How to make the most of your back to office
We know how you feel. Summer always seems to end too quickly, and it’s normal to miss the sea or the freedom of vacation days.
But don’t get discouraged — we’re sure the year ahead will bring you new projects and great satisfaction. The key is to work with balance and, above all, to keep your motivation and consistency high.
Have you thought about a strategy to kick-start your return after the holidays? No? Don’t worry — we’ve got some tips for you.
Starting fresh in September
1. Take 1–2 days just to reflect on your work: what’s working, what’s not, which clients to keep, and which concrete goals to set.
2. Plan your week in themed time slots and group activities by category (emails, calls, creativity). Batching eliminates multitasking and boosts focus.
3. Block fixed time slots in your calendar for sports, meditation, or family. These moments become anchors of well-being — essential to handle more intense periods.
4. Instead of cold-contacting new prospects, create value “in reverse”: write short free analyses, give feedback, or share personalized insights on your potential clients’ content (a comment on LinkedIn, an email with a practical suggestion).
5. Host a 30-minute online meeting on a hyper-specific topic in your field (not just another generic webinar).
6. Identify companies or professionals who aren’t your direct clients but already work with them (e.g., consultants, tech partners, suppliers). Building relationships with these “gatekeepers” opens more doors in less time — without endless cold calling.
Our bonus tip
If you don’t have many contacts yet in September, don’t worry. Take advantage of this month to refine your communication, reach out to that old client who never decided to start a project, or create free resources that strengthen your reputation.
Restarting doesn’t just mean filling your calendar — it means choosing the right projects, with the right clients, and building a system that lasts over time.
With NOTONLYDESK, going back to work is never just routine: you can choose every day where you work best — in a coworking space near home, a creative hub, or a new city. One single pass, dozens of locations, and maximum flexibility to turn your back to office into an opportunity.
