There are a number of effective techniques, and A:  

A: Many of us experience post-holiday blues. Making the transition from a stress-free holiday to the pressures of the job can be difficult. Here’s some advice to help you ease back into the working world.

First, try not to take on a mountain of work your first couple of days back on the job. Give yourself some time to get into the groove by using your first few days to catch up on e-mails and with coworkers.

Schedule your next vacation as soon as you return to work. This can give you an immediate boost and something to look forward to in the months ahead.

Similar to making New Year’s resolutions for your personal life, try doing the same for your work life. Make a list of what you enjoy about your job and try structuring your time to focus more on those areas. Update your resume so you can see, on paper, what career goals you have already accomplished. Make a point to introduce yourself to two coworkers you don’t know very well.

All of these strategies can help ensure a smooth transition from carefree, festive days to the rigors of the rat race. 

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