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Need advice on work related questions, issues or problems? Here, you'll find all sorts of blog articles on how to be your best self at your job as an overthinker.
How do you deal with a (wo)mansplaining coworker?
Suppose you’re a (young) woman. In that case, you probably have already dealt with this, when a (usually male) coworker feels the need to belittle you, explain things that you already know and overall seem to have an undeserved air of superiority when you talk to them. Many men seem allergic to the term “mansplaining” and will at any given moment, fiercely proclaim that they would never do that and then explain to you what mansplaining is (unknowingly giving a perfect demonstration). But how do you deal with mansplaining (or womansplaining, if it’s from a woman) at the workplace? In this article, I will advise you on how to deal…
How do you deal with extroverted colleagues?
Do you ever dread going to the office, because you know it will be busy? Do you feel like you can’t finish your work because all your colleagues are talkative and like to socialise during work hours? As an introverted overthinker, you may find it difficult to deal with extroverted colleagues, who value personal connections above finishing their work. Working closely together with an extroverted colleague can be even more challenging than just being in the office together. In this article, I will share the best tips on how to deal with extroverted colleagues at your job. Tip 1: Small talk matters As an introverted overthinker (sounds like a prize-winning…
How to be happier and more satisfied with your job?
No matter how much you like your job, there will be times when you wake up in the morning and don’t feel like going to work. As an overthinker, you might struggle with overthinking before, after or even during work hours. Is this really what I want to do, aren’t there any better jobs out there, what if I miss out on prospects by working here? In this article, I will advise how you can be happier and more satisfied with your current job and deal with overthinking. Tip 1: Focus on quick wins On a day-to-day basis, you might feel like you can’t see the forest for the trees.…
How do you deal with office politics as an overthinker?
Office politics can be one of the most challenging things about work. This can be especially hard for overthinkers. There’s often not enough time to come up with the right responses, first impressions matter the most and people often don’t say what they mean. In this article, I will give you tips on how to keep your head above the water as an overthinker, by dealing with office politics the right way. Tip 1: Quantity over quality In the workplace, it’s important to remember that in the end, your colleagues are not your friends. Almost everyone would say all the cliche phrases if a colleague left, for another job, retirement…
4 practical tips to be productive at work without overthinking
No matter what your exact job title or work responsibilities are, productivity, speed and accuracy are often at least greatly appreciated or necessary. As an overthinker, it can be difficult to prevent your thoughts from getting in the way of doing your job. Maybe you spend half your work day pondering that one mistake you made, or if you said the right thing during one of your meetings. Maybe you are deathly afraid of making mistakes so you work slower than your colleagues, or you procrastinate all difficult tasks. In this blog article, I will give you four practical tips on how to prevent your overthinking from getting in the…
How to reduce overthinking work when the workday is done
From when I started my first part-time job at fifteen years old, I could spend nights awake overthinking my work. I wondered whether I made a mistake somewhere if people would notice, and if it might have horrible consequences that I would be forced to face the next morning or the next week. Thankfully, these days my overthinking about work isn’t as bad as it was back then, but I still need to actively prevent myself from re-entering that negative spiral. In this article, you’ll read tips and advice on how to reduce your overthinking when the workday is over. Tip 1: Consciously end the workday When I finish working,…
How to not feel overwhelmed at work in 5 steps
We probably all know the feeling, you log in on Monday, or you start working again after a vacation, and your mailbox is filled to the brim, you have multiple meetings planned for that day and you feel like there’s an endless pile of work left to do. How do you deal with this? In this article, I share my five best tips for preventing feeling overwhelmed at your job. Tip 1: Good preparation goes a long way If you’re like me, and you’re bound to forget everything that you don’t write down, there’s one simple solution: make a list! Preferably, you make one list before the weekend, going on…
How to speak up more during work meetings as an overthinker
As an overthinker, I struggled for a long time with speaking up more during meetings. Active listening and taking notes, while also bringing up my talking points and responding to others, seemed like an impossible task. With these practical tips, I will advise you on how to be present, active, and responsive during meetings. Tip 1: Prepare the meeting beforehand Make it a habit to prepare for every meeting, preferably not five minutes before. A meeting is an opportunity to hear about new developments, create new chances for yourself to learn new skills, be involved with exciting projects, and connect with your coworkers. You should treat it as such, not…
