysteriously missing from all search. This experience is an example of how quickly brands can disappear if they aren't using AEO.What about for your company, are you showing up in online searches?Inspired, I decided to check HerCsuite® and used phrases like NEXT. Similar to BODi, we were not showing up in search like we use to. I did an experiment and We rebuilt our updated the entire website to be AEO focused. HerCsuite® now appears in the number two spot right under one of the largest women's networks. AI and AEO influence the way we with search, but staying in demand is also about how we show up and how we lead. Five Secrets to Being In Demand and Staying Relevant Beyond AICreate a Strong Personal Brand. Build Trust.Be a Curious Learner. Build Your Network. Be Visible. As you listen today, it's important to remember that AI is a tool, but the 5 ways to be in demand are human actions only you can take.This episode is releasing the day before Thanksgiving in the U.S. and I am grateful to all of you listening both here and in the 40 countries around the world.SPECIAL INVITATION to JOIN HERCSUITE®If you're ready for your next board role, business growth, or portfolio career and drive the AI conversation, I would love to welcome you in HerCsuite®. Now until Cyber Monday there are special member savings.Keep shining your light bright. The world needs you.Connect with Natalie BenamouNatalie Benamou is Founder of HerCsuite®, women's leadership network and portfolio career company. She also serves as President and CEO of HER HEALTHX, a nonprofit bridging the care communication gap and improving health outcomes for women.

What does BOLD mean to you? Everyone has their own version, discover what it is for you.On this special launch-day episode, Leigh Burgess joins host Natalie Benamou to celebrate the release of her new book, 'The Bold Leader'. This conversation arrives on the very day her book goes out into the world, making it the perfect moment for this interview.Leigh shares how burnout became a turning point that reshaped her life, her health, and her path forward. She shares how to reframe fear- it isn't always a stop sign. It truly is an indicator that something is important. We explore the BOLD framework: Believe, Own, Learn, Design and how it grew out of her own transformation.Highlights: • How she rebuilt her health and daily habits • Why fear shows up right before we take the next big step • What bold leadership looks like inside teams and organizations today • How 90-day sprints change the way leaders make progress • Why bold doesn't have to be loud, sometimes it's one intentional move • What she hopes readers feel when they open 'The Bold Leader'This launch-day conversation is all about choosing the next move with clarity and courage. Leigh's message is timely, energizing, and grounded in real-life experience.Thank you Leigh for being a featured guest today and special gratitude to Michelle Pecak for introducing us!Keep shining your light bright. The world needs you.About Leigh BurgessLeigh Burgess is a bestselling author, speaker, and founder of Bold Industries Group. With her signature BOLD Framework, she empowers others to lead with purpose, and through events, coaching, and The Bold Lounge Podcast, she inspires bold action and builds community. Leigh is a regular contributor to Forbes and Entrepreneur and was named a Top 25 Changemaker by SUCCESS Magazine.Website: https://leighburgess.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leighburgess23/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theleighaburgessYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@boldindustriesgroupConnect with Natalie BenamouNatalie Benamou is Founder of HerCsuite®, the first professional women's network and masterminds for women leaders, board directors and entrepreneurs. She also serves as President and CEO of HER HEALTHX, a nonprofit bridging the care communication gap and improving health outcomes for women.

What does it look like when you have the opportunity to make a difference, not only for our generation, but for future generations as well?Sheila Gujrathi MD is a TEDx speaker, bestselling author, health investor, and board leader serving on six boards joins host Natalie Benamou to talk about her career path. Listen in to this conversation about leadership, authenticity, and her new bestselling book The Mirror Effect.Dr. Gujrathi shares her journey from physician to biotech CEO and now chairwoman and board director. Her new bestselling book, The Mirror Effect, is a reflection on lessons learned, inner growth, and the importance of creating communities where women leaders see themselves represented.Discover how Dr. Gujrathi built a purpose-driven career across biotech and health innovation, what she's learned serving on public and private boards, and why authenticity and compassion are key to leading with strength. She opens up about the F.I.D.S. Fear, Insecurity, Doubt, and Shame and how breaking free from those internal barriers leads to greater impact and joy.What are the key insights? Get an insider look at Dr. Gujarthi's leadership path: ✨ The journey from medicine to the boardroom ✨ What inspired The Mirror Effect ✨ How to identify your own “inner glass ceiling” and move beyond it ✨ The role of self-compassion in leadership ✨ Why board diversity is vital to shaping the future of healthcare and innovationDr. Gujrathi also shares her work creating The Biotech CEO Sisterhood and CXO Sisterhood, building community for women across the life sciences to lead, mentor, and collaborate.Feel inspired to discover the path to the c-suite, boards and creating an impact for future generations.Connect with Dr. Sheila Gujrathi on LinkedIn and get your copy of The Mirror Effect along with her companion workbook and journal now.Listen now and discover how board directors and leaders everywhere can create meaningful change by reflecting the best in each other.Keep shining your light bright. The world needs you.Sheila Gujrathi MD, biotech entrepreneur and executive, healthcare investor, and drug developer with over 25 years of experience in the industry. She's founded, built, and run numerous biotech companies. Sheila is co-founder of the Biotech CEO Sisterhood, a group of trailblazing female CEOs, and the South Asian Biopharma Alliance.https://www.sheilagujrathimd.comhttps://www.instagram.com/sheilagujrathimd/https://www.facebook.com/sheila.gujrathihttps://www.linkedin.com/in/sheila-gujrathi-md/Connect with Natalie BenamouNatalie Benamou is Founder of HerCsuite®, the first professional women's network and masterminds for women leaders, board directors and entrepreneurs. She also serves as President and CEO of HER HEALTHX, a nonprofit bridging the care communication gap and improving health outcomes for women.

Ep #91: The Power of Intentional Community Building with Lindsey LernerSummary of the EpisodeHey friends! In this episode, I'm talking with Lindsey Lerner community builder, photographer, and creative strategist who's all about shaking things up. Lindsey calls herself “allergic to the status quo,” and once you hear her talk, you'll totally get why.Her project, Field Notes from the Work in the Wild, captures people in those quiet, in-between moments before the big break, before the outcome when they're just doing the work and figuring things out. We talked about how capitalism affects the way we see value, what it really means to build community that matters, and how slowing down to notice the “messy middle” can actually be where the magic lives.This one's full of heart, honesty, and a few mic-drop moments. I promise it'll have you thinking about creativity, care, and community in a whole new way.Topics We Got IntoWhat intentional community building really looks like (and what it's not)How capitalism shapes the way we value ourselves and othersThe inspiration behind Field Notes from the Work in the WildOwning your power and agency in work and lifeThe difference between having an audience, fans, and a true communityCuriosity and vulnerability as creative superpowersWhat it means to be “allergic to the status quo”TakeawaysYou have more power and agency than you might think use it with intention.A real community isn't just followers or fans it's about connection, care, and reciprocity.The in-between moments matter. That's where growth, creativity, and clarity show up.It's okay to question the systems you're in and to define value on your own terms.You're allowed to be more than one thing artist, dreamer, strategist, whatever lights you up.Don't skip the messy middle it's where the good stuff happens.Chapters:• 00:07 - Introducing Lindsay Lerner• 01:10 - Navigating Personal Power and Community Values• 15:32 - Understanding Community vs. Audience• 18:25 - The Evolution of Community in the Digital Age• 32:32 - Stepping Into Your Element• 37:41 - The Concept of Portfolio Careers• 45:24 - Creative Retreat PlanningAll About Lindsey:Lindsey Lerner is a photographer, interviewer, and strategist reshaping how we witness work, identity, and belonging. Through her project Field Notes from the Work (and the Wild), she captures people in their element — before the performance, before the polished story, before the world takes notice. Her work documents the rituals, questions, and quiet shifts that shape how people show up, offering a new lens on creativity, leadership, and meaningful change.Lindsey speaks on the power of being fully seen, the stories we overlook, and how honoring the work behind the work transforms the way we build, connect, and live.Noteworthy quotes from Lindsey“You do have a sense of power and agency if you want to take accountability for the work you're doing day to day.”“When you have a community, there's actual relationship. It's not one way — it's connection, it's care, it's reciprocity.”“It's not about reinventing yourself — it's about riding the waves and listening to what's real right now.”Connect with Lindsey LernerInstagram: @lindseylernerWebsite: https://www.lindseylerner.com/Connect & Stay...

Jeannette talks to Stephanie Hirst, and delivers a dynamic masterclass in resilience and career longevity.  From her childhood ambition to get inside the radio studio—fueled by persistence and a little mischief—to navigating the high-pressure world of national radio and TV, Stephanie shares the secrets to her success, diving deep into the necessity of constant reinvention, the power of listening, and how a simple philosophy of "believe and achieve" can manifest extraordinary professional and personal victories You'll hear why: The key to a long and successful career in any industry is continuous reinvention The best piece of advice she ever received was to truly listen, as the next question written down may not be the one you should ask Having a strong tribe or inner circle of friends is crucial for mental well-being, Her personal philosophy, rooted in a childhood determination to work in radio, is that believing you can do something is the first step to achieving it While passion is essential, successful broadcast professionals must understand that the industry is fundamentally a commercial business driven by ad revenue Subscribe to Brave Bold Brilliant for weekly wisdom on leadership, legacy, and living boldly. This episode is living proof that no matter where you're starting from — or what life throws at you — it's never too late to be brave, bold, and unlock your inner brilliant. Visit ⁠https://brave-bold-brilliant.com/⁠ for free tools, guides and resources to help you take action now

Episode 56: How to Create Income Without a Corporate Job: Portfolio Careers, Self Employment and Other Ways to Make $$If you're stuck in a slow job market or waiting for the right role to come through, how do you keep your bills paid and your career moving? In this episode of Careers at the End of the World, host Jenn Walker Wall explores practical ways to make money without a traditional 9-5 job. Whether you're between roles or looking to diversify your income, Jenn breaks down the options from portfolio careers and freelancing to contract work and side hustles. Instead of chasing quick fixes, she offers grounded strategies for generating income, building momentum, and staying engaged while the job market recovers.Episode HighlightsHow to differentiate freelance vs. contract work and decide which path makes sense during a job search.The role of fractional and interim leadership jobs in bridging employment gaps.Why ecosystem building and networking for referrals is critical when starting self-employment.Tips for launching a low-barrier side hustle or pilot project without overthinking or overspending.Why creating income outside a corporate job can help prevent career burnout and provide more flexibility.Episode Timestamps02:30 – Why today's job market is so unpredictable07:10 – What is a portfolio career? (with examples)13:45 – The rise of contract and fractional work19:20 – Turning rejection into a freelance or consulting opportunity24:15 – Easy side hustles that actually pay (including pet sitting and adjunct teaching)28:40 – How to talk about freelance or contract work on your resumeResources and LinksRevive Your Job Search Workshop: September 30th (tickets $47 or free for community members)How to Job Search at the End of the World (On Demand): free with discount code “CAREERSATTHEEND” until September 25thWork Wonders Careers Job Search CommunitySCORE Mentorship Program CreditsPodcast editing by Vienna DeGiacomo, Good Story Branding

