Even though the spell of holiday magic might have worn off, you don’t need to spend your first week back at work in despair.
Switching back to work mode after a few days of sleeping in, unwrapping gifts and popping champagne can be brutal. But even though the spell of holiday magic might have worn off, you don't have to go back to work in despair.
."Don't put too much pressure on yourself to be 100% up-to-speed. [Just] do your best to be positive and let yourself get excited for the new year ahead."Get DFW local news, weather forecasts and entertainment stories to your inbox.It might seem counterintuitive, but waking up a bit earlier than usual on your first day back to work after the holiday break can help you ease back into your schedule and reduce some of the anxiety you might be feeling about returning.
During that first week back, however, Cohen stresses you should feel empowered to set clear expectations with your manager and teammates about which responsibilities you are prioritizing and how many meetings you will realistically be able to join without burning yourself out.