Well all been there. Ballplayers call it a slump. Some call it a lull or a funk. These are the times when you dont seem to have as much energy or passion for your work. You cant seem to get as excited (or excited at all) about the tasks in front of you. You are less productive, and you dont feel as good about your work either. Beyond that, the quality of your work you are getting done may be slipping as well.
This situation can be caused by many things and it can affect both individuals and teams. Regardless of the reasons for the situation, there are specific, predictable ways to get past the funk. When you apply these suggestions (and some of them you can apply within one minute of finishing this article) you will lift both your spirits and your productivity, and begin to give you your rhythm back.
Since theres no reason to wait any longer, lets get started!
Get started. Action is the most important force we have. Taking action, whatever it is, will make a big difference. Often our energy is drained by procrastination. Lou Holtz, the longtime football coach said, When all is said and done, there is a lot more said than done. Stop...