Why Having Hobbies Makes You Better at Your Job

You’ve probably heard the advice to “step away” or to “sleep on it” when faced with a challenging problem you can’t seem to solve. And, while rest is always important, spending your time doing something has real benefits, too. In this piece for Fast Company, Aytekin Tank explores three ways that investing in hobbies can boost creativity, see challenges from a different perspective, and make you happier. As a bonus, some of your hobbies might help you build your network, too.