<p><img src="https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/f/f3/Be-Productive-Step-1-Version-3.jpg/v4-460px-Be-Productive-Step-1-Version-3.jpg"></p><ol><li><a href="https://www.wikihow.com/Make-a-To-Do-List"><strong>Make a to-do list</strong></a> <strong>specific and reasonable about your tasks as possible. </strong></li><li><strong>Make a plan</strong></li><li><a href="https://www.wikihow.com/Prioritize"><strong>Prioritize</strong></a> <strong>and do triage. </strong></li><li><a href="https://www.wikihow.com/Set-Goals"><strong>Set goals</strong></a><strong> </strong></li><li><a href="https://www.wikihow.com/Be-Mindful"><strong>Be mindful </strong></a><strong>of your effectiveness. </strong></li><li><a href="https://www.wikihow.com/Be-Organized"><strong>Keep your tools and materials organized</strong></a></li></ol>

Be organised

<p><img src="https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/6/6b/Be-Productive-Step-7-Version-3.jpg/v4-460px-Be-Productive-Step-7-Version-3.jpg"></p><ol><li><a href="https://www.wikihow.com/Avoid-Distractions"><strong>Remove distractions</strong></a> </li><li><strong>Tackle one thing at a time.  </strong></li><li><strong>Keep your home or workspace tidy. </strong></li></ol>

Stay Focused

<p><img src="https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/0/08/Be-Productive-Step-10-Version-2.jpg/v4-460px-Be-Productive-Step-10-Version-2.jpg"></p><ol><li><strong>Go to bed early and get enough sleep.</strong></li><li><strong>Set your alarm, and get up as soon as it goes off. </strong></li><li><a href="https://www.wikihow.com/Eat-Healthy"><strong>Eat healthy meals</strong></a></li><li><strong>Take breaks. </strong></li></ol>

