It is easy to feel that all you do is work, because most of our day we do spend at work. However, it is important to remember that our job doesn’t define who we are and that it is only a part of our life. We can’t think that a great job or a career will give us meaning, because it is all about the journey, the things we learn, the people we meet, and what we accomplish. If you feel consumed by work, take some time to think about what kind of things make you happy, which hobbies you enjoy, and pick up the phone to speak to a loved one.
If you notice that you don’t seem to have enough time for important tasks at work, it may be because of multiple distractions. Often times we have urges to check notifications on our phones, for example, or pick up not important phone calls. However, it is important to understand that this unintentional task-switching eats up more time than you might think. Study done at the University of California showed that it takes an average of 26 minutes to recover from trivial interruptions, so do your best to work on your tasks from beginning to end.
Getting to know your boss well is very important, and it can help you on the day-to-day as well as to get promoted. In addition to having a solid relationship, you should know what his or her’s likes and dislikes are, values, and expectations. Knowing those things can be useful in performing tasks, and the general understanding of how the boss’ mind works can set you apart from the other employees. Often times knowing what you should be aware of is a good thing too, because you don’t want to be on his or her’s bad side.
Balancing parenting and working full time can be challenging, especially with young children who require a lot of attention and care in the evening hours. It is important to remember that often times your mood and your tone will set the atmosphere in the house, so even if you had the worst day in the office, it is best not to bring that energy inside your home. If possible, go straight to the shower and take few minutes to relax and wash the day off. Also, grab a snack and some water to feel better to more energized.
If you are looking to be sure that when it comes to employees moving up ahead at work, you will be included, look at our list of best practices. Employers are looking to see motivated, hard working, and positive people to promote, so these are things to keep in mind every day. Some key points to remember are:
- Stay away from seeking negatively about others and about the work place
- Get to work well groomed and well rested
- Don’t “throw anyone under the bus” and do your best to collaborate and help your peers
It is hard to be at work when every day feels like forever. Getting motivated in the morning can be extremely difficult when you feel that you fo not have a lot of things going on at the office. If your employer is not pushing you, you can totally do it yourself. Find things you can do that can serve as a challenge, such as new projects or setting high goals. Doing so will not only keep you busy but it will also elevate your happiness levels.
Getting your first job after college is a very exciting time, however, it is important to remain realistic. Most people don’t get the job of their life right then and there, and there are years of learning and climbing the lather ahead. Usially the first job out of college is an entry level job, where you are handling simple tasks and run errands. It is crucial to show your employer that you are fully invested in the role, and don’t get frustrated.