Instant Alert: 9 things to do on Sunday night to set yourself up for a successful week

MANAGE SUBSCRIPTIONS   |   UNSUBSCRIBE   |   VIEW ONLINE   9 things to do on Sunday night to set yourself up for a successful week by Jacquelyn Smith on Nov 15, 2015, 4:00 PM Most people will tell you they don't look forward to Sunday evenings. In fact, a 2013 poll conducted by Monster.com found that a whopping 78% of surveyed adults worldwide experience the "Sunday night blues" on a regular basis. Even if you love your job and typically look forward to getting back into the swing of things, "it's easy to feel a bit of trepidation on Sundays about the stresses waiting for you on Monday morning," writes Laura Vanderkam in her book "What The Most Successful People Do On The Weekend." But there are some things you can do that will not only make your Sunday night more enjoyable, but can also set you up for a more productive and successful week. SEE ALSO: The 27 jobs that are most damaging to your health Spend quality time with your family, friends, and significant other. Successful people know that their weeks will be jammed and that they are likely to be unavailable, says Roy Cohen, a career coach and author of "The Wall Street Professional's Survival Guide." So they make the most of their Sunday nights by spending time with their loved ones.  This way, you won't have to feel stressed or guilty about not having so much time to spend with your loved ones throughout the work week.  Plan something fun. "This idea may be the most important tip," Vanderkam writes. "This extends the weekend and keeps you focused on the fun to come, rather than on Monday morning."  Vanderkam quotes Caitlin Andrews, a librarian, who says her extended family gets together for dinner almost every Sunday, alternating houses. "It takes my mind off any Sunday night blues that might be coming on," Andrews says. You might also make Sunday a movie or spa night, or you could join a Sunday night bowling league. Ending the weekend on a high note helps you go into the week with a better attitude.  Organize and plan for the week ahead. The worst thing is walking into the office Monday to learn you have a big meeting you forgot about.  That's why career coach Marsha Egan suggests looking at your calendar on Sunday night and setting goals and deadlines for the upcoming week. The trick is to do this without stressing yourself out, she says. See the rest of the story at Business Insider   Share the latest business news with your network: Email sent to:   |   Manage your email preferences   |   Unsubscribe Terms of Service   |   Privacy Policy Business Insider. 150 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10011