{"id":2555,"date":"2025-04-15T14:01:08","date_gmt":"2025-04-15T21:01:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/?p=2555"},"modified":"2025-11-26T00:26:25","modified_gmt":"2025-11-26T08:26:25","slug":"productive-things-to-do","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/productive-things-to-do\/","title":{"rendered":"50 Productive Things to Do in Your Free Time"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Even on the most jam-packed days, you will find yourself with a few odd breaks on your hands.&nbsp; Whether you\u2019re early to a meeting, just finished a doozy of a task, or trying to ease into the day, there are always minutes-long gaps to turn your boredom into productive moments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Highly-productive people get so much done because they make a conscious and committed effort to do the little things every day that lead to progress.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Think of this list as a resource to give you a few ideas on how to do the same! But with your own personal spin. \ud83e\udd17<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Work primarily exists online for both in-person and remote teams. And while you can\u2019t escape screen-time entirely, we chose these particular 50 ways to turn boredom into productivity because they either require you to step away from your monitor, reduce stress and anxiety in some way, or both.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At this very moment, you might even be reading this post while on a lag at work\u2014which is great! Continue on for more ways to turn these extra minutes of your day into something you can be proud of.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-table-of-contents-block ub_table-of-contents\" id=\"ub_table-of-contents-fad8da21-6330-4d05-8aba-ee111a636fae\" data-linktodivider=\"false\" data-showtext=\"show\" data-hidetext=\"hide\" data-scrolltype=\"auto\" data-enablesmoothscroll=\"false\" data-initiallyhideonmobile=\"false\" data-initiallyshow=\"true\"><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header-container\" style=\"\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header\" style=\"text-align: left; \">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-title\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-extra-container\" style=\"\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-container ub_table-of-contents-1-column \">\n\t\t\t\t<ul style=\"\"><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/productive-things-to-do\/#0-50-productive-things-to-do-when-bored\" style=\"\">50 Productive things to do when bored<\/a><ul><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/productive-things-to-do\/#1-1-get-organized-with-a-productivity-app-like-clickup-\" style=\"\">1. Get organized with a productivity app like ClickUp!\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/productive-things-to-do\/#3-2-tend-to-your-email-inbox-\" style=\"\">2. Tend to your email inbox!\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/productive-things-to-do\/#4-3-clean-your-physical-workspace-\" style=\"\">3. Clean your physical workspace\u00a0\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/productive-things-to-do\/#5-4-organize-your-computer-and-desktop-\" style=\"\">4. Organize your computer and desktop\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/productive-things-to-do\/#6-5-update-your-computer\" style=\"\">5. Update your computer<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/productive-things-to-do\/#7-6-set-up-a-life-binder\" style=\"\">6. Set up a life binder<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/productive-things-to-do\/#8-7-eliminate-distractions\" style=\"\">7. Eliminate distractions<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/productive-things-to-do\/#9-8-tackle-your-closet\" style=\"\">8. Tackle your closet<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/productive-things-to-do\/#10-9-conquer-the-small-tasks-you%E2%80%99ve-been-putting-off-for-days-weeks-or-months\" style=\"\">9. Conquer the small tasks you\u2019ve been putting off for days, weeks, or months<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/productive-things-to-do\/#11-10-review-your-budget-investments-and-savings\" style=\"\">10. Review your budget, investments, and savings<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/productive-things-to-do\/#12-anything-and-everything-%E2%9C%A8self-care%E2%9C%A8\" style=\"\">\ud83d\udec0\ud83c\udffc Anything and everything \u2728self-care\u2728<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/productive-things-to-do\/#13-11-drink-some-water-\" style=\"\">11. Drink some water\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/productive-things-to-do\/#14-12-tend-to-your-plants\" style=\"\">12. Tend to your plants<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/productive-things-to-do\/#15-13-embrace-your-free-time-and-make-it-%E2%80%98me-time%E2%80%99\" style=\"\">13. Embrace your free time and make it \u2018me time\u2019<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/productive-things-to-do\/#16-14-upgrade-your-morning-routine\" style=\"\">14. Upgrade your morning routine<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/productive-things-to-do\/#17-15-move-your-body-\" style=\"\">15. Move your body\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/productive-things-to-do\/#18-16-meditate-or-pray\" style=\"\">16. Meditate or pray<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/productive-things-to-do\/#19-17-go-on-a-walk\" style=\"\">17. Go on a walk<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/productive-things-to-do\/#20-check-in-with-your-present-and-future-self\" style=\"\">\ud83e\udde0 Check in with your present and future self<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/productive-things-to-do\/#21-18-meal-plan\" style=\"\">18. Meal