Is this compatible, too? The idea that “hobbies help work”
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Many people come to this blog with keywords such as “work” and “hobby. It is difficult to balance hobbies and work, and one of the first things that comes to mind is “being able to secure time for hobbies outside of work. Because time is limited, “securing time” is a difficult issue, including work and hobbies.
Today, let’s take a look at “work” and “hobbies” from a different perspective! This is the theme.
Thinking in Connections, Not Separations
I’m sure there are a lot of people who, when immersed in a hobby, have thought to themselves, “I wish this could be a job…”. I think about it all the time.
But.
It does not directly translate into work, but the skills we cultivate in our hobby are skills that can be applied tremendously to our work!
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Putting it to work
Here are some hobbies and work application scenarios.
curiosity
Types of Hobbies: For example, people who enjoy reading and watching movies may have a strong curiosity about new information and trends. This curiosity can be used to quickly catch up on information and other information, which can then be used to propose new ideas and share them within the company for business purposes.
Application Scenes: A situation where a new concept is created in planning and development or creative work.
problem-solving ability
concrete example: People who enjoy solving puzzles and riddles have the ability to break down complex problems into smaller pieces and solve them. It is easy for them to find new solutions to problems and issues at work by using their analytical skills and flexible thinking.
Application Scenes: Planning and design, data analysis, troubleshooting, and other situations where problem solving is required.
teamwork
concrete example: People who have team-oriented hobbies, such as sports or band activities, naturally develop teamwork and leadership skills. This is likely to apply to project teams and group work in the workplace. The ability to cooperate and communicate smoothly with others is likely to contribute to the success of a project.
Application Scenes: Project management and meeting facilitation in teams.
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(powers of) concentration
concrete example: People who have hobbies that require concentrated effort, such as crafts and model making, have a high ability to focus on a single task at work, paying close attention to details. They perform well in jobs that require detailed checking and delicate work.
Application Scenes: Document preparation, design work, precise data entry and analysis.
maintaining motivation
concrete example: If you are a music hobbyist, listening to your favorite songs during your workday can motivate you and keep you focused. Alternatively, getting involved in an industry or project related to your hobby can increase your passion for the work itself.
Application Scenes: Adopt it as a refreshing way to improve work efficiency or connect it to work in the music industry or creative field.
creativity
concrete example: People with creative hobbies such as painting, photography, and writing can incorporate their creative abilities into their work. When creating advertisements and presentation materials, visually appealing designs and expressions can be used to enhance the quality of work.
concrete example: If you have an efficient schedule that allows you to make time for your hobbies even when you are busy, you can apply your time management skills to your work. By completing tasks efficiently in a short amount of time, you can improve your work productivity while still having free time for yourself.
Application Scenes: A project with an imminent deadline or a situation in which multiple tasks must be carried out at the same time.
Hobby skills can be used at work more than you might think.
Hobbies are something you like to do, so even if you have the ability, you may not realize it. It has become “natural” to you, and you may not realize that you are good at it. By changing your perspective or talking to others about your hobbies, you may find yourself saying, “As per…”. It is not always possible to do what you like completely at work, but if you can “balance” your hobby and work from the perspective of utilizing what you are good at at work, your work will be more enjoyable! It may be possible. Please take stock of your abilities and give it a try!