From Coffee to Code: How Daily Rituals Shape Our Success at Scale Final
The motion of work-life balance is not popular just because we all have that neurotic part of us that, if not reminded, can bury us in work to get more done. It’s not because we do it for our own good, the good of our physical and mental health. It’s a popular motion because the companies that think about the health of their employees are more successful in the long run. Thus, for a company to find a balance with each individual employee between their professional duties and their personal time.
At Scale Final, we too believe in the power of finding the right balance to create a supportive and successful work environment.
We also believe that there is no limit to improvement, and we are constantly on a journey to get to know our employees better. When we know them better, we also know how to create better conditions for them so that our results are better and we are more resilient as a team.
We recently hired a Happiness Manager to make sure everyone gets what they need, but also to collect and analyze data to continuously assess the impact of our joint offering. Anton has conducted a study on the interests of our employees so that we can launch more community-building activities tailored to their interests.
In this text, we give you a general overview of our interests, how some of them become rituals and how this affects our business success. I have chosen to divide these rituals into a morning-day-evening framework and then add how this influences the entity called “Scale Final”.
Morning rituals: Activating the Mind and Body
How we start our day sets the tone for the hours that follow. For some of us, such as myself, a morning workout is key to kick-starting the brain, as science proves the benefits of exercise for cognitive clarity and energy. Others may find peace and contentment in meditation or yoga, which also aligns with studies highlighting their stress-reducing and concentration-boosting effects.
Daytime rituals: With or without music
As soon as the working day begins, our routines are different. Silence is worth its weight in gold for those who require deep concentration, research supports the idea that certain types of music or ambient noise can stimulate faster and more innovative thinking. Whether it’s the quiet of a noise-free room or the motivational boost of a playlist, the key to our productivity lies in finding what best enhances our concentration. Vladyslav’s playlist of soundtracks for competitive games could be considered unconventional, but it’s backed by research that suggests certain types of music can increase alertness and improve the ability to complete tasks faster.
These different preferences reflect a universal truth: there is no one-size-fits-all strategy, even for productivity. Embracing our differences is key to fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace. Good thing we don’t have to conform, because Scale Final manages remote teams across Europe (link).
Evening rituals: unwinding
Relaxing after a busy day is just as important as the work itself. Activities such as playing, sports or spending time with pets not only help us to relax, but also play an important role in mental health. Studies show that leisure activities can significantly reduce stress and improve overall emotional well-being, allowing us to recover for the next day. There has also been the idea of taking one lazy day a week to switch off (link). So take the opportunity to take a deep breath in this fast-paced world.
Our common thread: A commitment to culture and community
What unites us at Scale Final is not just our individual routines, but our shared commitment to a work culture that embraces diversity in work habits. By recognizing and supporting everyone’s best practices for success, we create an inclusive, innovative and productive environment.
