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August 21, 2003

Talk with the boss.

So I mentioned that I'd come up with a plan, but hadn't figured out how it would fit in with work. I was also quite worried that my request for reduced involvement would be met by animosity from my co-managers and/or my boss. It was funny, when I told Sarah I was worried what Won and Steve would think of me, she said, "Why do you care?" She didn't mean it like I should be mean to them, just that, it was my life and I had to do what I had to do. But, as part of my problem of distancing myself from my work, its hard NOT to care. One reason I care(d)... as is expected, I have a desire to tiptoe into my new life with the option of turning around whenever I want. That is probably too much to hope for and will fail more likely than if I fully commit. I decided to talk to Won about it ahead of time to make sure he was ok with it anyway. He completely understood. Next step was to talk to my boss, which I did today. It was a difficult topic to introduce, I just didn't know where to begin. In the end, if he was unhappy, he hid it well. It seemed like he completely understood and was willing to be as flexible as needed to keep me in whatever capacity I wanted. This made me feel better about the situation, but also showed me that they think I am a valuable member of the team.

I told him I wanted to reduce my involvement to 2-3 days per week, plus the computer stuff. I also mentioned that I was hoping to meet with Doug R. next month and the meeting might have an impact on my involvement during the winter. He seemed ok with everything. He seemed most concerned that I stay involved with the computer stuff, which is great with me as I'd rather do that stuff than be in the store any day.

Well, it looks like I'm on my way. By committing to these things before having a really detailed formalized plan, I am forcing myself into action. I will not be satisfied wasting my life away and not going for what seems best. We'll see if I can pull it off. Only time will tell.

Posted by wonko at August 21, 2003 04:31 PM

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Good to hear it brother. Good to hear it went well.

Posted by: Obigabu at August 21, 2003 07:34 PM

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