tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-702422346863439814.post7171962052471288258..comments2024-01-16T09:53:27.622-07:00Comments on Wicked & Weird: What the HELL do I do now?Lisa Mackayhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11551992179195626629noreply@blogger.comBlogger25125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-702422346863439814.post-56854657239172315802013-03-12T19:32:00.673-06:002013-03-12T19:32:00.673-06:00Thanks Selina, you are so, so awesome. xoxThanks Selina, you are so, so awesome. xoxLisa Mackayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11551992179195626629noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-702422346863439814.post-55908330422748069722013-03-02T04:55:47.427-07:002013-03-02T04:55:47.427-07:00Trish is right! I am dreaming of the day I can hir...Trish is right! I am dreaming of the day I can hire you to design my house and then I will tell everyone I know about the amazing work you do and your work. Your passion and skill speaks volumes and all the diplomas won't even cross peoples minds. I live near a lot of rich people and am not adverse to leaving marketing material in all their mailboxes :)Lisa Mackayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11551992179195626629noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-702422346863439814.post-2936515845189165792013-03-02T04:52:38.051-07:002013-03-02T04:52:38.051-07:00Such amazing advice!! I should tattoo this on my a...Such amazing advice!! I should tattoo this on my arm (or at least on a sticky note ;)Lisa Mackayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11551992179195626629noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-702422346863439814.post-66004792806017648482013-02-26T11:20:16.417-07:002013-02-26T11:20:16.417-07:00Trish, you are awesome, I am totally going to take...Trish, you are awesome, I am totally going to take your advice. I can't believe all the encouragement I have received - I'm so grateful you left a note! :)Lisa Mackayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11551992179195626629noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-702422346863439814.post-41736384912677380172013-02-24T18:25:42.671-07:002013-02-24T18:25:42.671-07:00absolutely!absolutely!Lisa Mackayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11551992179195626629noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-702422346863439814.post-23221850970217273922013-02-22T20:06:34.905-07:002013-02-22T20:06:34.905-07:00Hi Lisa, I was directed here by my friend Jackie a...Hi Lisa, I was directed here by my friend Jackie and I've been checking you out for a little while now (not in a creepy way, haha) and I have to say...I thought you WERE a designer?! You've been on Steven and Chris, you've been plugged by major publications ect. Who gives a shit about internships and diplomas on your wall, you got cred girlfriend. I say own that and keep going. You seem very talented and highly motivated by your passions, and I believe that people vibe off that (especially rich ladies who need their houses redone). It may take some time, but you know what you're doing, so as long as you show that, people will start paying large for it.Lisa Mackayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11551992179195626629noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-702422346863439814.post-22763887281070846562013-02-20T08:22:53.570-07:002013-02-20T08:22:53.570-07:00Thanks Kenj!!! xoThanks Kenj!!! xoLisa Mackayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11551992179195626629noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-702422346863439814.post-21919885899582604252013-02-20T08:21:41.814-07:002013-02-20T08:21:41.814-07:00It would be kind of strange to be here without the...It would be kind of strange to be here without them. Do you get lonely? Thank you for the vote of confidence re training, it means a lot coming from you - I just love your work and your style. It's food for my confidence! :)Lisa Mackayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11551992179195626629noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-702422346863439814.post-68544727924453257302013-02-20T08:19:38.142-07:002013-02-20T08:19:38.142-07:00Dude, you should be a life coach. This is such gr...Dude, you should be a life coach. This is such great advice. merci. xoLisa Mackayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11551992179195626629noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-702422346863439814.post-55172237551260064082013-02-20T08:18:56.032-07:002013-02-20T08:18:56.032-07:00She's good, that Dharma.She's good, that Dharma.Lisa Mackayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11551992179195626629noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-702422346863439814.post-36491792532543778402013-02-20T08:18:44.081-07:002013-02-20T08:18:44.081-07:00Thanks Julia, There certainly is a freedom and fle...Thanks Julia, There certainly is a freedom and flexibility that I have tasted this past year and a half of being home that I don't think I want to give up. I have faith that I will figure this out!Lisa Mackayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11551992179195626629noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-702422346863439814.post-6656550184369095292013-02-20T08:16:01.968-07:002013-02-20T08:16:01.968-07:00Thanks Sundeep, it is true, my gut rarely leads me...Thanks Sundeep, it is true, my gut rarely leads me in the wrong direction. Quitting my job seemed like a crazy decision but I have not regretted it for a minute.Lisa Mackayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11551992179195626629noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-702422346863439814.post-49701003323890462422013-02-20T08:15:03.157-07:002013-02-20T08:15:03.157-07:00Emily - I think YOU are great! I have been thinki...Emily - I think YOU are great! I have been thinking of you and your business a lot lately, and admire you for really working at making it work. I think you are doing a brilliant job. :)Lisa Mackayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11551992179195626629noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-702422346863439814.post-9658948410565237532013-02-20T08:13:43.742-07:002013-02-20T08:13:43.742-07:00Thank you so much Heather, this is such a thoughtf...Thank you so much Heather, this is such a thoughtful comment. Perhaps I am putting too much pressure on myself to decide on the 'perfect' path for me to follow, I think I have to just jump in somewhere and move to the action phase. Then I at least will be able to judge based on real feedback rather than just conjecture... (she said while doing nothing)...Lisa Mackayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11551992179195626629noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-702422346863439814.post-66955537058941703852013-02-20T08:11:31.263-07:002013-02-20T08:11:31.263-07:00You're the best Shannon, I am feeling a little...You're the best Shannon, I am feeling a little more hopeful these days! I think