6 Tips for Working In Hot Weather
Workplace

6 Tips for Working In Hot Weather

As the UK declares a national heatwave emergency with temperatures set to exceed the record set in Cambridge in 2019 of 38.7 degrees, we provide some useful tips for getting through a day of work in the sweltering heat. With the huge rise in people working from home, access to industrial-sized, state-of-the-art air-con units for […]

July 17th, 2022
*

Abby.

Founder

A search expert making key hires for over twenty years.

As the UK declares a national heatwave emergency with temperatures set to exceed the record set in Cambridge in 2019 of 38.7 degrees, we provide some useful tips for getting through a day of work in the sweltering heat.

With the huge rise in people working from home, access to industrial-sized, state-of-the-art air-con units for many is not available.

A heatwave can be challenging for all people, but how can you make work a little easier during a heatwave?

 

Here are our favourite tips for working in hot weather:

 

  1. Balance your schedule 🧩

We often put the important tasks off, frantically chasing a deadline. Instead of this, divide your day and tasks into parts to reflect the heat and avoid the most stressful work at the peak of the day’s heat. Being mindful of how the temperature will affect your performance will allow you to add conscious breaks in between tasks which is important day to day, but particularly so in the heat.

 

  1. Cool down your pulse points 🧊

Your pulse points are the places on your body where your blood vessels are close enough to the skin that you can feel your pulse. Due to this proximity, applying cold water or similar to these areas can help to lower the temperature of your blood, helping to cool you down.

Examples of pulse points are your wrists, temples, and the back of your neck.

Ā 

  1. Wear thin, light-coloured, and loose clothes šŸ‘š

Linen and cotton are the best fabrics to wear when it’s warm as they are light and can absorb moisture quickly. Avoid wearing dark colours if you are heading outside as they absorb heat, whereas lighter colours reflect heat instead.

 

  1. Avoid caffeine ā˜•šŸš«

Drinks with caffeine in them, such as tea and coffee, can cause dehydration due to being a mild diuretic. Instead, opt for cold beverages – especially ice water!

Ā 

  1. Have water – often 🚰

It may be obvious, but it’s extremely important. Keeping hydrated when it’s hot ensures your body is replacing the fluids it’s losing from increased sweating. Where possible, always carry a bottle of water with you.

 

  1. Alter your face to face meetings šŸ•’

Can you book meetings for first thing in the morning when you are feeling fresh and rejuvenated after a good night’s sleep? Consider working earlier or later in the day to avoid having to sit at your desk during the middle of the day when temperatures tend to be at their peak. Using the weather forecast can help you make these decisions and avoid working in hot temperatures where possible.

 

Our personal recommendations:

As well as following these tips, having a helping hand is never a bad idea!

 

Here are some devices that Team YB recommend:

Ā 

DIY Aircon!? Yes please! 🤩

Try placing a glass of ice water in front of a fan and switch it on. This will help to create a cooling breeze – replicating the feel of an air-conditioned office!

 

Enjoy the sun! Be careful out there! ā˜€ļø

 

To find out more about how to focus on your brand, get in touch today.
Want to hear about our other articles?
Looking to hire your next superstar?
Keen to explore our latest vacancies?
Yellow Bricks is a female-owned and led executive search firm hiring predominately for software companies with diversity and inclusion at the heart of our offering. To learn more, click here.
Related posts
5 Practical Ways to Beat Imposter Syndrome in 2024

5 Practical Ways to Beat Imposter Syndrome in 2024

How many times have you recently felt that you have lost your career edge? Do you feel like others are more confident and overtaking you to achieve greater success? You are not alone; self-doubt has crept in, and we’re here to help you banish it!   As experienced recruitment specialists, we understand that individuals often […]
6 Gender Biases in the Workplace and How We Can Address Them

6 Gender Biases in the Workplace and How We Can Address Them

As humans, we have biases.   They can be deliberate or unconscious and can impact all areas of society šŸŒ   They stem from stereotypes and assumptions we have about different groups of people.     Why do we rely on stereotypes? We have a conscious and unconscious mind that works in two different ways. […]
4 Leadership Skills That Will Turbocharge Your Career in 2023

4 Leadership Skills That Will Turbocharge Your Career in 2023

Yellow Bricks Search dives into the latest and largest global study on leadership skills to show you what you’ve got to grow, where to start, and why it’s all important in 2023. Whether you’re looking to boost your career by getting that next promotion or a new role outside your company, one way to go […]
The Benefits of Team Lunches

The Benefits of Team Lunches

When it’s time for lunch, do you eat at your desk? 🄪 For most people, this is the case. Over 60% of workers say that they eat lunch at their desks. A lunch break should be a break from work to have lunch. Some of us are still not allowing ourselves or feeling able to […]
UK employment law changes

UK employment law changes

UK Employment Law Changes: What Businesses Need to Know Labour’s proposed UK employment law changes have been described as a ā€œonce-in-a-generationā€ shift that will significantly impact employers and employees across the country. These reforms aim to strengthen workers’ rights from day one of employment, with major updates to sick pay, maternity leave, and unfair dismissal […]
Unlocking Opportunities: Labour’s New Deal for Working People

Unlocking Opportunities: Labour’s New Deal for Working People

As the political landscape undergoes significant changes, employers and human resource professionals are closely monitoring the Labour Party’s firm commitment to overhaul employment rights early in their tenure. Within the first 100 days of taking office, the party has pledged to enact comprehensive reforms.   This initiative stems from the party’s critical assessment of current […]
Has the Great Resignation only just begun?

Has the Great Resignation only just begun?

Is the regular news of The Great Resignation starting to break our psychological contract? Do our people really believe the grass is greener on the other side and what can we do to acknowledge where we might have got some things wrong?
Employee Engagement and the Human Connection

Employee Engagement and the Human Connection

The Crucial Role of Human Connection: Strategies to Enhance Team Dynamics, Employee Engagement and Productivity The significance of employee engagement and the human connection cannot be overstated in an era where the workplace is continuously reshaped by technology and shifting employee preferences. Understanding the balance between remote work and in-person collaboration is crucial for business […]
Yellow Bricks – Unlocking Success with Executive Search Headhunters

Yellow Bricks – Unlocking Success with Executive Search Headhunters

Our boutique executive search agency specialises in providing seamless head hunter talent solutions. We identify and attract the best candidates to help you grow your business
Abby’s Takeaways from London Tech Week

Abby’s Takeaways from London Tech Week

Last month, I had the pleasure of attending London Tech Week. I really felt it should have been called UK Tech Week to represent the huge amount of talented Tech organisations flourishing across the country. With over 6000 in attendance, it was great to be in a room with so many like-minded tech enthusiasts.   […]

People. Culture. Growth.