Onwards!

So. Some news.

I’ve been doing a lot of reflecting over the last few months about my job.

And the decision that I’ve come to is that it’s time for me to say farewell to TPXimpact and hello to the unknown (again).

I’m just working through my last few days now, and finish up on Thursday this week.

I’m going to have a bit of time out to rest and relax (and get out in my garden obvs) before getting back to some form of paid work.

Why I made this choice

It will come as no surprise to long term readers that I’ve never been wholly sure that this was the role for me. There have definitely been ups and downs, things I’ve enjoyed and things that I’ve really not enjoyed.

I’m also incredibly grateful for how I was supported last year when I was going through my ADHD diagnosis process, having time out and phasing back to work. Our neurodiversity staff group has been a wonderful place to find people like me and feel wholly accepted.

I’ve learned a lot over the last year and a half at TPX. I’ve worked with some of the best design, delivery and tech practitioners out there.

But I haven’t been able to shake the feeling that I’m better suited inside a public sector organisation, with the ability to shift the dial directly.

I leave with a smile and knowing I made the right decision for me. It’s been one of the best “leavings” I’ve had from an organisation.

What’s next

Rest. I’m taking the rest of spring and early summer to rest, focus on the house renovation and garden work.

I’m keen to start having conversations with folk who may have Ann-shaped problems: Fixing things that aren’t working, aren’t delivery or starting up a new programme/team for success, coaching teams/senior leaders, reviewing work in-flight and interim leadership roles.

For now, onwards!