Send us a textWhat does it take to break barriers as one of the first 300 women officers in the Indian Army? Major Pallavi Shivanna shares her remarkable journey from a small-town girl in Mysore to becoming an Army officer, leadership coach, and mental health advocate.Growing up in a lower-middle-class family as the first graduate among her siblings, Pallavi's path was shaped by a TV serial that sparked her desire to wear a uniform. With characteristic determination, she navigated her way to the Services Selection Board interview in Allahabad—a two-day journey she undertook alone despite never having traveled so far before. Her authenticity during the interview secured her position, marking the beginning of a career that would challenge and transform her.The challenges weren't primarily physical but mental and emotional. As one of the few women officers, she faced resistance from soldiers unaccustomed to taking orders from women. Rather than accepting this treatment, she directly confronted situations, learning that "unless you take charge of things in your life, how you want to be treated, the world will treat you."Through career transitions, motherhood, and periods of self-doubt, Major Pallavi discovered the courage to seek professional help—a step she now advocates for others to take. "Seeking help is the most difficult thing, but it's the most courageous," she explains, working to remove the stigma around therapy. Her approach to mental clarity involves pausing to reflect, stepping back to analyze, and seeking guidance from mentors when needed.Major Pallavi challenges us to reevaluate our perceptions of women in leadership. "We need to treat everybody as a human being first. I'm an individual first, my gender comes next," she asserts, advocating for financial empowerment and independence for women while also educating boys to respect strong, independent women.As she prepares to launch her own organization focused on wellness, her message resonates with powerful simplicity: "Love yourself, accept yourself as you are, and never compare yourself to others. That's one of the wastiest things in the world because you're unique."Have you purchased the copy of Inspire Someone Today, yet - Give it a go geni.us/istbook Available on all podcast platforms, including, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, Spotify

Reinventing your life or career starts with reflection and conversation. Making the leap — to a new career, to the next stage of a relationship, or to a different version of yourself — requires honest communication. For Ilana Golan, being “leap-ready” requires that we answer three questions: Why me? Why this? And why now?Golan knows all about these leaps, as her career spans corporate executive roles, entrepreneurship, and even F-16 flight instruction. As the founder of Leap Academy and host of the Leap Academy Podcast, she helps equip others to navigate their own personal and professional reinventions. As she says, “It's really about communicating from the vision,” which starts as an inside job. “Why is this the right thing for me right now? You convince yourself first, because when you're [at] peace with what you're trying to do, it's a lot easier to convince others.”In this episode of Think Fast, Talk Smart, Golan and host Matt Abrahams explore how honest communication shapes every stage of reinvention, whether that's listening to the signals your mind and body are sending you — like “sleepwalking through life” and imagining something more — or articulating your pivot in ways that create understanding rather than resistance. Wherever you hope to leap, Golan's insights show how to communicate through change with confidence and clarity.Episode Reference Links:Ilana GolanLeap Academy Podcast | Leap AcademyEp.187 Experimenting, Failing, and Finding Your Job Fit - Catalyze Your CareerEp.147 Disrupt Yourself: How to Innovate Who You Are and Become Who You Can Be  Connect:Premium Signup >>>> Think Fast Talk Smart PremiumEmail Questions & Feedback >>> hello@fastersmarter.ioEpisode Transcripts >>> Think Fast Talk Smart WebsiteNewsletter Signup + English Language Learning >>> FasterSmarter.ioThink Fast Talk Smart >>> LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTubeMatt Abrahams >>> LinkedInChapters:(00:00) - Introduction (01:39) - Breaking Barriers & Career Patterns (02:18) - Waking Up to Change (03:42) - Signs It's Time for a Pivot (06:45) - The Rise of Portfolio Careers (10:17) - Communicating Career Leaps (13:29) - Finding Clarity in Reinvention (20:01) - The Final Three Questions (22:56) - Conclusion  *****Thank you to our sponsors.  These partnerships support the ongoing production of the podcast, allowing us to bring it to you for free.This episode is brought to you by Babbel. Think Fast Talk Smart listeners can start your language learning journey today- visit Babbel.com/Thinkfast and get up to 55% off your Babbel subscription.

Ilana Golan is a serial entrepreneur, investor, and founder of Leap Academy—one of the fastest-growing professional education companies in America. With a track record that includes helping lead a $300 million exit, scaling a startup to $15 million in annual revenue, and raising nearly $1 million from top Silicon Valley investors, Ilana brings deep experience in both corporate and startup worlds. Her journey is defined by bold leaps, learning from failure, and empowering others to build careers with multiple streams of income and real fulfillment. On this episode we talk about: – Ilana's first entrepreneurial hustle at age four—and her early lessons in value (and parental panic) – The story behind raising $800,000 in weeks, only to be ousted by her co-founder and left with nothing – How hitting rock bottom led to a period of personal and professional crisis—and the steps she took to rebuild her momentum – The power of action over analysis: why doing—even when you don't know what to do—creates clarity and new opportunities – Redefining career success: the shift from a single-track “scripted” career to a dynamic, experimental “portfolio career” – How Ilana built Leap Academy from a small experiment into a multi-million dollar business and top-charting podcast – The importance of failure, resilience, and hunger in founders—and why she bets on entrepreneurs who've been through adversity – Frameworks for evaluating new ventures, both as a founder and investor – How Leap Academy helps mid-to-late career professionals reinvent themselves, build multiple income streams, and thrive in an ever-changing world – The future of professional education, corporate partnerships, and the rise of coaching and community-driven learning Top 3 Takeaways 1. Action Creates Clarity: When you don't know what to do, start doing something—momentum and results follow action, not the other way around. 2. Portfolio Careers Are the Future: Building multiple streams of income and diverse professional experiences is the new path to wealth, fulfillment, and resilience. 3. Failure Fuels Growth: The best founders and leaders are those who've faced—and learned from—major setbacks, not just those with a string of successes. Notable Quotes – “The clarity came from the momentum, not just thinking about it or dreaming about it—the doing created the result.” – “Look at your career as a series of experiments, not a single direction for the next 20 or 30 years. That takes all the fear away.” – “The biggest cost is always the money we're not making—the cost of inaction is higher than the cost of failure.” Connect with Ilana Golan: – Website: leapacademy.com – Portfolio Careers: portfoliocareer.com Travis Makes Money is made possible by High Level – the All-In-One Sales & Marketing Platform built for agencies, by an agency. Capture leads, nurture them, and close more deals—all from one powerful platform. Get an extended free trial at gohighlevel.com/travis Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The creator economy is rewriting the rules of modern work, blending passion with purpose in a way that reshapes how we think about careers. In this inspiring conversation, Kudzi Chikumbu—former Global Head of Creator Marketing at TikTok, fragrance entrepreneur behind Sir Candle Man, and venture advisor—opens up about his unconventional path from accounting to executive leadership, and how he's building a multi-hyphenate career with intention. From AI's role in creativity to the emotional dynamics of leadership, Kudzi shares what it really means to thrive in the creator economy without losing your authentic self.Check out the full series of Career Sessions, Career Lessons podcasts here or visit pathwise.io/podcast/. A full written transcript of this episode is also available at https://pathwise.io/podcasts/kudzi-chikumbu.Become a PathWise member today! Join at https://pathwise.io/join-now/

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On today's show, I spoke to Emily Bryson about how teachers can combine teaching with other types of work to form a portfolio career. Emily has been successfully doing this for some time now, which has enabled her to spend the last year or so travelling though Latin america.

Overland Journal Podcast host Ashley Giordano is joined by Canadian race car driver, X Games athlete, stuntman, and Baja 1000 champion Andrew Comrie-Picard in this episode, which touches on his childhood in Alberta, Canada, and how his love for driving challenges launched his automotive career.The conversation continues with an in-depth look at Comrie-Picard's latest project, the Trans-Global Car Expedition, the world's first wheeled surface navigation through both geographic poles, including the importance of a good team, the scientific outcomes of the project, and a run-down of the expedition vehicle fleet.Comrie-Picard also dives into developing a strong sense of self-belief, his experiences in Northern Canada, and the outcomes of an Arctic test trip where an F-150 fell through the ice.

Today on the #TheBIGShowTV, we're delving deeper into portfolio careers with Adrian Choo and our special guest Frank Koo. He's the founder of Next Play and panelist at SPH Media's Midcareer Magic Workshop, happening on 19th April at the SPH Auditorium. Sign up for the workshop here: https://bit.ly/4iHcZTu Stay tuned!

On #TheBIGShowTV today, we explore portfolio careers! What are they, can anyone garner a portfolio career and what are the obstacles you might encounter along the way? Join us with Adrian Choo of Career Agility International as we talk everything portfolio career related, and check out some examples of real life people who have done it! Stay tuned!Wondering what else is next for your career? Don't forget to check out Mid-Career Magic!: https://www.eventbrite.sg/e/mid-career-magic-design-your-next-5-moves-tickets-1266713908399?aff=oddtdtcreator Connect with us on Instagram: @kiss92fm @Glennn @angeliqueteo Producers: @shalinisusan97 @snailgirl2000See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this conversation, Arielle Thomas and Anna Mackenzie explore the concept of career frameworks, contrasting the 'architect' approach with the 'archaeologist' mindset. They discuss the significance of portfolio careers, the shame associated with diverse career paths, especially as creatives, and the importance of embracing a multifaceted professional identity. Anna shares her journey of committing to writing and the transformative power of habits over rigid goals. The discussion also delves into managing capacity and client work in a portfolio career, emphasising the need for flexibility and self-expression. In this conversation, Arielle Thomas discusses the intricacies of managing time and billable hours in her business, highlighting the importance of tracking tasks to understand capacity. Anna and Arielle reflect on the significance of gut instincts in decision-making, especially when balancing opportunities and focus on business growth. Arielle shares her journey of going all in with her podcast, nods to Anna's newfound power of writing, building a personal brand, and the challenges of authenticity and vulnerability in personal branding. She addresses misconceptions about portfolio careers and the evolving nature of work in the modern landscape. It is a super inspiring episode for our Process audience and one that has helped our team while we each navigate creative careers.Follow Anna on Substack here. Find Anna on Instagram here.Find your host Arielle on Instagram here. Follow us at Process on Instagram here. Please hit that subscribe button, and leave us a review! We need all the love we can get while we grow this small and independent podcast.See you next Sunday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Send us a textWe uncover the nuances of portfolio careers that today's leaders are embracing, where balancing roles like consulting, board memberships, and mentoring startups is the new norm. We'll dive deep into the challenges this shift presents, such as the need for meticulous financial planning and the importance of adapting HR practices to seamlessly integrate gig workers. Discover how managing gig workers differs from traditional contractors, with a focus on flexibility, autonomy, and outcome-based communication.All episodes and guest requests can be found at:www.leadershipmomentspodcast.comFollow Stacey Caster on Instagram @staceycaster_Follow Tracy-Ann Palmer on Instagram @tracy_ann_palmer

This week, Carmen is joined by Julie Fedele, founder of the Portfolio Career Club and author of The Portfolio Careerist, a popular newsletter for professionals looking to create flexible, meaningful careers. In this episode, Jules dives into how she helps individuals learn to love their work through the development of a portfolio career. She shares her journey to discovering fractional work, a model that's gaining traction among senior-level professionals and executives. Combining this new structure into today's organizations, she discusses how portfolio careers impact PeopleOps teams, as we see the integration of fractional employees into the development and management of permanent teams. Together, Jules and Carmen explore what it takes to build a portfolio career, how it differs from job sharing, and why fractional roles are reshaping the workforce. Jules also offers her insights on supporting non-linear career paths, finding talented leaders ready for a change, and empowering professionals to take ownership of their careers in today's evolving job landscape.This podcast episode was produced by Quill.

