Why do we feel all Zoomed out

When Covid struck, like millions around the world I switched to a life of working from home. I’d already been working from home a fair bit but for many it was a rapid adjustment which forced big changes on personal energy levels. On the upside – no commute and few regrets there. But it also meant a big change in making personal contact and connections and a lot more screen time.

You’d think that removing our commute time would mean we’d feel more energised and refreshed from getting back all that time, yet evidence shows people are feeling the fatigue of screen time.

As leaders our teams and our organisations depend on us maintaining strong energy levels throughout the day. As the working day ends, those we hold dear, including ourselves rely on there being sufficient energy left over from work to be great parents, friends, partners and to look after ourselves.

Video conferencing tools - and of course when I mention Zoom there are lots of others out there, have saved us a commute but using them is having an impact on consuming brain power and ultimately that means productivity - and it's all happening under our noses without realising it.   Time to take control.

In this week’s article we’re looking at why are we still feeling zoomed out at the end of the day and what simple steps can we take to improve our energy levels.