Day 1 on the bench and I’m already going crazy!

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Week 5. Enjoying it as next week i start my next project. It has been nice to be on the bench afters years of never being on one.

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Chill and enjoy the ride

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How new are you? Enjoy the bench and figure out what you want to do before jumping on a project..

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I’m actually a consultant who came in as experienced hired. I’ve a lot of experience in tech and engineering. These are the areas I’ve been searching for new roles. I’ve no problem with learning new stills even when I’m dragged

It’s good for 3-4 weeks and then one goes nuts.

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Week 3!

Bench rulez

Yeah being on the bench is relaxing

Lol try 7 months

That’s crazy lol

Find an MD and tell them you’re eager to shadow them or help on whatever they need help on

DM as you see fit. :)

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