Is a Portfolio Career Right for You?

Is a Portfolio Career Right for You?

Author: Reid Hoffman & Ben Casnocha September 1, 2022 Duration: 42:21
Remote work, the creator economy, and peer-to-peer gig services have given rise to the modern “portfolio career.” This approach is exciting: by diversifying your income stream, the types of work that you do, and the people you work with, you can forge a unique and versatile career path. But you must be very strategic.   On this episode of the Startup of You Podcast, Reid and Ben explain what a portfolio career looks like in action, why and when Reid has run a portfolio career vs. a focused career, and why letting too much optionality into your life at the wrong time can be a liability.   They also answer listener questions about navigating generational divides, work-life balance, and how to find a mentor.   Follow Reid Hoffman on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/reidhoffman/ Follow Ben Casnocha on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bencasnocha/ Check out the Startup of You Website: https://www.startupofyou.com Please rate/review us on your favorite app – and be sure to follow or subscribe.   Thanks for listening.

Navigating a modern career often feels like building a company from the ground up, requiring constant adaptation and strategic thinking. That’s the core idea behind The Startup of You Podcast, where co-hosts Reid Hoffman, the founder of LinkedIn, and author Ben Casnocha, apply entrepreneurial frameworks to personal and professional growth. Instead of generic advice, each episode delves into the practical mechanics of managing your own trajectory. You’ll hear detailed discussions on how to intelligently pivot when your industry shifts, the art of cultivating a genuine and powerful network, and methods for calculating smart risks rather than simply taking leaps. Hoffman and Casnocha draw from their extensive experience in building and investing in companies, translating those high-stakes lessons into actionable tactics for anyone looking to achieve more ambitious goals. This isn't about quick fixes; it's a deep, ongoing conversation about treating your career with the same rigor and vision as a startup founder. Tune in for a podcast that functions as a regular strategy session, offering nuanced perspectives on turning your professional aspirations into a tangible, evolving reality.
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