What's Next?

I hope you've heard by now but I decided to leave my job in pursuit of more time with the boys and to seek new adventures. I wrapped up this week and am officially without a full-time job.

Almost everyone I have seen since making the announcement has asked me, "What's next?" So, I thought I would answer that here.

What's next? 

I have some plans. First, I am going to play with the kids. Go to the Knoxville Zoo, play at the park, and whatever fun adventures we find. Second, I am going to run. A lot. I haven't been able to run much so far this year and that makes coping with stress and life really challenging for me. So, I am lacing up and hitting the road, trails, and greenways and logging some miles. This also allows me to catch up with lots of my friends so a double win there. Third, I am going to clean my house. Really clean it. Closets and all. 

What's next? 

Get a job. I am looking for jobs and am being very thoughtful about what the next chapter will bring. First, I am getting back to teaching. I am set to start training with a local fitness business next week (will let ya know when I can announce) and hope to start actually leading classes by June. I am also picking up some yoga classes at the local YMCA's. I am sending out resumes. I am setting up interviews. It seems that any job offers won't come until June so I have a few weeks to look for opportunities.

I am also putting out feelers for freelance/project work. I have always wanted to work for myself. Given my background and experience, I want to focus on working with local, small businesses and community groups and helping them with their communications and event planning needs. If you didn't know, I am a whiz at event management and promotion and I think there is a need to help smaller organizations that just need a little push for programming and events. 

What's next? 

Ultimately, I can't really control the future. I have plans and I am positive that things will work out just like they should. We've run financial numbers for a variety of scenarios and are comfortable with each one. I am beyond blessed to know so many wonderful people who have been overwhelmingly supportive of my life changes. I am excited for the future and looking forward to the next chapter in the Altman Book of Life. 

Happy Friday!