plan<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/productive-things-to-do\/#22-19-revisit-your-new-year%E2%80%99s-resolutions\" style=\"\">19. Revisit your New Year\u2019s resolutions<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/productive-things-to-do\/#23-20-make-your-daily-to-do-list-\" style=\"\">20. Make your daily to-do list\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/productive-things-to-do\/#24-21-write-in-a-journal\" style=\"\">21. Write in a journal<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/productive-things-to-do\/#25-personal-and-professional-development\" style=\"\">\ud83c\udf31 Personal and professional development<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/productive-things-to-do\/#26-22-take-a-personality-or-communication-style-quiz-\" style=\"\">22. Take a personality or communication style quiz\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/productive-things-to-do\/#27-23-take-initiative-at-work\" style=\"\">23. Take initiative at work<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/productive-things-to-do\/#28-24-update-your-resume-or-linkedin-profile\" style=\"\">24. Update your resume or LinkedIn profile<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/productive-things-to-do\/#29-25-start-a-blog\" style=\"\">25. Start a blog<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/productive-things-to-do\/#30-26-improve-your-recall-\" style=\"\">26. Improve your recall\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/productive-things-to-do\/#31-27-catch-up-on-your-industry-or-world-news\" style=\"\">27. Catch up on your industry or world news<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/productive-things-to-do\/#32-28-practice-your-current-skills\" style=\"\">28. Practice your current skills<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/productive-things-to-do\/#33-29-learn-a-new-skill-\" style=\"\">29. Learn a new skill\u00a0\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/productive-things-to-do\/#34-30-get-motivated-\" style=\"\">30. Get motivated\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/productive-things-to-do\/#35-31-read-\" style=\"\">31. Read\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/productive-things-to-do\/#36-32-watch-a-ted-talk-\" style=\"\">32. Watch a TED Talk\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/productive-things-to-do\/#37-serotonin-boosters-aka-good-old-fashioned-fun\" style=\"\">\ud83c\udfb6 Serotonin boosters (AKA good old fashioned fun)<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/productive-things-to-do\/#38-33-make-a-productivity-playlist\" style=\"\">33. Make a productivity playlist<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/productive-things-to-do\/#39-34-jam-out-to-your-favorite-song\" style=\"\">34. Jam out to your favorite song<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/productive-things-to-do\/#40-35-treat-yourself-\" style=\"\">35. Treat yourself!\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/productive-things-to-do\/#41-36-plan-your-next-vacay-stay-cay-or-weekend-getaway-\" style=\"\">36. Plan your next vacay, stay-cay, or weekend getaway\u00a0\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/productive-things-to-do\/#42-37-scope-out-a-new-location-to-work-or-study\" style=\"\">37. Scope out a new location to work or study<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/productive-things-to-do\/#43-get-in-touch-with-your-creative-side\" style=\"\">\ud83c\udfa8 Get in touch with your creative side<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/productive-things-to-do\/#44-38-connect-with-your-artistic-interests\" style=\"\">38. Connect with your artistic interests<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/productive-things-to-do\/#45-39-begin-a-diy-project\" style=\"\">39. Begin a DIY project<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/productive-things-to-do\/#46-40-start-a-new-hobby-\" style=\"\">40. Start a new hobby\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/productive-things-to-do\/#47-41-pick-up-a-side-hustle\" style=\"\">41. Pick up a side hustle<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/productive-things-to-do\/#48-42-collect-and-preserve-your-favorite-memories\" style=\"\">42. Collect and preserve your favorite memories<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/productive-things-to-do\/#49-43-create-a-vision-or-inspiration-board-\" style=\"\">43. Create a vision or inspiration board\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/productive-things-to-do\/#50-%E2%98%8E%EF%B8%8Fphone-a-friend-or-colleague-or-family-member\" style=\"\">\u260e\ufe0fPhone a friend (or colleague, or family member)<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/productive-things-to-do\/#51-44-catch-up-with-a-family-member-or-old-friend\" style=\"\">44. Catch up with a family member or old friend<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/productive-things-to-do\/#52-45-schedule-coffee-with-a-colleague-or-friend\" style=\"\">45. Schedule coffee with a colleague or friend<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/productive-things-to-do\/#53-46-network-online\" style=\"\">46. Network online<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/productive-things-to-do\/#54-47-write-an-email-to-a-coworker\" style=\"\">47. Write an email to a coworker<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/productive-things-to-do\/#55-48-reach-out-to-potential-clients\" style=\"\">48. Reach out to potential clients<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/productive-things-to-do\/#56-doing-some-good\" style=\"\">\ud83e\udef6\ud83c\udffc Doing some good<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/productive-things-to-do\/#57-49-shop-small\" style=\"\">49. Shop small<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/productive-things-to-do\/#58-50-random-acts-of-kindness\" style=\"\">50. Random acts of kindness<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/productive-things-to-do\/#60-faqs-frequently-asked-questions\" style=\"\">FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"0-50-productive-things-to-do-when-bored\">50 Productive things to do when bored<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Quick disclaimer<\/em>: what you <strong>won\u2019t<\/strong> find on this list is a suggestion to fire up Netflix or Hulu, or scroll through social media\u2014those options won\u2019t do much for you in the long run. What we hope you gain from this post is the notion that <em>little choices in our day make all the difference<\/em>!