have fingers in many pies

To be involved in multiple businesses.

When I grow up, I want to have fingers in many pies. Rich people often have fingers in many pies.

by Achmed Akbar June 12, 2016

have fingers in many pies

Fig. to be involved in too many things; to have too many tasks going to be able to do any of them well.

I'm too busy. I have my finger in too many pies; He have fingers in many pies.

by sideshowmaster September 1, 2013