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For many people, the sound of their alarm clock waking them up to get to work is one of the last things they want to experience in their day. Especially if they’re not particularly looking forward to going into work, it can be very challenging to greet the day with a positive attitude. And while you might like to think that you’d easily be able to separate your feelings about work from your ability to actually do your job, getting a bad start to the day can often have effects felt through the rest of your hours on the clock. So to help ensure that you’re able to come into work ready to face whatever might be thrown at you, here are three tips for having a better start to your day at work.
Start Preparing The Night Before
Having a great day usually starts the night before. According to Daniel Wallen, a contributor to LifeHack.org, by getting things ready for yourself the night before, like picking out your clothes and getting your lunch or bags ready, you have less stress to deal with in the morning. The more you’re able to streamline getting ready in the morning, the easier your day will become. Additionally, ensuring that you’re getting enough sleep each night before you have to go into work will keep you from feeling fatigued in the morning and throughout the rest of your workday.
Be Smart About Your Commute
Once you’ve left the house and are on your way into work, it can be very helpful to use your commute time to your advantage. While you might be tempted to get a headstart on your work for the day or simply zone-out mindlessly while you get to work, Geoffrey James, a contributor to Inc.com, recommends that you spend your time during your commute wisely. Ideally, you should be taking this time to pump yourself up and prepare yourself to hit work hard as soon as you get there. This can be done in any number of ways, from listening to music that lifts your mood or meditating for a few minutes before things start getting busy.
Get There On Time
To help reduce the amount of stress you feel in the morning, Forbes.com recommends that you arrive at work on time or even a little early. If you’re feeling rushed and scattered from trying to make it to work just on time, you’re already starting your day off with anxiety, which can cling to you throughout the day and make it hard for you to settle into your work. So even if this means waking up a little earlier or forgoing your morning coffee shop run sometimes, do your best to get to work without cutting it too close for time.
If you’re looking for ways to start your day off right at work, consider using the tips mentioned above to help you do just that.