Welcome to the world of portfolio careers—I love this exciting and flexible approach to work. Whether you're feeling stagnant in your current role, exploring new interests, or seeking more flexibility, a portfolio career allows you to balance multiple roles and income streams, creating a fulfilling and resilient professional life. Join me to explore: What a portfolio career is and how it works. Who benefits most from this dynamic career path. Practical steps to start cultivating your portfolio career. If you're ready to diversify your work life and explore a career path that offers flexibility, creative fulfillment, and financial security, this episode is for you.

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Are you looking to develop a Portfolio Career? One thing that is important to do so is: setting boundaries. Ruthie Berber, Lindsey Lerner and I chatted about our Portfolio Careers and setting boundaries as community builders during a live podcast recording at a NY Tech Week event. You will also about work trends, other community building tips and much more! Excited for you to build and grow your Portfolio Career!Subscribe to David's Portfolio Career Newsletter

Linkedin / Instagram / Thread: @thevincechan Vince, an Amazon bestselling author in career management, is a globally recognized speaker on the 'future of work.' Her unique expertise comes from a blend of being a Chicago-trained behavioral economist and the former Asia-Pacific head of a billion-dollar U.S. investment firm. Raised in Hong Kong and Canada, Vince pursued economics, followed by MBA degrees from Yale University and Chicago Booth School of Business. Her professional acumen is further solidified by U.S. CPA and CFA® credentials. Vince's vibrant 15-plus-year corporate career has spanned global financial markets, with significant roles at S&P Global Ratings, the Hong Kong Monetary Authority, Deloitte, PricewaterhouseCoopers, and TCW Asset Management. Among her standout achievements are raising $1 billion in collaboration with 'King of Bonds' Jeffrey Gundlach and Goldman Sachs, and facilitating over 100 multi-million-dollar funding transactions for Top 50 global banks. Separately, her contributions have been recognized with accolades such as Forbes China's Outstanding Overseas Returnee in 2015 and Yale School of Management's Outstanding Volunteer Leadership award in 2018. A decade ago, Vince boldly transitioned from finance to the 'future of work' sector. Since then, she has actively modernized the workforce, working in both traditional and digital education spheres. In Beijing, her collaboration with Renmin University of China (China's Top 10) yielded a popular career guide. She further supported career advancement for the Schwarzman Scholars. In Shanghai with New Oriental (NYSE: EDU), she designed and taught business school preparatory programs to thousands of students. In Hong Kong, she co-developed an entrepreneurship program inspired by Chicago Booth's Polsky Center. Vince's impact extends to global stages like SXSW, ASU-GSV, Web Summit, and RISE conference. There, she has shared insights alongside leaders from Degreed, Google, and Udemy, driving forward conversations on workforce development in the tech era. Her personal motto, "own your change, or be changed," reflects her resilience through 18 career transitions and six major economic crises. Vince's journey through three burnouts has become a testament to her strength, showcasing her ability to thrive through transformative challenges. Beyond her professional pursuits, Vince is a WSET certified wine connoisseur, appreciating richly structured wines. She also enjoys playing tennis, constructing intricate Lego models, and delving into deep stories across various media. Her favorites include classics like “The Godfather,” “The Sound of Music,” “Sherlock,” Vivaldi's “The Four Seasons,” as well as literary works like “On Tyranny,” “The Little Prince,” and the “Harry Potter” series. Vince Chan's Career Journey and Future Plans Vince Chan shared his professional background and future plans. He has been in the corporate and financial world for over 15 years and has worked for major institutions in Hong Kong, Asia, and the US. Post the credit crisis, he moved into entrepreneurship and became an author, writing two books for young professionals. He also worked as a leadership coach in China and Hong Kong. Vince Chan expressed his interest in setting up an investment fund for new ventures and his desire to make a greater contribution to society, especially in the areas of education technology and future skills. He also shared his personal struggles, including career changes, economic crises, and mental health issues, but emphasized his resilience and current thriving state. Resilience, Adaptability, and Future of Work Vince Chan highlighted the importance of resilience and adaptability in facing work challenges, including burnout. Michael D. Levitt shared his personal experiences with mental issues and discussed the future of work and skills in the context of AI and emerging technologies. Michael suggested an introduction between Vince Chan and a career individual seeking advice. The conversation concluded with Vince Chan discussing the significant changes brought about by the current global crisis, emphasizing the need to adapt to these unprecedented changes. Emphasizing Individual Control and Learning Amidst Covid-19 Vince Chan emphasized the importance of individuals taking control of their own change, rather than being forced to adapt to changes imposed by others. He highlighted the need for continuous learning, especially in the areas of digital and human-centric skills. However, he also pointed out that many education technology platforms merely recycle existing content without focusing on skills such as career development, navigation, and reinvention. Michael D. Levitt agreed with Vince Chan's points, noting the traumatic impacts of forced changes like lockdowns and border closures due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Embracing Change and Control in Career and Life Michael D. Levitt emphasized the importance of taking control of one's own life and career, highlighting the dangers of stressing over things beyond our control. He encouraged people to gain exposure to different experiences, including volunteering, to broaden their skills and consider career changes. He also cautioned against rushing into the use of new technologies like AI without understanding the underlying business needs first. Vince Chan agreed with Michael's points, extending the metaphor of running one's life like a business, regardless of one's profession. Portfolio Careers and Authenticity Intelligence Summary   Introductions and backgrounds @ 0:00 Vince shares his background transitioning between 16 careers in finance and experiencing burnout. Michael acknowledges the value of Vince's diverse experiences in navigating change. Navigating change and career reinvention @ 4:30 Vince asserts that owning change through authenticity intelligence allows thriving amid uncertainty. Learning new skills maintains career control. Michael affirms that diverse experiences foster adaptability. Owning your change and authenticity intelligence @ 14:45 Vince advocates becoming the CEO of one's career by embracing change. Authenticity intelligence outweighs technical skills. Michael agrees that controlling life's direction through continuous self-improvement ensures fulfillment. The future of work and skills @ 16:00 Vince stresses developing navigation and reinvention skills is critical futureproofing. Technical skills alone are insufficient. Michael concurs that testing new tools prevents wasted efforts that complicate tasks. Building your portfolio career and business model @ 22:51 Vince recommends monetizing diverse talents through an entrepreneurial mindset. Authenticity emerges from understanding one's purpose. Michael encourages volunteering to explore careers and gaining exposure for informed choices. Conclusion and next steps @ 27:45 Vince and Michael appreciate their discussion and look forward to future collaborations. Vince invites Michael on his podcast to share burnout solutions. They agree on the importance of ownership in career reinvention.  

Many of us started are career as business consultants before finding Service Design, however, few of us can claim that the lure of a free Friday fish and chip lunch started their design career journeys.  Daniel Tuitt's career journey  has given him a great perspective about portfolio careers, where commercial and pro bono projects can be balanced to "pay the bills and feed the  soul".  Portfolio careers are not for everyone, but, for the right designers, they can provide vital autonomy when it comes to taking work that's aligned to your values. Daniel also sets out some ground rules about working with and for under-represented groups.  He talks about how vital it is to avoid positioning designers as saviours and how engaging stakeholders in community co-design projects involved balancing listening, respecting input and paying participants. Thanks to Ruchi Lockande, who recently graduated from Brunel Uni for this episode's student question. About DanielDaniel is an Accredited Service Designer master trainer with Global Service Design Network with over 12 year experience in innovation strategy, business and service design. Through his portfolio career, he has helped large international organisations, startups, and social impact organisations navigate complex challenges while challenging them to think about WHY and HOW they create new value. He works with brands, including Nike, Lloyds Bank, Ministry of Justice, Samsung, BT, Lego, and Vodafone, to identify challenges that stop growth. He helps businesses discover & leverage new technologies, business models, service opportunities, systems thinking & co-innovation as a lead service designer. Daniel is obsessed with the intersection between building communities, unrepresented startups and creating new value worldwide.Links from this episode.The Wheel of Privilege Climate Labs UKOpen IDEOJustice: What's the Right Thing to Do? By Michael Sandel Service Design YAP is developed and produced by the Service Design Network UK Chapter.Its aim is to engage and connect the wider Service Design community. Episode Host: Stephen Wood Production Assistance: Jean Watanya

Summary In this conversation, host Douglas Hamandishe sits down with Andrew Rolf to tackle the evolving landscape of digital transformation and its impact on the modern workplace. Delving into the toxic traits associated with transformation, Douglas and Andrew underscore the critical need for humor, humanity, and a strong sense of purpose to navigate these changes. They discuss the increasing disconnect employees feel between their tasks and the final outcome, highlighting the loss of fulfillment and the quest for meaningful work. The conversation also explores the importance of trust and connection in a remote working environment, the potential benefits of a four-day workweek, and the crucial balance of valuing time and technology's role. By reimagining education and work, they advocate for a future where efficiency, creativity, and enjoyment are not mutually exclusive but integral to the success of transformation projects and the well-being of employees. This episode serves as a compelling dialogue on redefining the essence of work and the path towards a more fulfilling and purpose-driven workplace. Takeaways Toxic traits can arise in digital transformation projects, leading to resentment and disengagement among employees. Creating a positive and connected work environment is crucial for the success of transformation projects. The shift in the workplace and the disconnect between work and the end product can contribute to a loss of purpose and fulfillment. Humor and humanity play a significant role in fostering a productive and engaged workforce. Fulfillment and purpose are important in the workplace, and employees want to feel connected to the outcome of their tasks. There is often a disconnect between tasks and the impact they have on the organization, leading to frustration and a lack of fulfillment. Trust is crucial in the workplace, especially in remote work situations where the boundaries between work and home are blurred. The concept of a four-day week is gaining traction, but organizations need to consider how to maintain productivity and efficiency. Respecting time and value in the workplace is essential, and organizations should focus on optimizing customer journeys and driving efficiency. Efficiency improvements can be achieved through a focus on customer journeys and data analysis. Politicians need to understand and embrace transformation to drive meaningful change. Empowering teams and creating a safe environment is crucial for successful transformation. The future of work may involve individuals having multiple employers and pursuing portfolio careers. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Catching Up 03:05 Toxic Traits of Transformation 06:00 Defining Toxicity in Digital Transformation 10:03 The Shift in the Workplace and Loss of Purpose 21:59 The Importance of Humor and Humanity in Transformation 28:06 Creating a Positive and Connected Work Environment 29:07 The Purpose of Work and the Need for Fulfillment 29:36 The Importance of Fulfillment and Purpose in the Workplace 32:24 The Disconnect Between Tasks and Outcome 35:39 The Role of Trust in the Workplace 39:26 Exploring the Four-Day Week 44:34 Respecting Time and Value in the Workplace 53:13 The Challenge of Measuring Output and Outcome 56:03 Reimagining Education and Work 57:01 The Impact of Digital Transformation on Time 59:13 Respecting Time in Customer Journeys 01:02:14 Driving Efficiency through Journey Optimization 01:03:41 Improving Efficiency in the Passport Office 01:06:00 Politicians and Transformation 01:06:26 Empowering Teams for Transformation 01:07:46 The Future of Work and Multiple Employers 01:09:10 Portfolio Careers and Marginalized Groups 01:11:04 The Shift towards Flexible Work 01:12:14 Respecting Employees' Time 01:13:12 The Inevitability of Change 01:14:12 The Impact of Globalization and Technology 01:17:58 The Role of Creativity in Transformation 01:19:28 Unlocking the Creative Spirit 01:21:40 The Power of Fun and Meaning 01:23:18 The Integration of Design and Engineering 01:25:24 The Magic of Creation 01:27:18 The Limitations of Data Analysis    

