Professional burn-out is at an all-time high: 42% of workers surveyed by Future Forum* at the end of 2022 reported feeling burnt out, an occupational phenomenon identified by the World Health Organization** as cause for concern.
In the relentless pursuit of excellence, it’s easy to get caught up in the daily hustle, bustle and grind. But there are ways to attain excellence while having a blast. Buckle up and let’s explore four things you can do to reach the summit of success with a grin on your face and your well-being intact.
1. Embrace Mindful Productivity with a Dash of Playfulness
Excellence doesn’t have to be a rigid, all-work-no-play endeavor. Be mindfully productive while infusing some fun into the mix to turbocharge your performance while keeping your spirits high and burn-out at bay:
Work intently for 25 minutes, followed by a 5-minute break filled with quirky activities like spontaneous dance-offs, quick brain teasers, or even a game of digital ping pong.
2. Prioritize Self-Care Like a Pro
Prioritizing self-care isn’t just an option—it’s a necessity on your journey to greatness. Revitalizing rituals will recharge your mental batteries, and also serve as a delightful escape from the daily grind:
Explore a new hobby; dive into mindfulness practices such as meditation or yoga; or indulge in the sheer joy of devouring your favorite novels or binge-watching movies.
3. Set Goals with a Dose of Realism
Reach for the stars, but keep your feet planted firmly on the ground. Don’t overload your plate with unattainable goals—break them down into bite-sized, achievable chunks, and celebrate your manageable wins with gusto:
Excellence is about relishing the journey as much as the destination—consistently achieving small victories will keep you hungry for more and grinning from ear to ear.
4. Collaborate, Delegate and Spice Things Up
Excellence isn’t a solo mission—it’s a team sport. Spice up your path to success by collaborating with brilliant minds and delegating tasks when necessary. Working together boosts creativity and innovation, and adds more excitement to your professional journey:
Assemble your own league of ‘superheroes’ who can each contribute their unique talents to the Grand Mission.
Achieving excellence should be an exhilarating adventure, not a wearisome ordeal: the journey to excellence can be as fun as it is fulfilling. So go ahead, chase your dreams, but remember to add a bit of balance and a dash of joy to the pursuit of your goals!
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*Future Forum Pulse: 2022-2023 Employee Experience Snapshot
**World Health Organization Definition of Burn-out
“Burn-out is a syndrome conceptualized as resulting from chronic workplace stress that has not been successfully managed.”