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"How to Turn Boredom into Productivity at Work | ClickUp Vlog\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/IZcAWA1DPrI?list=PLxRzBtka0l4zOEHeVHYtbxk8UDs7wScil\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Be mindful of how you spend your extra minutes because that\u2019s where actual growth happens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And on a more practical note, we\u2019ve broken down each item into categories to help you easily navigate this beast of a list. Enjoy! \ud83d\ude0a<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-1-get-organized-with-a-productivity-app-like-clickup-\">1. Get organized with a productivity app like ClickUp!&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re not already organizing yourself with an online platform, it\u2019s time to start. These apps can help you create and stick to habits that will take you miles in your personal and professional spheres.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you ditched your <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/daily-planner-apps\/\">daily planner<\/a> to avoid lugging it around to coffee shops, errands, and meetings, you will love the convenience of having that same information available via your phone or laptop. \ud83d\ude4c\ud83c\udffc<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Set <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/smart-goals\/\">SMART goals<\/a>, create SWOT matrices, make checklists, schedule your week, and strategize with a single tool built to handle all of that and so much more, ClickUp!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-create-block-cu-image-with-overlay\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><div class=\"cu-image-with-overlay__overlay\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/cu-calendar.png\" alt=\"Keep your calendar, tasks, and reminders on hand at all times, and access them from any device with ClickUp\" class=\"image skip-lazy cu-image-with-overlay__image\" style=\"width:100%;height:auto\"\/><div class=\"cu-image-with-overlay__cta-wrap\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/signup\" class=\"cu-image-with-overlay__cta cu-image-with-overlay__cta--#7c68ee\" data-segment-track-click=\"true\" data-segment-section-model-name=\"imageCTA\" data-segment-button-clicked=\"Get Started with ClickUp\" data-segment-props=\"{&quot;location&quot;:&quot;body&quot;,&quot;sectionModelName&quot;:&quot;imageCTA&quot;,&quot;buttonClicked&quot;:&quot;Get Started with ClickUp&quot;}\">Get Started with ClickUp<\/a><\/div><\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Keep your calendar, tasks, and reminders on hand at all times, and access them from any device with ClickUp<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>ClickUp is an all-in-one <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/task-management-software\/\">task management solution<\/a> used to tackle everything from complex projects to simple to-do\u2019s. Whether you\u2019re a task manager, a <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/teams\/student\">student juggling assignments<\/a>, or a parent composing your grocery list, ClickUp offers <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/features\">hundreds of customizable features<\/a> to help you get things in order.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-clickup-features-guaranteed-to-spark-joy\">ClickUp features guaranteed to spark joy<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>\ud83c\udfa8 <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/new-whiteboard-and-docs\/\">ClickUp Whiteboards<\/a>:<\/strong> Fill the extra minutes in your day with an infinite canvas to draw, write, and express yourself on! Get started with a template or even invite colleagues to play along with the ice breaker game, Animal Drawing Battle, to lighten the work mood.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>\u2705 <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/features\/task-checklists\"><strong>Nested Checklists:<\/strong><\/a> Stay on top of even the smallest of to-do\u2019s and make sure no stone goes unturned with nested checklists that can be assigned to others and organized by a simple drag and drop. So satisfying. \ud83d\ude0c<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>\ud83c\udfc5 <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/features\/goals\"><strong>ClickUp Goals<\/strong><\/a><strong>:<\/strong> Set <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/personal-goals\/\">personal goals<\/a> for yourself or professional goals for the team with ClickUp\u2019s highly visual Goals feature that can update automatically, making it easier than ever to see how close you are to your targets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>\ud83d\udcc4 <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/features\/docs\"><strong>ClickUp Docs<\/strong><\/a><strong>:<\/strong> Create the perfect Doc, <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wiki-software\/\">wiki, or knowledge base<\/a> with a ton of styling options to make your writing stand out\u2014then share your work with anyone via URL.