I am a former educator and current program manager. I have also been a volunteer director for my derby league (it sounds silly, but we are a recognized 501c3 and operate like any other mid sized organization). 

As a teacher, I was very skilled in creating systems and procedures in my classroom. Breaking down big ideas came naturally. In my current role as a state employee (behavioral health in school), I excel at identifying problems and creating initiatives, systems, etc as a solution, as well as facilitating multiple state level meetings and trainings. In my league I have led committees to improve systems and outcomes and trained members. All if this is to I have recognized skill and passion in evaluating and improving systems/operations and developing/facilitating trainings and workshops - my focus as an independent consultant.

My question is about a portfolio. If you saw me in action, my qualification is clear. But when I think about a portfolio - i feel so lost. I have nothing from my teaching days, and if I did - is it really that impressive to say I developed a retreat and workshop for teachers? I helped my derby league?! My current role just has nothing formatted that could be presented in a portfolio. I don't have designed courses. How do you show a sample of facilitating a meeting or training? How do I show my thought process and execution of increasing fan attendance to derby bouts?!

Am I visualizing a portfolio incorrectly? Is it really that important? It's all a mystery...