The beginning of the first full week back at work can be a source of misery for many. If you’re looking to shake those January blues, you’re in the right place.
Here’s CV-Library’s advice for getting back into the swing of things at work and getting 2015 off to a great start.
Clean desk, clean mind
First things first – if you’re going to get some quality work done, you’re going to need to organise your desk for the New Year. It’s not procrastination, it’s just common sense!
Create your own café
Spent the holiday lounging around in coffee shops with old friends? Recreate that relaxing environment by bringing in a selection of exciting coffees, teas and luxury hot chocolates, to be served in the biggest mug you can find.
Lunch on leftovers
Prolong that festive vibe by cooking up that last batch of pigs in blankets or smothering your sandwiches in cranberry sauce.
Get some exercise
It’s chilly out, yes, but nothing will keep you alert like a brisk walk around the block or local park at lunch.
Plan something to look forward to
Whether it’s a weekday evening activity like going out for dinner, or meeting your friends for drinks at the weekend, filling up your diary with exciting trips out can provide you with the motivation you need to get through those first few weeks.
Stay snuggly
Wearing your biggest coat or toastiest jumper will keep out the cold and go some way into tricking your body into thinking you’re still nicely wrapped up on the sofa at home. If your work has a strict dress code… well, no one needs to know you’re wearing thermal underwear, do they?
Navigate those awkward ‘back to work’ conversations
The very thought of repeating yourself a hundred times getting you down? Read our tips on navigating the classic ‘back to work’ questions on the CV-Library blog here.
Ease yourself in
It may not be the best idea to try and tackle your biggest project first. Get your mental cogs moving by taking on smaller, easier challenges and easing yourself in to the working week.
Create a plan
Ensure you have full visibility of upcoming deadlines by filling in your diary or creating a list of to-do’s. Overcome feelings of pressure by getting information out of your head and on to paper. If you work at a computer, why not download a new calendar app to keep you updated with alerts?
Wear a little bit of Christmas
Keep Santa season alive by topping off your work wear with some festive accents. Ladies – we’re talking another coat of that glittery nail varnish or a subtle shimmering body lotion. Gentlemen – we’d suggest splashing on some of that new aftershave, or donning that pair of Christmas pudding socks your gran so lovingly picked out for you.
Stay Jolly
Get together with your work friends at lunch for a catch up and gossip. Having a laugh with people you love can boost endorphins and improve your mood.
If you’re still feeling down and think you might be in the wrong career, visit CV-Library to search for your next job opportunity.
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