Take Note Of Your Accomplishments
One of the best ways to leave work happy is to look back on the days accomplishments. It always feels good to know you’ve done a good job, and reviewing everything you got done can help you feel like you really owned the day! Make a list of things to do on any given work day, and set a goal to complete a certain number of them by the end of your shift. This helps make working a bit more fun and also keeps you aware of our daily tasks.
Organize Your Work-space
No one likes a cluttered work-space. It makes it easy to misplace things, results in lower productivity, and can leave you feeling pretty claustrophobic; all of which can cause undue stress at work. If your desk or work area is starting to look like a hoarder’s living room, it might be time to make some changes. Work on moving everything into distinct groups and utilize different tools, such as filing cabinets or drawers, to help you organize. Everything should have a specific place so that when you need it, you won’t have to dig through piles of things that you don’t. By consolidating your work-space you’ll boost productivity and eliminate a major source of stress all at the same time.
Have Something To Look Forward To
Everyone gets a little overwhelmed or stressed by the end of their work day. One way to help lift that stress is to have something to look forward to once you leave the office. Maybe you’re going out with friends, or perhaps you have a date. Even if you’re just going home to catch up on your favorite TV show, knowing you’ll be enjoying yourself after work can help motivate you and make the time go a bit faster. Try scheduling little events or get-togethers with friends every so often after work. Just make sure you don’t stay out TOO late. Then you’ll be exhausted the next morning and it will only add to the stress we’re trying to eliminate.
Unplug
When it comes time to leave at the end of the day, leave work at work. Don’t bring anything home with you unless you absolutely have to. Many people who work in office environments report feeling stressed in their jobs because of how often they do work outside of the office. While there’s nothing wrong with wanting to get as much work done as possible, it’s also important to remember that you need to find time to relax too. Always make time to unplug from work and have some time to yourself. You’ll find that you feel much better and less overwhelmed when you’re back at work.
Prepare For Tomorrow
This tip combines all of the previous ones. If you really want to end your day in a way that will make tomorrow even better, try using the last 10-15 minutes of your shift preparing for the next day. Set aside anything you know you will be working on first thing the next day, organize your desk, create a list of the tasks you want to complete, and make sure everything you needed to get done today got done. This gives you time to look back on your day and take note of your accomplishments, while also giving you an opportunity to plan for tomorrow so you won’t feel pressured to bring work home with you.