Take care of yourself

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		</p><p>We've all been there: lots of things to do, but finding ourselves distracted, floundering, procrastinating, and unable to get things done. Are you tired of wasting time? If so, then it's time for you to get productive! 
</p><div>Method </div><div><span>1</span></div><h3><span>Be Organized</span></h3><OL><LI><img alt="Image titled Be Productive Step 1" src="https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/f/f3/Be-Productive-Step-1-Version-3.jpg/v4-460px-Be-Productive-Step-1-Version-3.jpg"><div>1</div><div dir="ltr">
<a href="https://www.wikihow.com/Make-a-To-Do-List" title="Make a To Do List" dir="ltr"><b dir="ltr">Make a to-do list.</b></a> Write down all of your tasks, as well as everything you would like to accomplish for the day/week or keep a running list of tasks that you need to get done. To-do lists are tried-and-true productivity tools, but they only work if you use them correctly.<sup aria-label="Link to Reference 1" dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.wikihow.com/Be-Productive#_note-1" dir="ltr">[1]</a>
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</div><UL><LI>Be as concrete, specific and reasonable about your tasks as possible. For example, don't just write "clean the house." Instead try "pick up the living room," "vacuum rug" or "take out the trash"—smaller, more discrete tasks are better.</LI><LI>Don't let yourself get intimidated by or distracted by your to-do list. If you are spending all your time thinking of things you need to put on your list, that can be just as bad as not keeping one at all. Try to create your to-do list in one sitting and don't let yourself add to it throughout the day unless you have to.</LI></UL></LI><LI><img alt="Image titled Be Productive Step 2" src="https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/0/06/Be-Productive-Step-2-Version-3.jpg/v4-460px-Be-Productive-Step-2-Version-3.jpg"><div>2</div><div dir="ltr">
<b dir="ltr">Make a plan.</b> Figure out what things on your list you can reasonably accomplish, and decide what order you are going to do them in. If you can, make a schedule for the day that includes when you are going to work on each task and when you are going to stop to eat or take a break.<sup aria-label="Link to Reference 2" dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.wikihow.com/Be-Productive#_note-2" dir="ltr">[2]</a>
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</div><UL><LI>Be aware that tasks will often take more or less time than expected. Don't beat yourself up over this, and don't let it throw your whole plan out of whack. If something doesn't go as planned, just do your best to adjust your schedule and move on with your work.</LI></UL></LI><LI><img alt="Image titled Be Productive Step 3" src="https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/e/e1/Be-Productive-Step-3-Version-3.jpg/v4-460px-Be-Productive-Step-3-Version-3.jpg"><div>3</div><div dir="ltr">
<a href="https://www.wikihow.com/Prioritize" title="Prioritize" dir="ltr"><b dir="ltr">Prioritize</b></a><b dir="ltr"> and do triage.</b> Have the just way to many things on your plate to get everything done on time? Decide which things are most important and do those. You might have had big dreams of doing your taxes <i dir="ltr">and</i> washing the dog, but one or the other might have to wait. Trying to take on too much at a time is the fastest way to end up overwhelmed and unproductive.<sup aria-label="Link to Reference 3" dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.wikihow.com/Be-Productive#_note-3" dir="ltr">[3]</a>
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</div><UL><LI>If there are tasks you have been meaning to do for a long time and never get done, don't let them hang over your head forever. Set yourself a deadline or pick a day to do them—or else decide that you can get by okay without them.</LI></UL></LI><LI><img alt="Image titled Be Productive Step 4" src="https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/9/9a/Be-Productive-Step-4-Version-3.jpg/v4-460px-Be-Productive-Step-4-Version-3.jpg"><div>4</div><div dir="ltr">
<a href="https://www.wikihow.com/Set-Goals" title="Set Goals" dir="ltr"><b dir="ltr">Set goals.</b></a> Whether cleaning, studying or working, set reasonable but challenging goals for how much you are going to write, read, or create in a day. Don't let yourself quit until you've accomplished that amount. Try to be positive about your goals and don't let them intimidate you. Know that you can accomplish them if you stay focused.
</div><UL><LI>Consider creating rewards or punishments for yourself around your goals. Promise to treat yourself with something you want if you are successful.<sup aria-label="Link to Reference 4" dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.wikihow.com/Be-Productive#_note-4" dir="ltr">[4]</a>
