Refers to the practice of engaging in multiple types of work or roles simultaneously, often across different industries or fields. This concept has gained traction in the modern workforce, where individuals may combine traditional employment with freelancing, consulting, creative projects, or entrepreneurial ventures. It reflects the growing trend of professionals diversifying their careers and income streams.
Related Terms:
- Gig Work: Short-term, project-based work often facilitated through digital platforms. This is a key component of the gig economy, where individuals take on multiple gigs or freelance roles.
- Portfolio Career: A career path where an individual combines multiple part-time jobs, freelance projects, or consulting roles instead of a single full-time job.
- Side Hustle: Additional work or projects undertaken alongside a primary job, often to diversify income streams or pursue personal interests.
- Slash Career: Individuals who identify with multiple professional roles, such as "writer/consultant/photographer."
- Freelancing: Working independently for multiple clients or projects, often across different industries.
- Multi-Hyphenate Career: A term popular in creative industries, describing individuals who combine multiple professional identities (e.g., actor-director-producer).
These terms often overlap with the concept of polywork, especially in the context of the gig economy and the rise of independent contractors.
