Use Your Vacation Time
Early in my career I took very little vacation time. I was so focused on getting ahead in my career that I was uncomfortable getting away. I now realize that was a mistake. I have come to find that vacations dramatically increase my productivity. The message is quite simple, use your vacation time.
Before you leave for vacation you clear out your inbox and take care of any outstanding tasks. This is a great exercise because we rarely take the opportunity to get completely caught up. Leaving work for a period of time forces you to do this.
Perspective—When we get caught up in the rat race we lose perspective.…
