How to Recharge After Work
6 March 2009
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Text: Sports, music, painting are all ways to revitalize yourself.
Whatever distraction you prefer, the important thing is to know how to determine the right times to unwind by listening to your body and mind.
Some managers turn their hobbies into a real activity.
"There's an appointment I can't miss for anything in the world: my nanbudo sessions two to three times a week. I even go to Spain for training seminars. How do I do it? Simply, I schedule it in my agenda just like I would schedule a client visit. Given the infernal pace we lead, it is essential for me to recharge myself in martial arts," explains Abdelali Fahim, CEO of the IT services company Intellia, current president of the Center of Young Leaders (CJD) and... confirmed karateka! He has been a fifth-dan black belt in nanbudo since last year. He has also been vice-president of the International Nanbudo Federation since 2004. This doesn't prevent him from managing his professional life quite normally.
The same goes for Meriem Bennani, who has had a passion for the violin since she was young and cannot help but attend her music lessons. "After 7 pm, I change my executive suit for that of a musician. I practice the violin for two sessions a week and so far I haven't deviated from the rule," she explains.
Like these managers, more and more executives and senior executives are pursuing their passions after work, during the week or on weekends, in the city or outside, at home or even at work. Executives from a large local company even claim to have repeatedly heard their boss play a few saxophone tunes in the office during the lunch break, like former US President Bill Clinton.
Closer to home, we know that Karim Zaz, the boss of Wana, is a confirmed parachutist, and that he practices this sport quite assiduously. He is also a member of the Marrakech parachute club. Tarik Ibrahimi, CEO of Comanav, has fun with marathons and other endurance races. As for Jelloul Ayed, CEO of BMCE Bank, he has shown his talents as a composer, setting the epic of Hannibal to music. His work, "Hannibal Barca," was performed on February 19 by the Philharmonic Orchestra of Morocco.
Combining work and passion goes hand in hand for some
Paid or not, there are many ways to escape. Many managers also opt for tennis or golf, often so they can also talk business after a set or a few holes. Certainly, the setting is often pleasant, but there are those who wouldn't want to mix leisure and business in the same setting for anything in the world. This is the case for Abderrahmane Ouardane, for whom the break must be total. "When you do sports or another activity to get back in shape, you have to go all out. I sometimes isolate myself for days in my workshop to paint canvases," he says.
For some, combining business and passion goes hand in hand. Farid Bensaid, CEO of Ténor Group, violinist, founder of the Philharmonic Orchestra of Morocco and the International School of Music and Dance, is a perfect illustration. In any case, leading both activities in parallel does not scare him. "A musical group is also managed like a company. It has a budget and an annual program. Of course, one activity can be done at the expense of the other, but they are always complementary. Moreover, they have in common flexibility, autonomy and creativity," he says.
Sport is the best anti-stress remedy
It can't be said enough, sport is undoubtedly one of the best anti-stress remedies and, very often, costs almost nothing to practitioners. If some clubs are very selective, you can always turn to fitness centers. And why not hiking or jogging? "I frequently participate in hikes. It's a special time to reconnect with calm, serenity and especially to be away from environmental and noise pollution. I find that we live in a rather noisy environment. After a sporting weekend, you come back to the office in top form, both physically and mentally," points out Mohammed Benjelloun, an auditor in a firm. Sometimes this passion pushes him to the extreme. "Sometimes we organize excursions on Mount Toubkal. It's physically demanding, but you come out revitalized," he adds. Moreover, it is accepted that outdoor sports practice is even healthier than in closed environments. For those who don't want to test their bodies too much, there are many other activities that allow you to recharge, to forget the daily routine of the office. Cinema, music, painting, sculpture have more and more followers, and some executives often make it a second life that allows them to clear their heads, especially since they practice it without constraint. Others, much less enterprising, prefer the pub or the local bar. "To de-stress, nothing like a good time in a trendy bar. It allows you to talk about something else, to meet people," explains a night owl.
In short, whatever your preferences, the important thing is to know how to step back in time to relieve your neurons. But, apart from hobbies, family remains an inexhaustible source of revitalization.
Zoom: Jogging, trekking, humanitarian actions or card games: you have the choice
Sport, in all its forms, remains a good way to free your mind and counteract stress. Breaking away from work allows you to release new energy and enthusiasm to return to a better mental and physical level. Today, the trend is towards trekking and other hikes. Many associations have emerged, such as Rando Maroc. They offer circuits throughout the country. Marathons for professionals, but also sports raids (such as the Transmarocaine) which also offer the possibility of enjoying pleasant stays in unusual places to recharge. Executives of an older age who can no longer practice endurance sports can always opt for jogging at least twice a week. Apart from sport, you can engage in cultural activities such as music, literature, writing, reading or even DIY. Similarly, you can join humanitarian organizations or engage in civic actions. Besides breaking away from your usual activity, these activities always constitute a source of personal enrichment. It is possible to register in sports clubs to engage in card games (bridge, poker...). This allows you to make new acquaintances, to combine business with pleasure in a way. Thinking about something else allows you to let off steam and release the tension that is within you. Note that it is not recommended to use the computer outside of working hours; it is physically exhausting.