Statistics from the Competition Market Authority (CMA) reflect this same issue. CMA revealed that people from ethnic minorities got twelve per cent less pay compared to white men. There were ten major findings highlighted. First, there are positive changes in some gaps, but challenges persist. Secondly, the underrepresentation of ethnic minorities in senior grades is a primary cause of the pay gap. Next, actions are focused on improving representation, career progression, and inclusivity. Also, the report uses various meshes like mean and median pay gaps, bonus gaps, and pay equalities. The report acknowledges the impact of competition specialists, ranging from digital data and technology, on the pay gap. Also, ethnicity pay gaps have reduced in some areas but increased in others.About Portfolio Careers: Portfolio Careers comes from a place of hustle culture. As Sarah plans to work less on the corporate ladder in 2024, she has initiated plans to create a portfolio career to enable her to maintain a 9-to-5. Portfolio Careers can also maximize income, dabble in the corporate world occasionally, and still build assets. They offer protection from any unforeseen events in a typical job. However, having a typical 9-to-5 job is not necessarily bad, as there are positives, especially if the necessary support systems are present at the workplace. Also, it comes with less risk and pressure to see results in the business, unlike entrepreneurship. The time spent working these jobs can also be used to determine which entrepreneurship field would be the best fit.Employers sometimes prefer workers who identify with their job role, but workers should try not to be defined by a job. They may possess other skills that they can tap into instead of simply identifying with one job role. Even for employers, embracing people with portfolio careers can help them to be more transparent. Besides, it is an extra source of income for most black professionals who are not paid enough, particularly to keep up with the cost of living. A membership platform is coming soon to provide people with Dyslexia and ADHD access to resources and experts to help them navigate work and life more efficiently. A waitlist is currently available with discounts, and listeners can visit the links in the resources to get access..Support the showJoin, support, and access exclusive episodes now.Sarah is offering a six-week coaching program for neurodivergent and neurotypical professionals who want to improve their career prospects, business development and support with the PRINCE2 practitioner exam. A one-hour free session. ● Connect with Sarah via email (hello@divineenigma.org), YouTube (@divineenigma338) Instagram (@divineenigma) ● Join Sarah's waitlist● Join Sarah's 6-week coaching: https://divineenigma.org/product/6-week-coaching-plan/ NeuroEnigma Membership if you'd like to support this independent podcast, click for free ebook Producer & Host: Sarah Music: “She Royalty” by Amaro & “Whistle” by Lukas Got Lucky

Prepare to have your mind broadened by the insights from our esteemed guest, Ramkumar Narayanan, an industry veteran with over three decades of experience. From the intriguing world of cloud computing to AI, inclusivity in organizations and the unquantifiable value of personal experiences.Brace yourself as we then delve into the fascinating transition of engineering, from traditional methods to the current era of AI and generative technology. Ram offers unique insights from his own experiences and emphasizes the necessity of maintaining a learner's mindset to stay relevant. We touch upon how aligning individual roles with company goals and market trends is crucial in this ever-evolving landscape. We even take a pause to reflect on the role of professional and personal identities in our careers, with Ram lending valuable insights from his journey of self-discovery.Lastly, we explore the concept of building portfolio careers in the tech world and discuss the impact of technology trends on our lives. Ram graciously shares his book recommendations and career advice, as we dive into a stimulating conversation about the intersection of technology and healthcare. Stay with us on this inspiring journey, and get ready to be motivated and enlightened! Available on all podcast platforms, including, Google Podcasts, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, Spotify

Do you ever wish you had more control over your career path? Wonder how to make the most of opportunities within your current organisation? Together with Sonam Taneja, a seasoned career and change coach, we delve into portfolio careers, unpacking how you can take the reins of your own career development. We also share practical ways organisations can nurture their internal talent marketplaces, offering employees unique opportunities such as shadowing senior leaders or tackling projects outside their usual duties. Sonam and I explore the progressive concept of kaleidoscope careers and the seismic shift in workplace dynamics. We examine the ways technology has reshaped our work lives and why a linear career path no longer fits the bill.  Tune in and redefine your idea of a successful career.About Sonam:https://uk.linkedin.com/in/sonamtanejaE: sonam@mirrorspeakconsulting.comABOUT ME - AYESHA MURRAYI'm an accredited career coach with over 20 years experience in the corporate world. Having experienced the working parent juggle first hand, I now coach people through their career and life challenges. WORK WITH MEI'm here to give you the confidence, self-belief and support to help you design a life that works for you and your family. Through tried and tested approaches, tools and methodologies, you'll leave the coaching process with clear direction, motivation and energy. If you'd like to find out more about how coaching could work for you, book a free 30 min call at https://calendly.com/ayeshamurraycoaching/discovery-call CONNECT WITH MEWebsite - www.ayeshamurray.comLinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/ayeshamurray75Instagram - www.instagram.com/ayeshamurray_coaching DISCLAIMERThe views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence.

Your network and relationships are critical to your career and life. For Michael Saloio hosting dinners has been really impactful and helped him start Huddle, a network of top designers and builders startups can plug into. In this episode, Mike shares specific approaches and tactics that he uses to build relationships and stay connected with a lot of people in a meaningful way. Mike and Huddle also believe in Portfolio Careers. You will learn Portfolio Career trends and more. Excited for you to build and grow your Portfolio Career!As always, this episode with notes is available on my website.Connect with Mike on TwitterConnect with David on Twitter

Are you looking to have healthy relationships across all areas of your life? In this podcast mixer episode, you will hear four people share relationship breakthrough and key moments stories. Tony Robbins has said, "the quality of your life is the quality of your relationships." If you are looking to have healthy relationships, this episode for you! Excited for you to build and grow your Portfolio Career!As always, this episode with notes is available on my website.Learn more about Portfolio Careers via my Substack.

Are you looking to have your work fit into your life? Christina Wallace is the author of a brand new book called The Portfolio Life. In 2017, she wrote a key article about Portfolio Careers. Then, as her life evolved, she realized that she wanted to design her life, not just her Portfolio Career. In this episode, you will learn core ideas in her new book and so much more. Excited for you to build and grow your Portfolio Career!This episode with notes is available on my website.Connect with Christina on LinkedInConnect with David on LinkedIn

Regardless of your age, there comes a point in nearly every career where it's time to change employers or even your occupation. Particularly for those who have been fortunate enough to attain some level of financial independence, this could mean it's time to launch an Encore Career based on what you find to be most fulfilling, instead of what pays the most. Vince discusses Encore Careers on this episode of CFO at Home with Entrepreneur, Executive Coach and Podcast Host Lynn Friesth. Key Topics  What is an Encore Career? (:50) Portfolio Careers (2:30)  Lynn's Encore Career(4:28) Accessing your skills for your Encore Career (8:36) Highlighting your experience while deemphasizing your age (11:55) Success versus Significance (17:38) The desire to work longer versus reality (20:44) Preparing yourself early for your Encore (25:10) Lynn's Encore Career Podcast and worksheet to help map out your Encore Career (28:31)  Resources   LynnFriesth.com Create Your Encore Career Podcast Ways to connect/follow Lynn@LynnFriesth.com LynnFriesth - LinkedIn LynnFriesth - Instagram LynnFriesth - FaceBook LynnFriesth - Twitter Contact the Host - vince@thecfoathome.com  

In this first episode in our series of “How You Can Take Control of Your Music Career,” we are exploring the idea of the Portfolio Career, and how musicians can make choices to take control of their lives artistically and financially. Here to guide us on this first crucial step is Musician/Entrepreneur/Teacher/Writer/Coach Jennet Ingle, who is an expert in the field of “being your own CEO” in order to become "The Happiest Musician. " Topics include: - What is a Portfolio Career? - Finding the common thread that guides your choices - Rethinking the definition of “success” and “failure” - A big obstacle musicians must overcome to cultivate their own Portfolio Careers. About our guest: Jennet Ingle truly is the Happiest Musician. She has been Principal Oboist of the South Bend Symphony Orchestra since 2006, and freelances throughout the Mid-west. As the owner and operator of Jennet Ingle Reeds, she makes and sells hundreds of handmade reeds every month to oboists all over the world and helps people with their own reed-making through her video series, The Five Minute Reedmaker, her weekly online Reed Club, and her online beginner course, Zero to Reedmaker. She is an experienced teacher and astute coach, devoting herself to helping musicians through her podcast, Crushing Classical, her group program, the Invincible Oboist and her one-to-one career and mindset coaching as The Happiest Musician. Her latest book “The Happiest Musician: How to Thrive in Your Creative Career” is available in both paperback and kindle versions on Amazon. Jennet's Website: https://jennetingle.com/about/ “The Happiest Musician” https://a.co/d/ggO46sg Crushing Classical https://crushingclassical.libsyn.com/

This week we are exploring the emerging phenomenon of portfolio careers.Portfolio career is a fancy term for the type of careers that consist of multiple streams of income, jobs, or businesses when compared to a traditional single career path. This allows individuals to combine skills, experiences, and interests to create a diverse portfolio of pursuits that provide both financial stability and personal fulfillment.I personally believe portfolio careers are THE careers of the future and I share a story of my client Simone who has crafted an aligned portfolio of careers for herself. Have you ever thought about building a portfolio career? What streams of income, jobs, or businesses would you like to combine? You may share and engage on Instagram.Instagram post about Simone's journeyGroup Coaching (starting June 21st)Join the waiting list for the Holistic Career Change Group program1:1 coachingSchedule a free discovery call to explore working 1:1InstagramFollow on Instagram @vilma.usaite

2022 was a great year for me. I wanted to share 15 learnings from my year for you. A few themes in 2022 were IRL events, consistency, New York, relationships, and community. Thank you for being part of the show in 2022, and I am excited to build and grow our Portfolio Careers together!As always, this episode with notes is available on my website.Subscribe to the Portfolio Career Substack

Sheila Wilkinson has many titles: attorney, social worker, coach, speaker, and educator. She is known as The Joyful Lawyer™ because she loves what she does and who she helps. I met Sheila at an entrepreneurial conference in October and was intrigued by the many different threads she pursued in her work. She is a perfect example of an entrepreneur with a Portfolio Career. In this episode, we discuss the concept of Portfolio Careers. We talk about why freedom in your work and life is so essential, no matter what stage of life you are in, and how our culture is transitioning to be more receptive to that. Sheila also gives us some great ideas for how we can create our own Portfolio Careers. We'll dive deeper into these concepts: What work looks like for Sheila these days. How COVID allowed her to reset. How she helps clients dig deep to both see where they are and where they want to go. Why we should be open to having multiple careers. Why we need to focus on adding value, not just adding activity. The concept of “Human Design.” What the sunk cost fallacy is. Why Sheila makes rest a priority. Now, for some action steps: Follow Sheila on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sheilamwilkinson/ Check out Sheila's website: https://sheilawilkinson.com/ Listen to Sheila's podcast: https://creativesed.libsyn.com/ Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday Take the Encore Career Clarity Quiz My Resources: To get started on Your Encore journey, sign up for my resource: 5 Key Questions to Ask Yourself if You Want a Successful Mindset My Website: https://www.lynnfriesth.com/ Please leave a Rating and Review: Since this podcast is new, I'm asking for Apple Podcasts reviews. Reviews help others discover and learn what Creating Your Encore Career is all about. If you enjoyed this episode, we've created a PDF that has all of the key information for you from the episode. Just go to the episode page at https://www.lynnfriesth.com/podcast to download it. I thank you so much for being here and I'll see ya next time on Creating Your Encore Career. — Lynn Episode Credits If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment. He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com

