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I’ve been job hunting now for a few months. I was part of the layoffs in tech. Super fun.

But, actually, it has been pretty fun. I’ve reconnected with a few passions, I’m spending lots of time sleeping and sorting out my health, and I’m only spending time with people that I genuinely adore right now. What’s not to love?

Well, the not being paid part DOES suck.

So, I find myself job hunting and networking and talking, talking, talking.

I’ve just gotten off a call with someone that stumbled into consulting as a part time / side gig. I love the simplicity of listening to these types of stories. Listening to how they took risks that don’t sound that risky when it’s someone else’s life. I often realize when I’m speaking to people that I have a wealth of knowledge that I could be sharing – and getting paid for – if only I had enough courage to jump in and take the risk.

Is it courage though? Or is it self-preservation? Confidence? Or just a big ol’ combo of all of the above?

Either way, I’m at a pivotal place in my career and life. Choices that I make now will lay the foundations for the next phase of my life. No pressure, right?

Right now, I’m motivated to explore this ‘consulting’ or ‘gig work’ or ‘solopreneuring’ for myself. And given that I’m unemployed, what have I got to lose? Let me know if you have stepped out on your own and how it affected your career. It’s always fun to listen to someone else’s story.

Talk to me.