A productive day, all in all.
With my eyes firmly on the prize (our departure for Tokyo next week) I got the head down and tore through my task list in work this morning. I actually got so much done that I managed to leave the office early and get to the gym.
I know, I was shocked too. It has been β¦
Another week rolls round.
And this is my last full working week before I head to Japan, so there’s a lot to pack in. Including lining up some podcast content to go live while I’m away. I’d much rather not fiddle with podcasting while I’m trying to enjoy Osaka and Japan.
And β¦
π¨ A fire alert and evacuation of my office building was the perfect excuse to wrap up my Friday early and head home.
In unrelated news, I dearly hope I never have to rely on anyone else in that building in a real emergency. All the collective common sense of a herd of sheep.
It’s been another day when I’ve had to remind some people about the kind of psychologist I am. Not the type they see on TV or at the movies. I don’t mind at all, and I love what I do for a living.
But I always wonder if other professions get the same volume of questions.
I’m working from home today and need to edit three instructional videos I’ve created for a training course, plan a couple of podcast episodes about workplace wellbeing, and write a blog post about the importance of sleep.
I’ve remembered to write up my weekly note, even if the week isn’t strictly speaking over. This week was mostly about travel, work and fun, with a big helping of delicious food.
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π§ It’s seven years to the day since I started my podcast. It was dreadful to begin with - I can’t bear to listen to early episodes - but I think I’ve improved over the years. It’s something I’m glad I’ve continued and allows me to flex my creativity at work.
To put this in context, itβs a soulless chain hotel, one that I would usually avoid if the decision were mine. It has all the charisma of a very old hire car. And a standard of service that even Ryanair would look down on.
πΈ I wasn’t expecting to, but I’ve just spent a very pleasant couple of hours in the sunshine on my balcony.
Writing, planning for the week ahead, and doing some basic admin. All the time enjoying the view, while trying to ignore the noise coming from the building site below.
But seriously. Where was this weather in August?! Anyway, I’m glad I was at home to enjoy it and not stuck in my office. Now to pack away all my work ‘stuff’, and start my weekend.
The irony that I’m writing about wellbeing and self-care on my professional blog, while sitting here with a head cold, isn’t lost on me! Still, I’m feeling a lot better this morning, and I don’t have to leave the apartment. And you can bet that my weekend will be starting early this week.
I woke with one of them yesterday morning: a tiny scratch at the back of my throat. Not painful, just noticeable. It got worse throughout the day - bearing in mind I had several calls and a podcast interview to record - until after work, when my voice began to disintegrate completely.
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π§ I guess that 7:30am start at work eventually took its toll.
You cant really create more time in a day. You’re merely borrowing it from your future self. After getting a whole chunk of my todo list sorted today, come 4:30pm my brain basically shut down. I had just wrapped up a client meeting and it was like a homing device was activated in my brain.
So I packed up and headed home, where I’m now planning an evening in sweatpants, reading comics and eating.
π₯ In the office by 7:30am this morning, to record some video for a new course I’m launching this week. I managed to get what I needed done just before work started on a building site next door, and the noise levels went through the roof.
Now to go through the footage and see what I can salvage and turn into something professional. Because, while my brain was definitely awake, it looks like my face was still arranging itself into something human.
πΈ The view from here.
Definitely having a lazy afternoon today. I’m researching a planned visit to Hong Kong and Taipei next year. Doing some online shopping. Planning for the work week ahead. All from my armchair. With no plans to leave the apartment whatsoever.
I’ve a slightly quieter β¦
I had fully intended to have a lie on this morning, with my first appointment not until 9am. But no, my brain sabotaged my plans and left me sitting up in bed well before dawn, sipping coffee and cursing my luck.Β
Of course I know not every day can be like this. For a variety of reasons. But itβs also important to note it when it happens, so I can be grateful and appreciate the experience.Β
βοΈ The client webinar went really well and had some great participant interaction. A super start to the work day. And now it’s time for some more coffee before I launch into admin mode.
β° A 5:30am start this morning, as I’m running an 8am webinar for some international clients. I will definitely be finishing up early today, that’s for sure.
I’ve been more productive than usual…
Iβm feeling very on top of my workload, pleased with progress and looking forward to launching my new course next month. No distractions, little to no procrastination, and lots of time to think. Maybe Iβve found a productivity recipe that works for β¦
π οΈ The double-whammy of an impending deadline and accountability to a peer I respect have turned this morning into a productivity power-house. Really can’t believe how much progress I’ve made on the biggest project on my list right now.
I might even be able to to bring the go-live forward.
π₯ Morning! Hitting the ground running today. I’ve already completed editing a client video for a wellbeing programme I’m running, putting me well ahead of schedule for the day. Let’s hope this kind of momentum continues through the week.
π¬ Just spent a couple of very productive hours in the office, recording video for a couple of client projects - and of course, my YouTube channel. So nice to work in peace, uninterrupted and with no door slamming or people wandering round using speakerphone. Now, back to my weekend!
π€ A fire alarm and office evacuation was just what I needed to convince me to finish my working day at home, from the comfort of my sofa. Easing into the weekend…
π‘ I’ve popped home for a couple of hours to a) grab a quick post-lunch nap and b) get changed for this evening’s celebratory cocktail reception. I’ve invited clients and friends to celebrate ten years of my business. So I’ll need all my energy, hence the battery-recharging shut-eye.
βοΈ My first day back at work since our break in Singapore. And so of course I’ve been wide awake since 3am, and now find myself in London City Airport, about to fly to Dublin for work.
β Firing on all cylinders in the office this morning! There’s nothing like an impending holiday to focus the mind and ensure all the important things are done. Video and audio of next week’s podcast completed, about to upload today’s coaching video, and a ton of client admin sorted. Whew!