The structure of the programme means that, as well as learning at workshops from mentors, peers and fantastic industry experts, I spend a lot of my time working in an office as the Head of New Business for London Advertising.

I’m not exaggerating when I say that every day I have an urge to leave the office and go back working full time on My Health Cards. Every lesson that I learn, discussion that I have and speaker that I listen to, I know I can make a change that will better MHC– But I need and want to do it now!  The main thing that stops me from diving back into full time enterprise, as well as my loyalty to LONDON Advertising, and enjoyment of my work, is the hunger to learn the next lesson in this truly once in a lifetime situation that NEF have given me.

Maybe I’m too impulsive? In fact I know I am, when working as a freelance consultant I used to swim very early in the morning. I love swimming and it offered me good time to reflect, however I would get so excited and passionate about what I can achieve in that day sometimes my passion would overrule my brain and I would just get out of the pool and go home so I can work. Sometimes only a few lengths after a started.

My passion and excitement for enterprise is trying to overrule my logical thought and justified time investment into my skills and knowledge. I’m truly keen to find out what you think; does anyone else have this dilemma? Should I control my urge to dive into enterprise in exchange for continued learning this year? OR – Am I just making a big deal out of nothing? All constructive thoughts most welcome.