Holiday is a more relaxed time. More time to talk "male chicken" and most importantly more time to observe people, reflect on myself and hear carefully what other said.   1) Procrasination   My close friend has some financial difficulties. I didn't ask the details as I am Not prepared for another loan for him. There is some delay in the confirmation of his contract. So I asked if he is willing to stay with current terms for another 3 -6 months. This is the second delay already.   I told him if he find a better alternative, just go. In the meantime, someone approached me for tuition again. I immediately recommended him. So I ask him to give my friend a call. It's another one of those lucrative assignment where the rate is not a problem (of course you don't exhort people, but I think 50-60 an hour will not be issue.......