Jun 16, 2021 Here are some habits you can add to your routine to get you to a better place and make work a bit less miserable. Practice Gratitude.You don’t have to be “thankful just to have a job” like your mom keeps on telling you but you should be more grateful. Performance coach Keith Hodges says to try and simply “be thankful for the opportunity to perform at a high level every day.” This mindset will bring some much-needed positivity back into your life. Stay Competitive.Start making your own performance goals and celebrating your victories. Hodges says people that make this a habit “usually have the highest performance in a professional environment.” Competing with yourself is a great way to build your confidence and boost your satisfaction at the same time.