Written by Emily Roycraft
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I think we can all agree that taking breaks every so often is important. Whether your break is taking a nap to recharge or getting a snack, you probably set some time aside away from work. However, how often does this actually provide you with a real break? Do you actually take that time to disconnect from work?

Disconnecting from work can be a challenge, but it has its benefits, and there are even scientific studies to back that up! Taking a better break from work can help you come back with more focus and energy than before, and that’s why we’ve collected some great ways to boost the power of your break.
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Unplug
This one’s a challenge, and I struggle with it, too. However, actually taking a break where you’re not thinking about work can help you focus when you get back to work afterward. Because it can be a challenge to get your mind off work, even if you’ve left the office, here are a few ways you can give your brain a break.

​Written by Emily Roycraft
​While meetings are important, it can be a challenge to keep everyone on task and keep those meetings from eating into valuable work time. Short meetings sometimes feel like they might not be enough space to cover the issues you need covered, but making meetings efficient can help you have shorter and more focused meetings. Here is a five-step model that will help you get there.

Start With the Most Important Issue
You’ve got something important to say—that’s why you called the meeting! If you start by stating that important issue, you’ll be on topic right out of the gate. You might get off topic from there, but it’s easier to stay on topic if you start in a focused way.

Tell Everybody How This Became an Issue
Give a short overview of the background of the issue you’re there to discuss to keep everyone on the same page. Whether the pertinent details include information about a customer order, what has been done on similar projects, or a challenge that has arisen, this overview will ensure that everyone knows the factors at play.