Not really had time to look at the news or spare any brain power for pondering as GDC is approaching and it’s such a busy time. Thought I would just share the joys of a pre-GDC week in the life of a consultant…..
Monday
Working from home, which was a relaxing start to a hectic week. A contract review and trademark registration are the order of the day today and that is just the fun part. The rest of the day is spent clearing my desk of assorted paperwork as I will be out of the office for the rest of the week. GDC is three weeks away and clients are all gearing up to pitch products to publishers . That means lots of design docs and demos to review and dry-run pitches to sit through. 
Tuesday
London to Nottingham by train as I will be in EM-Media’s office for the next three days. I have been coordinating with UKTI (UK Trade & Investment) to support East Midlands developers who are attending GDC. Several have submitted applications for funding which need to be assessed and additional information requested. This is a regular journey for me (approx 100 miles) where I get to catch up on email or watch a TV show on the laptop that I haven’t had time to watch at home.
Wednesday
Breakfast at Delilah’s (a deli near to EMM’s offices). I like to have at least one leisurely breakfast every week. Time to unwind and read a business plan. The business plan is awful but the poached eggs are great.
Thursday
More pre-GDC paperwork, chasing up potential GDC meetings on behalf of EMM, sourcing market data and arranging dinner at GDC with a group of publishers/developers. In the afternoon it’s a train from Nottingham to Leeds for Game Republic (http://www.gamerepublic.co.uk/), a networking event for Yorkshire/Humber based game developers. The evening was enjoyable, the beer was free, but the food wasn’t as good as yesterday’s poached eggs. Stayed overnight in Leeds as I have to travel further North tomorrow.
Friday
Train from Leeds to Middlesbrough to meet with one of several clients who are preparing for GDC. Spent the day reviewing a product pitch before setting off back to London. Finally got home at around 23.30 having done a total of 400+ miles by train this week.
