This Christmas, I switched off completely. But Christmas 2024 was different—multiple deals closing, constant emails, mentally still in the office. Here’s what I learned: rest isn’t a luxury, it’s a performance multiplier. Vacations increase performance by 80%.
November: Tai Po fire shook HK; we donated. Amid that, my first consultancy win, soft launch into paid work, seniors stuck, swimming lessons on hard learning, and mistakes (4 coffees? Nope). Consistency wins. Hopeful for 2026.
Full post: https://www.browngeek.net/momentum-mistakes-consulting-soft-launch/
After redundancy in February, I’m still adjusting to life without structure. My loneliness post resonated widely. I’ve tried productivity theories, but distractions persist. Instead, I’m embracing baby steps and learning through trial and error. The messy middle is OK. What’s worked for you?
After 20+ years in law practice, I’ve been out of work for close to a year. What surprised me most? How isolating it can be—even with a solid routine and family time. The daily social connection of office life matters more than I realised. New blog post exploring the mental side of career transition.
https://www.browngeek.net/loneliness-career-transition/
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