5 Tips for a Happier Work Day
Over the course of our career, about one third of our waking hours are spent at work. This is a sizeable number, and one that is much more easily digested if the hours are spent doing something that makes us happy. Being happy at work might not always seem easy, but it is very possible. Here are five ways to be happier at work.

1. Set three small daily goals

Sometimes it can be hard to feel like you're making progress on a project amidst the constant interruptions of emails, phone calls, and competing priorities.

By jotting down three small things that you would like to accomplish each day - and then crossing them off the list as you do them - you can remind yourself of the great progress you actually are making.

One of the best ways to set and track your daily work is with a Kanban board. If you've never used one, give it a try. It's simple, yet effective.



2. Avoid negativity in the workplace

No matter how happy you are, negativity, gossip, and complaining coworkers can be a drain on your energy. Instead, try to make friends with coworkers who are positive, collegial, and can provide a good network of support and resources.
Better yet... be that positive, supportive person. Chances are, it will also advance your career.

3. Make your workspace your own

Since you spend so much time at your workspace, it will go a long way if you make it comfortable, relaxed, and reflective of you. Keep it simple, though. Over-cluttering your workspace can lead to distraction.

4. Take ownership over your professional development

Professional development will help you feel connected to your career and grow as a professional. Listen to advice from your boss, but be the leader of your own path. Focus on where you want to be, rather than where you are now. Take steps each day that advance you toward your goal.

5. Be future oriented

A few bad days won't seem so grim if you have solid long-term goals, and you can see how your present work fits in to them. Be engaged in the present, but don't lose sight of the big picture.
The best way to achieve goals is to have one longer-term goal (one to three years out). Lay out the steps you need to achieve this goal on a flowchart, like this:

Establish a timeline for each step.
Focus on one step at a time. Make sure your daily task list includes something tangible that moves you toward the next step in your goal process.

None of these works for me

Good

We heareth thee.
But all these rules here now and then, why is it always projecting more of office ideology, is it only office work or must everybody work in the office? We should come out of this office orientation, not every profession is carried out in an office setting.

When money no dey? Hmm

Thank u OP

wow, great

Interesting can u pls reduce the tips to just one?

4th to comment. Am getting there. Good but not realitic point

veekid:
None of these works for me

Seriously you need a counselling by ebbyneza
Weldone ebbyneza

Thank you.

Avoiding negativity does it for me most times. Some people r negative saddist n trouble makers, avoid dem n ur day will be bliss.

So na any trash they enter fp

6. Be slow to react to other people’s “urgent” requests. When someone else asks you for help, to do a project or to meet some other urgent need, practice saying “what’s your deadline on this? or when do you need this done?” Then schedule that day. Most people when asked one of those questions realize it’s not as urgent and will set a future date. That way, you can go back to working on one of your top 3 activities.

A good organization's goals achievement write-up indeed... but can only work when you have passion for your Job... you're wonderful

jide219:
So na any trash they enter fp

Please how's this a trash? Post and let's see your own.

Good one Op but no 6 is missing- Remember your salary day, if you're in a paid employment. Remembering your salary payment day will always uplift your mood each time you're faced with a difficult customer or situation

Copy dat

Nice. Well done OP

Here to learn. @op, u try.

Am Impress

veekid:
None of these works for me

You can always carve out what works best for you

demarc001:
We heareth thee.
But all these rules here now and then, why is it always projecting more of office ideology, is it only office work or must everybody work in the office? We should come out of this office orientation, not every profession is carried out in an office setting.

Of course I totally agree with you, not all will be applicable in non-office professions but believe me one needs a bit of organization and planning regardless of the profession or work environment

markDT2:
When money no dey? Hmm

lol. Money go come