It's tough isn't it?! When I decided to stop doing shows at the Nova, I wanted to just cancel the remaining shows and start my new non-Nova life...
If you decide to stick it out, try and revel in all the last moments - "This is the last Tuesday that I will walk though these doors", "This is the last time I will gossip at the water cooler", etc...
Depending on the kind of person you are, you can start creating a schedule for yourself for when you'll be working on your own thing (and begin organizing so that schedule is easy) - I had a long efficiency transition period when I started working from home; I think it would have helped if I'd created a structure for myself first (and altered that structure as needed).
Thanks. To paraphrase When Harry Met Sally, "When you finally realize how you want to spend the next stage of your life, you want the next stage of your life to start as soon as possible."
I have worked from home before, and found there were a few things that kept me productive. The main thing was having a very specific task or project to focus on. An open-ended list of general tasks is a recipe for procrastination. I could probably stand to put more effort into setting and keeping deadlines though.
You could just work on your new business during working hours. Of course, if you're a contractor then the pangs of conscience may be somewhat stronger than otherwise.
Bad idea, unless you want your employer to own your new project. It's best to do absolutely nothing that has to do with your new project while using office equipment/time.
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If you decide to stick it out, try and revel in all the last moments - "This is the last Tuesday that I will walk though these doors", "This is the last time I will gossip at the water cooler", etc...
Depending on the kind of person you are, you can start creating a schedule for yourself for when you'll be working on your own thing (and begin organizing so that schedule is easy) - I had a long efficiency transition period when I started working from home; I think it would have helped if I'd created a structure for myself first (and altered that structure as needed).
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I have worked from home before, and found there were a few things that kept me productive. The main thing was having a very specific task or project to focus on. An open-ended list of general tasks is a recipe for procrastination. I could probably stand to put more effort into setting and keeping deadlines though.
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Start this weekend!
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*hugs*
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