S03: E02 - Rachel Schofield’s Guide to Thriving in a Portfolio Career

The Parent Equation - with Ayesha Murray

Ever wondered if it's possible to combine your diverse interests into a fulfilling career? That's exactly what I discuss with my guest, Rachel Schofield, a seasoned career coach and author of the Career Change Guide. We dive into the concept of portfolio careers, which offer the freedom to blend various facets of your personality and explore a spectrum of passions.
Rachel imparts her wisdom on the benefits of these careers, such as increased autonomy and flexibility in scheduling. We highlight real-life examples of individuals who have successfully transitioned into portfolio careers, like a police officer who ventured into furniture designing and a graphic designer turned stone carver.
We also tackle the challenges and opportunities one might encounter when transitioning to a portfolio career. From the identity shift involved in moving from an employed to freelance role, to the imposter syndrome that can creep in when learning new skills, we cover it all. Rachel emphasizes the importance of establishing a clear purpose for the transition and remaining focused on the desired outcomes. We wrap up the conversation exploring the power of small, incremental changes and share useful resources for individuals contemplating a career shift.
Find out more about Rachel:
The Career Change Guide
https://www.rachelschofield.co.uk/
www.linkedin.com/in/rachelschofield

ABOUT ME - AYESHA MURRAY
I'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.

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I'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

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1. S03: E02 - Rachel Schofield’s Guide to Thriving in a Portfolio Career (00:00:00)

2. Exploring Portfolio Careers for Working Parents (00:00:02)

3. Exploring Portfolio Careers and Transition Periods (00:06:41)

4. Transitioning to a Portfolio Career (00:17:04)

5. Exploring Portfolio Career Options (00:21:43)

6. The Power of Small Career Changes (00:29:02)