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Facebook Friday | 06.25.21

Friday afternoon comes and the buzz starts to build. The weekend is finally here. Rest and relaxation are top of mind. Maybe you have a trip ahead of you. But somehow weekends have a way of coming and going while leaving you even more tired Monday than you were on Friday.

The key to a productive weekend is not just escaping from the workday activity, but to actually free the mind of stress and responsibility. A full weekend of partying may feel good at the moment, but the realities of work pressures will return full force early Monday morning, possibly just after midnight.

To help you get the most energy from your weekend, I offer nine ways to help your mind and soul rebuild. Even if you devote just a few non-party hours to these activities, you'll get restorative rest while readying for the week to come.

1. Contemplate your preferred future.

People spend much of their week focused on other people. The weekend can be a great time to focus on yourself, your needs, and your desires. The future, especially an uncertain one, can be very scary. But you have to decide at some point what you want out of yours. A weekend provides the perfect amount of down time to take a walk or sit and contemplate what your preferred future might really look like. A little self-clarification can go a long way toward freeing your mind.

2. Organize something.

Do you come home on Friday only to be faced with clutter? It's not only unsightly but also a reminder of your disorganization and lack of personal time. Sometimes it seems impossible to find the time to clean and organize that gigantic stack of papers, mail, or laundry, but the weekend is the perfect time to set aside a few hours to clear the mess. It may seem like work, but something as simple as organizing the files on your desk can reset your mind come Monday. Clean something big and you'll feel accomplished and relieved. You might even find something important you had been looking for.

3. Rekindle a romance.

The workweek can really take a toll on personal lives. Relationships can be a big casualty of work pressure Monday through Friday. Use the weekend to unleash your romantic side. Instead of rushing through from activity to activity, plan special time to pay attention to your significant other. Structure time to relax and really listen to each other. Starting the week is much easier when you feel the love and support at home.

4. Read an inspiring book.

How many books do you have sitting on your shelves that are still unread? Many people acquire great books with the best intentions of actually consuming what is written in them, but then fall behind in actually getting them read. Many of these great books can be read in a weekend. Find some good light, a comfortable chair, and dig in. You can be entertained and inspired and actually learn something.

5. Completely detach with a binge-watch.

The brain really takes a beating throughout the week. With heavy problem solving, calculating, analyzing … sometimes your mind just needs to sit idle. It's hard for me to rest my mind when nothing is happening. Work just creeps in, so I use TV. I love that I can binge-watch a whole series in a day or two. The story lines fill my brain and let me rest my mind. Hanging on the sofa with the poodle and watching The Sopranos is a perfect form of relaxation.

6. Bond with your family.

Not every family provides a pleasant break from work, but if you actually like your family and can't get enough time with them, the properly planned weekend can be a great emotional boost. Don't just leave it to chance that people will enjoy the time together. Families are full of needs and personalities. Add a little structure so everyone has a fun and fulfilling experience. Otherwise, the family baggage will add to the Monday stress.

7. Go on a staycation.

How much do you really know about your town? People often take for granted the natural beauty and cultural benefits of their own city or neighborhood. You chose to live in a location for a reason, so now make use of all it has to offer. Gaining pride in your own community helps build a strong emotional incentive to help you manage through the week so you can come home for the next weekend.

8. Do a creative project.

So much of the work during the week is mundane and boring. You need to reactivate your creative mind. Make a video. Do an art project. Explore a museum. Paint some graffiti. Just do something that uses your right brain. Engage the muse and let her add some more color to your life so you can brighten the week.

9. Completely unplug from electronics.

If you are like me, you are overly plugged in. My smartphone is constantly handy right next to my laptop. I am constantly texting, emailing, writing, surfing, responding, etc. Sometimes it's overload from endless e-mails, Facebook invitations, a TV binge-watch that's gone too long. And I'm not even a gamer. Our electronics can really distract us from the more important things in life. Especially the ones we don't always have time for during the week. Even workouts are tethered with earphones and an iPod. Turn them all off. Go unplugged for 24 hours. Get to know the sound of quiet, darkness, and nature with no artificial stimuli. You might be surprised what you witness.

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Take the June Safety Quiz!

Junes' Safety Quiz is up and running! The topic this month is Ladder Safety.

