This Tips helps for a Happier Work Day

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.