Sleep at work without getting caught- "The world is currently suffering from an epidemic of lack of sleep, so it is worthwhile to allow employees to take a break after lunch during work as the hectic life and the work schedule load leads to a lack of sleep in a person's life," says Kirsti Kaleva, a specialist in Somnology from Helsinki University Hospital.
What would your manager's reaction be upon hearing this advice?
We all wish we could take some
time off at work but are afraid of the repercussions. You may lose your job or
at the very least become the laughingstock of all employees.
So, are there ways to fall
asleep at work without getting caught?
In celebration of World Sleep Day, we've rounded up 9 ways to sleep at work without getting caught.
Build in a Short Nap in Your
Schedule for Lunch Hour
If your lunch break is long
enough and you can nap in your car or at a desk, take advantage of it. The best
way to do this is to pack a lunch so that you don't have to go out on a break,
but if you have to get up and leave the office, try to find an isolated place
where you can take a nap without getting caught.
If you can nap in your car,
make sure there are no windows nearby so people can't see in. If you have an
office with a door, try locking it and napping behind it. You should also use
headphones so no one will hear your snoring.
This is a great way to
recharge yourself during the day if you feel tired or sleepy while working. It
will help keep you more focused on work and less likely to be distracted by
other things like browsing social media. If possible, try not to nap for too
long, though, as this could cause some problems when falling asleep later at
night!
Take Advantage of Boring Meetings
Boring meetings are one of the
great banes of office life. But they can be a godsend if you need to rest but
are worried about sleeping on the job. If you doze off in a meeting, no one
will notice. They'll just think you were bored, like everyone else.
But if the meeting is essential
and you can't afford to miss anything, try this technique instead. Pretend you
are interested in what's being said. Nod now and then. Say something that
sounds like you agree with what the speaker says from time to time. Then, as
soon as you've fooled everyone into thinking you're awake, close your eyes and
go to sleep without missing a word.
Do It with a Friend
You can divide the tasks so
that you only do half the work. This means more time and less stress when
getting work done.
We all know how stressful it
can be when tasks pile up, and that's where delegating tasks is so important to
have others help us.
You can arrange with your
friend to delegate tasks so that you and he can enjoy some rest while working.
And make sure you have an understanding boss, so he doesn't fire you both when
they find out.
Set Up a Comfy Sleep Space
When you're ready to take a
nap, find the farthest place in your office. Make sure it is secluded and
offers privacy.
Find a soft reclining chair,
stool, or empty sofa. If there is no such furniture in your office, go to the
reception area or the hallway. Find an empty, unused desk with a sofa or bench
where you can sleep for 30 minutes.
If you work in an open work
environment, select a meeting room with a door or corner that allows you
privacy so you can take a nap. Then close the blinds and shut the door if
possible. Try using white noise by turning on a fan or air conditioner to mask
sleep noise.
Bring an eye mask, earplugs,
and a travel pillow with you, so they're readily available when you're ready to
take a nap and shut off the distractions of your co-workers and other noise
around you.
Make sure this is done without
prying eyes!
Don't Work Overtime, Take a
Break Instead
If you work overtime, your
brain will be exhausted. That's why many people tend to sleep at work. But
that's not a good way of relieving stress.
It's important to give
yourself a break to have more time to sleep at night, and there will be no need
to sleep at work. In this way, you can get more done with less stress.
Here are some ways to take a
break:
- Listen to
music
- Talk with
your colleagues
- Leave the
office on foot for 10 minutes
Sit Next to Someone You Know
Won't Tell on You
You should close any blinds
visible from the outside, so no one will see you sleeping. You should also
check with colleagues before taking a nap to see if they can cover for you if
anyone comes looking for you while you are asleep.
Don't Nap in Highly Visible
Areas
This sounds logical, but it
should be noted: Find unseen places to sleep and don't go anywhere near the
CEO's office, for example, so that you won't get caught and all employees know
what you've done wrong, and you become that lazy idiot.
Bring A Book to Work
Bring a book or magazine with
you every day when you get to work. You don't need to read it that day; just
keep it there. If you get tired at work during the day and feel like taking a
nap, start reading the book. Keep your eyes on the page, so it looks like
you're reading. The book will help hide your face.
Work Remotely
Working from the office wastes
a lot of time as it can waste an entire day attending meetings. On the other
hand, telecommuting provides more hours to be used to complete accurate work so
that there is more free time that can be used for sleep.
And by that, we don't mean
that you spend all your working hours sleeping; there is work that you are
obligated to do in front of everyone.
You've been caught sleeping at
work. What to do?
Being honest is what you
should do if caught sleeping in the workplace. You are less likely to be fired
if your boss knows the main reasons behind this and knows that you feel upset
about what you did.
Explain the reasons for your
sleep, and do not make excuses! If the reason is personal (such as staying up
late with a sick child), tell your boss without giving too many details, and
assure that it won't happen again. Never blame others for your mistake and
never give incorrect reasons.
It is essential that you take
responsibility for your actions and sincerely apologize for what you did. Offer
solutions to make up for your mistake or avoid it in the future. And stick to
any suggestions made during a meeting with your boss or HR manager.
Conclusion- How to Sleep at
Work Without Getting Caught?
We brought you 9 ways to get
you to sleep at work. Share with us which one you have tried?
And if you have any other ways to get some
rest at work without getting caught, be sure to share them with us in the
comments below!
Your job doesn't quite allow
you to do that? Look for some jobs with companies that allow you to take short
naps at work,