HOW TO RESUME WORK EACH MORNING LOOKING LIKE A BOSS

These are times of despair for Nigerians. There is no need to repeat the various causes of the noticeable low morale among Nigerians. However, low morale or not, it is essential you report to work each morning ready to deliver, if you don’t want to add unemployment to the growing list of concerns. So, we want go through 6 methods that will keep you resuming and going your work looking like you won a million Naira every day.

 

Set goals: For those who work on the field (salespeople, engineers etc.), goals may not be a problem as each day presents different challenges. But for many who actually work in offices, the repetitive nature of the job may lead to a lack of motivation. This can be corrected by setting goals on how to grow on the job. Goals may include number of files attended to daily, number of errors, time taken to complete a certain task etc. Doing so will give you a reason to give your best and increase your productivity.Focus on positivity outside work: Redbooth says that our attitude has a huge effect on our performance and staying positive helps our productivity and ability to enjoy life. So it is important that you identify those things outside the workplace that positively affect you. It may be spending time with your family, friends, and loved ones, as well as maintaining a healthy diet. Ensure that you regularly participate in these activities.Know your co-workers more: Although you may have been at the same company, with the same people for years, you would be surprised about how much you don’t know about your co-workers. Try to spend time with them and talk about things that are not related with work. This makes your office a second home you are totally comfortable at. In addition, constant communication will boost the workplace atmosphere, which will help boost everybody’s morale (including yours).Take short but regular breaks: A short 5- or 10-minute break each hour will do wonders in boosting your internal batteries, readying you to face the remaining tasks for the day. These breaks should not be spent thinking of only work matters, but preferably other issues, which will refresh you when you resume work.Look for things that inspire you: From your favorite co-worker to that aspect of the job you love the most, look for those things that move you continue even when you don’t feel like. You can also celebrate achieving your goals as this can inspire to do more.Engage in positive self-talk: Everyday, tell yourself good things about yourself and the job, reminding yourself of the parts of the job you love, and that all will work out for the best. Repeat phrases like ‘I am capable.’ ‘I know who I am, and I am enough.’ ‘I am confident.’ ‘I always observe before reacting.’ ‘I love challenges and what I can learn from overcoming them.’ In addition, remind yourself of those things you achieved in the past, which will make you more confident when approaching tasks.