Seasonal Productivity

Summertime, and the livin' is easy…said no working parent, ever. Your kids probably see it differently. Summer time is more relaxed, whether it's days at camp, at the pool, or on the road. You might have seen it differently in the B.C. (before children) era, back when Summer Fridays meant luxuriously long weekends to kick back with friends. If we put aside the logistical nightmare which is summer parenting, there's a deep truth: having a slower "season" (shorter work days, less stress, more fun) is a great way to recharge.  At the end of a slower season, you come back refreshed and ready to tackle bigger challenges. And yet, the modern world of work often treats you like you should be constantly producing.  The irony is that attempting to work like this is often terrible for your productivity and your motivation. So, in this week's episode of the podcast, we'll explore the concept of Seasonal Productivity - of defining slower and faster-paced seasons within your work to create better work-life alignment and produce better results at work. What You'll Learn:  How "seasonal" work habits can prevent burnout and improve your productivity Working with the natural ebb and flow of your work and family "seasons" Managing perceptions around your work ethic My summer podcast break To learn more, visit The Mental Offload.