The Olympics 2012 are set to hit London next month. And as one of the biggest sporting events in the world comes to the UK, you’ll no doubt find yourself wanting to sprint out of work and watch some of the action. But you also need to balance this desire with staying motivated in the workplace to ensure career progression. Here are a few tips to help you stay at the peak of your game.

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Rebecca Weaving is an Account Director at M&C Saatchi and has worked on a variety of advertising campaigns, including the Olympics 2012. She shares her career tips with CV Surgeon.