</sup> Threaten yourself with an undesirable consequence, such as donating money to a cause you disagree with. This works best if you can hand over control of the reward or punishment to a friend who won't let go back on your agreements.</LI></UL></LI><LI><img alt="" src="https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/d/d0/Be-Productive-Step-5-Version-3.jpg/v4-460px-Be-Productive-Step-5-Version-3.jpg"><div>5</div><div dir="ltr">
<a href="https://www.wikihow.com/Be-Mindful" title="Be Mindful" dir="ltr"><b dir="ltr">Be mindful</b></a><b dir="ltr"> of your effectiveness.</b> Don't get caught up thinking about how productive or unproductive you are being in the moment, but later do reflect on how well you stayed focused, how much you stuck to your plan, how accurate your schedule timing was. Note unexpected problems or disruptions to your workflow and think about what you can do to improve next time.
</div><UL><LI>Consider keeping a journal to jot down what worked and what didn't work at the end of each day.</LI></UL></LI><LI><img alt="" src="https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/0/03/Be-Productive-Step-6-Version-3.jpg/v4-460px-Be-Productive-Step-6-Version-3.jpg"><div>6</div><div dir="ltr">
<a href="https://www.wikihow.com/Be-Organized" title="Be Organized" dir="ltr"><b dir="ltr">Keep your tools and materials organized.</b></a> Nothing will slow you down like not knowing where to find some vital file or object, or having to search through emails to remember the time of an appointment. Create robust systems to file information, store instruments, and record your appointments.<sup aria-label="Link to Reference 5" dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.wikihow.com/Be-Productive#_note-5" dir="ltr">[5]</a>
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</div></LI></OL><div>Method </div><div><span>2</span></div><h3><span>Stay Focused</span></h3><OL><LI><img alt="" src="https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/6/6b/Be-Productive-Step-7-Version-3.jpg/v4-460px-Be-Productive-Step-7-Version-3.jpg"><div>1</div><div dir="ltr">
<a href="https://www.wikihow.com/Avoid-Distractions" title="Avoid Distractions" dir="ltr"><b dir="ltr">Remove distractions.</b></a> We live in a world with an endless opportunity for stimulation and distraction. From TV to blogs to instant messaging, not to mention friends, family, and pets, it is so easy to spend just a minute on this and a minute on that and find the whole day lost. Don't let that happen! Keep your eyes on the prize by removing as many distractions and opportunities for distraction as possible.<sup aria-label="Link to Reference 6" dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.wikihow.com/Be-Productive#_note-6" dir="ltr">[6]</a>
</sup>
</div><UL><LI>Close your email and social media sites. Turn off any notifications that will interrupt your work. If you must, budget a few minutes into your day to check your inbox and updates for anything important, but having them open while you work is sure to lower your productivity.</LI><LI>Use browser extensions to block time-wasting websites. The Internet is full of interesting pictures, .gifs, videos and articles that will eat away at your day if you aren't mindful. Install a browser extension like <a rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener" href="https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/stayfocusd/laankejkbhbdhmipfmgcngdelahlfoji?hl=en" dir="ltr">StayFocusd</a>, <a rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener" href="http://www.proginosko.com/leechblock.html" dir="ltr">Leechblock</a> or <a rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener" href="https://sites.google.com/site/gchromeat/nannyForGoogleChrome" dir="ltr">Nanny</a> that will limit your time on distracting websites or keep you from checking them for certain periods during the day. You can also <a href="https://www.wikihow.com/Block-Websites-on-an-iPhone" title="Block Websites on an iPhone" dir="ltr">block distracting sites on your iPhone</a>. Do whatever you can to put the temptation to check the news, browse your favorite blogs or watch cat videos out of reach.<sup aria-label="Link to Reference 7" dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.wikihow.com/Be-Productive#_note-7" dir="ltr">[7]</a>
</sup>
</LI><LI>Turn off your phone. Don't answer calls, don't check text messages, nothing. Don't keep it near you. If it is important, whoever is calling will leave a message. If you are worried about emergencies, set aside one minute to check your phone every hour.</LI><LI>Tell friends and family not to interrupt you. Keep your pets out of the room if they are going to be a problem.</LI><LI>Use background noise to block out annoying noises and distractions. Constant background noise such as white, pink or brown noise but also natural noises such as the sound of rain or a river can help you to stay focused and boost your productivity. Use tools like <a rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener" href="https://www.noisli.com/" dir="ltr">Noisli</a>.</LI><LI>Turn off the TV or radio. Depending on you and the nature of your task, a little background noise might by fine—especially music without lyrics—but any kind of media on around you will usually lower your productivity if your task requires mental focus.</LI></UL></LI><LI><img alt="" src="https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/9/92/Be-Productive-Step-8-Version-2.jpg/v4-460px-Be-Productive-Step-8-Version-2.jpg"><div>2</div><div dir="ltr">
