I can't be the only one that has issues staying awake and lively at work.
I know other people have a hard time staying upbeat and ready for the day and on task. I also know those that have no problem doing it. I, however, just can't.
Because I work in a creative environment, I try to fill my space with colors I can stand to look at for long periods of time (and some fun things as well).
To start off, changing your desktop background can make a whole lot of difference.
Here's what my current image is:
I know other people have a hard time staying upbeat and ready for the day and on task. I also know those that have no problem doing it. I, however, just can't.
Because I work in a creative environment, I try to fill my space with colors I can stand to look at for long periods of time (and some fun things as well).
To start off, changing your desktop background can make a whole lot of difference.
Here's what my current image is:
It's the Hufflepuff crest with some chevron colored detailing. It makes me really happy to walk into work everyday and see my House. #potterhead nerd.
Inspiration doesn't just have to be fun things, though it helps. I use my bulletin board for mainly work things and it really sets me in the mood.
Inspiration doesn't just have to be fun things, though it helps. I use my bulletin board for mainly work things and it really sets me in the mood.
You're currently look at here is my volunteer applications that I've faxed over (left), my favorite dog breeds underneath it haha, some app/saving money tips I'm working on and in the middle I've got all my Target branded, super cute, dollar section paper. I'm a sucker for those dollar sections at Target. Because I don't have a planner, I use my loose planner sheets to go through my days, while still updating the board. Underneath, you'll see all my little folders. I don't know what I'm going to put in my coral and teal pockets, but in the middle there I have all my notes for everything. And then all my notes on the right hand side are all contacts I'd need for work. Don't worry, nothing encrypting over there, haha.
And if you're anyone like me, you'll notice I have a few... a lot... of jars underneath my board. Yeah. Those are exactly what you might think they are. They're Snapple jars. My coworkers like to make jokes that I'm addicted to Snapple. And they're probably right.
And if you're anyone like me, you'll notice I have a few... a lot... of jars underneath my board. Yeah. Those are exactly what you might think they are. They're Snapple jars. My coworkers like to make jokes that I'm addicted to Snapple. And they're probably right.
I have had the Snapple Apple, but my favorite flavor is obviously the Peach Tea. It has the caffeine I need in the morning.
Because this board is so colorful, I have no problems keeping updated through all my work. But I do have days where my desk does look like a disaster.
Because this board is so colorful, I have no problems keeping updated through all my work. But I do have days where my desk does look like a disaster.
So sure, I've got all of my notes on the desk here, but I also make room for some fun things. I like to optimize the use of the space in my office. To my left from where I sit, I use the wall to put up some of my favorite quotes. I've just used Washi Tape to make it a little more fun.
You can see some of my more prominent quotes here.
And right next to this, there's a sectioned off square bordered with Washi Tape. People have asked me what these post-it notes are and let me just tell you and admit now that I am 100% OBSESSED with Game of Thrones (among other things). And in this square is my dedicated Game of Thrones theories wall. I'm talking any theory I've ever had involving a character for the upcoming season goes into this theory wall. I'll probably do a post each couple weeks or so talking about my theories and my support/claims on it. I just love GOT so much. *SPOILERS IF YOU HAVEN'T SEEN SEASON 6 YET*
And right next to this, there's a sectioned off square bordered with Washi Tape. People have asked me what these post-it notes are and let me just tell you and admit now that I am 100% OBSESSED with Game of Thrones (among other things). And in this square is my dedicated Game of Thrones theories wall. I'm talking any theory I've ever had involving a character for the upcoming season goes into this theory wall. I'll probably do a post each couple weeks or so talking about my theories and my support/claims on it. I just love GOT so much. *SPOILERS IF YOU HAVEN'T SEEN SEASON 6 YET*
Some of them probably sound unlikely, but I'm telling you. I think I have some strong claims here. So, whenever I'm at work and I "just can't", I like to look at my wall and come up with other ideas for the finale of this show. Though, in my heart, I never want it to end. I mean, admit it, there's a lot of information that we still don't have. I'd like to get out two more seasons here... at least ;)
So there are some simple tricks I use to keep all my sanity when I sit at a desk for eight hours. I hope I helped some of you out. I would like to know what helps you get through work! Let me know in the comments!
Thanks!
Katie
So there are some simple tricks I use to keep all my sanity when I sit at a desk for eight hours. I hope I helped some of you out. I would like to know what helps you get through work! Let me know in the comments!
Thanks!
Katie