Powering Off or Power On
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Powering Off or Staying Connected?
Introduction
Do you take your laptop on vacation? Ever find yourself resenting your cellphone or Blackberry? According to Harris Interactive, a third of vacationers bring their laptops along. Recently, I watched a man in a restaurant, surrounded by family, engaged in a business call. Neither he nor his family seemed pleased.The Double-Edged Sword of Connectivity
As Charles Dickens might say, "It is the best of times, it is the worst of times," especially regarding connectivity. While stories from 9/11 about victims reaching out to loved ones in their final moments are heartwarming, others, like someone answering a call in a delivery room, are unsettling.I was thankful for my phone when I needed to assist a stranded driver on the interstate. It's convenient to use the internet to find local attractions during a rainy vacation day and reassuring to know family can reach you in emergencies. The same applies to keeping in touch with colleagues.
To Connect or Disconnect?
So, should you bring your laptop on vacation? Should you keep your phone on 24/7? When clients ask what to do, I suggest they ask, "What will you do?" or even better, "What action will bring the best results?" This involves understanding what "best results" means for you personally.I often emphasize that organization means controlling what you can so you can cope with what you can't. With today's connectivity, it's easy to feel overwhelmed by others' demands. If you don't want to be disturbed, just power off. If your job requires constant availability, maybe it's time to reevaluate if it's the right fit, or if you've trained people to expect you're always available. Effective communication is key to customer service, not round-the-clock responses.
The Balance Between Connection and Productivity
Connectivity can become addictive. My daughter, with a PhD in counseling, reminds me that addiction diminishes your life quality and affects those around you.My passion is to help individuals and organizations create productive environments to accomplish work while enjoying life. When used wisely, connectivity supports productivity and leisure. However, misuse can disrupt priorities, damage health, and strain relationships.
Finding Your Balance
The focus isn't whether to take a laptop on vacation or keep the phone on all the time. For some, checking email once daily on vacation offers peace of mind and can be done discreetly. For others, leaving tech behind defines a vacation. Your choice should enhance your life and those around you.Conclusion
Whether you power off or stay connected, the decision is yours!P.S. A Thought for You: Your ability to enhance connections is tied to finding information when needed. Are you spending too much time searching? Could you locate a colleague's resources if necessary? If not, consider our free 30-minute phone consultation by completing the Productive Environment Scorecard at [www.ProductiveEnvironment.com](http://www.productiveenvironment.com) to ensure everyone in your organization acts effectively with the right information at hand.
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