EP 2493 If you haven't heard the term portfolio career, I explained it and why it is important to have one, even if you're happy in your current position. SUPPORTERS: Grammarly https://thebiggamehunter.us/grammarly Download the Chrome extension to help your writing AND SocialPilot https://thebiggamehunter.us/socialpilot More features than the other social media scheduling services for less ABOUT JEFF ALTMAN, THE BIG GAME HUNTER Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter is a coach who worked as a recruiter for what seems like one hundred years. He is hired to provide No BS Career Advice globally. That can involve job search, hiring staff, management, leadership, career transition and advice about resolving workplace issues. Schedule a discovery call at my website, www.TheBigGameHunter.us He is the host of “No BS Job Search Advice Radio,” the #1 podcast in iTunes for job search with over 2400 episodes. I do a livestream on LinkedIn, and YouTube (on the JobSearchTV.com account) Tuesdays and Fridays at 1 PM Eastern. You can send your questions about job search, hiring better, management, leadership or to get advice about a workplace issue to me via messaging on LinkedIn or in chat during the approximately 30-minute show. Website: www.TheBigGameHunter.us LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/TheBigGameHunter Courses: www.TheBigGameHunter.us/courses Main YouTube: www.JobSearchTV.com Instagram: http://instagram.com/jeffaltman Facebook: http://facebook.com/nobscoachingadvice Podcast: anchor.fm/nobsjobsearchadviceradio Video Podcast: Spotify Twitter: http://twitter.com/jeffaltmancoach Medium: jeffaltmancoach.medium.com Resume & LinkedIn Profile critiques My courses are available on Skillshare CareerFitter offers a free test and if you want career recommendations, upgrade to the paid version https://www.TheBigGameHunter.us/career We grant permission for this post and others to be used on your website as long as a backlink is included to www.TheBigGameHunter.us and notice is provided that it is provided by Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter as an author or creator. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nobsjobsearchadviceradio/support

Do you want to do what you love while earning from multiple income streams? Having multiple income streams is possible with a Portfolio Career. It also allows you to reduce the risk if one income stream doesn't work out. In today's episode, we talk with Steve Preston about creating a portfolio career. Following a very successful management career, Steve Preston took redundancy in 2001 when his company relocated. Steve made a defining career and life choice not to let an employer control his future.  Steve is a leading Career Coach, Internationally acclaimed Author, Speaker, Creator of Breakthrough Career & Personal Development Online Courses, Broadcaster, and Thought Leader on Portfolio Careers. Recognized as ‘The Career Catalyst' ®, Steve is living proof of what can be achieved whether you wish to progress your career, change career at 30, or even start a new career at 50 or 60 – as he has successfully coached many of his clients to do! We'll dive deeper into these concepts: A blended working lifestyle The 3 P's: passion, pleasure, and profit Why the massive increase in interest in a portfolio career The evolutionary process of a portfolio career Distinguishing factors in a portfolio career   Now, for some action steps: Check out Steve's online course  Visit Steve Preston's main website  Email Steve at steve@steveprestonthecareercatalyst.com  Read Steve Preston's books Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday Lynn's Encore Career Clarity Quiz   Connect with Me: LinkedIn Facebook   Please leave a Rating and Review: Since this podcast is new, I'm asking for Apple Podcasts reviews. Reviews help others discover and learn what Creating Your Encore Career is all about.   If you enjoyed this episode, we've created a PDF that has all of the key information for you from the episode. Just go to the episode page at https://www.lynnfriesth.com/podcast1 to download it. I thank you so much for being here and I'll see ya next time on Creating Your Encore Career. — Lynn   *** Episode Credits If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Emerald City Productions. They helped me grow and produce the podcast you are listening to right now. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com.

In 2020, the world of work dramatically changed. Workers have adjusted and found it might be easier now to build a Portfolio Career than before. Investors like Virginie Raphael saw these shifts too. Through her own firm Full Circle, she is investing into companies that are building into a world with Portfolio Careers and firmless professionals being more common. In this episode, you will learn about emerging business models, leading companies, and how Virginie hired someone with a Portfolio Career. Excited for you to build and grow your Portfolio Career! As always, this episode with notes is available on my website.Connect with Virginie on LinkedIn!Connect with David on Twitter!

Welcome back for our 21st Career Insight podcast on Non-Executive Director Positions and Portfolio Careers.  We are joined by our host Sarah Burgess and 10Eighty Non-Executive Directors Nigel Williams and Paula Jordan.  In today's episode, we will look at how you can become a Non-Executive Director, the reasons why anyone can become a Non-Executive Director, how you can establish a portfolio career, and the benefits of doing both.  Meet The CoachesPaula Jordan - Non-Executive Director & Executive Coach Paula is a Non-Executive Director of 10Eighty and Trustee of the McCarthy Stone Charitable Foundation. Recognised by HR Magazine as one of the top 40 most influential C-level HR Directors and opinion formers during her long corporate career, she has worked across a number of industry sectors and has recently embarked on a portfolio career comprising executive coaching, consulting and NED roles.Paula's goal is to use her coaching and consulting skills and deep commercial acumen to help individuals and organisations achieve sustainable business performance and growth and to respond with resilience and agility to the uncharted waters we face.A fluent French speaker, Paula loves France and owns a farmhouse in the Dordogne with blue shutters where, COVID permitting, she loves to entertain and debate with friends.Nigel Williams - Non-Executive Director Nigel is a Non-Executive Director of 10Eighty. He has held Board level Group HR Director roles in FTSE250 and Fortune500 businesses and worked across seven sectors in his career. More recently he has worked in search for a leading Financial Services headhunter.He is passionate about helping individuals and companies tap into their strengths and realise their potential. He has a particular interest in coaching, career pathing and neuro-diversity. As a qualified football coach he often looks to bring learnings from sports coaching into the world of work.Outside of work, Nigel is on the executive team of a local West London club which is a feeder for Fulham FC. He also helps a dyslexic school with careers advice and internships. Sarah BurgessSarah is an experienced career coach and works with clients from a wide ranging background.  She is 10Eighty's LinkedIn expert and spends time with clients helping them to gain the right attention to their profiles.  Sarah also works with organisations on staff engagement surveys. Click here to meet the rest of the team - Find out more about 10Eighty and meet the team | 10EightyWho we are and how we can help?10Eighty is all about helping people maximise their potential and in turn, helping organisations harness that potential. Based in the UK and across the globe, we're a team of coaches, facilitators and leadership consultants – and we work with our clients to build plans tailored to their organisation and goals. Here's what we do and how we do it: https://youtu.be/XjWv86UUjO4Our service offerings include: Leadership and Management Development, Executive Coaching, Career Management and Career Transition.Website: http://www.10eighty.co.uk/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/10eighty 

Equity and company shares are usually far off the radar of the general public. Equity seems to be a term from the glamorous  world of the startup founders and investment managers in ties and Bentley cars.Yet, things are changing.I sat down with Naïma Camara, CEO & Founder of Ownership, to discuss the evolving role of equity.Dynamic equity not only allows founders to attract talent even when capital is scarce. It can also help employees and contributors to build a portfolio of assets. Moreover, dynamic equity may also bring remarkable and much needed change to the whole entrepreneurial landscape. How? Keep on listening.Some of the topics we explore:How you, I and anyone else can earn shares in a startup. Portfolio careers.Part-time startup founders: science fiction or reality?Equity: much more than just an incentive for employees, much more than just access to talent for underrepresented founders.Hiring teams in early stages of company building.Quotas as a tool to drive more capital to fund BIPOC founders.About Naïma Camara:Naïma is the CEO & Founder of Ownership. Ownership is an app to allow founders to pay for talent using equity. Naïma has a master's degree in US History & Politics from University College London. She believes her grounding in history and knowledge of the systems of power that govern society allows her to thrive within teams working towards a social good to deploy tech that can achieve realistic positive change. Naïma is based in London. About Darya Kamkalova:Darya wears many hats: she is podcaster, a data industry professional, a startup mentor, a co-founder of Manifest Taproom (a craft beer bar in Berlin), and a speaker.Her experience in the data industry spans 10 years, five continents and such domains as data monetisation & acquisition, data product development, strategic partnerships as well as data marketplace business operations.Darya has been driving or supporting various projects empowering women since 2013. She is based in Berlin.

Entrepreneur, investor, and advisor Sam Lee has embraced a portfolio approach to both his career and his life, pursuing experiences that allow him to grow and contribute, whether at Fortune 500 companies like Goldman Sachs, turnaround success companies like AOL, or hypergrowth startup companies like WeWork.In this episode, Sam—now the Founder & CEO of IndeCollective, which focuses on the future of work and empowering independent workers to supercharge their careers—opens up about his early career pivot from international development to public policy, his formula for networking, what to look for in a mentor, and how his coming out journey at the age of 16 not only informed his work but also led him to discover one of his superpowers: helping others find their voice.Connect with Sam:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/samuel-phillips-lee/Learn More About IndeCollective: Website: https://indecollective.coInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/indecollectiveLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/indecollective/This show is presented by Teal, and hosted by Teal's Founder & CEO David Fano. At Teal, we're building the first genuinely consumer-first platform to help people grow and manage their careers. Our goal is to empower people to land jobs they love with free tools that guide and automate the process. Learn more at tealhq.comThis podcast is produced by Rainbow Creative with Matthew Jones as Senior Producer and Drew MacPowell as Editor and Associate Producer. Find out more about how to create a podcast for you or your business at rainbowcreative.co

April Rinne is an expert on the future of work and a pathfinder within the digital economy as well as the author of Flux: 8 Superpowers for Thriving in Constant Change.  She is one of the fifty leading female futurists in the world and a young global leader at the World Economic Forum. The post 963: How College Students Should Build Their Portfolio Careers With April Rinne, author of Flux [K-Cup TripleShot] appeared first on Time4Coffee.

