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June 29, 2017 By LC-Admin Leave a Comment

Healthy Competition In The Office

Healthy competition pushes us to excel, to take chances and to better ourselves. Of course, competition has its toxic dark side: it can drain your morale, blind you to organizational goals, and exacerbate stress.

The key to winning lies in competing on your terms, taking advantage of your strengths and making the most of your opportunities.  some means of having a healthy competition in the office are;

 

 

BE YOU

Always remember that you were hired for a reason and that you possess abilities and skills that your employers value. The reality is that, no matter where you work, you’re going to encounter individuals who are more capable and successful. Yes, colleagues will be promoted ahead of you, maybe get larger bonuses. So, Instead of focusing on a colleague’s career path, work to understand your own unique strength and identify opportunities that will help showcase your talents. Be brave and identify the source of your insecurity feelings about your abilities. Undergo more training or professional and personal development to build your confidence and assuage lingering doubts about your skill set.

REACH OUT

Everyone needs help in the workplace. Competition can be brutal, but you don’t have to struggle alone. It’s important to build up a deep internal network of allies whom you can support and who can do the same for you. In meetings, use inclusive language. Instead of saying “I,” say “We” when you’re discussing projects, teamwork, and objectives. After all, everyone is committed to working towards success. Reach out to individuals in other departments and groups regularly to create opportunities for collaboration and mutual support.

WATCH OUT

When you’re forced to deal with colleagues who actively seek to undermine you. You know the type. They’re saboteurs. The one who “forgot” to invite you to a meeting or to copy you on an important email; who takes credit for your work and who neglects to acknowledge your contributions. With these individuals, you’d better watch your back. If you suspect your co-worker of snooping, deploy passwords to protect any electronic files you use at the office and keep your desk and any storage areas locked with a key. Update your manager regularly on the work you’ve been doing. In the highly likely event that your co-worker attempts to throw you under the bus to explain away their own mistakes or paint you in a less than flattering light, you’ll have documented and verifiable evidence to refute any claims.

ACCEPT COMPETITION

Truly, competitive individuals abound in workplaces, and dealing with them can be difficult. Send a “chill pill signal”. A signal to overly competitive colleagues that you are not a threat may motivate them to treat you nicely in return. Flattery goes a long way and who knows? They might just embrace you as someone they can trust. It can also help to ask them for insight and advice about the work they do; praise them too for work that’s done well.

Finally, the key to surviving workplace competition is to ensure that it stays healthy by balancing it with a deep sense of mutual respect for your colleagues and a recognition that you are all bound by a common desire: to perform well and succeed.

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June 14, 2017 By LC-Admin Leave a Comment

Healthy Living In The Office

heartcWe spend most of our adult waking hours working.  Science tells us physical, cognitive and emotional well-being are linked.  Improving our holistic well-being in the workplace will lead to a better work day and work performance.   See few ideas to help you make 2017 your healthiest year yet below:

Get On Your Feet

Take a walk around the office, go visit a friend in a different department, simply stand up and stretch – all are good for giving your mind and body a break.  Some have said sitting is the new smoking, but it’s not sitting that’s hurting you, it’s how you are doing it.  The bottom line is it’s positive for your physical well-being to get out of your desk chair at frequent intervals throughout the day. Try out a standing desk or make sure you are using a variety of postures throughout the day.

Seek Out Nature

Research shows us nature has the ability to help us refocus, reset and lessen stress.  It’s true that a brisk walk outside or a little jog can boost your physical well-being.  Getting outside for a few minutes can improve your cognitive well-being.  So, take a meeting outside or instead of sitting in a small conference room with a colleague, consider taking a few laps around the parking lot while you talk.

Water

Water has become the second most popular drink (behind soft drinks).  While we may not need eight glasses, there are plenty of reasons to drink water. In fact, drinking water (either plain or in the form of other fluids or foods) is essential to your health.  Water Helps maintain the Balance of Body fluids.  The functions of these bodily fluids include digestion, absorption, circulation, creation of saliva, transportation of nutrients, and maintenance of body temperature.  So don’t put your water bottle or glass down just yet.

Socialize

Yes, a balanced social and collaborative activity is important for a healthy wellbeing.  Finding times to socialize is an important part of today’s experience at work. I know taking a lunch hour break or a water break can allow you to do more than grab a snack.  Your desk can likely serve several purposes, but it was not meant to be a dining table.  Social connections and relationships allow people to feel a sense of belonging and see their relationship to the organization leading to a sense of purpose in their work.

Focus

Find a private space to get away (Contact Aloha Travels and Tours Limited – www.aloha-ng.com), give ourselves the opportunity to practice mindfulness, to concentrate and to come up with new ideas.  It’s only when we remove ourselves from the group and find solitude that we can absorb information, generate our own point of view and become better collaborators.  Seek out spots for revitalization. There’s a reason you have your best ideas in the shower or driving to work. Your brain needs time to unwind!

Start small and find a few ways to improve your cognitive, physical and emotional well-being and soon you’ll feel better and work better too.

 

 

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