About Not Just One Thing - The Portfolio Career Playbook
Not Just One Thing is the career podcast for the multi-passionate professional. Hosted by Kudzi Chikumbu, a creator, strategist, and former TikTok exec, each episode explores how to build a portfolio career that’s as dynamic as you are. From reinvention stories to mindset shifts and tactical advice, you’ll hear from multi-hyphenates redefining success in an age of disruption. Expect honest conversations, practical insights, and permission to be more than just one thing so that you can build a career that is as interesting as you are. This is next level personal branding that rewrites the rules for your career.
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How to Rewrite the Rules of Your Career with Morgan DeBaun
Morgan DeBaun built her career by doing what most people are afraid to do—not follow the script. From launching Blavity Inc. as a first-time founder to becoming a media mogul, investor, and advisor, Morgan has rewritten every rule that was handed to her.
In this season finale, we talk about what it actually takes to build a portfolio career that’s sustainable, profitable, and deeply personal. Morgan shares the mindset shifts, identity pivots, and systems she’s learned while building businesses that serve both her community and her evolution.
Morgan's Book: https://amzn.to/4og4YrH
We talk about:
– Why it’s time to stop chasing “one job” and start designing your portfolio
– How to pivot your identity when your brand no longer fits
– What it means to build a business that evolves with you
– The power of visibility, infrastructure, and intention
– And why the biggest unlock isn’t scale—it’s alignment
Whether you're just starting or already scaling, this episode will challenge you to think bigger—and trust yourself more.
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Email: kudzi@notjustonethingpodcast.com
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8 Jul 2025
How to Recover from Burnout—and Build a Career You Actually Want with Maya Watson.
Maya Watson discusses recovering from burnout by realigning her career with purpose and personal truth in an interview with the host, offering insights into the power of rest and reflection.
24 Jun 2025
How to Pivot into the Creator Economy—and Build a Business That Lasts with Dreaknowsbest
Content creator Drea Okeke discusses with Kudzi how she turned her creative content into a sustainable business, emphasizing systems and brand management for long-term success in this interview.
10 Jun 2025
How to Network Like a Pro—and Turn Career Dreams Into Reality with Brian Feit
Entertainment expert Brian Feit shares networking strategies that prioritize genuine connection and trust-building, which helps listeners transform conversations into career opportunities; this is an interview with host Kudzi Chikumbu.
3 Jun 2025
Taylor Lorenz: How to Go Viral, Survive the Internet, and Build a Personal Brand That Lasts
Journalist Taylor Lorenz discusses the mechanics of going viral, handling online negativity, and building a lasting personal brand in this interview with Kudzi Chikumbu.
27 May 2025
How to Tell Your Story Across Multiple Careers and Pivots with Allison Kluger. Not Just a Lecturer.
Allison Kluger discusses how to craft a powerful personal narrative that reflects who you are across pivots and platforms, in an interview with the host, offering insights into storytelling as a career tool.
20 May 2025
How to Define Your Career Mission and Align Everything Around It with Chris Sawtelle
Chris Sawtelle is a former talent agent turned startup CEO who’s helped top creators—and himself—build multi-hyphenate careers aligned with purpose. In this episode, Kudzi and Chris break down how to define your career mission and use it as a foundation for everything you do.
You’ll learn:
– What it really means to be a multi-hyphenate today
– Why career alignment matters more than job titles
– How to stay consistent and grounded as your career evolves
🎧 Not Just One Thing — real stories, practical steps, and career advice for building a dynamic, fulfilling life of work.
📚 Book of the Week: 7 Rules of Power by Jeffrey Pfeffer* - https://amzn.to/4mpIu6M
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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrissawtelle/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-sawtelle/
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Email: kudzi@notjustonethingpodcast.com
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15 May 2025
Your Career Dilemmas: Am I Ready to Pivot? Real Talk for Career Crossroads (Bonus Ep 1)
In this bonus episode, Kudzi answers a real question from a listener about making a career move—even when you're unsure you're “ready.” If you're thinking about pivoting, doubting your skills, or trying to connect the dots in your story, this one’s for you.
🎯 Quick advice, a real-world framework, and a sneak peek at next week’s book pick.
💌 Got a question? Send a voice note or email or DM to @kudzichikumbu or kudzi@notjutsonethingpodcast.com
Connect with Me: Instagram (https://instagram.com/kudzichikumbu), LinkedIn (https://open.acast.com/networks/672ae4ed8e194291079f0840/shows/672ae68d7d34ea8eee4e9edf/episodes/Kudzi%20Chikumbu) & TikTok (https://www.linkedin.com/in/kudzichikumbu/) & Podcast (about:blank)
Email: kudzi@notjustonethingpodcast.com
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13 May 2025
Letting Go of Your Parents' Expectations and Redefinig Success For Yourself with Simon Chikumbu.
Simon Chikumbu is a Zimbabwean-born titan of industry who rose from rural roots to lead major firms across Africa. In this deeply personal episode, Kudzi and his father explore how generational values, family expectations, and career pivots shape our personal definitions of success. They unpack the mindset shift needed to break free from tradition and build your own path—even when it goes against what others expect of you.
– How to honor your roots without being bound by them
– The value of discipline and values over traditional career planning
– What to do when your dreams diverge from your family's
📚 **Book of the Week:**
*Transitions: Making Sense of Life's Changes by William Bridges* - buy here (https://amzn.to/4jP5g6f)
🔗 **Connect with Me:**
Instagram: @kudzichikumbu (https://instagram.com/kudzichikumbu)
Podcast Instagram: @notjustonethingpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/notjustonethingpodcast/)
LinkedIn: Kudzi Chikumbu (https://open.acast.com/networks/672ae4ed8e194291079f0840/shows/672ae68d7d34ea8eee4e9edf/episodes/Kudzi%20Chikumbu)
TikTok: @kudzi (https://www.linkedin.com/in/kudzichikumbu/)
📬 Email: kudzi@notjustonethingpodcast.com
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🔗 Connect with Me:
LinkedIn: Kudzi Chikumbu (https://www.linkedin.com/in/kudzichikumbu/)
Instagram: @kudzichikumbu (https://www.instagram.com/kudzichikumbu/)
TikTok: @kudzi (https://tiktok.com/@kudzi)
📬 Email: kudzi@notjustonethingpodcast.com
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4 May 2025
Teaser - How To Network Like A Pro To Build Your Personal Brand
Coming soon! The weekly podcast features intimate, energizing conversations with successful multi-hyphenates who are redefining success on their own terms. Each episode serves as a specific chapter in a comprehensive career playbook, delivering actionable strategies in an instructional yet accessible format. Listeners will gain practical frameworks for crafting multi-dimensional career paths that bring both fulfillment and financial security in today's rapidly evolving professional landscape.
"Not Just One Thing" arrives at a critical moment when AI, layoffs, and economic volatility are forcing professionals to diversify their skills and income sources. Rather than presenting this necessity as a burden, Kudzi illuminates it as a strategic opportunity to build resilient, authentic careers. His approach addresses both the practical aspects of portfolio career building and the deeper questions of purpose and identity that drive long-term success.
🔗 Connect with Me:
LinkedIn: Kudzi Chikumbu (https://www.linkedin.com/in/kudzichikumbu/)
Instagram: @kudzichikumbu (https://www.instagram.com/kudzichikumbu/)
TikTok: @kudzi (https://tiktok.com/@kudzi)
📬 Email: kudzi@notjustonethingpodcast.com
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Sound Editor: Keith Giordano
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