Pulling an all-nighter or constantly working yourself to exhaustion may initially seem like a good idea to get ahead. But, this behavior leads to burnout. Don’t overwork yourself and make sure to leave time outside of work to relax and focus on personal goals. Take an hour or two to read a book, enjoy time with family, or go to the gym. In fact, taking time off of work gives your brain a “break” and helps you work harder during the time you spend at work. Workplace experiments have even shown that 4-day work weeks do not actually lower overall productivity. They also increased the quality of life reported by employees. Finding rewarding activities outside of the workplace helps decrease stress. Doing so ultimately allows you to become more productive while you work.

If you find yourself struggling in navigating your career, take a close look at your habits. Determine whether you have these three priorities. If you don’t, find time to build these habits so that you can succeed in building your career. For more advice about careers and professional development, there are various organizations and opportunities for young professionals seeking to advance their careers.