Yesterday's meeting with my client resulted in a challenging project that will last a few months and provide a decent fee. I haven't yet determined what that fee should be, but having it will diminish some of my work anxiety for the moment. I need to determine the scope of work and make an estimate as to what I should charge -- and what we can agree upon.
Having learned from past experience, it's no time to sit around and stop looking for other projects or a full-time job. It makes a big difference to have some work. Adds purpose and makes me feel needed and valued for my abilities. The project has some elements that I'm not completely familiar with, so I need to do some research and figure the best way to approach it. I'm continuing to read the Sinetar book and that's helping with my attitude, motivation and thinking. A friend also gave me a Pema Chodron CD on "Getting Unstuck." Looking forward to reading that on my drive later today.
Also went to the Architectural Digest Home Design show on the pier yesterday to explore my interests in that area. Had a couple of good conversations with "green" designers of furniture with an eye on possible PR representation. It's part of my attempt to create a more holistic, authentic work/life -- combining my interests in the environment, home/interior design and communications. Will follow up with them as appropriate. Also had a free design consultation with a designer about paint color choices for my house. It was a fun discussion that was illuminating for my and helped to decide how I will approach the challenge of coloring my space. Learned a few new things about the process, like adding 10% of the wall color to the ceiling paint to create a more aesthetic and enveloping look. The designer was very generous with her time and knowledge and I offered her a free consultation in communications in return, should she need it.
It's Saturday and I'm planning on heading out of town today to RI, but may go to a free seminar on the job search later this afternoon. Would also like to visit an old friend in the hospital, who I heard is near death from Leukemia. Haven't seen him in several years and am feeling a little awkward about showing up, but it may be a good thing for both of us. Will keep you posted.
Having learned from past experience, it's no time to sit around and stop looking for other projects or a full-time job. It makes a big difference to have some work. Adds purpose and makes me feel needed and valued for my abilities. The project has some elements that I'm not completely familiar with, so I need to do some research and figure the best way to approach it. I'm continuing to read the Sinetar book and that's helping with my attitude, motivation and thinking. A friend also gave me a Pema Chodron CD on "Getting Unstuck." Looking forward to reading that on my drive later today.
Also went to the Architectural Digest Home Design show on the pier yesterday to explore my interests in that area. Had a couple of good conversations with "green" designers of furniture with an eye on possible PR representation. It's part of my attempt to create a more holistic, authentic work/life -- combining my interests in the environment, home/interior design and communications. Will follow up with them as appropriate. Also had a free design consultation with a designer about paint color choices for my house. It was a fun discussion that was illuminating for my and helped to decide how I will approach the challenge of coloring my space. Learned a few new things about the process, like adding 10% of the wall color to the ceiling paint to create a more aesthetic and enveloping look. The designer was very generous with her time and knowledge and I offered her a free consultation in communications in return, should she need it.
It's Saturday and I'm planning on heading out of town today to RI, but may go to a free seminar on the job search later this afternoon. Would also like to visit an old friend in the hospital, who I heard is near death from Leukemia. Haven't seen him in several years and am feeling a little awkward about showing up, but it may be a good thing for both of us. Will keep you posted.
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