Posted online March 6, 2009
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Whatever distraction you prefer, the important thing is to know how to determine the right times to unwind by listening to your body and mind.
Some managers turn their hobbies into a real activity.
"There's an appointment I can't miss for anything in the world: my nanbudo sessions two to three times a week. I even go to Spain for training seminars. How do I do it? Simply, I schedule it in my agenda just like I would schedule a client visit. Given the infernal pace we lead, it is essential for me to recharge myself in martial arts," explains Abdelali Fahim, CEO of the IT services company Intellia, current president of the Center of Young Leaders (CJD) and... confirmed karateka! He has been a fifth-dan black belt in nanbudo since last year. He has also been vice-president of the International Nanbudo Federation since 2004. This doesn't prevent him from managing his professional life quite normally.
The same goes for Meriem Bennani, who has had a passion for the violin since she was young and cannot help but attend her music lessons. "After 7 pm, I change my executive suit for that of a musician. I practice the violin for two sessions a week and so far I haven't deviated from the rule," she explains.
Like these managers, more and more executives and senior executives are pursuing their passions after work, during the week or on weekends, in the city or outside, at home or even at work. Executives from a large local company even claim to have repeatedly heard their boss play a few saxophone tunes in the office during the lunch break, like former US President Bill Clinton.
Closer to home, we know that Karim Zaz, the boss of Wana, is a confirmed parachutist, and that he practices this sport quite assiduously. He is also a member of the Marrakech parachute club. Tarik Ibrahimi, CEO of Comanav, has fun with marathons and other endurance races. As for Jelloul Ayed, CEO of BMCE Bank, he has shown his talents as a composer, setting the epic of Hannibal to music. His work, "Hannibal Barca," was performed on February 19 by the Philharmonic Orchestra of Morocco.
Combining work and passion goes hand in hand for some
Paid or not, there are many ways to escape. Many managers also opt for tennis or golf, often so they can also talk business after a set or a few holes. Certainly, the setting is often pleasant, but there are those who wouldn't want to mix leisure and business in the same setting for anything in the world. This is the case for Abderrahmane Ouardane, for whom the break must be total. "When you do sports or another activity to get back in shape, you have to go all out. I sometimes isolate myself for days in my workshop to paint canvases," he says.
For some, combining business and passion goes hand in hand. Farid Bensaid, CEO of Ténor Group, violinist, founder of the Philharmonic Orchestra of Morocco and the International School of Music and Dance, is a perfect illustration. In any case, leading both activities in parallel does not scare him. "A musical group is also managed like a company. It has a budget and an annual program. Of course, one activity can be done at the expense of the other, but they are always complementary. Moreover, they have in common flexibility, autonomy and creativity," he says.
Sport is the best anti-stress remedy
It can't be said enough, sport is undoubtedly one of the best anti-stress remedies and, very often, costs almost nothing to practitioners. If some clubs are very selective, you can always turn to fitness centers. And why not hiking or jogging? "I frequently participate in hikes. It's a special time to reconnect with calm, serenity and especially to be away from environmental and noise pollution. I find that we live in a rather noisy environment. After a sporting weekend, you come back to the office in top form, both physically and mentally," points out Mohammed Benjelloun, an auditor in a firm. Sometimes this passion pushes him to the extreme. "Sometimes we organize excursions on Mount Toubkal. It's physically demanding, but you come out revitalized," he adds. Moreover, it is accepted that outdoor sports practice is even healthier than in closed environments. For those who don't want to test their bodies too much, there are many other activities that allow you to recharge, to forget the daily routine of the office. Cinema, music, painting, sculpture have more and more followers, and some executives often make it a second life that allows them to clear their heads, especially since they practice it without constraint. Others, much less enterprising, prefer the pub or the local bar. "To de-stress, nothing like a good time in a trendy bar. It allows you to talk about something else, to meet people," explains a night owl.
In short, whatever your preferences, the important thing is to know how to step back in time to relieve your neurons. But, apart from hobbies, family remains an inexhaustible source of revitalization.
Zoom: Jogging, trekking, humanitarian actions or card games: you have the choice
Sport, in all its forms, remains a good way to free your mind and counteract stress. Breaking away from work allows you to release new energy and enthusiasm to return to a better mental and physical level. Today, the trend is towards trekking and other hikes. Many associations have emerged, such as Rando Maroc. They offer circuits throughout the country. Marathons for professionals, but also sports raids (such as the Transmarocaine) which also offer the possibility of enjoying pleasant stays in unusual places to recharge. Executives of an older age who can no longer practice endurance sports can always opt for jogging at least twice a week. Apart from sport, you can engage in cultural activities such as music, literature, writing, reading or even DIY. Similarly, you can join humanitarian organizations or engage in civic actions. Besides breaking away from your usual activity, these activities always constitute a source of personal enrichment. It is possible to register in sports clubs to engage in card games (bridge, poker...). This allows you to make new acquaintances, to combine business with pleasure in a way. Thinking about something else allows you to let off steam and release the tension that is within you. Note that it is not recommended to use the computer outside of working hours; it is physically exhausting.
Posted online March 6, 2009
lavieeco.com
