In the new Gig Economy world,what matters is not your Job Title,your designation but your competency profile and your relational capital which serves as your passport to a series of well paying Gigs.
To succeed as a trainer, competencies form the foundation of your career. Certifications can enhance your credibility and help you land gigs, but the most important factor will always be having satisfied and repeat customers.
plan your second career well in advance. Ideally, you should take at least one year to set up your freelance or portfolio career. The best time to prepare is while you still have a stable job—not after you leave it.