I made a decision on Monday morning. One that would eventually lead to this newsletter. I had a full-time job, it paid well, it was decent work and lots of opportunities to grow. So, why wasn’t I happy?
Plenty of reasons, but the main one was I missed my business. I had worked on it all summer, and had projects and clients back for a short time. Doing the summer work was a breath of fresh air, I didn’t realise just how much I missed the hustle, how much flexibility I had now and that being a master (or mistress) of my own destiny was something I wanted to be.
I made a plan to ask my bosses to go part-time. I could work with them for a set amount of hours per week, and have time to do what I needed. I knew the risk would be that they say no, but you don’t ask, you don’t get.
They did indeed say no and we agreed to part on good terms. And I’m glad they did if I’m honest. Taking a risk to do what makes me happy is part of my impulsive nature, but this is important to me. I love being able to set my own hours, work where I want and how I want. I probably have an issue with authority, but that’s ok.
I’m learning what my business now looks like, I’ve crunched the numbers, I know what I need to survive. If a part-time job opportunity comes along that affords me the same flexibility; I’ll think about it. Right now, I am happy.
Saying that, I need to build up my client base again, my prices need to be updated, packages thought out and website updated. My marketing leaves much to be desired but I’m hoping that through sheer determination, I can make it. I don’t have anyone to fall back on, this is on me.
Wish me luck.