Drive Your Motivation While in a Business Slump

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Experiencing a slump in your life is common and most people experience it too in their life. A slump is a period of when your motivation is too low which impact your life. A slump is also common in business as many business owners are highly possible to experience it. However, it is something that can be fixed. The key is to be willing to fight back instead of giving into your slump. If you keep drowning in your business slump, you put your business at risk because the less income you earn as well. 

How to overcome slump while running a business

The first thing you need to do when experiencing a slump while running your business is that figuring out the cause of it. There must be some factors leading to a slump such as stress, overwork, fear, boredom, failure, and many more. Here are some tips to drive your motivation when you are in a slump.

Be Positive

Taking positive action seems to be the last thing you want to do when you are in slump. However, action is the only remedy that can help you escape from this condition. You don’t have to jump into extreme physical activities to take positive action. You can start by doing simple yet positive thing such as nourishing your mind. You can do it through reading or listening to podcasts. 

Cast Away Negativity

Remove all negative energy by writing down whatever comes to your mind. You can write on a journal and write anything. You can simply write what’s been bothering or frustrating you. Then, you can also write positive things in your business and your life in general. This way, you will be able to see things in various angles. You will be able to replace negative thoughts with gratitude.

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Reconnect Your Network 

Try to connect with your network in person. By going out your house and meet your network in person, you will gain more positive energy. You will be able to get feedback, inspiration, or advice. However, connecting online with your network is also possible if you prefer that way instead of meeting them in person. 

Get Up and Move

Try to move and avoid lying in bed all day long. You can take a walk, ride a bike, or dance. Do something you like to make your body move. By moving, your body will have better circulation to deliver oxygen to your brain and muscles. As the result, it can help boosting your mood as well. 

Change Your Routine and Reward Yourself

A slump can happen due to the same cycle for a long time. Thus, change your schedule a little so things can be more interesting. You can also change your surrounding such as changing your office decoration or adding some element to the interior design. Also, don’t forget to reward yourself. It doesn’t have to be fancy, just enough to lift up your mood. For example, you can reward yourself a treat for your favorite sweets when you finish your task in a day. A reward can keep you motivated.