KO#14: September Energy
Welcome to the 14th issue of the Knockout Your Sunday Scaries Newsletter, an every-other-week newsletter by me, Kristy Olinger, with a focus on workplace communication and self-development. I’m glad you’re here. Was this forwarded to you? Get yours: Subscribe here
Sunday, September 8th, 2024
Hi there,
If you’re anything like me, you leaned into the vibes of summer… where things are more relaxed. Maybe you noticed… there were no newsletters from me in July or Aug. The pace of summer is just different. Deadlines get a little more forgiving (‘Bob is on PTO so we’ll pick this up next week’) and making memories with family and friends trumps all.
September is a different vibe all together.
One of my favorite authors, Gretchen Rubin, says “September is the other January.” Meaning it has the same feel of new beginnings that the new year does. I agree.
Here are some things to do now to 'clear the decks and refocus' so that you can harness this September energy and the momentum it brings.
UNSUBSCRIBE TO EMAILS: I’m a fairly recent convert to the inbox zero method of managing email. One of the keys to maintaining inbox zero is to reduce the amount of emails coming in. Throughout the year I end up giving my email when making online purchases and end up on lists. Pay closer attention and scrutinize the email you're getting and unsubscribe. To unsubscribe from this email list - please use the link at the bottom. Really.
GET ORGANIZED: Clear your desk, declutter bookshelves and drawers. Somehow these things make you feel more prepared to be productive.
REVISIT GOALS: You’re going to blink and all of a sudden it will be 2025. If you don’t remind yourself of what your goals were and plan for how you will reach them, it’s not going to happen. If it’s clear you’re off track, you can double down, defer, or ditch. Don’t be afraid to choose the latter two.
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Stay Curious,
Kristy
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