Returning to a field you love

[planet planet]

I started a new job after Memorial Day weekend in the IT consulting/VAR sales field that I've done since '97. You may recall I was canned in '09 in the throes of the recession and my mom also died suddenly at 62 and it was just a [expletive] year for me. I was seriously constrained by a non-compete that didn't allow me to work in my field. I ended up working with a non-related software company which was fine for awhile, but all my business was done via web meetings and phone, not my cup of tea. Anyway, I'm still in my honeymoon period and re-entering the VAR world after a five year hiatus during which all my former clients have obviously worked with other companies. I had a great deal of trepidation over who would work with me again or even meet with me after that time. I found out it's just like riding a bike with the assistance of an amazing pre-sales/design engineer.

The moral of the story is I'm happier than I've ever been professionally, so much so, that I'm going to the president of my company's rockin' 4th of July party. And also, who wants to give me some business?!?

[thrill]

Congrats!!!

[stlouie_lipp]

I thought you were talking about this:





Congrats!

[heyzeus]

Awesome, Planet! I know how big of a difference it can make in your life to find the right job. After all, sadly we spend most of our waking lives at work.

Btw, what's your VARWAR ?

[IMADreamer]

That's great news. Best of luck.

[Radbird]

Very happy for you - congrats!

[KyCardinalFan]

Gee, Planet, I'll give ya the business.

[planet planet]

Gee, Planet, I'll give ya the business.

Haha!

Thanks, guys. You all are swell.

[jim]

Congrats! That's great news.

[Michael]

Awesome news!