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>\ud83d\udcdd <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/features\/notepad\"><strong>ClickUp Notepad<\/strong><\/a><strong> and <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/chrome-extension\"><strong>Chrome Extension<\/strong><\/a><strong>:<\/strong> Jot down quick ideas or your daily chores on ClickUp\u2019s digital Notepad and download ClickUp\u2019s Chrome Extension to access your Notepad, track time, and create a task from virtually anywhere on the web.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-36596\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/image10-3.png\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1389px) 100vw, 1389px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/image10-3.png 1389w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/image10-3-300x225.png 300w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/image10-3-768x576.png 768w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/image10-3-700x525.png 700w\" alt=\"Download ClickUp and access anytime, anywhere\" width=\"1389\" height=\"1041\">\n<figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Download the ClickUp Chrome Extension to pick up right where you left off with every thought on your Notepad<\/em><\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>And there is still so much more ClickUp can do for you, and for free! Learn more about the platform, how it stacks up against its other alternatives, and a ton of additional free resources on the <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/\">ClickUp Blog<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3-2-tend-to-your-email-inbox-\">2. Tend to your email inbox!&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s almost scary how easy it is to let your email inbox get out of hand. But much like the relentless power of mother nature, if left to its own devices, your inbox can quickly grow beyond your means of control if you don\u2019t tend to it daily.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Simply put: <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/digital-decluttering-tips\/\">start decluttering your inbox<\/a> wherever you can.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Archive the messages that have already been opened and addressed, snooze the messages that can wait for another day, and trash everything that is simply taking up space.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you really want to get into it, create folders to organize your emails based on the category of their content. Not ready to part with that 25% off email coupon from your favorite store? File it away. Hesitant to delete the confirmation email for next week\u2019s Suns game? File that away too.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Every message has a place, and you\u2019ll feel lighter just knowing where to find them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4-3-clean-your-physical-workspace-\">3. Clean your physical workspace&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Reducing physical clutter has the same impact on your mental clarity.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sort and store the notes and documents strewn across your desk, toss the sticky notes stuck on your monitor that are no longer relevant, then wipe down your surfaces. Allow yourself to <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/desk-organization\/\">start with a truly clean slate<\/a>, down to your screens and keyboard.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And if you need some inspo on what this looks like IRL, we asked our ClickUp team to show us their own tidy desks:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-5 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-36599\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/image9-1-1400x1051.jpg\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/image9-1-1400x1051.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/image9-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/image9-1-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/image9-1-1536x1153.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/image9-1-700x525.jpg 700w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/image9-1.jpg 1999w\" alt=\"Juan's incredible ClickUp desk!\" width=\"1400\" height=\"1051\">\n<figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>via Juan Cardenas<\/em><\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-36594\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/image8-1400x976.jpg\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/image8-1400x976.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/image8-300x209.jpg 300w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/image8-768x535.jpg 768w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/image8-1536x1070.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/image8-700x488.jpg 700w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/image8.jpg 1999w\" alt=\"Neil's incredible ClickUp desk!\" width=\"1400\" height=\"976\">\n<figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>via Neil Amaral<\/em><\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-36588\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/image2-1101x1400.jpg\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1101px) 100vw, 1101px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/image2-1101x1400.jpg 1101w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/image2-236x300.jpg 236w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/image2-768x977.jpg 768w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/image2-1208x1536.jpg 1208w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/image2-700x890.jpg 700w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/image2.jpg 1572w\" alt=\"Nick's incredible ClickUp desk!\" width=\"1101\" height=\"1400\">\n<figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>via Nick Potok<\/em><\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s not that we\u2019re clean freaks, we\u2019re just organizationally obsessed. \ud83d\udc9c<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That\u2019s why we couldn\u2019t pick just one to share!