your advice is fantastic - somewhere inside I already know which avenue to pursue, I just need to screw up the guts to do it...Lisa Mackayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11551992179195626629noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-702422346863439814.post-22066306112693441172013-02-20T08:09:59.749-07:002013-02-20T08:09:59.749-07:00Wow, what a great comment Desiree! You've giv...Wow, what a great comment Desiree! You've given me lots to think about. Thanks for taking the time to write, I really appreciate it!Lisa Mackayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11551992179195626629noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-702422346863439814.post-72096120392323114192013-02-20T04:39:34.244-07:002013-02-20T04:39:34.244-07:00ooooh - like this sentiment!!ooooh - like this sentiment!!Lisa Mackayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11551992179195626629noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-702422346863439814.post-22098681363924898432013-02-16T10:10:17.405-07:002013-02-16T10:10:17.405-07:00I know what you mean! September was my "deadl...I know what you mean! September was my "deadline" for getting back to work, when my boys started full time school. I am working from home doing graphic design, and I am really loving it. But, it is WEIRD being here during the day with no kids! Don't let the lack of training hold you back if that is what you really want to do. Some of the most well known interior designers aren't actually trained designers, they just were confident that they could do it!Lisa Mackayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11551992179195626629noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-702422346863439814.post-22859691563152940212013-02-09T18:05:52.371-07:002013-02-09T18:05:52.371-07:00Lisa....maybe the question to ask yourself is &quo...Lisa....maybe the question to ask yourself is "What would I do for free? What do I love?"....then do that. Getting paid for it will only ever be a pleasant afterthought. Follow your heart like you did with your time away from the work-outside-the-home. You won't go wrong. I would work for my community and the disabled/ disadvantaged for free. I get paid to do it but it is my true passion, so everyday I feel like I am the luckiest woman alive to go off to my office. Be that. Designer, Marketing for a Designer, website marketing for designers....you have so many talents loved one. Find your bliss.Lisa Mackayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11551992179195626629noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-702422346863439814.post-17616421603335220122013-02-08T18:10:26.198-07:002013-02-08T18:10:26.198-07:00I definitely understand. Next year my son goes to ...I definitely understand. Next year my son goes to school and my daughter will be in preschool (likely just 3 mornings a week, but still) part of me never wants to return to a traditional desk job. You are talented and will find your niche! Consulting for creatives sounds good to me :)Lisa Mackayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11551992179195626629noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-702422346863439814.post-30311154292002045782013-02-08T15:23:47.570-07:002013-02-08T15:23:47.570-07:00dump away. it tough and there is no easy answer. g...dump away. it tough and there is no easy answer. go with your gut. instinct should help guide you! don't worry you'll figure it out !Lisa Mackayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11551992179195626629noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-702422346863439814.post-73862200559092486252013-02-08T14:30:29.543-07:002013-02-08T14:30:29.543-07:00Who says you have to do just one? Do it all as bes...Who says you have to do just one? Do it all as best you can and things will fall into place. It's a long life and three areas of interest is not that much. Who cares what people think or feel it's your life. You quit your great job and now you're blissfully happier and healthier than you've ever been. That's a big plus in the follow your gut direction. Personally I think you're great. xoLisa Mackayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11551992179195626629noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-702422346863439814.post-81865753126428147552013-02-08T12:44:47.416-07:002013-02-08T12:44:47.416-07:00I can relate to a lot of this Lisa – I'm halfw...I can relate to a lot of this Lisa – I'm halfway through maternity leave, without a permanent positon to return to, and keep trying to remind myself this is a wonderful opportunity to create a career I love, on my terms. I wouldn't worry about trying to choose just one of your passions to pursue – if the goal is to make money, then make money where you can, from whatever avenues will make you happiest. It seems to be more and more common for entrepreneurs to offer a blend of services, and that blend will likely be the (cue marketing jargon) unique selling position that sets you apart. Trust your intuition and follow your heart. (I'm going to try to do the same! :)Lisa Mackayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11551992179195626629noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-702422346863439814.post-46692982676627157052013-02-08T10:54:19.675-07:002013-02-08T10:54:19.675-07:00I hear you loud and clear! My first is entering s...I hear you loud and clear! My first is entering school, I have 3 years until my second one goes, but my mind is already running down these paths. <br /><br />I give my blog a break though - it doesnt have to be a platform to lauch a second career. I go with what feels right and maybe when i look back, my blog will tell me where my heart is, (was,tense problems here). anyways, my career dreams are: vintage dealer, carpenter, professional organizer, professional reader (ha! i wish!), professional traveler (oh please!!???)<br /><br />What are you most interested in learning/studying? Because you might like to do all these things as hobbies, but only interested in getting really deep in one or two lines? like, if the hours fly by while you are learning a new program, and you are super alive sitting there creating with your computer - then keep learning. and you could offere marketing services with graphic design add on...or something?<br /><br />anyways - it will come together!!! never fear!!!<br /><br /><br /><br />Lisa Mackayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11551992179195626629noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-702422346863439814.post-65024082501808188702013-02-08T10:48:50.127-07:002013-02-08T10:48:50.127-07:00So many choices make decisions hard! Add in the we...So many choices make decisions hard! Add in the weight of any insecurities you may have, and Boom! Frozen. I know you'll get there eventually, Lisa, but it sounds like it will take some time and soul searching to end up on the right path. I wish you success!Pam @ Cherish Torontohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04652502479922376413noreply@blogger.com