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Five Tips to Maintain Performance as Summer Swelters

August 9, 2018

Introduction

We rejoice when summer arrives; although going to a scorching office can be more of a chore than a cause for celebration. It pays to be imaginative when staying motivated through the summer; particularly, at times when we would rather be outdoors. Take the time to focus on personal development or make the most of an outdoor lunch. Enjoy unlimited supplies of chilled, filtered drinking water, the cool breeze of the air conditioning, perhaps even team-building days out of the office for a break from routine. Read on to discover a few words, alongside the necessary steps we all must take.

We all enjoy warmer days and longer evenings, but the prospect of being inside an office becomes much harder to bear. There are simple steps we can take to stay motivated and upbeat, even as the sun shines outdoors.

Tip 1 – Stay Hydrated Throughout The Day

Hydration helps clear thinking. By not drinking enough, we may suffer from a decline in cognitive performance such as short-term memory loss or struggling with specific actions. Your mood can also be affected by hydration, so if you want the workplace to remain harmonious, be sure to visit the water cooler at regular intervals.

Tip 2 – Set Daily Goals

If you find yourself daydreaming about the beach, set a list and outline your goals. Highlight and prioritize the important tasks. Keep your focus on the work you need to get done. Take breaks when required and once completed, reward yourself! This can be al fresco dining or taking a field trip to a museum or local farmers market with your colleagues. Sitting in green space for just a short period can boost well-being, reduce stress, and even engender a stronger sense of connection, all the while overcoming the excessive heat.

Tip 3 – Reconnect With Your Team

While the right office environment is integral to daily productivity, team-building activities can provide a timely boost. Never underestimate the benefits of a group day in the sun. Enjoy the clear skies, step beyond the daily routine, and recognise the efforts of those around in a less-formal environment.

Tip 4 – Encourage Positive Workplace Behaviours

Summers are often the quieter months, so take the opportunity to bring your colleagues together for moments of reflection. Establish what has gone well and what to improve upon for the year ahead. Remember, nothing is more effective over the long-term than maintaining a positive atmosphere.
 

Tip 5 – Find The Time To Recharge

The fast-paced office and busy schedules can often burden you and your colleagues, which influences our time management and organizational skills. If you can't take a vacation, try to leave work on time to avoid burn out. If you find this difficult, set a reminder to wind down thirty minutes before the end of your day.

Enjoy Your Summer

Employee well-being must be the number-one priority throughout the year and becomes increasingly important during periods of incumbent weather. With chilled drinking water, enjoying the sunshine and actively encouraging a positive atmosphere in the workplace, there is no reason not to maintain the sunshine cheer throughout the rest of the year as well.

Author Bio

Sidrah is a content creator at Waterlogic, the pioneers of office water dispensers who help businesses enhance the working environment of their employees, while taking a front seat when it comes to driving positive change through sustainable initiatives. As the planet sits in a delicate state due to the overuse of single-use plastics and frequent water shortages; effort is needed on all fronts to rebalance the workplace equilibrium.

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