Manufacture Your Day by DISCONNECTING TO RECHARGE
It’s Wednesday and it’s time for “Manufacturing Leadership Minute” with Karin.
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When was the last time you truly disconnected from your phone?
Last week, we went on a cruise and decided to take a real break from the digital world.
We set our “out of office” messages to let people know they wouldn’t receive an immediate response. I have to say, it was the most liberating experience for us. We were able to truly connect and enjoy meaningful conversations without constantly staring at our phones.
The only time we used our phones was to take pictures.
If you think this won’t work for you, I encourage you to read about how the German carmaker Daimler addresses “email overload” while employees are on vacation. They call it the “Mail on Holiday” program.
Did you read the article? How wonderful would it be to return from vacation to an empty email inbox?
I give three thumbs up for rest, recovery, and renewed energy.
You might say, “Karin, that’s easy for you to say because you run your own business, but I’m expected to check my emails 24/7.”
While this may be true, it is up to you to set boundaries for your time and energy; otherwise, people can (and often will) take advantage of your constant availability.
That’s why I encourage you to think about:
- Your priorities
- How much you are willing to tolerate
- Alternative options when you are not available
- How you can be kind and firm at the same time
Unplugging from the internet on a regular basis is essential for both our mental and physical health.
Always remember to stay in the driver’s seat of your own life—it’s all about the choices you make, and one of those choices might be to step away from screen time for a little while.
FOOD FOR THOUGHT:
“You don’t have to be anti-technology to unplug. You just have to be pro-sanity.” – Anne Lamott
What strategies do you use to stay disciplined in managing your phone usage?
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