Tackle one thing at a time. It's a common misconception that multitasking can make you more productive. The truth is we can only really do one thing at a time, and when we try to multitask we are just switching back and forth between different projects. Every time you make that switch, you lose time and focus. To be truly productive, pick one task and work on it until completion, then move on to something else.<sup aria-label="Link to Reference 8" dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.wikihow.com/Be-Productive#_note-8" dir="ltr">[8]</a>
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</div></LI><LI><img alt="" src="https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/5/53/Be-Productive-Step-9-Version-2.jpg/v4-460px-Be-Productive-Step-9-Version-2.jpg"><div>3</div><div dir="ltr">
<b dir="ltr">Keep your home or workspace tidy.</b> Yes, cleaning up all the time takes time and effort, but a big mess can be distracting and you may end up losing more productivity than you saved. Keep your desk, house or workspace neat and organized, without clutter and with a minimum of loose objects to catch your eye.<sup aria-label="Link to Reference 9" dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.wikihow.com/Be-Productive#_note-9" dir="ltr">[9]</a>
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</div></LI></OL><div>Method </div><div><span>3</span></div><h3><span>Take Care of Yourself</span></h3><OL><LI><img alt="" src="https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/0/08/Be-Productive-Step-10-Version-2.jpg/v4-460px-Be-Productive-Step-10-Version-2.jpg"><div>1</div><div dir="ltr">
<b dir="ltr">Go to bed early and get enough sleep.</b><sup aria-label="Link to Reference 10" dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.wikihow.com/Be-Productive#_note-10" dir="ltr">[10]</a>
</sup> Being tired or sleep-deprived will make you more distracted and less productive.<sup aria-label="Link to Reference 11" dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.wikihow.com/Be-Productive#_note-11" dir="ltr">[11]</a>
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</div></LI><LI><img alt="" src="https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/6/62/Be-Productive-Step-11-Version-2.jpg/v4-460px-Be-Productive-Step-11-Version-2.jpg"><div>2</div><div dir="ltr">
<b dir="ltr">Set your alarm, and get up as soon as it goes off.</b> Don't hit the snooze button over and over and end up oversleeping.<sup aria-label="Link to Reference 12" dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.wikihow.com/Be-Productive#_note-12" dir="ltr">[12]</a>
</sup> Oversleeping even a few minutes can throw off your schedule and leave you out of sorts all day.
</div></LI><LI><img alt="" src="https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/a/ab/Be-Productive-Step-12-Version-2.jpg/v4-460px-Be-Productive-Step-12-Version-2.jpg"><div>3</div><div dir="ltr">
<a href="https://www.wikihow.com/Eat-Healthy" title="Eat Healthy" dir="ltr"><b dir="ltr">Eat healthy meals</b></a><b dir="ltr">.</b> You may not notice it at first, but if you don't keep yourself nourished you will soon find yourself more distracted, stressed and scatterbrained. You will make mistakes and have to redo your work. Make sure you set aside time in your day to have full, healthy meals.<sup aria-label="Link to Reference 13" dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.wikihow.com/Be-Productive#_note-13" dir="ltr">[13]</a>
</sup>
</div><UL><LI>Avoid heavy meals that are going to make you sluggish and want to nap. Digestion takes energy, and processing a large, greasy meal will sap your strength and focus.</LI></UL></LI><LI><img alt="" src="https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/b/bd/Be-Productive-Step-13-Version-2.jpg/v4-460px-Be-Productive-Step-13-Version-2.jpg"><div>4</div><div dir="ltr">
Take breaks<b dir="ltr">.</b> Don't exhaust yourself or force yourself to stare at the screen until you are a zombie. Every 15 minutes or so take 30 seconds to stretch and rest your eyes a bit. Every couple hours take five or ten minutes to do some exercise, have a snack and replenish your resolve.<sup aria-label="Link to Reference 14" dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.wikihow.com/Be-Productive#_note-14" dir="ltr">[14]</a>
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We've all been there: lots of things to do, but finding ourselves distracted, floundering, procrastinating, and unable to get things done. Are you tired of wasting time? If so, then it's time for you to get productive! Make a to-do list....

