Returning to Work Is Easier When You Do It Together

Returning to Work Is Easier When You Do It Together

Returning to work is easier when you don’t have to do it alone. Find tips and team activities to help everyone get back into the swing of things.

After the holidays, colleagues may return at different times and with different levels of energy. A quick team check-in, time to share priorities or a low-key team game can help people reconnect and divide the work more effectively. The goal isn’t for everyone to work at the same pace, but to make sure they know what others are working on and where support is needed. This article offers ideas you can easily adapt to your workplace.

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Imagine it is your first day back at work after a vacation. How do you feel in the morning?

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Your vacation has come to an end. What is your first thought when returning home?

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In your work, you will find that there are several urgent tasks waiting for you. What will you do first?

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How do you envision the ideal first days after a vacation?

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How do you react when you realize that your work hasn't fulfilled you for the second day in a row?

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You notice that your colleague is demotivated after returning from vacation. What will you do?

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Imagine you have one workday just for yourself – with no tasks. What would you do?

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How do you maintain a feeling of lightness during the workday?

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How do you react when things don't go as you expect?

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Which statement best reflects your attitude towards returning to work?

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