As much as we all love our careers, getting into the groove again after some time off over the New Year can be a little challenging.
Whether you’re faced with a mountain of paperwork or a project that’s going nowhere, beating the January blues is vital when it comes to getting back into the flow, especially in the dynamic pharmaceutical microbiology industry.
Need some extra motivation? In this article, we’re exploring some tips and tricks microbiologists can use to ramp up their workflow at the start of 2025 and beyond.
Read the Latest Research
No matter which area or pharmaceutical microbiology you work in, reading the latest research and industry news is a great way to inspire and inform yourself during challenging periods.
For many, seeing how other professionals work and learning about cutting-edge findings helps them become more excited about their work. After all, most microbiology careers started with that initial spark of enthusiasm!
Reflect On Your Goals
Setting goals and New Years resolutions might feel a bit cliche, but it can genuinely help you get motivated when faced with January work.
Consider what went well last year and what you enjoyed most and see how you can replicate these positive results again in the future.
Optimise Your Workflow
Optimising your workflow might sound like corporate jargon at first. However, taking a few moments to cut down admin time will make your life easier in the office or lab.
You can improve your workflow by:
- Embracing the latest technology and automated systems (for both admin and lab testing)
- Organising your lab layout or desk space
- Setting time to file paperwork, reports, or complete admin each week
Connect With Your Colleagues
After some time off, it’s always helpful to get together with your team or colleagues and reflect together on the last year and future plans.
Not only does this ensure everyone’s on the same page, but it also strengthens bonds and provides casual small talk time. Love it or hate it, social connections strengthen emotional well-being and contribute to good mental health.
So, embrace the water cooler chat this January!
Happy New Year From Pharmig!
The New Year is here, and Pharmig is here to support your pharmaceutical microbiology career for yet another year.
From upcoming webinars to in-person meetings, our 2025 calendar is already full of professional networking events and training sessions to supplement your own professional practice. Learn more about upcoming meetings here.
We also provide online training for cleaning and disinfection of cleanrooms, gowning for non-sterlie facilities, and other topics to ensure your team is ready for excellence. See the Pharmig online training courses here.
Or you might be interested in joining the Pharmig membership scheme in 2025. Pharmig members have more networking opportunities, access to meetings and training courses, exclusive web resources, and more perks and opportunities. Discover the benefits of joining now.
