Pre and Post-Work Rituals

We have Harvey Spector, Donna and Suits to thank for this post on Work Rituals. That can opener got us thinking... what work rituals do you have? What work rituals do we have?

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After I’ve fanned my nails around for another five minutes, I’m ready to tackle my workload. That's right. My ritual is painting my nails. This ensures a great day of work...

I don’t know how I’ve picked up this habit or when it started, but before beginning a long project, nothing helps me get my game face on more than painting my nails. I don’t paint my nails as often as I work, but I realized just by looking around the Schmooz office that everyone has their own little ways that they depend on to get into their work mindset.  

Most commonly, you hear people who need their cup of coffee before they start their day. Others prefer working out early in the morning before their shift begins. People have habits - we subconsciously create these rituals for ourselves. Alternatively, when we miss our daily rituals, the day can go by oh-so slowly or things just don't go as smoothly as usual. Some of us just need TV shows like the Bachelor to relax. ;)

If you find yourself in a consistent slump, it’s possible you just haven’t found your pre-work habit yet. It couldn’t hurt to try different things before you start working!  Perhaps a fast walk (we like High Park!) could be the solution, or reading the weekly comics in your local newspaper. Once you figure out what puts you in the the zone, you can take advantage of that habit by making it a part of your daily routine. The result? A more productive work day!

When business is done, it’s also just as important to leave your work behind, and put your mind at ease so you’ll be ready to take on the next day. Whether it’s listening to your favourite album on your drive home, window shopping or sitting down in your living room with a book, there will always be that recurring habit that keeps you going!

Do you have a daily work ritual that gets you in the zone? Let us know by posting a comment below!


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