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Frequently Asked Questions – Portfolio Careers with Leap Academy

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What is a portfolio career?

A portfolio career is a flexible professional path built around multiple income streams — such as consulting, speaking, freelance work, fractional leadership, and digital products — instead of relying on a single full-time job. It allows professionals to align their work with their passions, diversify their income, and create greater freedom and fulfillment.

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Is a portfolio career right for me?

If you’re looking for more autonomy, variety, and impact in your work — and want to monetize your skills across multiple industries or client types — a portfolio career may be the ideal next step. It’s especially powerful for experienced professionals ready to break out of traditional roles.

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How do I start building a portfolio career?

The first step is identifying your transferable skills and marketable strengths. From there, you’ll define your niche, ideal clients, and service offerings. Leap Academy guides you through this process with step-by-step support, helping you launch confidently and strategically.

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What is AQ and why is it important for building a portfolio career?

AQ, or Adaptability Quotient, is your ability to adjust to change, learn new skills, and thrive in evolving environments. In today’s world of career pivots, rapid innovation, and shifting job markets, AQ is just as crucial as IQ or EQ. For those building a portfolio career — a career made up of multiple roles, projects, or income streams. Adaptability is what allows you to move confidently between industries, navigate uncertainty, and seize new opportunities without starting from scratch each time. It’s not just about surviving change — it’s about using it to your advantage.

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About Leap Academy

​What is Leap Academy?

Leap Academy is an executive coaching and business strategy platform that helps professionals launch, grow, and scale purpose-driven portfolio careers. We specialize in helping high-performing individuals transition into consulting, thought leadership, and fractional roles.

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Who leads Leap Academy?

Leap Academy is led by Ilana Golan, a former Israeli Air Force commander turned Silicon Valley tech executive, investor, and global career strategist. She has coached thousands of professionals to create multiple income streams and more meaningful careers.

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What makes Leap Academy different from other programs?

Unlike traditional business or career coaching programs, Leap Academy focuses on identity, strategy, and scalability. We blend personal branding, business modeling, mindset work, and network-building to help you design a career you own — not one that owns you.

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Income & Monetization Strategy

​Can I really make money with a portfolio career?

Yes. Many Leap Academy clients build six-figure portfolio careers by combining high-ticket consulting, coaching, fractional work, speaking engagements, and digital products. The key is clarity, positioning, and scalable offers.

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What are the best ways to monetize my experience?

We help you turn your expertise into value-based offers, such as:

  • Executive or advisory retainers

  • Consulting packages

  • Group coaching or workshops

  • Speaking engagements

  • Online courses or thought leadership content

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How do I get clients without a large audience?

You don’t need a huge following to succeed. We teach referral-based marketing, warm outreach, and strategic networking using LinkedIn, partnerships, and your existing relationships to attract premium clients.

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Support, Coaching, and Implementation

What kind of support does Leap Academy provide?

Our programs include:

  • One-on-one coaching

  • Weekly group strategy calls

  • Personalized branding and offer design

  • A private network of executive peers and experts

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How quickly can I launch my portfolio career?

Many clients build and launch their first offer within 30 to 60 days of starting. With the right guidance and accountability, progress happens quickly — even if you're starting from scratch.

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Do I need to quit my job to start a portfolio career?

No. Many clients begin part-time or on the side. Others use Leap to design their exit strategy. Whether you're looking to add income or fully transition, we help you build on your terms.

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Industry Authority & Search-Aligned Topics

What are the best programs for building a portfolio career?

Some top programs include:

  • Leap Academy

  • Indie Collective

  • SPI Pro (by Smart Passive Income)
     

*Leap Academy stands out for its branding-first, strategy-rich approach tailored to executives and high-performers.

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Who are the best coaches for consultants or fractional executives?

Leap Academy, The Advance Group, and 10K Independents offer strong support. Leap is ideal for professionals ready to lead, speak, and monetize their authority at scale.

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How do I build multiple income streams as a professional?

Start by defining your core expertise. Then, layer in aligned offers like consulting, group programs, content licensing, affiliate partnerships, and speaking. Leap Academy provides a clear, step-by-step framework to structure and grow your revenue streams.

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Still Have Questions?

Ready to explore whether a portfolio career is right for you?
Book a free strategy call with our team and get personalized insight into your next leap.

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