Why Freelancing is Perfect for Multipassionates: And how to start it?
- Anindita Chatterjee
- Mar 11
- 5 min read
Growing up, I always struggled with the idea of choosing just one career path. I loved writing, but I was also drawn to finance because of my background, trading in stocks, creating/editing posts, personal development, cooking chef-like recipes, talking about movies & k-dramas that spark unique stories & more.
When I was in a 9-5, I always struggled to do the same thing every day. I loved working, but then again, sticking to a single job felt suffocating. I used to come back home around 7pm and used to cook unique recipes, and I wanted to shoot those, write about it, but I was too tired to do anything else.
Until, freelancing gave me the hope to indulge in various things, and not one. That’s when I discovered working as a freelancer. It wasn’t just a way to earn—it became a lifestyle that allowed me to explore my multiple passions while making money.
If you ever feel torn between your interests, trust me, you're not alone.
When I started freelancing, I asked myself: Do I just love writing for myself, or do I want to be known for it? The answer changed my approach.
If you’re multi-passionate, you need to decide—do you want to explore your interests casually, or do you want to showcase them and build something around them?
Here's how to know the difference:
If you enjoy doing something but don’t feel the need to share or monetize it → It’s a hobby.
If you feel an urge to create, share, and build something around it → You might be multi-passionate in a way that needs visibility.
Once you make that distinction, your freelancing journey becomes much clearer.
How to Start Freelancing as a Multipassionate
Find Your Skill
When I started freelancing, I was doing it part-time. I was working full-time as a stock market trader with a company. I had a knack for writing, and I took on writing projects.
Unaware of my abilities and confidence, I charged too low. But, I was happy to get paid for my #Multipassions like writing. I took an online course, and learned more about freelancing. I started working as a content writer for clients from various industries.
As I was set in my ways as a content writer, I niche down to writing finance content because of my experience. But, then again, as a multipassionate it stopped feeling fulfilling. I just went into that zone again.
That's when I realized. I am a multipassionate. And, I started this community - yellow paper dreams that give you the assurance of being a multipassionate.
Now, I complement my skills to build content strategies for founders & CEOs, I shoot videos, create carousels, write blogs, watch movies & share about it, visit cafés and write about it. In this manner, everything connected in ways I hadn't imagined.
You don't have to monetize everything at once. I started with writing because it is my strongest skill. Then, I am slowly expanding into others.
So, yes, freelancing lets you do that. All you need is to start with one skill and adjoin the others later.
Create your Portfolio
I created my first portfolio using Canva, but I feel it is easier and better to do using a Wix Portfolio Website. Even a LinkedIn profile stands out when you optimize it well for your work.
Find clients without feeling overwhelmed. My 90% turnaround rate is from LinkedIn because I post there daily and target my client profile using essential keywords and personal branding.
Engagement is important. If your strongest skill is editing videos or creation of graphics, then you should reach out to influencers, brands, & small businesses that are looking for freelancers now and then. Don't underestimate the word of mouth marketing, keep talking about your skills everywhere.
Get your first gig by showcasing your interests and a few samples in your portfolio. Here what you should include in your portfolio as a beginner:
A short about section - include storytelling - who you are, your passions, mention your multipassionate nature.
List your skills: writing, designing, coding, web development, editing etc
If you want to market yourself for social media marketing: mention your interest in using social media, and your experience in knowing about features, trends, etc.
Create and include 2-5 high-quality samples.
If you don't have client work yet, create mock projects to showcase your talent.
Include CTA at the end, email, LinkedIn profile link, or your contact number so that potential clients can reach out.
Set Clear Boundaries between Work and Passion Projects
When you're a multipassionate freelancer, work and passion projects can blur together, leading to burnout.
It is important that you set clear boundaries by allocating dedicated time slots for each. Time management is important. Even if you are good with time, writing down, and preparing it is essential as a multipassionate.
Treat your passion projects with the same respect as client work. When we don't realize the importance of our Multipassions, we tend to ignore it and do it for the sake of doing it. But no, that's wrong.
Do it as your client work
Schedule them
Prioritize them
Don't let deadlines overshadow them
Also, overloading yourself by taking on too many projects at once is not right. Focus on your monetized work, work on the passion that is next in line for monetization, and pursue your third passion that brings out the creativity in you.
I work as a writer and LinkedIn personal brand strategist for clients. However, next to it, I am working on building this multipassionate community and talking about my Multipassions which are writing about movies, cooking recipes, exploring places. Maybe I will monetize them, might be I will not. But what I am working on is ensuring that they get a place in my life, and brings out the creative aspect in me.
What I like to think is that there are infinite possibilities for me.
Write a book?
Build a personal brand?
Starting a cooking channel?
To become an influencer for multipassionate?
The wants and thoughts are endless. But I'll do what I can, by not interfering with my relaxed mind.
Define work hours, create a structured routine, and learn to say no to tasks that drain you. A balance between paid work and personal creativity keeps your passion alive while ensuring sustainability in freelancing. Protect your energy to fuel long-term growth and fulfillment.
Freelancing, for me, is about making money from my passions while creating a lifestyle that lets me make my own decisions. It gives me the freedom to explore multiple interests without being tied to a single path.
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