7 Ways to Look Busy at Work While Netflix-ing #14

Let's be real—we've all been there.

That moment when your favorite character is about to reveal the big secret, your stomach's in knots, and the "Next Episode" button is practically begging to be clicked.

The spreadsheets can wait, but these plot twists?

They're time-sensitive stuff. And hey, if we're spending 40+ hours a week at work, catching an episode or two between tasks isn't just entertainment—it's basic self-care.

At least that's what I tell myself while mastering the art of the alt-tab shuffle

Here's your guide to maintaining peak productivity appearance while catching up on your favorite series:

1. The Alt-Tab Dance Master

Perfect the lightning-fast alt-tab switch. Keep that spreadsheet or random code page ready to go.

2. The "Deep in Thought" Performance

Master the furrowed brow and slight head nod while watching.

If someone asks what you're working on, slowly look up and say, "Just analyzing these patterns..."

They don't need to know the patterns are in your favorite character's questionable decision-making.

3. The Spreadsheet Decoy

Keep an impossibly complex Excel sheet open on your second monitor.

Nobody wants to ask questions about a spreadsheet that looks like it could explain the meaning of life.

4. The Strategic Headphones

Wear headphones and occasionally nod like you're in a very important virtual meeting.

If anyone asks, you're "listening to a crucial industry podcast."

The crucial industry? Entertainment, obviously.

5. The Mouse Jiggler

Not the actual software (that's too risky), but rather the occasional mouse movement to keep your Teams status green.

Time it with dramatic moments in your show—multitasking at its finest!

6. The "Research Phase" Defense

Keep a notebook handy and occasionally scribble something down.

If questioned, explain you're "researching consumer behavior patterns."

Is binge-watching an entire season not the ultimate consumer behavior study?

7. The Emergency Protocol

For true emergencies, set up a virtual background of you looking busy for video calls.

When your boss video-calls unexpectedly, you can pretend your camera is glitching while you frantically make yourself presentable.

Bonus Ninja Moves:

• Name your Netflix tab something work-related like "Annual_Reports_2024"

• Keep relevant work terms up in your chat status

• Master the art of summarizing episodes as "project milestones"

• Learn the exact time it takes for your computer to go into "away" status

👉 Follow me for more work-life balance tips! Because being productive doesn't mean you can't enjoy your day.

Sometimes that means mastering the art of multitasking—even if one of those tasks is finding out who the killer is in your favorite crime drama! 😉

Pro Tip: Use these powers wisely. With great Netflix-ing ability comes great responsibility to actually get your work done... eventually! 🎬💼