5 business leaders share their top motivational tips for working in January
5 business leaders share their top motivational tips for working in January
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Ideally, we’d all hibernate for the whole of January. We’d stay cosy on the sofa, eating stew and wearing extra comfy socks. But our bank balances have other ideas and unfortunately, so do our bosses. It’s pretty standard to not be raring to get back to the 9-to-5 after the festive break, or feeling sluggish at the thought of tackling your inbox, especially when it’s so cold, dark and dreary. But although this grim month and your day job can’t be skipped, you can fire up some motivation to get you through the January work blues.
These CEOs and company founders explain how to go about it…. 1. Build momentum. Rediscovering a career groove after the holidays can feel like a right slog, so try being your own cheerleader and acknowledge all the good stuff you do manage to get done. “January is the perfect time to focus on small wins. Break big goals into manageable steps and celebrate each milestone,” says Aidan Rushby, founder and CEO of fintech firm Carmoola.
“It builds momentum and keeps spirits high during the post-holiday blues. Progress, no matter how small, is the best motivator for the year ahead. Momentum is everything in January. Look at what you accomplished last month and find ways to keep that rhythm going. A small action taken now keeps your progress going and makes the new year feel less daunting.”.
