12 Ways to Stay Motivated at Work

No matter how great your job is, everyone goes through a slump. Sometimes the job becomes boring and monotonous. Or maybe it just isn’t as fulfilling as it was before. Either way, we bet you know that feeling that comes from having set into the grind. Well, we think it’s time to shake out of your comfort zone with these 12 ways to stay motivated at work.

 1. Set tangible goals: If your role isn’t contributing to a tangible outcome, you are bound to get frustrated. So first things first. Set yourself a realistic but challenging goal. Aim to go at least 20 per cent higher than where you are at. Then draw up a plan to achieve that goal within a specific time frame.

2. Remind yourself why you love your job: When you feel like you want to kick your job up, it’s time to remind yourself why your job is so great. Is it the great work culture, timings, your boss, experience/ exposure? List down the best aspects about your job. If it still doesn’t perk you up, maybe it’s time to switch jobs.

3. Take a break: Often you have no will to work or simply cannot put in your best efforts thanks to being spent. If you’ve been working over six months straight, we think you need a vacation. Even a week away will do you good. Also, don’t forget to spend weekends away with your family and friends. You will come back rejuvenated and raring to go.

4. Broaden your role: If the same job profile seems to be dragging you down, speak to your boss about taking on new tasks. A broader role will ensure career growth and keep you challenged. A word of advice: Don’t take on more responsibilities than you can manage. You will only land up more demotivated than ever.

 5. Train others: Sharing your knowledge and expertise with others is always satisfying. And you don’t have to be in a certain position to help your colleagues. Plus, if you are good at what you do, you don’t have to be worried about others competing for your post.

 6. Upgrade your knowledge and skills: If you think that you are likely to be stuck at a certain level for years because others are more qualified than you are, don’t just accept it. Acquire new skills or certifications that can help you rise to the next level. Go the extra mile to be an asset to your company and in turn, your job will be more satisfying.

 7. Negotiate a pay hike: Noting demotivates a person more than being underpaid. It just goes to show that your employer doesn’t consider you and what you do important enough to raise your salary. In such a case, it’s a good thing to bring to your boss’ notice your significant contributions. If nothing works, jump jobs, we say.

 8. Do more with your life: Never make your job your life. Going to work every day is naturally very mundane. But not doing anything apart from that only makes it worse. Include other activities in your life too. Attend a dance/ yoga class, watch movies, read books, volunteer to help the less fortunate. Your life will become more fulfilling for sure.

 9. Find inspiration in books: Read books written by successful entrepreneurs and life coaches. Not only will you get inspired by their life stories but you will also be able to alter your lifestyle to make room for success. And hate to sound clichéd but reading inspirational books will help you think big and out of the box!

 10. Get yourself a mentor: A mentor is someone who has the knowledge and experience you need to forge a successful career for yourself. So find someone with the same goals as you and ask for advice; learn the ropes from them. You don’t necessarily have to do this through a company mentorship programme. It could be informal yet increasingly fruitful.

 11. Be disciplined: Organising and prioritising are the keys to getting work done in an efficient manner. When you become more efficient and dependable, you won’t find yourself feeling as jaded as before.

 12. Avoid office gossip: Gossip floats around every office and it’s only natural to chance upon it. However, the secret to being happy at any job is not to let this gossip get to you. Realise that you are in that office to work rather than be affected by the personal or even professional goings-on of others. Focus on your job and perform it to the best of your ability.
 

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