[votr]

In response to you and codegeek, I do think of myself this way. I'm an excellent communicator and actually stand out at work because of this (technology at an investment bank).

Your response made me realize what I'm really asking...

How can I position myself independently as someone with this skillset (programming + wide toolbox) outside of a job?

Thank you, that's what I was really trying to ask.

[AnimalMuppet]

Do you get annual performance reviews? Keep them. When you decide to go on your own as an independent contractor (or just when you decide to change jobs), they're your independent verification that you can do what you say you can.

[dhruvkar]

I'm in the same boat as you - trying to figure out how to do that as well.

[votr]

I've just started dipping my toes into education; sharing stuff through my blog to demonstrate how clearly I can convey things.

I don't know about your personality, but if you're similar to me, then it's about stepping out of our comfort zone and building a network.