Since COVID-19, there has been a 37% increase in portfolio careers. Portfolio careers allow individuals to work on a wide variety of different projects, increased flexibility, and you are able to develop new skills or expand your knowledge level. We are joined today by our host Sarah Burgess, and coaches Trevor Merriden, and David Mellor. In today's episode, we look at what a portfolio career is, how you can set up a portfolio career and the tactics you can use to expand it. Furthermore, we will also look at the steps you need to take to start planning for your semi-retirement. Who we are and how we can help10Eighty is all about helping people maximise their potential and in turn, helping organisations harness that potential. Based in the UK and across the globe, we're a team of coaches, facilitators and leadership consultants – and we work with our clients to build plans tailored to their organisation and goals. Here's what we do and how we do it: https://youtu.be/XjWv86UUjO4Our service offerings include: Leadership and Management Development, Executive Coaching, Career Management and Career Transition.Website: http://www.10eighty.co.uk/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/10eighty

Dr. Sarah Rennie has a portfolio career as a general surgeon and surgical endoscopist, locuming around Aotearoa and is one half of the Aotearoa New Zealand Surgical advisors for RACS along with Professor Spencer Beasley. She was the first SET trainee to be a grandma, and was a registrar for 18 years, in and out of training in New Zealand and the UK. On top of all this, she works at the University of Otago as the Clinical Skills Director, and has 5 children and 2 grandchildren.In this episode, we discuss her tortuous journey into general surgery, training for 18 years, creating a portfolio career, the shift from registrar to consultancy, being LGBTQ in medicine, the cultural shifts in the rainbow community, and parenting, pregnancy & fertility in same-sex relationships. As always, if you have any feedback or queries, or if you would like to get in touch with the speaker, feel free to get in touch at doctornos@pm.me.Audio credit:Bliss by Luke Bergs https://soundcloud.com/bergscloudCreative Commons — Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported — CC BY-SA 3.0Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/33DJFs9Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/e9aXhBQDT9YSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/doctornos)

Do you want to do what you love while earning from multiple income streams? Having multiple income streams is possible with a Portfolio Career. It also allows you to reduce the risk if one income stream doesn't work out. In today's episode, we talk with Steve Preston about creating a portfolio career. Following a very successful management career, Steve Preston took redundancy in 2001 when his company relocated. Steve made a defining career and life choice not to let an employer control his future.  Steve is a leading Career Coach, Internationally acclaimed Author, Speaker, Creator of Breakthrough Career & Personal Development Online Courses, Broadcaster, and Thought Leader on Portfolio Careers. Recognized as ‘The Career Catalyst' ®, Steve is living proof of what can be achieved whether you wish to progress your career, change career at 30, or even start a new career at 50 or 60 – as he has successfully coached many of his clients to do! We'll dive deeper into these concepts: A blended working lifestyle The 3 P's: passion, pleasure, and profit Why the massive increase in interest in a portfolio career The evolutionary process of a portfolio career Distinguishing factors in a portfolio career Now, for some action steps: Check out Steve's online course  Visit Steve Preston's main website  Email Steve at steve@steveprestonthecareercatalyst.com  Read Steve Preston's books Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday Lynn's Encore Career Clarity Quiz Connect with Me: LinkedIn Facebook Please leave a Rating and Review: Since this podcast is new, I'm asking for Apple Podcasts reviews. Reviews help others discover and learn what Creating Your Encore Career is all about. If you enjoyed this episode, we've created a PDF that has all of the key information for you from the episode. Just go to the episode page at https://www.lynnfriesth.com/podcast to download it. I thank you so much for being here and I'll see ya next time on Creating Your Encore Career. — Lynn *** Episode Credits If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Emerald City Productions. They helped me grow and produce the podcast you are listening to right now. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com.

In this Dangling Modifier, ADJ•ective Co-owner and #ADJCC member Jamie Leigh Sampson introduces us to the concept of a "portfolio career," as we continue our journey into the entrepreneurial side of being a composer in the 21st century.

How was your 2021? I wanted to share 20 reflections from my year. Many of the reflections are related to my Portfolio Career. Some include stories and insights into how I am thinking about my Portfolio Career now. In 2021, I had 3 different jobs and gigs and I talk about that journey in hopes that it helps you. Thank you for being part of the show in 2021, and I am excited to build and grow our Portfolio Careers together!As always, this episode with notes is on my website.

Annika Lewis had been writing about web3 and cryptocurrencies for some time. After a conversation with a friend, she decided to leave the venture capital industry to work at Gitcoin, a DAO. Her journey to this role is filled with interesting stories and actionable insights. If you are looking to learn more about how work and Portfolio Careers are changing because of cryptocurrency and web3 technologies, this episode is for you. Excited for you to Build and Grow your Portfolio Career!As always, this episode with notes is available on my website.Learn more from Annika on Twitter!Learn more from me on Twitter!

In Series 3 of this FiftyFaces Focus Series focusing on the Next Chapter – and specifically portfolio careers and what makes an effective Board Member and Chari we meet with Alexandra Noble, Daniele Beasley, Susan Martin and Henry Tapper.  We hear from a group of leaders committed to training the next generation of leaders, coaching through change and ensuring that all pensioners get to retire with dignity and informed choices.  First we hear from Alexandra Noble, who's an independent strategic adviser to financial institutions and charities and has a particular interest in mentoring the next generation of investment leaders. She shares what it means to be a good leader, the importance of listening and key it is to allow all meeting participants to have a voice. We cross over to California then to hear from a financial advisor, Daniele Beasley about her own Board Roles and her views on diversity initiatives from her vantage point. She has built a career of service focused on giving, and encourages us to do the same. Susan Martin is also a “giver” and as a change consultant is frequently called up to bring institutions through periods of transformational change. She describes the role of a Non-Executive Director as akin to a coach or a mentor, something that is more essential than ever now given the volatile, uncertain, complex and ambiguous (VUCA) circumstances that we are living with today.   Our final guest Henry Tapper, dives into a subject that has been a lifelong passion for him – pensions transparency and equity.  Given that many Board and Trustee roles cover pensions we wanted to provide some insight into the themes of this area, such as the levels of choice available, the pensions gap between women and men and the future evolution of this area.  Her portfolio career includes a consulting role for pensions for purpose, coaching and strategic advice to firms, a chair role of future fit limited and roles as a charity trustee and director. It is clear that there is massive change ahead in the world of pensions – an area that will be relevant to all of us, but equally where many directors and trustees will find themselves in fiduciary positions.  I hope you found some food for thought here in this episode of FIftyfaces focus – The Next Chapter. Follow us on Linked In, Twitter, apple podcasts, spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.This podcast series was made possible by the kind support of Darwin Alternatives.Darwin Alternative Investment Management Limited offers innovative, alpha-driven investment solutions that are uncorrelated with traditional asset classes and feature business areas which have not previously been considered by investment funds. The firm aims to create new opportunities for investors to further diversify their portfolios and achieve stable absolute returns. 

In our second podcast of our Fiftyfaces Focus Next Chapter Series we hear from four more seasoned voices who are all pursuing a rich and diverse set of roles.  First we meet with Margaret Casely Hayford, CBE, Chancellor of Coventry University, Special Trustee at Great Ormond Street Hospital Children's Charity and Chair at Shakespeare's Globe, among other board roles.  She talks about the steep learning curve in gaining familiarity with the mission and purpose of each organization as well as the importance of learning to listen and for a Board to be a supportive Board.  We speak also about the current levels of Board Diversity and the pace of change. William Bourne is an independent adviser to a number of LGPS pension funds and also chairs pension boards as well as being the founder of his own firm Linchpin, which provides advice on investments and governance to institutional investors. He shares his views on the importance of bringing about better decision making as a board member, as well as the role of a Chair to ensure that all voices are heard and that meetings stay on course.  We then cross the Atlantic to meet with Sandra Urie, Chairman Emeritus of Cambridge Associates, and the holder of a range of investment committee and Board roles.  She shares her views on the ideal size of an investment committee, and the importance of instilling an institutional quality process. We speak about the importance of good governance, sticking with the appropriate time horizon and about how the role changes through good and bad market environments.  Finally we hear from Julian Tregoning.  Julian, like William, is another familiar face in the City of London, and he has throughout his career held many board roles in positions that sit “outside the envelope” of his City career.  This is the ideal place to cut one's teeth in his view.  So following your passion and interests, learning to think like a fiduciary, build a process and listening deeply, some tips from our seasoned board and committee members on this episode.  Thank you for listening to the Fiftyfaces focus Next Chapter podcast.  I hope you have enjoyed listening to these tips for the next chapter. Follow us on Linked In, Twitter, apple podcasts, spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.This podcast series was made possible by the kind support of Darwin Alternatives.Darwin Alternative Investment Management Limited offers innovative, alpha-driven investment solutions that are uncorrelated with traditional asset classes and feature business areas which have not previously been considered by investment funds. The firm aims to create new opportunities for investors to further diversify their portfolios and achieve stable absolute returns. 

In this inaugural "next chapter" podcast episode, we hear from four extraordinary leaders in investment management circles - each pathbreakers in their own right, and each of whom is dedicating this current chapter of their career to a portfolio of Board and other roles.Many executives enter a portfolio or "plural" career once they finish up a traditional executive role, but there is a distinct lack of guidance as to what it is that makes a good director or investment committee member, and particular a good chair.  We hear from these experts about the benefit of perspective, the mantra of "eyes on, hands off", the role of providing counsel to executives and to contributing to the efficacy of a Board. We hear what it is to coach and nurture the next generation of leaders, and why helping to shape diversity on Boards is an important way of bringing about lasting change.  We hear about the importance of an organization's mission, how a good chair will draw out the optimal contributions of everyone around a table, keep time and bring about effective decision-making.This podcast series was made possible by the kind support of Darwin Alternatives.Darwin Alternative Investment Management Limited offers innovative, alpha-driven investment solutions that are uncorrelated with traditional asset classes and feature business areas which have not previously been considered by investment funds. The firm aims to create new opportunities for investors to further diversify their portfolios and achieve stable absolute returns. 

Growing a coaching business is hard work. For Nikki Goldman, she has been able to grow her B2B coaching business, I/O Coaching, by producing great work. She has been able to grow it largely without using social media. You also learn about how to have hard conversations and the future of Portfolio Careers. Excited for you to Build and Grow your Portfolio Career!As always, this episode with notes is available on my websiteLearn more about Nikki and I/O Coaching here.Connect with me on Twitter!

A linear career path is no longer the only way to build a career. In this episode, we're discussing the increasing popularity of portfolio-style careers and the value that you can bring to a job role based on a variety of experiences and skills that transfer across industries. While there are benefits to both styles of career, we're chatting about how we, as the next generation of hiring managers, can continue to remove the stigma associated with changing your career or moving industries that existed more in past generations and why that change has happened. We'd love to hear from you and if you'd like to contribute to our next topic on Adult Friendships, please drop us a message on the details below: growthinprogresspod@gmail.com / @growthinprogresspod charlottephoebe.com / @charlotte.phoebe helenabradbury.com / @helenabradbury Recommendations Cadbury Vegan Chocolate Bar - Plant Bar Free Guy - Movie on Disney+

#033 - Join Jennie for the “what's in a name” episode where she talks with coach and corporate trainer Kym Dakin, who also boasts a background in performing arts, radio, audiobooks and writing. Kym describes a new way to talk about our professional lives – as “portfolio careers.” Jennie thinks this is exactly what Everything Enthusiasts should call their varied and diverse work histories from now on! In this episode, the ladies discuss:forming an identity in a noisy world when it's hard to hear your own thoughts,how Kym got comfortable with improvisational acting (by far the scariest kind, in Jennie's opinion),Pecha Kucha as an innovative story-telling modality,and getting things done by spending just 15 more minutes (this is GOLD, y'all).Listen to Amy Cuddy's Ted Talk about power stances.This is the Positive Intelligence Program Kym is currently taking.Her book on listening styles, Don't Trust Your Ears, is due to out in 2022.Nick Rimsa, of Tortoise Labs is the man who helped Kym start and grow her bookmarking app, Nugget. You can learn more about that at YourNugget.com.Find out more about Kym at kymdakin.com, on twitter @kymdakin, and on LinkedIn.Follow me, Jennie, on all the socials: Facebook, Instagram and Pinterest@YourCreativeFairyGodmotherCome watch the video version of these podcasts on YouTube!✨✨If you think this content is deserving of a tip, I'd be ever so grateful if you'd leave one here. I plan to use all proceeds for magick supplies and I promise to use my powers for good.