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2026BTW, if you\u2019re anything like me and typically eat your snacks at your desk, you might want to wipe down your mouse for good measure. \ud83d\udc40\ud83d\uddb1<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"5-4-organize-your-computer-and-desktop-\">4. Organize your computer and desktop&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Having a custom desktop image can add some much-needed happiness to your day, but make sure your desktop screen is clean of stray files and downloads so you can see it!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If your desktop\u2019s real estate is hotter than the US housing market right now, try consensing individual files into relevant folders by category or department, and trash whatever simply doesn\u2019t belong.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Pro tip:<em> remember to empty your computer trash, too! <\/em>\ud83d\udeae<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"6-5-update-your-computer\">5. Update your computer<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>To keep things running fast, check for any updates!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you find yourself with 20 minutes of downtime, check your <strong><em>About This Mac<\/em><\/strong> tab from the apple-icon dropdown in the top left corner of your screen. Chrome, Evernote, Grammarly, and other plug-ins are also constantly updating to ensure they\u2019re performing at peak proficiency! Are you overdue for an app refresh?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"7-6-set-up-a-life-binder\">6. Set up a life binder<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This might not sound thrilling, but you will be so glad you did it!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Compile a binder or folder with important documents, numbers, passwords, and contacts that you always seem to forget or misplace. Keep everything together to avoid combing through your desk drawers the next time you need to re-enter that wifi pin number you set up five years ago.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"8-7-eliminate-distractions\">7. Eliminate distractions<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>More than just your physical workspace, how can you declutter your living space? If you <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/work-from-home-essentials\/\">work from home<\/a>, you might be working in the same place where you sleep, have lunch, read, and meal prep.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Improving the overall functionality of a space becomes even more important as you reduce your square footage, but small changes to organize or improve the feel of your major living areas can have a positive ripple effect on how you feel during both your personal and professional time.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And it doesn\u2019t have to take long!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Start with the dishes or quickly wipe down your surfaces, then, you can start thinking more critically about what larger functional changes you want to make. Consult the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thespruce.com\/feng-shui-tips-for-beginners-1274536\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">principles of feng shui<\/a> to ensure your changes are intentional and proven to help you <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/productivity-hacks\/\">boost remote work productivity<\/a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"9-8-tackle-your-closet\">8. Tackle your closet<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This gets its own mention because it is a huge task. Beyond organizing (by color, sleeve length, season, or all three), what can you downsize?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Creating the additional space can remind you of clothing you used to love but had since forgotten or reveal the staple items your wardrobe still needs.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is also a great time to pick out a few go-to outfits to eliminate daily <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/decision-fatigue\/\">decision fatigue<\/a> and the stress of getting dressed in the morning\u2014particularly when you\u2019re running behind!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But more importantly, consider <a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodwillaz.org\/locations\/?gclid=CjwKCAjwsJ6TBhAIEiwAfl4TWMij9qQJiHuyu9iHYrhftY4jQulnfNJ1puHKGH0_rXHAIbnwpf3M9BoCrSIQAvD_BwE\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">donating your unwanted pieces<\/a> or taking them to a consignment shop to give them new life!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"10-9-conquer-the-small-tasks-you%E2%80%99ve-been-putting-off-for-days-weeks-or-months\">9. Conquer the small tasks you\u2019ve been putting off for days, weeks, or months<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Clean out your car, update your registration, wash your makeup brushes, or re-season your cast iron\u2014we all have that \u201cthing\u201d that we know will only take a few minutes, but can\u2019t bring ourselves to do.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"11-10-review-your-budget-investments-and-savings\">10. Review your budget, investments, and savings<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>And if you don\u2019t have a <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/templates\/personal-budget-t-180546810\">personal budget<\/a> already, make one!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Even if it\u2019s just a list of major monthly expenses or subscriptions, this can help you take any element of surprise out of your finances. It can be scary to open your banking app every day, but it will help you make smarter spending decisions and bring you peace of mind.