2024 has arrived! Now is the time to start solidifying your resolutions for the upcoming year. While we all have personal goals, professional resolutions can serve as an important guide to success in the workplace. Here are 11 resolutions to inspire you to be your best self in the office this year!
1. Change Your Workspace
Feeling a bit “blah” coming into the office every day? It may be time to switch up your workspace. Click here to see why a shared workspace may be the perfect solution for you.
2. Get Organized
This year, find something that will keep you organized through December. Try different methods out in January to see what suits your needs and style the best. First determine whether you want to go all digital or incorporate pen and paper. Tools like Notion and Monday.com keep things on your computer while offering a higher level of organization. You can also download a digital planner from Etsy for specific tools like budget trackers. For pen and paper options, go to a local bookstore and feel what notebook would work for you. There are many considerations, including size, paper quality, lined versus blank, and more.
3. Reduce Screen Time
While our mobile devices have to be handy, simply picking up the phone can derail productivity. Create a designated phone space at your desk. It could be a dish, jar, drawer, or even a pouch inside a purse. When you finish a work-related task, you’ll immediately have a place to click it off and store it. To minimize going down the scrolling hole, move your apps into a folder on the last page of your phone- out of sight, out of mind.
4. Support Your Team
When work is busy, it can be hard to see outside of our own to-do lists. However, supporting your team is essential for a positive work environment. Set up practices that provide routine opportunities for recognition, support, and boosting morale. Monthly team activities, creating a Slack channel for doling out kudos, and developing incentives for hitting milestones are just some of the ways you can foster a happy team in 2024.
5. Delegate
This year, take something off of your plate by delegating tasks. In a shared workspace like AdvantEdge, client services coordinators assist with call answering, reception services, admin tasks, and other small projects. You also have space on hand as your team grows or if you add an intern- book a meeting room, utilize the lounge, or move to a long-term suite.
6. Stay Active
Make it a goal to incorporate movement into your day. Try some easy exercises like desk pushups, keep a yoga mat behind your desk for some stretching, or take breaks by walking around your building or neighborhood.
7. Keep Learning
Tackling a new skill can increase your value in the workplace, take your position to the next level, or help in switching careers/finding a new job. You can learn in person, by taking a coding class at a place like General Assembly. Or, go virtual and learn a skill like Adobe Photoshop on Skillshare or MasterClass.
8. Work/Life Balance
Work/life balance is not the same for everyone. Maybe you want to be home for dinner every night, or take time during lunch to hit a quick workout class. Once you break down what achieving that balance entails, you’ll be able to start taking small steps on the right path.
9. Connect With Others
Branch out in a shared workspace by connecting with fellow clients. Say hi to a neighbor, initiate conversations in the lounge, and attend an event. You never know what kind of professional relations or friendships may develop!
10. Eat Healthier
Creating healthier eating habits in the workplace is easy with a served space like AdvantEdge. Complimentary tea and coffee helps cut out morning coffee runs, where favorites from popular chains can pack calories and sugar. A lounge space with a kitchen makes bringing in lunch a breeze, with utensils, a dishwasher, and spacious fridge. You can even meal prep at the beginning of the week and bring in your items. Planning, along with a comfortable space, can make all the difference in implementing healthy habits at work.
11. Enjoy the Neighborhood
Get out of the office more and into the community! AdvantEdge has locations in two of D.C.’s most exciting neighborhoods. Learn more about Friendship Heights/Chevy Chase and L Street to find your next favorite watering hole, lunch spot, workout class, or hobby!
In 2024, let AdvantEdge Workspaces help you hit all of your goals! What resolutions are on your list? Share in the comments below: