Ep. 11 - On leaving diplomacy with Angela Pickett
Leaving a career to start afresh is scary. We leave behind a world we know for something that we don't. We must decide if the price of staying where we are is higher than the price of moving on. We must decide if the life we’ve built around our current job is worth risking for another. And so it is with diplomacy. It can be a lot to give up, but sooner or later, we all reach a crossroads where the thoughts of staying or leaving occupy our minds. What to do? Where to go? There’s so much to consider. Angela Pickett is my guest on this episode and together we explore her decision to leave diplomacy after a 15-year career. If you’re thinking of leaving diplomacy – or any career – you must listen to this episode. You’re not alone. I’m here. I’m creating an environment to help diplomats and those living the diplomatic life reconnect with themselves and the world around them. About Angela: Angela Pickett is a copywriter and aspiring novelist. After a 15-year career as a diplomat with postings in China and Vietnam, Angela decided to make a “vine change” and moved to the Barossa Valley. With her husband and two boys, she’s building a freelance lifestyle with time to cook, travel and explore while providing a taxi service to her boys growing list of sporting activities. In her spare time, she sits on the board of a local philanthropic foundation, is the treasurer for a local basketball club and has established a writing group. And because food and wine is such a part of the lifestyle, she can often be found at Crossfit or parkrun. Go to www.angelapickett.com.au for more about her and her work. Links: Website: www.thelonelydiplomat.com Blog post: https://bit.ly/2HaAg07 Please, support my work: www.thelonelydiplomat.com/support The Lounge: www.thelonelydiplomat.com/thelounge Stay connected with me and my work: www.thelonelydiplomat.com/subscribe Contact me: admin@thelonelydiplomat.com
