What to do when no one else is in the office?
Every year again: between Christmas and New Year, offices in this country are yawningly empty. Many people get to enjoy their holidays, sleep in or let off steam on the piste. Are you one of those who have unfortunately already used up all their holidays or are incredibly busy? Welcome to the club! But there is hope: I'll show you what you can do to combat boredom.
Many restaurants will remain closed and shops will only offer a reduced selection of items from their range. SBB is running shorter trains, which are even running on time due to the low commuter volume. And the offices are emptier than the Italian fans at the upcoming World Cup. These are all clear signs that Christmas is over, but the new year hasn't really begun yet. That's why I've set out to look for employment opportunities for you during this "bridging period".
Series until you drop
The internet is a great thing. There's Spotify to listen to music non-stop - with numerous playlists, genres and moods, there's something for everyone. Instagram and Facebook need your attention every minute. And then there's YouTube. If your boss and the security settings in your office allow it, you can let off steam on this platform until you can't go any further. Just don't forget to clock out, have lunch and take toilet breaks. [[video:71095]]
Hard-hitting Nerf battles
When, if not now? Yes, the Christmas season is predestined for endless battles, nerve-wracking skirmishes and stealthy surprise attacks. Not with real weapons, of course - that goes without saying. But we at Galaxus are inventive and carry out our disputes and discussions in a very civilised manner. We sit down, have a civilised discussion, grab our nerf guns and find the best solution for all parties. So far, it's actually working quite well. [[product:422707,5312606,5844476]]
Happy and festive banquets
Do you still have more than three kilograms of meat left over from the fondue chinoise? Are you barely halfway through your Christmas roast? Okay, you might want to check the recipe again. Do you get sick when you hear the words "panetone", "Guetsli" or "Schoggi"? Then I've got a solution for you: put the stuff - expired or not - in a big bag and bring it to the office. Not only will you get rid of the sweet stuff very efficiently this way, but you'll also make new friends very quickly. [[image:10433445]]Well, there's still something in there, isn't there? It would be a shame for all the effort you had to put into shopping.
Late presents
There's bound to be some Christmas wrapping paper left over, even though you've already given all your friends, relatives and acquaintances plenty of presents. But you've forgotten your colleagues, yet again. No problem, don't worry. You take the wrapping paper and wrap as many of the items on your colleagues' desks as possible. Bet they'll be incredibly happy as soon as they get back from their holidays. And they'll know what to do straight away. [[image:10433454]]A great surprise even after Christmas: presents as far as the eye can see
Exercise never hurts
The fact is that you spend what feels like 364 days a year sitting in your office chair and only move around if you have to go to the loo or attend a meeting. Even if you can afford the luxury of a standing desk, you may be protecting your back, but you're not really moving any more. So it certainly doesn't hurt to switch off the computer for three or four hours and venture out into the snowy winter landscape. You're also guaranteed to burn off 20 to 30 calories... at least! [[image:10433487]]
Catch up on spring cleaning
Your workplace is covered in snow - it is winter after all. Unfortunately, it's not snow, but dust that has accumulated during the year. You should perhaps ask yourself whether you're not working a little too little when the dust flakes are piling up in heaps. But, as you're alone in the office anyway, you'll have plenty of time to clear up the mess and polish your space to a shine. Your colleagues will also thank you the next time they come to visit you and find their papers. After all, this isn't Pompeii. So go on: ashes to ashes, dust to dust. [[image:10433500]]A tidy start to the new year - what could be better?
How about employees?
You can't do anything with all my tips? The recommendations above can't even make you smile? Then I formally apologise to you. You're probably one of those people who have already used up their holidays by the middle of the year. Or you're a member of that rare species that actually has a lot of work to do - after Christmas and before New Year's Eve. Well, maybe you should consider making a few important adjustments to your working day for the new year. Because: "What you can do today, you can do just as well tomorrow." [[image:10433438]]
When I'm not stuffing my face with sweets, you'll catch me running around in the gym hall. I’m a passionate floorball player and coach. On rainy days, I tinker with my homebuilt PCs, robots or other gadgets. Music is always my trusted companion. I also enjoy tackling hilly terrain on my road bike and criss-crossing the country on my cross-country skis.