David Nebinski is the host of The Portfolio Career Podcast and was an inaugural coach in the Akimbo Podcasting Workshop created by Seth Godin and Alex DiPalma. I had a great conversation with David about what a portfolio career is, different ways to look at the "career capital" and the diverse range of experience and skills you've built over time to stand out, as well as, how to create a unique value proposition that can take your career in a direction you may have never thought possible. We both shared examples from our own portfolio careers along with advice and tips we've learned along the way.The Portfolio PodcastAkimbo Podcasting WorkshopLearn more about DavidFollow Winding Road Careers: Website: https://www.windingroadcareers.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/windingroadcareers/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/winding-road-careers/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/thewindingrd Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/windingroadcareers

It's no secret that we love new ways of working at Excell Group. That's why we're so excited to share with you this episode of Brussels Sprouts featuring The Portfolio Collective founder Ben Legg. Tune in as Ben tells us how portfolio careers are beginning to disrupt traditional working styles and hiring patterns - whilst also sharing with us his top tips for being extra productive whilst working from home or on the move. 

Episode NotesWelcome back - I'm still in the hot seat being interviewed by my awesome sister, Kerri. I can't think of a better person as Kerri has been my ride or die and my right hand woman. She's seen it all and supported me through thick and thin! Kerri interviews me about my own journey into law and how I made big life and work changes in the legal world. This conversation is split into two parts because there was so much to unpack and I wanted to be totally open with you.....plus being in conversation with my sister is such a vibe #sisterchats! In Part 2 we cover:-Quitting Big Law;The initial travelling phase - intentional but flowy;Labels - who are we without them? Everything stripped away and meeting new ppl no longer as “Lauren the Lawyer”, “Lauren the fun friend” etc;Life changing experiences including a journey of love - love for myself and the world;Bali - the first seed is planted about my next chapter ;Returning to the UK knowing I wanted to live in Bali and work remotely - how could I make this happen?;Deep dive into my skills and passions and remote opportunities;Working for BamLegal from Bali from October 2017;Living and working solo from Bali - coworking spaces, the people, the freedom and the cafe culture;The next chapter - yoga teaching training in Nepal with my sister;How I moved from yang / masculine ways to yin / feminine ways;Moving on from Bam - life coaching and other remote legal work;Finding Ignition Law, being amazed at how forward thinking they were / are;Life as a legal consultant - duty bound employment vs freedom centric consulting;Working ways - what fuels my fire;Living / working from Mexico in 2020;What I'd tell my earlier self if I could have a chat with her;Why I'm Legally Different - deep insights into being ‘different' in an empowered and a disempowered way (self doubts about being blonde and from a working class background in law); andWhat's next for Legally Different........CONTACT INFO + LINKSYou can get in touch with me via Legally Different:-Instagram:@legallydifferent Email:hello@legallydifferent.comYou can connect with my sister via:-Instagram:@konsciously.kerriWebsite: www.konsciouslykerri.co.ukThank you for tuning in!Lauren 

  Promotion: We have 5 books to give away Jacinta and her colleague Caroline McAuliffe have co-authored a book, The Rise of the Interim Executive: A Guide to Navigate Your Success. This book is out this month and a must-read for professionals who are keen to move now or in the future towards interim work. I have five copies to give away to listeners. All you need to do is give this podcast 5 stars and write a review on iTunes or the Apple podcast app, send me a screenshot with your postal address, and I will send you a brand new, off the print copy of the book. This is a first in the best-dressed promotion and I only have 5 copies, so please hurry - you don't want to miss out! Send the photo and your postal address to my email: rb@renatabernarde.com  Podcast Episode Timestamps: 05:15 - The job market as we enter Q2 of 202 12:25 - What is a portfolio career 15:10 - Who is a perfect candidate for portfolio work? 18:09 - Who should avoid it? 20:10 - What is the future of work?  30:53 - Jacinta explained her framework to help interim executives 33:22 - The myths surrounding interim work Other ways to enjoy this podcast: Read the full blog on the podcast website.  Download a transcript of this episode. Links mentioned in this episode: Me Inc: Opting for short term contract work post-quarantine (COVID SERIES) with Jacinta Whelan How to find a job during the COVID-19 pandemic - with global recruitment expert Geoff Morgan AM. Has COVID-19 derailed your career? Interview with recruitment expert Geoff Slade. Jacinta's new book "The Rise of the Interim Executive: A Guide to Navigate Your Success" Register your interest and learn more about the group coaching program: Job Hunting Made Simple LinkedIn Audit service About our guest, Jacinta Whelan: A partner with Watermark Executive Search, Jacinta is an author, thought leader, and popular speaker on the concept of Interim Executives, Portfolio Careers, and future ways of working. She leads the Melbourne office of Watermark and has over 25 years of experience starting and leading Interim businesses in Hong Kong, New York, and Australia.  Jacinta advises corporates and governments on the Executive Interim marketplace. She is regularly asked to speak to Boards and business leaders looking to stay abreast of the way organizations are engaging executive talent. The future of work has well and truly arrived – it is the NOW of work. The paradigm has shifted in how we engage with work and both individuals and companies are questioning what it means for them. Jacinta has a BA Bus, is a GAICD (2008), a Harvard Business School Alumni (2018). How to connect with Jacinta: Jacinta's LinkedIn Jacinta's book website Watermark website Free tools to help your career development:  Subscribe to the newsletter and access free tools to help you advance in your career. Visit my website for more tools and resources. Are you new to The Job Hunting Podcast? If so, here is a bit about your host: Hello, I'm Renata Bernarde, the Host of The Job Hunting Podcast. I'm also a virtual career coach, job hunting expert, and career strategist. I teach professionals in the corporate, non-profit, and public sectors the steps and frameworks to help them find great jobs, change, and advance their careers with confidence and less stress.  If you are 1) an ambitious professional who is keen to develop a robust career plan, 2) looking to find your next job or promotion, or 3) you want to keep a finger on the pulse of the job market so that when you ready and an opportunity arises, you can hit the ground running – then this podcast is for you. In addition to The Job Hunting Podcast, I have… Created a series of free tools and resources.   Developed a range of courses and services for professionals in career or job transition. And, of course, I also... Coach private clients.  So there is no excuse – I'm determined to help you! I want you to feel empowered, nail your next job, and have the career you want. Book a time to discuss 1-1 coaching and achieve your goals faster Please email me at rb@renatabernarde.com.       Learn more: www.renatabernarde.com. Subscribe to the newsletter and access free tools to help you advance in your career. Please support The Job Hunting Podcast: Follow, subscribe, share, rate, and review: Thank you so much again for listening to the episode. If you enjoyed the content, please consider leaving a review of my show and giving it a 5-star rating if your platform has a review system in place. It's one of the best gifts one can be a podcaster, and I'll be so happy you wouldn't believe it! When you write a review and give it five stars, it helps the podcast reach more people like you who want guidance and support in job hunting and career advancement. To leave a review on iTunes, click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select "Write a review." Then let me know in a few words what you think about the show and how it has helped you. And if you haven't already, don't forget to subscribe!  Enjoy the episode and ciao for now. RB Renata Bernarde | Job Hunting Expert | Founder, Pantala Academy Book a time to discuss 1-1 coaching and achieve your goals faster rb@renatabernarde.com      www.renatabernarde.com  

Gail Kastning is a Certified Career Strategist and the owner of Purposeful Careers and DIY Career School ™. She equips job seekers and Career Coaches with knowledge of portfolio careers, independent careers and SMART side hustle strategy helping people build an income streaming mindset. Based in Calgary, Alberta, Gail holds a Bachelor of Education from the University of Regina and the Certified Career Strategist certification from the Career Professionals of Canada. Learn more about Gail at PurposefulCareers.ca and connect with her on LinkedIn. Resources: - Statistics Canada > Labour Key Indicators - Labour Market Information Council > Data Dashboards - Government of Canada Job Bank > Career Planning If you have a career planning question you'd like us to answer on The Career Planning Show, let us know via Rascanu.com/TheCareerPlanningShow or at @AlexRascanu. Access additional free career planning resources at Rascanu.com/Career.

Welcome to the world's first work/life podstorm.In today's episode, I discuss the importance of carving your own niche and the increasing emergence of portfolio careers due to a changing job market.LINKS:Future Work/Life newsletterFWL#21: The importance of carving out your niche See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In addition to a thriving career as a composer and podcast host, Garrett Hope has been using Steinberg’s new music notation software Dorico for several years.  After having Daniel Spreadbury, Product Marketing Manager for Dorico, on the podcast, I decided to sit down with Garrett to talk through my experiences with the software as a novice and his as a seasoned professional. We also talk about how Garrett has been adapting to changes brought about by the pandemic, how musicians can continue to build their portfolio careers despite the current challenges of live performance, and much more. Check out Garrett’s 2016 appearance on the podcast, and be sure to subscribe to his excellent podcast as well! Subscribe to the podcast to get these interviews delivered to you automatically! Check out our Online Sheet Music Store with 90+ wide-ranging titles for bassists. Check out my Beginner's Classical Bass course, available exclusively from Discover Double Bass.   Thank you to our sponsors! Dorico - Dorico helps you to write music notation, automatically producing printed results of exceptional quality — and plays it back with breathtaking realism. It is easy enough for anyone to learn, yet has hundreds of advanced notations, features, options and sounds to satisfy even the most demanding professionals.  With its streamlined, natural user interface, students and those with less experience in scoring can compose and arrange straight into Dorico, making learning the language of music notation much faster and more intuitive. Editing and making changes — such as instrument, time signature or key — are straightforward, with the notation instantly and correctly adapting to include them, reinforcing the learning outcome.   Ear Trumpet Labs - They make hand-built mics out of Portland, OR and they have an excellent mic for upright bass called Nadine. The Nadine is a condenser mic with a clear natural sound and incredible feedback rejection. This mic is a completely new design -- the head mounts in between the strings above the tailpiece with a rubber grommet, and the body securely straps to the tailpiece with velcro elastic. A 14-inch Mogami cable connects the two parts making it easy to place on any bass. It’s durable and holds up to the demanding needs of the instrument while offering excellent sound quality. Ear Trumpet Labs is offering a free t-shirt just for Contrabass listeners with the purchase of a mic, just visit EarTrumpetLabs.com/contrabass to claim yours and check out the Nadine!   Practizma - The Practizma practice journal is packed with research based strategies to turn your ho-hum practice into extraordinary practice.  Develop your curiosity, discipline, creativity, daring, tenacity and zen.  Take a journey with four elements each week: goal setting, reflection prompt, action challenge, and journal pages to track your practice.  Curious? Download the introductory chapter of the journal for free - this gives you an idea of what it's all about.   Modacity - Are you a practice-savvy musician? Get Modacity – the music practice app that organizes, focuses, and tracks your progress.  Recorder… metronome… tone generator… timer… note taking… Do away with the random assortment of music practice apps in your arsenal. Modacity™ combines all the tools you need into one easy to use, music practice tool.  Organize, focus, and reflect on your practice – motivating you to increase retention in less time.  Modacity has a special offer for Contrabass Conversations listeners that includes lifetime access to the app.   Contrabass Conversations production team: Jason Heath, host Michael Cooper and Steve Hinchey, audio editing Mitch Moehring, audio engineer Trevor Jones, publication and promotion Krista Kopper, archival and cataloging theme music by Eric Hochberg  

This is a special bonus episode. David is interviewed by his very first guest, Kean Gardner. David shares lessons learned from 2+ years of podcasting and developing a portfolio of work around his Portfolio Career Podcast. You will learn:- how there there are tiers and plateaus in a podcasting journey- how creating a podcast can lead to a modern marketing set of skills- benefits of podcasting that people overlook- how podcasting has led to professional work organically As always, this episode with notes is available on my website 

Not everyone has just one full-time job to make up their working life. Portfolio Careers are becoming increasingly common options for individuals. In this podcast, we talk about the differences between traditional and portfolio careers, and how to enter this type of work, as well as providing you to top tips from our three experts who have all undertaken portfolio careers.