All Active field-level employees have a chance to win a prize every quarter. All you have to do is take the quiz.

If you correctly answer the questions, you will be entered into a quarterly raffle for company SWAG.

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The final Leadership Live of Quarter 2 was last week! If you need to catch up (and want to earn a pin), watch all three sessions below!

As a reminder, if you did not attend the live webinars, please answer the three questions at the end of each video. After completing the questions, email your answers to marketing@provantage-corp.com to receive credit!

April Session - Personal Finance: Budgeting, Saving, Investing, and Credit Repair

May Session - Wellness: Nutrition, Self-Care, Mental Health, Overcoming Burnout, and More

June Session - Cybersecurity and Internet Safety

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ProTalk: Word of the Month

Hey, team! If you haven't heard, our company podcast, ProTalk with Scott Medeiros, is live on Spotify.

To help promote engagement, we included a segment called Word of the Month.

Here's how it works:

At a random point in each episode, the guest will pick a word, any word, to be the Word of the Month. 

For the following month, until the release of the next episode, there will be a survey in the ProDaily where you can submit the Word of the Month. But, be quick! Because the first 3 listeners to submit the Word of the Month will win one ProVantage swag item.

Good luck & enjoy the podcast!

**NOTE: If you submitted the survey before Monday, June 7, please resubmit your answers and write "#2" next to your name (we experienced some technical difficulties). Sorry for the inconvenience.**

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Didn't read May's edition of the Insider? No worries! Click the button below for all your ProV news.

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If you know someone who would be a great fit for ProVantage, have them apply today. We believe that the people in the best position to recommend a new employee are those already a part of our team!

Here's everything you need to know:
 

Referral Bonus Payout:

$50 for EACH Field Representative You Refer

$100 for EACH Skilled Applicant You Refer (LIT, ASST Lead, Carpenter Assistant)

$150 for EACH Management Level Employee You Refer (Lead, Carpenter, Manager)

Qualifications:

Average grades of 3.0 or higher are required and the reward is granted after the new employee works 200 hours.

Don't Forget to Bring Your Own Tools!

Tools are an essential aspect of your job at ProVantage, so don't forget to come prepared! Please show up to work every day with all of the following equipment (listed below & pictured above), and remember: it's your responsibility to buy tools.

What to bring: Tape Measure, Box Cutter, Rubber Mallet, Screwdrivers, Basic Socket Set, Slip Joint & Angle Cut Pliers, Cordless Power Drill, Level, and Steel Toe Boots.

*If you need to borrow a tool from a coworker, please ask beforehand and remember to return it*

Don't know where to buy tools at an affordable price? Let us know! Email marketing@provantage-corp.com, and we'll point you toward vendors with affordable equipment.

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Check out this terrific deal on lodging from Wyndham Hotels & Resorts!

Attached you'll find a flyer offering a 10% discount for ProVantage employees. To receive the discount, visit WyndhamHotels.com and use the Corporate Code 1000054787 or call (877) 999-3223 and ask for the discount associated with ProVantage Corporate Solutions.

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Here's an exciting new offer from Red Roof Inn!

Attached you will find an updated flyer showing the 20% discount Red Roof is now offering our employees for both personal and business travel. Feel free to reach out to Denice Fleshman to secure even lower rates. Her contact information is listed below.

Also, Red Roof is raffling off a $50 AMAZON gift card to TWO lucky ProVantage Merchandisers that stay at any Red Roof location (Red Roof Inn, Red Roof PLUS+, The Red Collection, or HomeTowne Studios by Red Roof) between 4/1/21 and 6/30/21.

Once ProVantage Merchandisers collectively use 300 rooms at Red Roof during the dates listed above, Red Roof will award a THIRD $50 AMAZON gift card.

Let’s continue to be financially savvy when booking hotel stays during your assignments!

Denice Fleshman:

(540) 522-4317

dfleshman@redroof.com

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Attention Simi Valley Employees:

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Thousand Oaks--Newbury Park is now offering ProVantage employees a rate of $84.00 for the duration of this project! It also includes Wake Up on the Brightside Breakfast, complimentary parking, and complimentary internet access.

This rate can be obtained by booking online using our corporate code or calling the reservation line @ (800) 407-9832.

Please feel free to reach out to us if there are any additional questions or concerns. 

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