Introduction. In this newsletter I’m going to be talking about how you can successfully build a portfolio career. This is the new way to create a career, as opposed to pursuing a career. It is becoming even more important to do this because as you know, the labour markets are changing. The term career portfolio…
I’m going to highlight some skills that I think are pertinent for contracting. This is based on what I have observed over the last 2 years. Knowing this information may save you a ton of time, as there is less to work out. Not knowing this just slows things down. Better to be in the…
Today I’m going to give a high level explanation of how inside IR 35 contractors get paid. This will give you a simple understanding of the breakdown, and why agents are willing to work with you, and why it’s worthwhile. Not truly understanding the system may not give you an appreciation for why, and how…
I have been contracting for almost 2 years now and have made some observances. One of these things is focused on leadership and their relationship with contractors. I’m going to explore some key points that leaders need to know in order to work with contractors well. In some ways I empathise with leaders as they…
My birthday was a couple of days ago, and usually I spend some time reflecting on key lessons I have learned. Before it became fashionable, my birthday has always been the start of my personal new year. With that comes reflection, review and restoration. It enables me to crystallize values that are important to me….
This week I am announcing the online workshop: “Becoming an Independent Consultant“. It is for people interested in becoming a contractor in the UK. If you have an entrepreneurial spirit, and you want to make 2x your income, this event is for you. You can register for it here. Hey friends, This newsletter will reveal…
Starting a new contract can be daunting. In this newsletter I’m going to break down how I have confidently started contracts in the past. This was inspired by a LinkedIn post I did a couple of weeks ago. You can check out that post here. When you start contracts more confidently, you are more likely…
Getting into contracting can be a nervous yet exciting time. It is important to have an idea of when to jump in. Today I’m going to be discussing the seasons of contracting. This is based on my observations in the last couple of years. Like I said, this is important because it allows you to…
I’ve spoken to many employees wanting to transition into contracting. The biggest fear they have is quitting. I can understand this as I was once this person. However, when I became a contractor back in Spring 2021 I was pushed by an insatiable feeling. Not everyone is going to get that feeling, and so I…
Today I’m going to be talking about a portfolio career and how you can start one. Whether you’re a contractor or a permanent employee, this will be relevant to you. Portfolio careers are becoming more important due to some of the following factors: This is not a full list of factors but gives you a…
Life management is crucial for success. It is your ability to direct your activities towards your desired outcomes. This should be done in an aligned and rhythmic way. It is important to adopt life management because of the heavy distractions in life. Without it, we procrastinate and become inefficient. Developing a system contributes to our…
Annual Personal Performance Reviews or APPRs, are important for revealing our progress overtime. It has allowed me to make smarter and wiser decisions for the following year. It has also given me the opportunity to experiment with things that were not made clear to me the previous year. APPRs are more effective when you have…
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