Get Over From Back-from-vacation Blues- A Receptionist Point Of View

When you're a receptionist back from vacation, it is usually extremely difficult to get your head back into 'work' mode. Your mind is usually still filled with visions of mountains, or beaches, or other relaxing views you were able to soak up during your break. Here are tips on how to recover from those back to work blues.

Psych yourself up. Think of what it is about your work that makes you like it. Do you like interacting with people on phone calls, organising appointments? Do you enjoy setting up meetings or welcoming the clients? Small encouraging thoughts that can give you the push to want to go back to work will do wonders. Think of these the day before you're due back, on the flight home or while preparing for bed the night before. It's usually not a good idea to let yourself be surprised with the idea of work.

Think of your next vacation. This is not encouraged by some, but I've found that setting a pleasurable goal is a great way of easing yourself into your return at work. Check out vacation sites the evening after your first day. Or visit a travel agent on your way home from work. This will help give that less of a demanding feel to your workplace. Remember, your work is what pays for those awesome vacations.

Organise. Your environment has a huge effect on how you feel about it. When you get back from vacation at a desk that's overflowing with disorganised files, or an inbox that has a thousand unanswered emails, it's best to find time to get these things taken care of. Spend a morning or a couple of hours, at least, to get things sorted out. That way, you'll feel whole lot better about being back at work.

Work out. Right. In most cases where there is a need for mental or physical readiness, there's usually a tip that involves exercise. While, working out is not the answer to everything, it is undeniably an answer for most. Feeling grouchy? Work out more. Tired all the time? Exercise gives you more energy. A visit to you gym, an hour of yoga, or even just a quick walk in the park will not only give you more energy you need for work, it will also help in giving you that mental focus you need after a long vacation.

Re-evaluate. Even with your desk cleaned and organised, and a few hours at the gym, you still feel down being back at work, there might be a need for re-evaluation. Be honest with yourself and think whether the reasons you wanted the job in the first place still exist. If they do, and you still feel bad about work, maybe you just need more motivation or a more challenging task. If the reasons don't exist anymore, maybe it's time to think of other options.

Long vacations can be both a good thing and a bad thing for receptionists. Vacations can renew your energy and zest for both life and work, but they can also get you so relaxed and comfortable you don't want to go back anymore. Just take note of the tips mentioned, and, in no time at all, you will find yourself back at work with a smile on your face and the drive to be the best.

By: Arthur Markham

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Arthur Markham provides helpful tips for receptionists. Mainly topics on self improvement and positive reinforcement. His goal is to share with people the analytical side of the profession.