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The spare moments in your day could also be used to <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/teams\/finance\">review and manage financial options<\/a> like your 401K, or any matching opportunities your company is participating in! A little can go a long way. \ud83d\udc9c<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"12-anything-and-everything-%E2%9C%A8self-care%E2%9C%A8\">\ud83d\udec0\ud83c\udffc Anything and everything \u2728self-care\u2728<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Healthy habits lead to a healthier lifestyle (on the inside and the outside). Start here for tips and tricks to improve your mental and physical health during the extra minutes of your day.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"13-11-drink-some-water-\">11. Drink some water&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Seriously, how much water have you had today?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-36597\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/image11-2.gif\" alt=\"Spongebob guzzling water\" width=\"480\" height=\"360\">\n<figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Nickelodeon via <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/giphy.com\/gifs\/spongebob-season-1-episode-3ohuPoytvN0nsfIO1G\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>GIPHY<\/em><\/a><\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"14-12-tend-to-your-plants\">12. Tend to your plants<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It feels good to care for something, and if you don\u2019t have a pet, a plant is a solid starting point.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Take a pause in your day to clean its leaves, give it a spritz, and place it in the sun for a few minutes. Plus, plants clean the air through photosynthesis and improve stress levels.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But if you <em>do<\/em> have a pet, make sure the plant is either non-toxic to animals or out of their little reach.&nbsp; \ud83d\udc36<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"15-13-embrace-your-free-time-and-make-it-%E2%80%98me-time%E2%80%99\">13. Embrace your free time and make it \u2018me time\u2019<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This could be anything that simply makes you feel good. Your \u201cme time\u201d is precious! Use it wisely. Think \u201cself-care\u201d but without any major rules or judgment to hold you back.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/remote-work-tools\/\">work from home<\/a> or on-site, there\u2019s a real value in feeling good about yourself and how those positive feelings translate into your work ethic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Paint your nails, pop open a soda water on the patio, put on a hydrating face mask, or\u2014hot take\u2014just let yourself feel bored for a second. Life can move pretty fast, allow yourself the space to pause and <em>do nothing<\/em> because boredom breeds creativity! Return to your tasks from this break feeling refreshed and rejuvenated.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"16-14-upgrade-your-morning-routine\">14. Upgrade your morning routine<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Healthy habits breed a healthy lifestyle\u2014and health is wealth! Take pride in those little rituals that help you start your day in the best way possible, and prioritize even the smallest daily acts that put you in a good mood.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/how-to-have-a-productive-day\/\">productive day<\/a> starts with a full night\u2019s sleep and a big glass of water. Before you leave for work or sit down at your desk, can you fit in an easy walk or a nutritious meal to complement your morning coffee? Bonus points if you can get through your routine without checking your phone. \ud83e\uddd6\ud83c\udffc\u200d\u2640\ufe0f<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"17-15-move-your-body-\">15. Move your body&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Stretch, do yoga, or exercise, even at your desk!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Chair yoga <em>does exist<\/em>, so the excuse of feeling limited at your office cubicle does not count here. There are plenty of YouTube and fitness blogs that offer free resources to access and follow from virtually anywhere.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sitting in a desk chair, walking in heeled shoes, and working over a keyboard for hours at a time can do a real number on your hips, shoulders, neck, and back\u2014but you\u2019ll never regret the few minutes a day you spend correcting those habits. No matter how big or small the movements feel at the moment, it\u2019s working!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"18-16-meditate-or-pray\">16. Meditate or pray<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Meditation is fabulous and the benefits are endless! As little as 10 minutes of daily meditation can help you manage stress, increase self-awareness, focus on the present, reduce negative emotions, and gain a new perspective.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What they <em>don\u2019t<\/em> tell you though, is that meditation is actually pretty challenging!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Streaming platforms including YouTube, Spotify, and wellness apps like Headspace are great places to start if you\u2019re new to meditation. Try guided meditation and shop around for ones you like! There are tons of types of meditation too, so there\u2019s definitely one for you out there.