ECR's Top 5: Ways to build a balanced work regimen
Do you have a difficult time saying no to work commitments?
The whole world is facing some or other challenge right now, if its not the hike in fuel, it's stress in your relationships, or not having a job, or having a job you hate...
Whatever it is, there is always a way to overcome these things, all it takes is some willingness and some tips on how to do it.
If you are someone who is finding difficulty to balance out your work and home life commitments, then we have some tips for you.
At the moment, we are experiencing the great resignation, with many people leaving their secure jobs to pursue their passions.
But not everyone can do that, many people don't have the courage or don't have the means to go live their dreams. In an ideal world we would want everyone to be living and breathing their passion, but as you know we don't live in an ideal world.
We have to create one for ourselves. If you are currently in a job that is demanding, then we would say that the first thing to do is to learn how to be a better communicator. Check out these tips on how you can build a better work regimen.
1. Learn how to set boundaries
This basically means be aware of your responsibilities and ensure that these are prioritised. If a colleague asks for help, of course you can help, it is good team spirit to help, but make sure that you set your boundaries and let them know that your work comes first.
2. Schedule it and stick to it
Do like 'Cocomelon' and keep sticking to it.
It's easy to say you are going to stick to your designated time set out for tasks, but because you are the one who is the author of that timetable, it can be difficult to actually stick to it.
So hold yourself accountable. Schedule the time into your work calendar and set reminders with power phrases, to push you to move on if you have not completed the task.
3. Learning how to say 'No' and 'Yes'
For your own mental well-being, you have to create scripted scenarios as to what you want to say yes to and what you have to say no to.
This can be tricky, because we live in a society that shuns you when you say no. But the sooner you realise that you have to put yourself first, the better this will become.
4. Asking for help doesn't make you weak
Everyone has a support system. If you say you don't then that's because you are a control freak and you chose that life.
But to those who can recognise and acknowledge their support system, use it for support. That's what it is there for. Burn out won't happen if you take the time to build your support structure and plan out your days.
Burn out, what's that? That is what you will be saying if you take the time to ask for help.
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5. Be the best communicator
In all facets of work life, regardless of your position or your responsibilities, if you are not communicating with your team and being proactive, then you are failing at something.
Because it's like someone said once, we think it was Benjamin Franklin, “If you fail to plan, you are planning to fail!”...
Have a shared calendar with your team, or a WhatsApp group. Keep them in the loop as to the progress of projects, updates, etc.
As much as this may be time consuming, in the long run and in the bigger scheme of things, it will save you time and also energy.
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