“They loved your messages. This was evident by the TWO standing ovations you received.”
Educational Service Unit No. 11
Be honest. There are days when work feels like a chore. Sometimes you sit in front of your computer screen and just stare off into the distance without having a single creative thought. You’re preoccupied, agitated, and simply bored.
Although these bad days might be rare, they make you unproductive—leading you to procrastinate at work.
Boredom at work might eventually become stressful and harmful. While occasionally it’s an indication for you to change jobs, most often it’s merely a case of being under- or overutilized as a worker.
So, how do you get out of this rut? Don’t worry! Motivational speakers have some advice to help you beat workplace boredom. Before you jump into that, learn about all the possible reasons why you’re bored at work.
Mental stimulation is the crux of all work. It not only prevents boredom but also supports mental health and the development of cognitive function as you age. Inspirational speakers suggest re-evaluating your work life. Do you get to be an important decision-maker, or are you just pushing paper?
Yes, maintaining a healthy work-life balance is crucial, and regular work breaks are important. However, when you have tons of spare time, you start daydreaming and tuning out. You reach the point where you don’t recognize that you’re bored. It may have an impact on how you feel about yourself. You’ll notice how this isn’t a good way to spend time, and you can become frustrated by this.
Do you feel sufficiently challenged? Can you come out of your comfort zone when you go to work? Are you advancing and changing? People feel appreciated and worthy when their potential is being maximized at work. When this doesn’t occur, we get tired and bored. We discover that we’re having issues with our self-worth and motivation.
When we get bored, we start to lose focus at home and in the workplace. Is your office a productive place to work, or is it so chaotic that you find it difficult to concentrate? Do you frequently switch between different tasks? Also, does your personal life interfere with your ability to get work done? Do you begin each day at work already feeling overburdened and emotionally spent?
Business speakers note that many people believe their jobs are their salvation from their chaotic home lives. Sadly, after all is said and done, the issue still exists. Even when we’re not consciously thinking about anything, problems continue to occupy our minds. These kinds of interruptions can impair work productivity, causing you to lose inspiration and motivation, and ultimately make you more bored.
Does your job motivate you? Are you happy with your current workplace? Do the position and the company uphold the values you hold dear? According to corporate speakers, a lot of people don’t get jobs that align with their values.
Sometimes people work to pay their bills and have no emotional attachment to the job’s actual nature. However, in the long run, choosing a job that supports your particular ideals is crucial for your well-being. When you do, you’ll be more enthusiastic about your position, and your work will also help you feel better about yourself.
Is your work the same every day? Are you feeling “stuck”? Are there any opportunities for you to grow and try new things? Business speakers have noticed people in such roles grow increasingly irritable as time passes. Nothing to look forward to, no chances or advancements to aim toward. People feel hopeless and trapped. Their ambition and enthusiasm fade away. Even worse, those in such situations frequently begin to lose confidence.
Here are a few pointers given by professional motivational speakers that’ll help you combat boredom:
The absence of meaning or purpose in your work is frequently the root cause of boredom. However, having trouble finding contentment in work doesn’t indicate a need to resign. Business motivational speakers emphasize it’s possible to restructure your work to give it a deeper, more meaningful context.
For instance, if you’re a recruiter for an organization, you may list your duties as finding potential candidates, meeting quotas, setting up interviews, and filling positions. However, you can alter how your profession is perceived. You might also say that you assist people in finding rewarding jobs. As a result, your job becomes more fulfilling and meaningful. You’ll feel more motivated and less bored at work.
Sometimes the work gets to you in more than just one way. If you’ve tried your best to find a way to fight boredom and still have no luck, it’s time to pack your bags and head off to your favorite destination.
This is the best way to find mental clarity. A relaxing getaway will revitalize you and relieve workplace stress. So, when you return to work, you’ll be ready to do all your tasks diligently. You’ll end up becoming a productive, efficient, and well-rounded employee.
Environmental aesthetics have a significant impact on how well our brains work. Our mood can be impacted by our surroundings’ physical features. Therefore, if you often get bored at work, consider changing the appearance of the workspace. Adding colors like green, red, orange, and yellow in the office can add a bit of spark and excitement to the workspace.
Even though every job includes a set of mandatory tasks and obligations, there is sometimes room to tailor the role. That’s where job crafting comes in. It involves altering methods, procedures, or even the parameters of your employment. You can eliminate the monotony by making the position your own and doing it more effectively by utilizing your strengths and skills.
Let’s take the example of an accountant who is underusing their great people skills. If they want to engage with people and have meaningful connections, they can opt to mentor interns. Even though this task isn’t specifically mentioned in their job description, it’ll serve as a gateway to explore their skills and put them to good use. Business speakers highlight how even the most monotonous tasks may be made more interesting through job crafting.
If you’re bored at work and want to find a way to restore enthusiasm, perform some work-related activities. Instead of letting time go by, you can use it to develop your personal brand. This is one of the most effective boredom busters.
Even if it might not directly benefit your job, developing your brand can help your employer’s brand become more well-known. Professional corporate speakers suggest using LinkedIn to share helpful material and interact with others. Most firms want their employees to share work-related information during business hours, but you can also share other content you like.
This does not stop you from writing your posts ahead of time or from preparing them using scheduling software. It’s beneficial to develop your brand. You can improve your career while battling boredom.
The Pomodoro Technique is a time management plan that might help you stay focused and combat boredom. It was created by Francesco Cirillo in the 1980s. It allows you to take short breaks between 25-minute work sessions.
Inspirational business speakers note how breaking a big task into small ones makes you more focused and helps maintain your attention for the whole task. Concentrating on something for too long might get boring, and that’s why this technique works efficiently. All you have to do is set a 25-minute timer on your smartphone or laptop. Take a little break once the timer sounds, then restart.
Want to get rid of boredom? Play your favorite music. Listening to Taylor Swift’s Midnights will have you feeling your emotions, and Rihanna’s “Lift Me Up” will have you feeling melancholic—but no matter what genre you prefer, put the music on, and you’ll feel alive.
Music can even improve cognitive function, which is explained in the theory known as the “Mozart Effect.” Music has the power to improve your mood and sharpen your mind, two qualities that might help you deal with boredom better. You might want to start by putting on some instrumental music to get relaxed. This will help uplift your spirits without distracting you from the task at hand.
Steve Gilliland is a phenomenal Hall of Fame motivational comedian speaker who has the power of steering the wheel of change and can guide your employees toward becoming the best versions of themselves. His in-person presentations have moved thousands of employees across the world.
If you’re searching for a skilled storyteller and an energetic business speaker who can uplift any corporate event, then Steve is your best choice. Check out his amazing Motivation Bites and inspiring books, and book him today!
“Your message is a gift that needs to be heard by everyone.”
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