How to handle a slow day at work

How to handle a slow day at workHow to handle a slow day at workWeve all been there.Some days in the office that are so hectic and fast-paced, it feels like you blink and its time to leave. There are others that go by so slowly you feel as if youll barely make it out alive. All of your deadlines are met, your inbox is organized and youve even gotten ahead on a few projects but there are still six hours left in on the clock. Its going to be a long day.The truth is, no matter how fun and engaging your job may be, no one is exempt from the occasional boring work day.Instead of falling into the black hole of endless Instagram scrolling, catching up on Netflix shows, online shopping or checking the clock every five minutes - a slow day in the office is the prime time to get ahead on some major career goals.A boring work day doesnt mean you cant get anything productive done, so Ive laid out a few tips and tricks to help you successfully cross the finish line of a slow day.Work on your sid e hustleWe all have one And since your workload is light, what better time than while youre already up and active. A boring work day is the ideal time to finish your business plan, brainstorm new ideas or create content for your your passion project. Use the down time to research industry-specific news and trends, and hone in your your goals Youll thank yourself for using your time wisely.Listen to Podcasts or an AudiobookPodcasts are my new favorite thing, and there are so many to choose from that cater to your interests. Whether you like news and politics, murder mysteries, or even if you just want to learn something new theres a podcast to meet your desires.TheWorkParty podcastwill arrive in achter monat des jahres 2018 Hosted by Create Cultivate CEO and author of WorkParty, Jaclyn Johnson, this weekly podcast will break down the business of being a modern working woman. Be sure to tune inAudiobooks are growing in popularity and are another fantastic way to stay mentally engaged during a slow day. Audiobooks are awesome because they allow you to multitask while listening to a story, and is a lot faster than reading a regular book. A great narrator will enthrall you into the story and bring the characters to life. Listening to good audiobook will definitely help a boring day fly by.BudgetAdmittedly, this is probably not the first thing you want to do when it comes to making a boring day more entertaining, but its a good idea if you want to take control of your cash Creating a monthly or weekly budget will help you understand your cash flow and see whats coming in and leaving your accounts, and will help you save more and spend less. A great way to feel like youre reallyadulting.Update your resume and LinkedIn profileUpdating your resume isnt just for when youre looking for a new job. In fact, according toCareerCast, keeping your resume current is part of a smart long-term career management strategy. Its recommended that working professionals update their re sumes several times throughout the year.Did you just complete a major project? Earn a certificate? Learn a new skill? Add it to your resume and LinkedIn Profile.You may not be looking for a new job, but someone could be looking for you. LinkedIn is one of the most popular networking platforms, and whether youre in the market for a new job or not, its always advantageous to keep your career profiles updated. Its a great way to show potential employers and business partners what youre made of.NetworkRemember the person you said you wanted to schedule a coffee meeting with, but never got around to doing it? Do it now Networking is essential and there is never a bad time to reach out. Use a slow work day to look through your contacts and schedule meetings or phone calls to expand your network. You never know what new doors can open after a friendly interaction.Its hard to predict the ebbs and flows of work life. But when things in the office slow down, that doesnt mean you dont have to. Lets keep pushing, weve got thisThis article was originally published on CreateCultivate.com.