Back to Work: 8 Tips to Regain Energy and Focus

After the holidays, going back to work can feel like a shock. But believe us: the rentrée can also be the perfect moment to restart with more energy, purpose and balance. At Lionesa Business Hub, we believe that working well is also living well, and we want to share 8 practical tips to make this return an opportunity (and not just the end of summer!).

1. 1. Ease back in, don’t rush to catch up

2. It’s natural to want to answer every email or dive straight into pending projects. But that race against time only increases stress. Give yourself breathing space. Prioritise tasks and accept that some things can wait. At Lionesa BH, we believe balance is found in rhythm and not in speed.

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4. 2. Focus on what really matters
   

   After the holidays, everything can feel urgent. But the truth is, it isn’t. At Lionesa Business Hub, we’ve created shared spaces to help you concentrate on what truly matters, whether it’s a meeting room for quick alignments or the quiet of a green corner in our gardens to organise your thoughts. Your productivity depends on choosing what really deserves your energy.

   
   3. Set daily micro-goals
   You don’t need to change the world in September. In fact, big goals can feel overwhelming when you’re just getting back. But if you break them down into micro-goals, you’ll see immediate progress. For example: clear 20 emails at a time instead of your entire inbox, or dedicate 15 minutes to that postponed task. At the end of the day, reward yourself with a walk along the Leça Green Corridor, right next to the campus. You’ll feel lighter and refreshed.
   
   4. Take care of your physical wellbeing
   Without good sleep, healthy meals and movement, it’s hard to perform at your best. The rentrée is the ideal time to get back into good routines. And here at Lionesa BH, you’ve got practical help: the campus restaurants offer healthy options for every taste — from quick, balanced meals to more elaborate choices. A nourishing lunch break might be your best investment in focus.
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   5. Look after your emotional health
   Returning isn’t just physical, it’s also mental. So don’t forget to build in short breaks throughout the day. Pause for a few minutes in the Central Corridor, enjoy a slow coffee, or try 
6. mindful breathing before an important meeting. These small rituals help you recentre and maintain emotional balance. At Lionesa BH, we believe wellbeing isn’t a luxury — it’s a condition for truly sustainable work.
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   6. Create an inspiring workspace
   The space where you work has a direct impact on your motivation. Tidy up your desk, clear away clutter and add small details that bring you joy — a photo, a plant, or a decorative piece. Creativity feeds on inspiration, which is why our campus is full of artistic elements. If you haven’t yet explored it, visit the Open Air Gallery  and let that energy inspire your own space.
8. Did you know?
9. In a business context, the presence of art in the workplace is linked to productivity increases of up to 35% and employee wellbeing improvements of up to 42%.
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    7. Reconnect with your purpose
    After the holidays, it can be hard to find meaning in routine tasks. That’s why it’s important to remember the bigger picture: the impact your work has on your team, your clients, or even the community. At Lionesa BH, we live that purpose every day by building an ecosystem where talent, companies, art and culture meet. When you reconnect with your “why”, returning stops being an obligation and becomes a source of motivation.
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    8. Strengthen bonds with people
    

    Don’t just head straight from your holidays to your desk. Use this moment to reconnect with colleagues, share holiday stories and create new moments together. A lunch at one of the campus restaurants, an afterwork gathering, or even a short walk are great opportunities to strengthen ties. After all, working at Lionesa BH is also about being part of a community where networking happens naturally and effortlessly.

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The rentrée doesn’t have to mean going back to autopilot. You can treat it as a new beginning: a chance to test fresh practices, reset priorities and renew your energy. At Lionesa Business Hub, we believe the future of work happens when productivity, wellbeing and community go hand in hand. And that’s exactly what we want you to find here: a place where returning to work also means returning to what inspires you.

And if you needed some extra motivation, here it is: our marketing team is already preparing the next activities, so don’t miss our updates!