Tips for working effectively in hot weather

Hot weather not only affects human health but also work efficiency when it drains your energy.

The first rays of summer heat begin to break out, sapping the concentration and energy of even the most energetic employees. Here are some helpful tips to help you stay productive and in the mood during the hot summer weather.

Adjust the temperature in the office appropriately.

During the summer, nearly every building’s air conditioning system is working overtime to combat the scorching heat outside. But this can do more harm than good to your body.

According to a study by Cornell University, temperature plays a huge role in our productivity. For example, at 68 degrees Fahrenheit, the rate of typing errors is 25%, but at 77 degrees Fahrenheit, the rate is only 10%.

And simply keeping your room temperature around 72 degrees F in the summer can help your coworkers improve their productivity.

Don't sit still.

No matter how hot the weather is and how high the temperature is, sitting still under the air conditioner or eating ice cream will not make you less tired and more refreshed, but will even make your fatigue and sluggishness worse.

No matter how hot the weather is and how high the temperature is, sitting still under the air conditioner or eating ice cream will not make you less tired and more refreshed, but will even make your fatigue and sluggishness worse.

Instead, encourage your employees and colleagues to move around, stretch their muscles, or at least stand up and tidy up their office or desk.

Being active not only reduces lethargy and passivity, but also helps the body eliminate harmful substances caused by lack of exercise, keeping the mind clear and active, which of course will also bring better work efficiency.

You can also suggest some activities in between to liven up the work atmosphere. For example, organize a short yoga session in the mid-afternoon to keep the body flexible and combat the post-lunch energy slump. The activity will definitely stimulate the mind, get the blood flowing and increase their creativity.

The summer heat is just around the corner and doing these things may feel awkward and even pointless at first. However, if you make an effort to make them a daily habit at work or anywhere else, you will see the benefits.

According to Vietnamnet