The Sonya Looney Show

How can we break free from the traditional job-centric identity? And how can we redefine ourselves beyond our professional roles? Christina Wallace is a true trailblazer in the world of career and life design. She's a Harvard senior lecturer and the author of The Portfolio Life: How to Future-Proof Your Career, Avoid Burnout, and Build a Life Bigger than Your Business Card. In this conversation, we got into the nitty-gritty of how diversifying your skills and experiences can give you a unique edge in navigating your career. We talked about the power of saying "yes" to unexpected opportunities, drawing from Christina's own life-changing experience of jetting off to a new country with someone she had just met. The impact of that bold move? It's been nothing short of transformative for her as an entrepreneur, parent, and creative soul. Christina shared practical steps for seeing yourself beyond your job, designing a business model for your life, and crafting a portfolio life that defies the conventional notion