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"19-17-go-on-a-walk\">17. Go on a walk<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Your dog is going to love this one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It sounds almost too easy, but walking for at least 30 minutes each day packs a ton of powerful mental and physical health benefits. Like Robert Frost\u2019s famous walks in the woods, taking a daily stroll can help clear your mind, boost your mood, improve the quality of your sleep, reduce stress, and benefit your overall self-perception. Seriously, what is there to lose?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Walking is also a great way to break away from your everyday bubble. Explore a new area in your neighborhood or city, and challenge yourself by either leaving your AirPods at home or testing out a <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/when-it-clicked-podcast-announcement\/\">new productivity podcast<\/a> or audiobook.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"20-check-in-with-your-present-and-future-self\">\ud83e\udde0 Check in with your present and future self<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Start by asking:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>How am I feeling?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How would I describe myself?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What are my goals?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Now consider how you\u2019d like to answer those questions next week, a month from now, or even several years down the line.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"21-18-meal-plan\">18. Meal plan<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Do you always seem to forget that <em>one thing<\/em> you really needed from the store every time you go?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Take the guesswork out of what you\u2019ll buy, what you\u2019ll do with it, and how much you\u2019ll actually consume in a week by making a list beforehand! Write down a few balanced recipes for each daily meal and a snack that you are sure to enjoy. Then construct your grocery list around those key ingredients.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Especially if you\u2019re someone who spends a considerable amount of time during your lunch break just staring into your fridge, give your future self a healthy nudge by making your meal-prepped options the obvious choice.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"22-19-revisit-your-new-year%E2%80%99s-resolutions\">19. Revisit your New Year\u2019s resolutions<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Where are you with your <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/short-term-vs-long-term-goals\/\">long-term or quarterly goals<\/a>?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is a great opportunity to reflect and give yourself a little pat on the back for the growth you\u2019ve worked hard for.&nbsp; And if you\u2019re not quite as far along as you hoped you\u2019d be, there\u2019s no time like the present to re-assess and <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/professional-goals-for-work\/\">make new strategic choices<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Check out these <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/new-years-resolution-templates\/\">new year\u2019s resolution templates<\/a>! <\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"23-20-make-your-daily-to-do-list-\">20. Make your daily to-do list&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Write down everything you have going on today and include more than just your work-related tasks. Need to take out the trash? Do the dishes? Wash your face? Load it up on your to-do list.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sometimes the hardest part of the day is just getting started, but allowing yourself that thrill of crossing even the smallest thing off of your list can boost your productivity in all the right places.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And you don\u2019t have to do it alone! Let a <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/online-to-do-list\">to-do list app<\/a> do the heavy lifting for you with enough flexibility to keep up with your busy day. From daily tasks to grocery lists, simple reminders, and more, you can lean on <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/best-productivity-tools\/\">productivity platforms<\/a> like ClickUp for every item on your calendar.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Not to mention, you\u2019ll never have to worry about leaving your list at home! Access your lists from your desktop, mobile phone, or browser tab.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"24-21-write-in-a-journal\">21. Write in a journal<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Our CEO, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/zebevansclickup\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Zeb Evans<\/a>, swears by this.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Reflect on your day, latest achievements, thoughts, feelings, and things you\u2019re grateful for. Journal writing is also the perfect place to begin manifesting your future self!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A fresh blank page can feel intimidating, but the good news is, there\u2019s no wrong way to journal.&nbsp; Write down quotes or mantras that are important to you, craft a letter to yourself, list your goals, and start sculpting the person you want to become.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Bonus: <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/how-to-journal-for-productivity\/\">How to Journal for Productivity<\/a>! <\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Here are some of our <\/em><\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/teamwork-quotes\/\"><strong><em>favorite quotes about teamwork<\/em><\/strong><\/a><strong><em> to help you get inspired!