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Productivity

<p><span>Last Updated: December 29, 2020 </span><a href="https://www.wikihow.com/Be-Productive#References">References </a><a href="https://www.wikihow.com/Be-Productive#">Approved </a> </p>

<p>We've all been there: lots of things to do, but finding ourselves distracted, floundering, procrastinating, and unable to get things done. Are you tired of wasting time? If so, then it's time for you to get productive! </p>

<ol><li><img src="https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/f/f3/Be-Productive-Step-1-Version-3.jpg/v4-460px-Be-Productive-Step-1-Version-3.jpg"><div>1 </div><div><a href="https://www.wikihow.com/Make-a-To-Do-List"><b>Make a to-do list. </b> </a>Write down all of your tasks, as well as everything you would like to accomplish for the day/week or keep a running list of tasks that you need to get done. To-do lists are tried-and-true productivity tools, but they only work if you use them correctly.<sup><a href="https://www.wikihow.com/Be-Productive#_note-1">[1] </a> </sup> </div><ul><li>Be as concrete, specific and reasonable about your tasks as possible. For example, don't just write "clean the house." Instead try "pick up the living room," "vacuum rug" or "take out the trash"—smaller, more discrete tasks are better. </li><li>Don't let yourself get intimidated by or distracted by your to-do list. If you are spending all your time thinking of things you need to put on your list, that can be just as bad as not keeping one at all. Try to create your to-do list in one sitting and don't let yourself add to it throughout the day unless you have to. </li> </ul> </li><li><img src="https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/0/06/Be-Productive-Step-2-Version-3.jpg/v4-460px-Be-Productive-Step-2-Version-3.jpg"><div>2 </div><div><b>Make a plan. </b>Figure out what things on your list you can reasonably accomplish, and decide what order you are going to do them in. If you can, make a schedule for the day that includes when you are going to work on each task and when you are going to stop to eat or take a break.<sup><a href="https://www.wikihow.com/Be-Productive#_note-2">[2] </a> </sup> </div><ul><li>Be aware that tasks will often take more or less time than expected. Don't beat yourself up over this, and don't let it throw your whole plan out of whack. If something doesn't go as planned, just do your best to adjust your schedule and move on with your work. </li> </ul> </li><li><img src="https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/e/e1/Be-Productive-Step-3-Version-3.jpg/v4-460px-Be-Productive-Step-3-Version-3.jpg"><div>3 </div><div><a href="https://www.wikihow.com/Prioritize"><b>Prioritize </b> </a><b>and do triage. </b>Have the just way to many things on your plate to get everything done on time? Decide which things are most important and do those. You might have had big dreams of doing your taxes <i>and </i>washing the dog, but one or the other might have to wait. Trying to take on too much at a time is the fastest way to end up overwhelmed and unproductive.<sup><a href="https://www.wikihow.com/Be-Productive#_note-3">[3] </a> </sup> </div><ul><li>If there are tasks you have been meaning to do for a long time and never get done, don't let them hang over your head forever. Set yourself a deadline or pick a day to do them—or else decide that you can get by okay without them. </li> </ul> </li><li><img src="https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/9/9a/Be-Productive-Step-4-Version-3.jpg/v4-460px-Be-Productive-Step-4-Version-3.jpg"><div>4 </div><div><a href="https://www.wikihow.com/Set-Goals"><b>Set goals. </b> </a>Whether cleaning, studying or working, set reasonable but challenging goals for how much you are going to write, read, or create in a day. Don't let yourself quit until you've accomplished that amount. Try to be positive about your goals and don't let them intimidate you. Know that you can accomplish them if you stay focused. </div><ul><li>Consider creating rewards or punishments for yourself around your goals. Promise to treat yourself with something you want if you are successful.<sup><a href="https://www.wikihow.com/Be-Productive#_note-4">[4] </a> </sup>Threaten yourself with an undesirable consequence, such as donating money to a cause you disagree with. This works best if you can hand over control of the reward or punishment to a friend who won't let go back on your agreements. </li> </ul> </li><li><img src="https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/d/d0/Be-Productive-Step-5-Version-3.jpg/v4-460px-Be-Productive-Step-5-Version-3.jpg"><div>5 </div><div><a href="https://www.wikihow.com/Be-Mindful"><b>Be mindful </b> </a><b>of your effectiveness. </b>Don't get caught up thinking about how productive or unproductive you are being in the moment, but later do reflect on how well you stayed focused, how much you stuck to your plan, how accurate your schedule timing was. Note unexpected problems or disruptions to your workflow and think about what you can do to improve next time. </div><ul><li>Consider keeping a journal to jot down what worked and what didn't work at the end of each day. </li> </ul> </li><li><img src="https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/0/03/Be-Productive-Step-6-Version-3.jpg/v4-460px-Be-Productive-Step-6-Version-3.jpg"><div>6 </div><div><a href="https://www.wikihow.com/Be-Organized"><b>Keep your tools and materials organized. </b> </a>Nothing will slow you down like not knowing where to find some vital file or object, or having to search through emails to remember the time of an appointment. Create robust systems to file information, store instruments, and record your appointments.<sup><a href="https://www.wikihow.com/Be-Productive#_note-5">[5] </a> </sup> </div> </li> </ol>

