Staying motivated at work when the outdoors is calling
Staying focused in summer can feel like climbing a mountain in flip-flops. The sun’s out, your diary is quieter, and the urge to swap PowerPoints for sun loungers is real. At Sofa2Summit, we believe in keeping career-fit all year round. But motivation doesn’t always mean pushing harder. Sometimes, it’s about working with the season, not […]
Think of motivation like the weather
Motivation is a funny thing. Some days, it’s bright and energising. Other days, it’s flat, foggy, or just… not there. When motivation disappears, it’s easy to panic – to wonder if you’re doing something wrong, or if you’ve lost your drive altogether. But here’s a better way to look at it: think of motivation like […]
When you’re motivated, work doesn’t feel like work
We all know that feeling when you’re doing something you really care about, time just seems to disappear. That project you’re working on isn’t a ‘task’ or ‘chore’, it’s something you want to do. That’s motivation at work. When motivation is there, work doesn’t feel like work. It’s less about pushing yourself and more about flowing with […]
Conference season: how to stay motivated and make the most of it
Conference season is a busy time full of new ideas, interesting people, and chances to learn and connect. But the real challenge isn’t just going to conferences – it’s keeping your motivation high, so you turn what you learn into real progress. Here are five ways to help you stay motivated and get the most […]
Back on the trail, finding your post-holiday momentum
So, the break is over. The emails are creeping back in, your to-do list has returned from its own holiday, and your motivation? Well, it might still be lounging on a sofa somewhere. Getting going again after a holiday or long weekend can feel like dragging yourself uphill with lead in your boots. That’s normal. […]
What does my motivational profile say about me as a person?
If you take our motivational quiz to find out more about your motivational profile, you may be worrying what this says about you as a person. But fear not!