Articles Archive for October 2008
Life »
Where is all the time going?
It’s non-stop at the moment, and I’m far too excitable.
Things are going well with the job hunt (don’t want to say anymore and jinx it, I will inform you all in due course!)
I used strengthsfinder 2.0 this week, quite helpful in the job search. Knowing my strengths helps in narrowing down what I might actually enjoy doing, so I can find a career I am really passionate about! Apparently my top 5 are: Strategic, Positivity, Woo, Activator & Communication. Sounds about right to me!!!
I’m …
Life »
Well here we are at blog number three and one week closer to the big change. It’s been a week of job hunting, sorting my stuff, eBay selling, catching up with friends and trying to fit the day job in. I have now decided that moving and job hunting are two activities that should not be attempted simultaneously. I’m constantly stifling a yawn, and am looking forward to the day I can go to bed for a whole weekend to catch up on much needed sleep.
However before I do that, …
Life »
Boredom and distraction are rarely looked upon as constructive. Thankfully for the eternal optimist (i.e. me) even what seems like a waste of time can turn into a fantastic positive opportunity.
Last Thursday my best friend (who also goes by the title of ‘housemate’ for a few more weeks, and answers to the name Suzi) was away with work. Sat in her hotel, bored, with only a brandy and the copy of The Independent to hand, she decided to distract herself by phoning me for a chat. Being talented multi-taskers …
Life »
After many previous attempts I have decided that it is about time I start a blog and actually keep it up for more than two weeks. There are a number of reasons behind this decision.
1. This week I handed my notice in at work. No I don’t have a fabulous new job. Yet. As of the 7th November I will be unemployed. A decision I have thought about long and hard. I have decided that I want to do something I feel passionate about. Something that will make me …
