The Truth About Portfolio Careers

Let’s talk about the reality of having a portfolio career in music.

Having multiple income streams and creative outlets sounds safe. It feels like protection against inconsistency.

And it's true that a combination of teaching, performing, composing, recording, etc. can create a rich career.

But eventually, you realize that every part of that portfolio career comes with its own operational workload:

• Scheduling & invoices

• An overwhelming inbox

• Being your own marketing & social media manager

• Trying to figure out the best systems and workflows to get it all done

On top of this, if you've internalized the "starving artist" mindset, it can be hard to create firm policies and boundaries, to make sure you get paid on time, and to really commit to selling your services online.

The reality is, you don't have to struggle. You can hire someone to do the things you aren't the best at (or just don't want to do).

I can chase down payments. I can market your skills. I can enforce your policies (all studio owners know how fun parent emails can be). I can set up backend systems that save you time while increasing your revenue.

As a musician providing virtual assistant support to musicians, this is exactly what I built my business to do. These might not be every musician’s favorite activities, but this is what I love to do - so keep the elements of your work that bring you true joy and fulfillment, and pass on the rest.

If it’s draining, delegate it.

Inquire today to chat about how I can help.