When Your Engagement Level Drops

Flexible Work

Flexible work schedules, such as the four-day workweek, can significantly boost engagement levels by allowing individuals to focus on what truly matters. Blair Enns and David Baker discuss the importance of taking breaks from the daily grind, whether through sabbaticals or simply reducing work hours. David suggests that identifying and eliminating the most draining aspects of work can add years of engagement to one's career 1.

You can add years of engagement to your work life by just working less.

--- David Baker

Blair also emphasizes the value of pursuing hobbies outside of work to maintain a balanced life and prevent burnout 2.

   

Meeting Strategies

Rethinking meetings is another strategy to enhance productivity and energy levels. David shares his experience of limiting scheduled meetings to four days a week, which allows for more focused work and writing time 3. He suggests that many standing meetings may no longer serve their original purpose and recommends reducing them to regain control over one's calendar.

Take your calendar back or disband your executive team.

--- David Baker

Blair and David also explore the idea of swapping firms with a colleague for fresh perspectives, though it remains an untested suggestion 4.