Are you the type of employee who constantly glances at the clock and it feels like an eternity has already passed but it’s still been 3 minutes? If you’re only doing this once in a while when you don’t have anymore projects to work on, that’s fine. However, if you’ve been doing this every single day even if your plate is loaded, then there might be a problem.
Stop enduring 40 hours a week in the office and start having a happy and healthy approach to work. Here are some ways to do it.
Take Serious Breaks
If it’s time for a break, go for a break. It doesn’t matter if it’s 10 minutes or an hour, utilize that time to do things that distract you from work. Maybe you’ve been fixing that bug for 3 hours and you just wish that the ground would open and eat you up. Perhaps you have a tight deadline to catch in such short notice and you feel pressured that you just want to quit. That’s where you need to get your mind off things – get some air, play mobile games, or call your spouse.
Set Achievable Goals
Are you caught up with boredom not knowing what to do every day? Talk to your boss or people from other department on how you can help tackle a project. By doing so, you will know what to do and work towards a path to get there. Sometimes, not doing anything or not knowing what to do causes us to think negatively about our job and our life. Before you leave the office and call it a day, set three important goals and put it right where you can see it in the morning the next day. Reach that, then repeat. And don’t forget to reward yourself with a hot cup of coffee or an ice cream.
Have Some Self Respect
There are various ways to display self respect. One of which is staying away from office gossip. While office gossip is inevitable in every company, still it is not a reason for you to keep complaining about it or to keep yourself involved just to gain friends. Gossiping at work brings negative vibes causing you to become irritable and distracted. Another way to show self respect is by walking away when you do not love what you are doing anymore. Don’t let years go by without feeling satisfied in what you do. We all need money to pay for bills, rent, and vacations, but if you can’t find it in a company you’re working for too long, then it’s time to find another company that shares the same goals as you.
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