The importance of taking a break from work can’t be overstated, especially for CPAs and accounting professionals whose work often involves meticulous attention to detail and deadlines. However, the thought of the backlog awaiting you upon return can kill the vacation spirit before you even leave the terminal — maybe it was your inbox that took a vacation, not you. Proper preparation before leaving is crucial to ensuring you can actually relax and return to a manageable situation. Here are five simple tricks that’ll help you beat post-vacation stress.
Taking time off from work is essential for mental and physical health, but the dread of post-vacation work stress can detract from the benefits of a vacation. By following these five basic preparation steps — delegating a proxy, attending to high-profile items, setting up email filters, communicating your absence, and preparing a catch-up plan — you’ll minimize post-vacation stress and make your re-entry into the office a smoother one. A well-prepared absence fosters a healthier work environment and more efficient workflows.
Moreover, in the spirit of promoting a healthier work environment, explore Botkeeper for effective methods to minimize stress in your daily work and for your clients. Our automated bookkeeping keeps working, even while you soak up the sun.