Platform 327

Yeah, I know I’m late for both the Western and Chinese New Year’s celebrations, but for me, today is New Year’s Day. After a big bash last night, today is the day when things change. It is a time of renewal, a time of taking stock, and all those other lovely self-reflective things. Today was my first full day in almost four years as a non-corporate employee. In some ways, there is a new sense of freedom; in others, a sense of uncertainty. Ultimately, however, I know that things will work out and that whatever happens, something interesting is around the corner.

Frankly, I’m kind of excited about having a little bit of uncertainty and change ahead. I was starting to feel stuck in a bit of a rut. Now, if anything, there seem to be way too many options ahead of me. The biggest question is this: Do I become part of a company that basically keeps me doing the same job that I’ve been doing, or follow my own path by working part-time and exploring some new creative projects? The more I think about it, the more I’m leaning towards the second option. I like the idea of freelance work, but being responsible for a company and other people and all that ain’t something I feel up to. I’m going to take another couple of days to ponder, and then make a decision. I guess it boils down to picking what I can best live with.

More later.

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