For the majority of my professional career, I’ve always wanted to go out on my own as an independent consultant or own my own company. Right after 9/11, I gave it a shot for a few months, learned quite a bit… but in the end, I wasn’t at a point in my life where it the smart or right thing to do so I eventually returned to a full time position with a local company. I never regretted either decision (to go out on my own or take on a full time position) because I learned quite a bit… but the desire didn’t die: I still wanted to try it again one day. Well, after much thought and soul searching with my family, I can’t think of a better time to do it than now.
Going Independent
Later this month I plan to forgo the steady paycheck and move out on my own as an independent consultant. I fully intend to remain deeply focused on SharePoint Technologies, specifically in the area of Enterprise Content Management & Web Content Management in MOSS 2007. This blog will remain active, probably more active! I’m looking forward to continuing SharePoint related development, mentoring, consulting, writing, speaking as well as teaching. I guess you could also think of this post as a bit of a “I’m available for hire” too. :)
About Mindsharp
The first question I’ve been asked when I tell someone what I’m doing is always about my current employer? I have absolutely nothing but positive things to say about Mindsharp, the people behind the company, and the work they do. I have learned quite a bit over the last year and I appreciate the opportunity Bill & Todd gave me. This decision in no way stems from negative reasons… I’m simply chasing a dream. In the future we expect to be working together as well in different capacities.
Updated Contact Info
For those of you who have me in your address book… my old email @mindsharp.com will work for a few weeks, but I’d ask you please update your address book to use my personal (now primary) email. If you don’t have my personal email, LinkedIn is the best DM for me.
Here we go… 1 part scary, 3 parts exciting!