When I meet a stranger, “What do you do?” is often their first question – and they expect a tidy answer. As a multipotentialite with multiple careers and hobbies, this used to make me feel guilt and shame. Now, it just makes me angry.
Articles in the category "Work"
What If I Don’t Know What I Love to Do?
Deciding where to focus your attentions is never simple for a multipotentialite. Ever find yourself doubting your most basic assumptions?
When Is It Time to Leave a Project You Love?
In situations where it would be difficult to stay and difficult to go, multipotentialites rely on their self-analysis, adaptability and keen intuition.
What Do We Do With the Goals That 2020 Crushed?
Sometimes you get everything you ever dreamed of. And sometimes, life requires you to take a closer look.
How to Let Go of an Old Life, or Neil Hughes and the Fiery Death of the Phoenix
Huge, sudden transitions can make our heads spin. But rebirth brings magic, if we can process it emotionally.
When You Find Your Unicorn Job but Can’t Get Past the Gatekeepers
I found the unicorn job: the perfect fit so I could keep my portfolio career, with some stability. I just needed to convince the gatekeepers to let me in.
I Created My Own Job Description. You Can, Too.
Are you getting bored with your current job, and ready for something different? Here’s how to talk to your organization about changing up your job description.
Is It Time to Monetize Your Hobby? Ask Yourself These 3 Basic Questions
If you can make money doing something you enjoy, like a hobby, that’s awesome. But money can also make things complicated.
How to Break into a New Field… When You Don’t Have the “Years of Experience”
Do you have a voice in your head saying, “You don’t know how to do this. There are actual professionals out there!”? Here’s some advice for figuring out how to handle your persistent inner critic.