National Make Lunch Count Day
By joining National Make Lunch Count Day on April 13th, we have a chance to stop a trend that has been affecting the United States.
The majority of Americans' employees suffer from "FOLO" – also known as a "Fear of Lunching Out" in a recent report by TGI Fridays. Many employees eat lunch at their desk at least twice a week (73%), while one-third have lunch at their desk every day of the week. Lunching out is no longer a problem any longer!
Taking a break from the workday raises productivity. That includes taking a lunch break.' Leaving the office or even your desk for 20-30 minutes to refuel also reinvigorates your creative juices. Our brains and bodies need a break every day. If you return, you'll be refreshed and ready for new concepts and approaches to whatever your career takes your way.
This year, the observance is here to eliminate FOLO and help American employees improve their creativity and productivity.
Learn how to celebrate #nationalmakelunchcountday
- FOLO's cycle is broken. Get away from your computer and away from your computer
- Join your coworkers and enjoy a real lunch with stimulating discussion
- Share your favorite ways to make lunch count and promote them with your coworkers
- Don't just do it today; do it every day!! To post on social media, use the hashtag #NationalMakeLunchCount.com
The national make lunch count day is the longest in national make lunch count day history
In order to encourage American employees to get away from their desks for lunch, TGI Fridays introduced National Make Lunch Count Day in 2016.
Lunch FAQ
What are some simple ways to break the ice over lunch?
A. Finding out your coworkers can be frustrating at times. The following are examples of great conversation starters:::
- What was the best movie you watched last year?
- What skill do you wish you had but don't have?
- Where will it be if you were to travel anywhere in the world right now?
- Everyone has at least one talent What's yours?
What can I do to prevent myself from getting bogged down when I return to my desk?
A. Include fresh vegetables and lean proteins with your lunch. Restaurant portions tend to be oversized, so cut your plate in half and take the rest home for supper. Finally, drink water or tea instead of carbonated beverages.
