This is a collection of my newsletter articles aimed to help professional create a flourishing, independent and high-value portfolio career. Topics include:
Are we building careers on sand? One minute, remote work is the gold standard of flexibility and freedom. Next, headlines shout about CEOs demanding a full return to the office. When you combine that whiplash with the rapid rise of automation, the collision of remote work and AI leaves you wondering, “Where’s all this headed?”…
Have you ever looked around and thought, “I’ve done everything right, so why am I still here?”You hit your targets. You’re dependable. You’re the one people rely on when the pressure’s on.Yet when it comes to that next-level promotion or leadership opportunity, someone else’s name gets called. Sound familiar? If it does, you’re not alone,…
Let me ask you a tough question: When you look at your career, does it feel like a ladder or a cage? Are you climbing step by step toward something meaningful, or do you feel trapped, waiting for someone to retire or, worse, for life to happen before you can move up? If you’ve ever…
Have you ever sat at your desk, eyes glazed over, mind drifting, wondering why you’re even here? You’re not alone. There’s a growing wave of people who feel exactly the same. They’re not leaving their jobs physically, but mentally, they’ve already checked out. It’s what’s called “quiet quitting,” and it’s shaking up workplaces across the…
Are you tired of playing by the rules, ticking all the boxes, and still feeling like your career is going nowhere? You’re not alone. Let’s be really honest, the traditional career system is broken. It was designed for a world that no longer exists, and many of us are trapped in a cycle that no…
If automation cut your role in half overnight, would your income survive the shock? It’s a confronting question, but it’s one we all need to ask ourselves as we navigate the uncertainties of the modern workplace and examine the emerging career models in 2025. As a programme management consultant who’s seen the tides shift across…
If your Sunday evenings feel like you’re trudging through wet concrete, you’re not alone. I spent years watching talented colleagues (myself included) trade autonomy and meaning for a payslip that barely covered the cost of burnout. But 2025 is handing us a rare, time‑boxed invitation to flip the script and build the consultancy careers we…
Have you asked yourself recently: “Will my job still exist in five years?” Or even more pressing, “Am I unknowingly being replaced by AI right now?” These aren’t hypothetical questions anymore. They’re urgent, personal, and pressing for professionals across the board. We’re not just entering the age of AI; we’re already in it. And it’s…
Ever feel like you’re earning more on paper, but somehow your bank account isn’t getting the memo? You’re not alone. In fact, it’s not your imagination; it’s the system. Whether you’re in a traditional 9-5, running a consultancy, or somewhere in-between, many professionals across the UK are feeling the pinch. And it’s not just inflation…
Are you feeling the tension in today’s job market? If you’re reading this, chances are you’ve sensed the shift. Roles are disappearing. Competition is fierce. And it’s not just about finding work anymore; it’s about staying relevant, resilient, and ready. As someone who’s navigated these waters both in the public sector, I can tell you:…
Is this a budget built for working people or a fiscal formula trying to tick boxes? That’s the question I’ve been asking myself ever since Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivered the Spring Budget 2025. As someone who operates in the trenches of public sector transformation and supports others in their move into independent consulting, I couldn’t…
Are You Juggling Too Much? Here’s How to Stay in Control Ever felt like you’re spinning too many plates at once? One moment you’re working on a client project, the next you’re mentoring a colleague, and before you know it, you’re squeezing in family time while checking emails. It’s easy to feel like you’re constantly…
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