The Strategic Side Gig
Five takeaways:
- While career-based ambition can lead people to be almost obsessively focused on job performance, this article argues that actively maintaining multiple interests is important for long term success.
- Leaders are well served to find ways to expand their range of knowledge, skills, and connections outside their daily work– especially in a world where industries and fields are rapidly shifting and intermixing.
- Make sure your “side gigs” are meaningful and aligned with your personal goals. Work on boards, teach/mentor, or volunteer in public service.
- Aside from building new skills, a strong “side gig” will allow time to recharge, and to grow your perspective.
- Taking on extracurricular activities may seem like a difficult thing given your busy work schedule, but it can and will open opportunities and give you a competitive advantage.
From Ken Banta and Orlan Boston at Harvard Business Review:
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