Winter has arrived. The days are now darker and colder, and the nights are longer. You have just enough energy to stay

in your cozy bed, eat, and watch movies. Your feelings of depression are now stronger than ever.

The winter blues are now combining with lockdown blues caused by the coronavirus outbreak.

Many employees feel bored and less productive at work during winter. If you feel that your motivation to work

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take a look at the following tips to boost your energy and increase your productivity at work:

Create an energizing morning routine

Nothing is harder than getting out of a warm, comfortable bed into the freezing cold outside. To make sure you start your day

On a positive note, establish a morning routine that motivates you to get out of bed. Make a delicious breakfast and enjoy your favorite cup of coffee,

or do some exercise—whatever makes you happy. You’ll feel more motivated and energized to start a great day.

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Make a list of 15-minute tasks

It’s a list of tasks you can complete in 15 minutes or less. For example, check your emails

in the morning, brainstorm topics related to your weekly plan, or plan your next meeting with your manager.

This quick task will take less effort and focus, giving you a boost at the start of the day.

Once you’ve been motivated by that great feeling of getting things done, you’ll be ready to tackle more complex tasks, such as preparing your monthly post.

for the next review meeting.

You can also tackle these small tasks while waiting for a virtual meeting to start or for your manager’s feedback on other tasks.

When you feel you have no energy, or you’re waiting for a Microsoft Teams meeting to start, check your 15-minute task list,

and get a few of those tasks done.

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خذ عطلات صغيرة

What if someone told you that you could leave work right now, saying, “Shut down your laptop and start your vacation!” This would

boost your productivity to unexpected levels, helping you get more done

Get work done easily in less time.

But the question now is: How can you take these breaks?

Instead of wasting work time checking your social media accounts, watching “how-to” videos,

or escaping online meetings, you can easily schedule mini-breaks—for example, by closing your laptop at

5 p.m. instead of 6 p.m. and doing something that could boost your productivity, such as exercising

and reading a new book, or meeting new people.

Reduce your working hours to give yourself time to rest, but make sure your tasks are completed to a high standard first.

On the other hand, employers need to recognize how important these short breaks are for boosting energy levels,

supporting mental health, and preventing seasonal mental health issues. This, in turn, can increase employee engagement and motivation.

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Don’t forget to drink water

In winter and cold weather, we tend to drink hot beverages, but often forget to drink water, which affects

our bodies in several ways, including dehydration and fatigue. Keep a glass of water nearby, even if you don’t feel

thirsty at that moment.

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Update your to-do list

Your to-do list may have gone unreviewed for a long time, so it’s time to refresh it and tailor it to the current situation.

Set goals specifically for the winter months. Review your to-do list and remove activities that don’t:

— Serve the company’s goals.

— Showcase your unique talents, abilities, and expertise.

— Give you a sense of purpose, passion, and value.

— Help support the entire team.

-تحقق الأهداف.

-تخدم العملاء.

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تغذى جيدًا

During winter, make sure to eat foods that boost your energy and vitality, such as peanut butter and other foods

that help you overcome the sluggishness that comes with cold weather and can reduce your productivity at work. It is worth noting

that many employees gain a noticeable amount of weight during winter. This weight gain results from eating more foods rich

in fat and getting less exercise, so be sure to choose nutritious, healthy foods.

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Use technology to your advantage

Today, robots are replacing people in many fields. You can identify routine daily tasks and automate them. These tasks can be carried out

automatically while you’re asleep or away.

For tasks that can’t be fully automated, identify the parts you can outsource so

you can save more time and effort.

One excellent tool for automating tasks is “IFTT,” which helps connect data from one app to another, allowing you to customize

tasks and streamline your workflow. For example, you can set up a task: “If I upload a new photo to LinkedIn,

download it to Google Drive.” You’ll also find ready-to-use templates.

Staying productive during the winter season can be challenging, but we should try to stay active and inspired during this time,

This is where we lay the foundation (and set the pace) for the rest of the year. As with a marathon, if you move too slowly, you won’t stay in the thick of

the fierce competition.

Spending more time at home in cold weather uses up more of our resources, which can lead to mood swings—but things don’t have to

look so bleak! The next time you feel less productive in winter weather, create a pleasant

morning routine, schedule a 15-minute to-do list, take short breaks, update your task list, and make

technology work for you.

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تحرّك!

Sitting at your desk for long periods can leave you feeling sluggish and generally tired, especially on cold, dark winter days. Research shows that

doing some simple exercises outside of work hours or during the workday can help reduce anxiety and stress

and improve your sleep quality. Set aside some time to get moving, such as taking a walk during a work break or whenever you get the chance.

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