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It’s that time of the year when productivity goes out the window and having fun makes the top of the “to-do” list. Office parties, shopping, friends and family get-togethers all seem to be very important at this time of year. Perhaps it’s a way to close out the year celebrating all your accomplishment or it could be just another way to forget about where we fell short.
Whatever scenario you choose to accept having fun is vital to life and business. Sadly, when the workaholic is applauded and the fun, free-spirited individual is considered a slacker, having fun as a way of life can often times be frowned upon. The truth of the matter, is that most people don’t know how to incorporate fun on a daily basis.
To avoid insurmountable loads of stress planning “fun” in your daily routine can increase your productivity as well as your overall health. Here are a few suggestions to consider as you plan for the upcoming year.
1. You’ve Got to Love What You Do
Happy people are those that are passionate about what they do. Going to work isn’t a chore, it’s a daily event that gives an opportunity to fulfill personal passion and dreams. If you don’t love what you do this may be the place to start.
2. Create Daily Fun Events
What do you enjoy? What are your hobbies? What makes you smile? Personally, I love to travel, but currently I can’t travel everyday, however there’s not a day that goes by that I don’t view photos from around the world that creates a fun moment for me. This obviously doesn’t have to consume your day, but just enough to bring a smile and energy to keep moving.
3. Networking Can Be Fun
A large percentage of the time when I network I want to know what you do for fun. After I find out the basic job title, who do you work for, what do you do, I want to know what do you do for fun. It’s here where I get to know YOU, not just what you do. You never know, going to a game with a fan is always more enjoyable then hosting a client, not to mention a greater chance of making a business deal.
4. Plan Weekly Fun Events
This can be with your spouse, friends, kids, but make sure when you plan in your weekly agenda to schedule events where you can relax and enjoy those that are around you.
5. Schedule Your Vacations Early
Statistics tell us that Americans take off the least amount of time from work. Don’t let this be you! Work hard, really hard, but schedule your vacations early as mile-markers to you yearly goals. Use your vacation as a goal and reward system.
6. Schedule for 2008 a Party That You’ll Host
This is an opportunity to promote your brand… YOU! Invite your friends, clients, those that you want to connect with. Show off your passions, favorite foods, music, etc. Share your ideas as well as provide value to those that attend. Jeff Pulver of VON is a great example of this.
How do you plan on making “fun” part of your 2008 agenda? What can you? Share your thoughts and ideas in the comment area.
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