<ol><li><img src="https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/6/6b/Be-Productive-Step-7-Version-3.jpg/v4-460px-Be-Productive-Step-7-Version-3.jpg"><div>1 </div><div><a href="https://www.wikihow.com/Avoid-Distractions"><b>Remove distractions. </b> </a>We live in a world with an endless opportunity for stimulation and distraction. From TV to blogs to instant messaging, not to mention friends, family, and pets, it is so easy to spend just a minute on this and a minute on that and find the whole day lost. Don't let that happen! Keep your eyes on the prize by removing as many distractions and opportunities for distraction as possible.<sup><a href="https://www.wikihow.com/Be-Productive#_note-6">[6] </a> </sup> </div><ul><li>Close your email and social media sites. Turn off any notifications that will interrupt your work. If you must, budget a few minutes into your day to check your inbox and updates for anything important, but having them open while you work is sure to lower your productivity. </li><li>Use browser extensions to block time-wasting websites. The Internet is full of interesting pictures, .gifs, videos and articles that will eat away at your day if you aren't mindful. Install a browser extension like <a href="https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/stayfocusd/laankejkbhbdhmipfmgcngdelahlfoji?hl=en">StayFocusd </a>, <a href="http://www.proginosko.com/leechblock.html">Leechblock </a>or <a href="https://sites.google.com/site/gchromeat/nannyForGoogleChrome">Nanny </a>that will limit your time on distracting websites or keep you from checking them for certain periods during the day. You can also <a href="https://www.wikihow.com/Block-Websites-on-an-iPhone">block distracting sites on your iPhone </a>. Do whatever you can to put the temptation to check the news, browse your favorite blogs or watch cat videos out of reach.<sup><a href="https://www.wikihow.com/Be-Productive#_note-7">[7] </a> </sup> </li><li>Turn off your phone. Don't answer calls, don't check text messages, nothing. Don't keep it near you. If it is important, whoever is calling will leave a message. If you are worried about emergencies, set aside one minute to check your phone every hour. </li><li>Tell friends and family not to interrupt you. Keep your pets out of the room if they are going to be a problem. </li><li>Use background noise to block out annoying noises and distractions. Constant background noise such as white, pink or brown noise but also natural noises such as the sound of rain or a river can help you to stay focused and boost your productivity. Use tools like <a href="https://www.noisli.com/">Noisli </a>. </li><li>Turn off the TV or radio. Depending on you and the nature of your task, a little background noise might by fine—especially music without lyrics—but any kind of media on around you will usually lower your productivity if your task requires mental focus. </li> </ul> </li><li><img src="https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/9/92/Be-Productive-Step-8-Version-2.jpg/v4-460px-Be-Productive-Step-8-Version-2.jpg"><div>2 </div><div>Tackle one thing at a time. It's a common misconception that multitasking can make you more productive. The truth is we can only really do one thing at a time, and when we try to multitask we are just switching back and forth between different projects. Every time you make that switch, you lose time and focus. To be truly productive, pick one task and work on it until completion, then move on to something else.<sup><a href="https://www.wikihow.com/Be-Productive#_note-8">[8] </a> </sup> </div> </li><li><img src="https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/5/53/Be-Productive-Step-9-Version-2.jpg/v4-460px-Be-Productive-Step-9-Version-2.jpg"><div>3 </div><div><b>Keep your home or workspace tidy. </b>Yes, cleaning up all the time takes time and effort, but a big mess can be distracting and you may end up losing more productivity than you saved. Keep your desk, house or workspace neat and organized, without clutter and with a minimum of loose objects to catch your eye.<sup><a href="https://www.wikihow.com/Be-Productive#_note-9">[9] </a> </sup> </div> </li> </ol>

<ol><li><img src="https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/0/08/Be-Productive-Step-10-Version-2.jpg/v4-460px-Be-Productive-Step-10-Version-2.jpg"><div>1 </div><div><b>Go to bed early and get enough sleep. </b><sup><a href="https://www.wikihow.com/Be-Productive#_note-10">[10] </a> </sup>Being tired or sleep-deprived will make you more distracted and less productive.<sup><a href="https://www.wikihow.com/Be-Productive#_note-11">[11] </a> </sup> </div> </li><li><img src="https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/6/62/Be-Productive-Step-11-Version-2.jpg/v4-460px-Be-Productive-Step-11-Version-2.jpg"><div>2 </div><div><b>Set your alarm, and get up as soon as it goes off. </b>Don't hit the snooze button over and over and end up oversleeping.<sup><a href="https://www.wikihow.com/Be-Productive#_note-12">[12] </a> </sup>Oversleeping even a few minutes can throw off your schedule and leave you out of sorts all day. </div> </li><li><img src="https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/a/ab/Be-Productive-Step-12-Version-2.jpg/v4-460px-Be-Productive-Step-12-Version-2.jpg"><div>3 </div><div><a href="https://www.wikihow.com/Eat-Healthy"><b>Eat healthy meals </b> </a><b>. </b>You may not notice it at first, but if you don't keep yourself nourished you will soon find yourself more distracted, stressed and scatterbrained. You will make mistakes and have to redo your work. Make sure you set aside time in your day to have full, healthy meals.<sup><a href="https://www.wikihow.com/Be-Productive#_note-13">[13] </a> </sup> </div><ul><li>Avoid heavy meals that are going to make you sluggish and want to nap. Digestion takes energy, and processing a large, greasy meal will sap your strength and focus. </li> </ul> </li><li><img src="https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/b/bd/Be-Productive-Step-13-Version-2.jpg/v4-460px-Be-Productive-Step-13-Version-2.jpg"><div>4 </div><div>Take breaks<b>. </b>Don't exhaust yourself or force yourself to stare at the screen until you are a zombie. Every 15 minutes or so take 30 seconds to stretch and rest your eyes a bit. Every couple hours take five or ten minutes to do some exercise, have a snack and replenish your resolve.<sup><a href="https://www.wikihow.com/Be-Productive#_note-14">[14] </a> </sup> </div> </li> </ol>

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