Have you ever found yourself becoming less motivated – and perhaps a bit less productive – during the summer? It isn’t surprising: great weather, outdoor activities, and more social time all conspire to have us think beyond the job. Yet to be successful, especially in a tough economy, requires both focus and productivity. Here are some ideas that can help:

From a personal perspective:

1. Recognize that when others are taking it easy, doing great work can distinguish you.
2. Don’t use to-do lists: instead, schedule activities directly into a time-slot in your calendar.
3. Take on a special summer project – maybe something that you’ve been meaning to do, but there hasn’t been time – except for now.
4. Use the summer for professional development – either formal training, or perhaps reading some of the latest business best-sellers.
5. Do the planning for a fall project. It’s much easier when the pressure is off.
6. Take some time to recharge – a vacation will do wonders for your energy level – and your state of mind.

If you manage other people:

1. Manage your staff to their goals and objectives, to help keep their eye on the ball.
2. Use the summer months for team-building and relationship building; a summer social activity, formal team-building activities, etc.
3. Reward individuals with recognition for excellent performance.
4. Empower a special project team with an end-of-summer deadline.
5. Arrange for a secondment for employees to another department  – and take someone else into yours.
6. Model the behavior you want in others: be a great example for those around you.

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