Goofing-off time

Did you get some goofing-off time today? I did, even though I was stuck in meetings most of the days. But after those meetings, I really needed some mindless surfing... I usually feel a little bit ashamed doing it. Especially since everybody walking by my computer can see what I’m doing. But on the flip side I work with the Internet so I need to be updated on the latest things... Scott Baradell at Marketing Profs Daily Fix has found other reasons why we should be goofing off.

Bits of Web flotsam to remind us that the big project we're working on is (shhh, don't tell anyone) not actually brain surgery.

This kind of goofing off is good for your mental health -- and, I would argue, your career as well.

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All three very good reasons, with number one is my favourite. No matter how important your task or project is getting a bit of perspective on things help. Remember the old saying can’t see the forest for all the trees?! Well, by goofing off for a couple of minutes you will... So here’s to all of us goofing off out there – Do it with a clear conscience. It’s good for you!