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Why Leaders Need To Take Advantage of
Mondays
by shawnnutley | Nov 9, 2021 | Shawn Nutley
Almost everyone has experienced the familiar sense of dread when Monday morning rolls
around. The weekend is coming to an end, and the thought of a busy week ahead is
daunting and discouraging. There’s even a term for the anxiety that arises on Sundays
when people think about the next day: the “Sunday Scaries.”
Mondays don’t have to be painful, however. By learning to embrace Mondays, leaders can
set themselves and their teams up for a productive week. Thinking of the beginning of the
week as a fresh start can lead to growth for management and workers.
A Chance for Self-Improvement
The start of a new week is an opportunity to set goals. Managers can write down what they
want to achieve during the week so that they stay focused. A simple checklist of tasks is
a
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practical, or leaders can go into more detail by creating some SMART goals. Either way, it’s
wise to plan out steps for each day to avoid feeling overwhelmed by a big project.
Mondays are also a good time to reflect on anything that didn’t go as planned the previous
week. Instead of feeling frustrated by past mistakes, managers should take some time to
reflect. By understanding what went wrong, an effective leaders will learn and grow from
their missteps.
Encouraging the Team
If management is struggling with Mondays, chances are their team members are too.
Luckily, there are some simple ways to encourage and motivate them.
Leaders can use the start of the week to show appreciation for the team’s hard work. That
way, they’re starting the week on a positive note. A lunch outing is a fun way to get
everyone’s mind off the fact that it’s Monday. The group will appreciate the change of
scenery and the opportunity to share their thoughts.
Another way to show appreciation each Monday is to write a quick note to each member
of the team. The notes should acknowledge something specific each person did to further
the team’s goals. Managers can keep a box of thank-you cards on their desk as a reminder
to use them to express gratitude.
By taking advantage of Mondays, leaders can improve motivation and productivity for both
themselves and their team.
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