On the bench for the first time in my career… what exactly am I supposed to do? New project starts in 2 weeks.

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If you already have your next project lined up and have transitioned off your current engagement, get lost. Literally. Turn it all off for those two weeks and enjoy your time.

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For a change, there's a SM who actually talks sense! Bravo SM1!

Catch up on your sleep, binge watch your shows, leave your laptop turned on and your status as “busy” or “DND”.

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You take a 2 week vacation while charging to the general code. Enjoy

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