What do you do to stay sharp?

I left consulting for a cushy gig at a tech firm, love the work/life balance, but feel like I’m wasting away and losing my analytical skills.

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I’m in consulting and looking for that cushy gig with good WLB and pay so I can focus on building my business.

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Volunteer on a board of directors.

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how do I get into this?

Rack up certifications to prepare for your next gig

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Use my extra time and spend it with my family or play video games to keep up the hand/eye coordination

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Start a second job (business or volunteering). Take initiative at work.

Side gig!

Im pursuing a masters in cs

Learn how to do the jobs of people around you, then try and make it more efficient.

What firm did you leave for? Trying to create a target list

lmao you only stay sharp to land a job you can phone in and still make bank. You're there.

Sudoku and NYT Crossword is all you need now.

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