It’s one of those questions isn’t it?
What do you want to do when you grow up?
Nick ponders…
I’m not sure I’ve ever known the answer, and for the last 45 years or so I must admit I’ve only revisited the question a few times, and even then without ever reaching a conlcusion. As time has passed the fatuous nature of the question seems to have increased, leaving me to consider that it isn’t a very good question at all. It’s aggressive, judgemental and perhaps even accusatory. So, let’s try another.
What would you like to do next?
That’s a little more pleasing. It doesn’t tell me that I ever have to ‘grow up’, whatever that may mean, and also goes some way to infer desire and fulfillment. It’s a nicer question and far more encouraging, but at the same time frighteningly huge.
You may have guessed by now, that my current employment circumstances are leading me reconsider this question, and yes, after 18 and half years at the same company, albeit in a wide variety of roles, we will shortly be closing the doors. Carrying on will not be an option, so a new decision must be made.
Beacuse I’m a coward, I’m leaning to modifying my preferred question to:
What would you like to do next, for cash?
But it spoils the question doesn’t it? What seemed so joyful, hopeful and full of possibility is tainted by that little addendum ‘for cash’.
I think perhaps I should set about answering the first part, then asking myself if it is financially viable. At least that way I’ll have a list of things I enjoy doing.
So; deeply smitten husband, international bon-viveur and recreational motorcyclist who loves home life, travel and doing ‘stuff’ seeks genuinely interesting opportunities.
Sounds a bit (granted only a little bit) like corporate bollocks, doesn’t it? But I’m awful fidgety without a good project. OK, the house wont paint itself, and the grass needs cutting, those won’t take long though.
Go on, inspire me.
Does anyone need such a chap? I’m quite good at ‘things’.
Hi nick
Sorry to hear that. For what it’s worth I’ve always thought the ultimate Business Plan, is spend some time considering what you are really, really good at. Not necessarily what you’ve trained to do or what your paper qualifications say, but what you know in your heart of hearts that you are damn good at.
Then do loads of it.
There are many self help guides the size of telephone directories about the subject but that’s all it boils down to. It might not be the route to the most cash but then again…
Angus
OOooooooo exciting times ahead Rev! In some ways it’s an amazing opportunity, though a lottery win would certainly take the pressure off.
A perpetual question “what to do”, and certainly one that occupies my head for much of the time (long term self employment in the same job that it realtively “easy” will do that for you) I am at once envious and also concerned that your hand has been forced – hmmmmm…. what to do indeedy! Food is most definately one of your fortes, and I suggest a wee dabble at the Supper Club – dip your toes and see how you fare?
Good luck and love coming your way xxx
My other half is embracing the
deeply smitten husband, international bon-viveur and recreational motorcyclist who loves home life, travel and doing ‘stuff’ seeks genuinely interesting opportunities.
and whilst not so heavy in the cash department it does seem to be good for his soul! And it has generated random plus points, being able to be there for people at the drop of a hat when they need help, tinkering with other peoples bikes, because they have no cash and no idea what to do, so they are saving and learning and that’s what you did when you had your first bikes.
So my advice, is don’t rush into anything, life has a way of letting you know which way you should go,