We are all familiar with the struggle of remaining positive at work after busy weeks filled with meetings, paperwork, and endless emails. Mundane days in the office and time spent away from our families make it difficult to see the glass as “half full.” These tips can help you stay positive even after a long week at the office.

The Power of Positivity

Some weeks, staying positive in the workplace is difficult. Having a pessimistic outlook can negatively impact our performance, making it harder to be productive and get our to-do lists checked off. Thankfully, Ceren Cubukcu shares some great advice on staying positive in her article on Entrepreneurship.com.

Take Aways

Here is a short summary of Ceren’s advice.

Smile and Say Positive Things

Acting in a positive manner can make your outlook sunnier. While keeping a smile on your face and responding to people happily may not seem like much, it will help to maintain your cheery attitude all day long.

Build Relationships at Work

You may not realize it but the 40+ hours we spend at work is more time than we spend with our actual friends. Keeping respectful and even friendly relationships with your co-workers is a great way to stay positive at the office.

Decorate Your Desk

With all the time that you spend at the office, it is important to make sure your workspace feels personal. Pictures, plants, and fun nic-nacks are great additions and will help you feel happier and more at home, thus increasing your productivity.

Learn Something New

Learning a new skill is a great way to make you feel accomplished. There are tons of online classes and blogs you can read for free. Who knows, you might even want to share your new skill with your co-workers.

Reward Yourself

Whether large or small, reaching our goals is something that is important for everyone. Reward yourself for completing your to-do list or closing that deal by treating yourself to a pedicure or a piece of your favorite chocolate cake. Knowing that you’ve accomplished something will make you feel proud and motivated all while helping you stay positive.

 

[social_quote duplicate=”no” align=”default”] The positive thinker sees the invisible, feels the intangible, and achieves the impossible.             – Winston Churchill[/social_quote]