Do you have a vacation scheduled this summer? Taking time for yourself is a major part of maintaining a healthy work-life balance – no matter how much you enjoy your job! However, many people become anxious during the days leading up to their time off. If you have a vacation approaching, some simple preparation can ease your stress and mental load, so you can fully enjoy your time away! Here are three ways to ensure a smooth transition when you leave for vacation and return to the office:
Organize tasks and projects.
Before you head out for vacation, it’s essential to organize all your current and pending projects and tasks. Whether you’re in the process of completing an assignment or planning to delegate a task to somebody else while you’re gone, getting all these items in order will save you and your coworkers a lot of time and hassle! It’s useful to write everything down for others as a reference, especially if you’ll be out for an extended period. By creating a designated file of information, your team won’t be left in the dark in case an unexpected matter occurs.
Establish boundaries.
Boundaries are important for all aspects of work-life balance, especially during vacation time. Setting boundaries for yourself – such as not responding to work emails or making calls while you’re away – will enhance the quality of your vacation and give you a chance to truly recharge and decompress from your job. Informing your manager and coworkers that you’ll be refraining from work-related communications will ensure others are aware of your boundaries and won’t inflict unfair expectations while you’re away.
Make a to-do list for your return.
There’s no denying that coming back to work after a restful vacation can often be daunting and overwhelming! Between going through unread emails to checking voice messages, there are boundless tasks that will need to be completed. However, instead of letting the stress overcome you, create a to-do list ahead of time for your day of return. This will allow you to prioritize what’s most critical, rather than get bogged down in an abundance of new requests and updates. Additionally, planning your return day will give you more peace of mind while you’re on vacation. You’ll feel more in control of your time and prepared to conquer all your responsibilities!
With these preparation tips, you can maximize your vacation time while setting yourself up for optimal productivity upon returning to work!
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Your Staffing Partner, Darrin Rohr- President, CEO, and Chief Servant
Current owner of HH Staffing and Former Chief HR Officer for several successful Multinational Fortune 500 Companies. Brings a fresh perspective from decades of experience creating Great Workplace Cultures by building high-performance teams while leading and managing people from all different backgrounds. HH Staffing is headquartered in Sarasota, Florida, and is uniquely positioned to serve both local and national clients.
