01/13/2025

How to Find Motivation at Work in the New Year

Here’s how you can still seek out new opportunities and thrive

At the start of a new year, it can be tempting to commit to new habits or map out major changes you want to make in the months to come. For some people, particularly those who feel burned out or detached from their work, a new job might seem like the solution.

But if you’re not looking to make any drastic career moves—or perhaps you’re just being realistic about your ability to find a new job in a challenging job market—then you might be looking for other ways to improve your professional life without quitting. Here are some things you can do to stay motivated at work, especially when you’re not feeling excited about the year ahead:

Focus on the Positive

When you have misgivings about your job, it can be natural to fixate on those issues. But author and time management coach Elizabeth Grace Saunders says it’s also important to remember what you actually appreciate about your role or workplace.

Please select this link to read the complete article from Fast Company.