Boost Your Productivity

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Become mindful of your time online. To limit screen time, use native digital well-being controls on your phone, such as Bedtime mode (Android) and Screen Time (iPhone).

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Start a gratitude journal with the Remente mobile app. Write down at least one thing you are grateful for, every day of the week. The app's daily interactive coaching and planner will help you get more done at work, and better your personal life and relationships.

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Keep unnecessary notifications at bay, so they don't distract you from important tasks. Use the Do Not Disturb or Focus modes on your device.

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Simplify your life with smart home devices. Wi-Fi-enabled assistants like Alexa can save you time and effort. From controlling your home or office lighting with simple voice commands to turning off the TV when it’s time for bed, these devices can make your life easier.

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Make "inbox zero" your work mantra. Using the Instaclean app, unsubscribe from newsletters or other lists that aren't useful to you anymore.

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Communication is a vital part of building relationships and getting ahead at work. Expand your vocabulary and sharpen your communication skills with the Vocabulary Builder app (Android | iOS).

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Uninstall the apps that you do not use. Make a list of the ones that are useful and delete the others. This will clean up your phone's memory, and clear up the unnecessary clutter on your devices.

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If you want to work on your goals, it’s imperative to have a structured work style. Use the Pomodoro technique. By working in 25-minute intervals with short breaks in between, you can improve your concentration.

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Build checklists for your projects or workflows. Once you've mapped out all the steps, organize them by their order and level of importance. Use Smartsheet's checklist templates to monitor and track your workflow.

Build New Habits and Hobbies

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Use a habit tracker app such as Habitify to build habits that support your goals and create a daily ritual of positivity.

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Read something new every day. You can discover interesting and insightful articles, stories, and reports from around the world on Medium.

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Set up a daily schedule to stay productive and efficient. Create a to-do list with Todoist to help you plan your day and achieve your daily, weekly, or monthly objectives.

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Writing a novel is a great way to challenge yourself and get your creativity flowing. Sign up on NaNoWriMo to start writing about something you love.

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Improve your cognitive abilities with Lumosity. This is a handy brain-training app that uses interactive elements to improve memory, focus, and problem-solving skills.

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Find something inspiring such as motivational quotes and read them daily. There are plenty of great quotes and sayings websites you can use.

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Learn a new language for an hour every day. It's as simple as creating an account on Duolingo and getting started. You’ll be surprised how quickly you can pick up new words and phrases.

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Give yourself a break from social media. Instead, you can use this time to catch up with friends and family members. With RescueTime, you can block social media apps for a specified period of time as you wish.

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Indulge in creative decor projects. Get in touch with your artistic side and try making some changes to your home decor with the Houzz app (Android | iOS). It can add that extra bit of style to your interiors.

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Start a new blog. A blog is a great platform to share ideas, perspectives, and expertise with the world. Sign up for a free blogging platform such as WordPress to get started.

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Watch a documentary. Documentaries can be incredibly insightful and entertaining. Subscribe to free and popular channels on YouTube, such as the National Geographic channel.

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A lucid dream is a state in which you're aware that you're dreaming. If you want to be more creative and have greater control over your thought processes, the Dream Journal Ultimate app lets you write them down. It is a great way to record your dreams in detail and make them more visual.

Set Up Health and Wellness Routines

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Meditate every day with Calm to reduce stress, get better sleep, and improve your overall physical and mental well-being.

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Take 30 minutes out of your day to walk or bike or exercise. Use a Fitbit smartwatch or other pedometer apps and wearables to monitor your step count or your fitness progress.

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Aim to achieve a harmonious relationship with your significant other. Use a relationship improvement app like Couple Game to help boost mutual understanding with fun games and quizzes.

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If you're ready to kick your smoking habit, download the Flamy app. It can help you track your progress and motivate you through smoking cessation challenges.

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HIIT, or high-intensity interval training, is a great way to burn fat and boost your metabolism. Incorporate HIIT training into your workouts with the Freeletics app.

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Take a 30-day trip to a new destination and explore different locales. Use Google Travel to plan your trips.

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Running is a great way to exercise and stay healthy. Get started with a 10k challenge with the Just Run app (Android | iOS) to reach your fitness goals.

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Take a walk through some green spaces every day, such as parks or forests. Use Google Maps to guide you to these spots in your city.

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Listen to a wellness podcast. Spotify is a great way to find them. These podcasts are full of practical tips and resources for living a healthier life.

Stay on Track With Your Diet and Nutrition

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Download the Lifesum app to log what you're eating every day. This will help you identify and correct unhealthy eating habits.

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Make sure to drink enough water every day—set a reminder on your phone with the WaterMinder app.

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Switch to plant-based meals. Follow the Peaceful Cuisine channel on YouTube to help make the transition easier.

Manage Your Finances

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Create a realistic budget (and stick with it) with the YNAB (You Need A Budget) app. The goal is to maintain financial discipline over the long term, as well as manage your daily expenses better.

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Cut back on unnecessary online spends by avoiding impulse purchases. Take a few minutes to check out the best deals on shopping websites such as Amazon, using the Shop Savvy extension, before buying any items.

Contribute Towards Saving the Planet

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Surfing the web has become an essential part of our lives. If you’re looking to do it in an eco-friendlier way, try using a green-friendly search engine like Ecosia.

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Get involved with a cause that matters. Join a nonprofit organization such as VolunteerMatch and take part in volunteer opportunities including tutoring, assisting at animal shelters, and more.

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Prevent food waste. With Hello Fresh, you can sign up for a meal kit service that delivers fresh, pre-portioned ingredients to your door. You can cook healthy and delicious meals without any hassle.

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Do social good via charity apps such as Freerice. Fundraising is a great way to raise funds for the causes you care about. Social media platforms such as Facebook also allow you to raise money for a cause you care about.

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Ditch your chemical-heavy household brands in favor of natural and organic products; this includes food as well as beauty products and personal care items. Start small, and check out the Environmental Working Group's webpage for tips and resources to help you replace harmful products in your home.

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Eat local produce. Sign up for a local produce delivery service such as Farmbox Direct or find a nearby farmers’ market using Google Maps. It's no secret that eating organic produce is better for the environment, but it can also help you make healthier choices and support your community.

Career, Work, and Business Goals

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Spark new ideas using a mind-mapping application. Sign up to MapsOfMind and then brainstorm ten different ideas each day.

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Set up SMART goals. When you set a goal with these characteristics in mind, it will help you stay on track. Consider using Vertex42's Excel SMART template.

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Arrive at your workplace on time. This is one of the most important things you can do right away to improve productivity and minimize undue stress. Set up reminders on Google Keep to keep up with your schedules.

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Pick up new skills, improve your career prospects, and boost your confidence by earning a professional certification from Coursera or Udemy.

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Set up your very own online store to sell your products. With Shopify, it's easy to manage your inventory, and keep track of orders and payments at all times.

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Invest in an ergonomic keyboard. If you spend all day at the computer, it makes sense to invest in a keyboard that will help you avoid pain and discomfort. A good ergonomic keyboard will not only be comfortable to work with, but can also help improve your typing speed.

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Listen to TED Talks every day. As part of your morning routine, listen to an expert in the field of your choice. You’ll always learn something new and get a fresh perspective on things. This can help you approach situations differently.

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Strengthen your professional network on LinkedIn. It's easy to reach out to a LinkedIn contact when you've got something in common. Send them a message to know more about job openings or explore collaboration opportunities together.

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Read a career newsletter. Get career insights and tips with a career from reputed online publications such as Forbes or The Balance. These newsletters will introduce you to ideas and strategies that you can use to keep your career on track and help you figure out what you really want from your work life.