Portfolio Career: Corporate + Side Project
Build your own thing—without quitting your job
You don’t have to choose between security and creativity.
This hands-on workshop is for corporate professionals who want to explore independence, try something new, and take the first step toward a portfolio career—while keeping the stability of their current role.
Whether you already have an idea or just the desire to create something of your own, this session will help you turn that into a clear plan.
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What we’ll cover:
- Why portfolio careers are a smart path today
- Five proven ways to start a side project
- Tools to help you choose and shape the right idea
- Fast, simple ways to test your idea and get feedback
- How to find your first clients and build momentum
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You’ll leave with:
- A side project idea that feels right for you
- A draft of your launch roadmap
- Real feedback and inspiration from others
- Confidence that you can move forward without quitting your job
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Who it’s for:
Professionals in tech, marketing, consulting, operations—or anyone in a corporate role—who wants more independence, more ownership, and a chance to try something new.
One drink is included in the price.
Price: 25 euro
Organizers:
Victoria Sheer
Victoria has 11+ years of experience in German corporates such as SAP, Henkel, and ALDI Süd.
In parallel to building a successful career she has conducted 100+ paid mentoring sessions and led over 30 certified group trainings. She co-founded a product management consulting firm, and built and monetized a community of over 1,000 members.
Ekaterina Servetnik
Ekaterina brings 17+ years in consulting, customer experience, and go-to-market advising for startups and scale-ups. Formerly at Capgemini and Deloitte, she launched AI programs with Google and held leadership roles as Head of Product and CX. An INSEAD EMBA graduate and certified service design coach, she co-founded the RE:ACT Düsseldorf art/strategy community.
