Overcoming the Post Summer Holiday Blues

MIKE WESTBURY • January 23, 2015

Overcoming the Post Summer Holiday Blues

We have had a great summer in NZ, even those of us from the traditionally wet and windy Wellington. I’m sure most people have managed to get out to the beaches and lakes across NZ and indulge in the traditional post-Christmas summer break. Most people are back at work around the 9th January – some earlier – some a bit later. Some lucky clients of mine take the whole of January off – something to aspire to!

It's a bit of a challenge to get back into "work mode" coming back after a great break, and what always makes it harder is the beautiful weather you see out the window while you are back at your desk...This made me think of some ways to get back in the right headspace to make the year ahead a success.

Don’t put your suit on. Keep it casual, it’s hot, wear something comfortable. January is not a time traditionally for high powered meetings, so you will probably be fine ditching the suit (and tie if you are one of the 5% who still wear one). I have reverted to jeans during the week and Fridays will be super casual – shorts and jandals. It’s all about being in the right mind-set and, for me, being comfortable makes me more productive.
Work from somewhere other than the office. I’m not suggesting the beach, although for creative people or designers this could be just the spot! But find a nice café for a morning or maybe the library or an open public area. A change of scenery will keep you invigorated and get you back in the groove.
Use your time wisely. January may not be your most profitable or you may not win that big piece of work you were chasing – get over it. Use the time to tidy, research, get your social media accounts in line, update documents, write blogs, plan, set goals and targets.

I hope January is a productive month – whatever that may look like to you.

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