Ben Legg is the CEO of The Portfolio Collective, his new business and a community that helps entrepreneurial professionals launch and grow their portfolio careers.Ben has had a diverse career including as an army officer, McKinsey strategy consultant, COO of Google Europe and global technology CEO. He has lived in nine countries and worked in 60. He now has a portfolio career, which includes board roles, mentoring (and investing in) entrepreneurs, advising investors, speaking at conferences and consulting. We talk about his career, some of the principles he lives by and, of course, how to approach building your own portfolio career.LINKS:Future Work/LifeThe Portfolio CollectiveThe Portfolio Collective's Catapult Course See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Anne Stark Ditmeyer has been living in Paris since 2009. She launched her Pret-A-Voyager blog in 2007 and it has been her best business card. She has not applied for a job in 10+ years. Anne is passionate about Portfolio Careers. She has worked at the intersection of multiple fields. Currently, she is mostly focused on online workshops and creativity coaching. You will learn:- how opportunities and relationships themselves from Anne's blog- how Anne doubled-down on creating and leading workshops- how to think about a Portfolio Career and to create your own- how a magical connection led to a special, personal projectAs always, this episode with notes is available on my websiteConnect with Anne on Twitter and Instagram

Good morning and welcome back to another episode of the #ChatTalentPeoplePodcast! After a few mishaps, including a power cut, we finally managed to welcome Lucy Williams, the new Head of Talent Acquisition for Sennder. Lucy is an incredible breath of fresh air in our industry and has a real passion for delivering value from a TA perspective. After accidentally landing a job in international recruitment, Lucy found herself living in Dubai for just over twelve years. But now she is back in the UK and very interestingly helping out at a hospitality startup, We All Need A Holiday. We, of course, talked about a number of things, around international recruitment, Brexit and the benefits of portfolio careers. Even though, Lucy didn’t even know she had one. What at first was only supposed to be a break from job hunting and personal development courses, Lucy’s role with We All Need A Holiday has developed into a full-time position. “IT’S BEEN A GREAT EXPERIENCE. I GOT TO TAP INTO SKILLS THAT I DON’T THINK I WOULD HAVE FROM ‘MY NORMAL DAY JOB’.” Lucy’s abilities to use her transferable skills from the world of TA is something that unfortunately a lot of HR and TA people are finding themselves currently trying to do. So I asked Lucy how she did it and what her best piece of advice is: “THIS IS A GREAT TIME TO TAKE A STEP BACK. THINK ABOUT WHAT IT IS THAT YOU REALLY ENJOY ABOUT BEING A RECRUITER. WHAT ARE YOU REALLY GOOD AT? MY BEST ADVICE FOR ANYBODY IS YOU NEED TO BE RESILIENT, QUITE PERSISTENT AND VERY PASSIONATE. AND HAVE THE ABILITY TO BE FLEXIBLE. YOU NEVER KNOW WHAT’S AROUND THE CORNER.” I thoroughly enjoyed recording this episode with Lucy. Exploring the world of start-ups and finding out more about We All Need A Holiday. Is there maybe a ChatTalent + We All Need A Holiday crossover in the future? I’m sure we’ll soon find out. Enjoy! DON’T HAVE TIME TO LISTEN TO THE WHOLE EPISODE? HERE’S AN EASY BREAKDOWN [1.47] Who is Lucy Williams [4.35] Is there a difference between working for an agency and working in-house? [6.44] What do we mean when we say international recruitment and what are the greatest challenges you faced? [8.38] Do you see Covid changing the face of international recruitment? What with WFH and WFA becoming part of the norm? [9.59] Do you think companies fully understand the benefits of opening up to a more international talent pool? [11.58] Jumping back to you helping out at We All Need A Holiday, the start-up travel company. Tell us a little bit about it. [13.38] Portfolio careers are something that a lot of people are looking at. Do you advise that kind of career style to others? [14.39] As you enter the second stage of your TA career, what are the biggest skills you think you’ll bring from We All Need A Holiday? [17.33] Unfortunately, there are a lot of TA and HR people who are finding themselves without work, what would you say to them? From your experience of jumping headfirst into the start-up world?? [19.27] What is a natural step for anybody working in TA or HR? What sort of roles will our background suit best? [21.37] You clearly have a real knack for helping others find their true calling. Have you ever thought of career consulting yourself? [23.02] Where do you see yourself next? What does your next role look like?

Lily Tung Crystal worked for two decades while pursuing her passion on the side until she landed her dream job. Today, Lily is  doing her life's work as Artistic Director of Theater Mu, a theater devoted to celebrating and empowering Asian Americans through storytelling. Lily shares her journey of pursuing her love of theater and acting on the side while working as a freelance writer and producer. At Theater Mu, Lily is using her skills in acting, writing, producing and leadership training to bring audiences great performances rooted in equity, justice and the Asian American experience. We discuss Lily's passion for bringing diversity to the arts and the evolution of Liily's love for theater and storytelling. Lily also shares tips for pursuing your passion while keeping a day job and building a portfolio career. To contact the show reach out to: podcast@iwantherjob.com  Follow us  @iwantherjob Sign up for our newsletter and find more interviews:  www.iwantherjob.com  

The global pandemic has stress-tested so many of our careers and lives. What if our Portfolio Careers were anti-fragile? What actions could you take for this to occur?Khe Hy left a very accomplished 15-year career on Wall Street for a new unknown chapter. For the last 5 years, he has run his own business and has been called "Oprah for Millennials." His RadReads newsletter now reaches 20,000. You will learn how "learning in public" and doing work "that is fun" has resulted in growth and resilience.You will learn:- how one press article in CNN resulted in 9,000 new email subscribers- why it is important to find work and projects that are fun- the benefits of learning in public resulting in Khe hearing interest from people for him to start a course on using Notion- ways to gain leverage as a solopreneurAs always, this episode with notes is available on my website

Why choose one career when you can do more than one at the same time? In these days of gig jobs and the need to pivot as the economy change, maybe we should thinking hard about ‘portfolio careers' or doing several things at the same time. That could happen in the context of one organization where one worker can wear many different hats, or it could be that more of us will do one multiple things at once. It is what used to be called moonlighting kicked up a notch, with an assist from technology and the realization that it is probably a good thing to diversify your career as much as well as your stock portfolio. Our first guest today, Scott Snyder of Heidrick Consultng, looks at the way that the labor market is changing overall and shares his insights of how portfolio careers can be part of the new mix. Then, our second guest, Jackie Wong, talks about how he juggles two very different careers, one as an Engagement Manager at McKinsey & Co  and the other as the man the Wall Street Journal calls ‘the most trusted voice in figure skating'. Guests:  Scott Snyder  Scott Snyder is...

Alaina and Casey discuss what it means to have a portfolio career, do a deep dive into projects that led to creating Ears Engaged, and share what's included in their portfolios as musicians.

Clinicians commuting, the best way to travel to work and understanding a portfolio career within healthcare. In this episode we discuss the different ways in which we commute to work, the experiences we have had and what we have gained from different modes of commuting. We also discussed the topic of a ‘portfolio’ career and how this can be done in dentistry.

A career in classical music will comprise several activities. You will play a bit solo, you might play in an ensemble, you might teach. Start to think early on about your portfolio to ensure that you are not only prepared but can really thrive in it.

When is the right time to change careers and what does it take to network? In this special podcast episode Manjan and Michael speak to each other about their special portfolio week challenge. For more happiness, visit www.happymelly.com.  

Making Waves team of emerging music journalists and composers interview composers Mark Oliveiro, Alex Turley, Thea Zimpel and Maria Grenfell about their music and diverse career paths.

Making Waves team of emerging music journalists and composers interview composers Mark Oliveiro, Alex Turley, Thea Zimpel and Maria Grenfell about their music and diverse career paths.

What Are Portfolio Careers & Are They For You?

In this episode of The Creative Introvert podcast I interview James Scully. James Scully is a native Brooklynite, a total Renaissance man, and founder of the Wallbreakers. More than a blog, the Wallbreakers is a mission to help us discover how to live a life doing the things we're most passionate about. We discuss: The best burgers in NYC The Golden Age of Radio Having a 'portfolio career' Working a fulltime job and pursuing a side-gig Are smartphones killing TV? The problem with our education system

I love episodes like this. Garrett Hope of The Portfolio Composer and I wanted to feature each other on our podcasts. But we couldn't figure out the best way to do it. So we chucked the script, flipped on the mic, and riffed for an hour on the subjects that interest us the most.   We're both bass players.  We're both podcasters.  We're both building our careers around this crazy podcast model. Already, we have a lot in common. But that's only the beginning. We're both constantly thinking about what it really means to build a career in music.   How does that even work these days?   How do income streams for musicians work?   Where are things headed?   What can today's musician do? We dig into all this and much more! By the way, if you don't subscribe to Garrett's podcast, stop reading this right now and go subscribe.  And get on his email list while you're at it.  Garrett has figured a lot of things out on the career front, and he has tremendous value to offer all of us. I love listening to Garrett's podcast.  It's one of the shows that I immediately click on when I see a new episode.  You'll love it too. Thanks to our sponsor! This episode is brought to you by D’Addario Strings! Check out their Zyex strings, which are synthetic core strings that produce an extremely warm, rich sound. Get the sound and feel of gut strings with more evenness, projection and stability than real gut. Enter the D’Addario strings giveaway for Contrabass Conversations listeners at contrabassconversations.com/strings!  

Professor Rachel Spronken-Smith's Inaugural Professorial Lecture on 3rd of December 2013. Rachel discusses the value of engaging undergraduate students in research. She explores the graduate attributes that are developed in this way, and other ways of reinforcing this learning, such as reflective and evaluative practice.

Professor Rachel Spronken-Smith's Inaugural Professorial Lecture on 3rd of December 2013. Rachel discusses the value of engaging undergraduate students in research. She explores the graduate attributes that are developed in this way, and other ways of reinforcing this learning, such as reflective and evaluative practice.

Professor Rachel Spronken-Smith's Inaugural Professorial Lecture on 3rd of December 2013. Rachel discusses the value of engaging undergraduate students in research. She explores the graduate attributes that are developed in this way, and other ways of reinforcing this learning, such as reflective and evaluative practice.

Professor Rachel Spronken-Smith's Inaugural Professorial Lecture on 3rd of December 2013. Rachel discusses the value of engaging undergraduate students in research. She explores the graduate attributes that are developed in this way, and other ways of reinforcing this learning, such as reflective and evaluative practice.