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  • #275179
    nextsteps
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    Hello,

     

    It sounds like your heart and gut are trying to tell you you arent happy as things are. Finacially it could make sense but peace of mind is so important so youve done the right thing sensing something is “off” in your life.

     

    Could you perhaps find another practice where you can rent office space and also meet new colleagues etc but then also get the cut you would like?

     

    Or you could go back to your old colleagues aand place of work and see if you can have another chat about the % cut?

     

    Or perhaps reach out to your old colleagues socially? As then that could help your lonliness at working alone all the time but also still keep you as practice owner.

     

    Also, it hasnt been THAT long that youve started out on your own which is a fantastic and brave step so perhaps this is more self doubt and wanting to go back to what was comfortable but not 100% satisfying perhaps? The grass always looks greener in hindsight!

     

    I feel maybe this is a decision where meditation or doing exercise and clearing your mind and seeing what comes up in you nay help you hear yourself clearly about what exactly you miss about your old practice. Perhaps if its the cosiness and vibe you could do things to improve where you currently work, maybe seeing your old place as a model for that? Or you could join a lunchtime class or similar once a week or nore so that will make it seem less lonely (as i work from home so know how lonely it can be not connecting deeply with people day-day at work) .

     

    Hope you find the answer and clarity you are searching for.

     

    Best wishes,

    X

    #276217
    Lauren
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    It sounds like a big change.

     

    One thing came to mind: how about being able to get other colleagues in your office? I guess that would be having a similar people working in your office as you had with your previous office. This way you can bring together this lovely community.

     

    Starting your own thing is harder, but ultimately you can make it your own. Maybe changing office locations could be key, etc. You can make it cozy. You can create community. This is harder, but ultimately, you’ll own the whole thing and can reap the financial rewards. I just hung out with a fellow comedian the other day who talked about how she opened a salon in the Caribbean about 10 years ago. It was the hardest thing she ever did – to be isolated and to take on all that responsibility. But in the end she’s making more money than ever which gives her so many more options, life-wise.

    #359481
    laelithia
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    Hello Everyone!

    I thought I would update this thread as it has now been over a year since I originally posted it. Although I do still miss my previous workplace and my colleagues there, I am now content and happy about opening up my own practice. Even during the developments with COVID-19 and the restrictions in place, I have been able to maintain a good caseload of clients that I now see virtually or over the phone. I have 100% autonomy to run my practice the way I see fit, and I think in the end that suits me better, even though it is a lot more work.

    Thank you again nextsteps and Lauren for your responses, I read and considered both, and I think it helped me feel confident where I am today!

    L

    #359489
    Anonymous
    Inactive

    Good , I am a partner in a practice I stated 30 years ago , best professional decision I ever made. One the practice is successful with critical mass your time will free up….. the holy grail is income , passive income that comes in with no effort …

    your decision was scary and brave , I am glad it is beginning to settle for you. Consider expansion so in time it will survive without as you enjoy the fruit of your effort

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