<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"25-personal-and-professional-development\">\ud83c\udf31 Personal and professional development<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Small productive things that make a big difference at home, at work, and in your relationships.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"26-22-take-a-personality-or-communication-style-quiz-\">22. Take a personality or communication style quiz&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This can not only teach you something new about yourself but help you better understand your peers too. Knowing how people like to be spoken to and how to work with them will take you far in every aspect of your life.&nbsp; Here are a few to get you started:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.16personalities.com\/free-personality-test\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The 16 Personalities<\/a> test by NERIS<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.leadershipiq.com\/blogs\/leadershipiq\/39841409-quiz-whats-your-communication-style\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Communication Style Quiz<\/a> by Leadership IQ<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.enneagraminstitute.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The RHETI<\/a> test by The Enneagram Institute<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.5lovelanguages.com\/quizzes\/love-language\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">5 Love Languages<\/a> quiz<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Plus, it\u2019s interesting! Any other <a href=\"https:\/\/www.16personalities.com\/enfp-personality\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">campaigners<\/a> out there? \ud83d\ude4b\ud83c\udffc\u200d\u2640\ufe0f<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"27-23-take-initiative-at-work\">23. Take initiative at work<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019ve got the bandwidth, this is the perfect time to lend a hand and pick up an extra responsibility, especially if the rest of your team is swamped. Or if you\u2019re full of ideas and not sure what to do with them, bring them together in a proposal or presentation and \u201cwow\u201d your boss with your proactivity and eye for detail!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"28-24-update-your-resume-or-linkedin-profile\">24. Update your resume or LinkedIn profile<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When was the last time you even <em>looked<\/em> at your resume?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s easier to <a href=\"https:\/\/jofibo.com\/resume-templates\">update your resume<\/a> or CV while your work responsibilities are fresh in your mind. It\u2019s also a bit of an ego-booster to think of all the ways that you add value to your team. Don\u2019t be afraid to brag about your professional accomplishments because trust me, everyone else is doing it too. \ud83d\ude0e<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"29-25-start-a-blog\">25. Start a blog<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Share your expertise and start a blog, you\u2019ve got nothing to lose and everything to give!&nbsp;These days there are a ton of AI <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/best-writing-tools\/\">writing tools<\/a> to help you overcome writer\u2019s block.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Bonus: Check out these <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/ai-writing-tools\/\">AI Writing tools<\/a>! <\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"30-26-improve-your-recall-\">26. Improve your recall&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Exercise your brain with sudokus, crosswords, trivia, and memory games! It\u2019s like trivia night, just without the buffalo wings. \ud83d\ude42<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"31-27-catch-up-on-your-industry-or-world-news\">27. Catch up on your industry or world news<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Staying on top of what\u2019s going on in the world or the latest new way your industry is innovating is a great way to keep you feeling grounded at work and ready for the day\u2014it can also help supplement your <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/water-cooler-conversation\/\">water cooler talk<\/a>! Even better, it doesn\u2019t have to take longer than 10 minutes a day to get caught up.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Look for a daily email newsletter that you <em>actually enjoy reading<\/em> like Morning Brew or Axios to eliminate the time you would otherwise spend piecing the information together yourself!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"32-28-practice-your-current-skills\">28. Practice your current skills<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There\u2019s always room to improve upon the skills you already have, and practicing is a great way to stay sharp with your technical abilities. Try a few practice problems or queries to turn your extra free time into yet another opportunity to maintain your edge.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Especially if you currently hold the record for most consecutive cornhole tosses in the office, make sure that title is still yours.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"33-29-learn-a-new-skill-\">29. Learn a new skill&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Down the same vein, what are the skills you\u2019ve been wanting to learn but never pursued? Take an online course, watch a tutorial, or start a new certification\u2014you don\u2019t have to be working toward a new degree to gain a valuable tool. Learning a new skill could take as little as an hour or maybe require a few quick minutes a day, but you\u2019ll never know until you simply start!&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"34-30-get-motivated-\">30. Get motivated&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Watch a motivational video, listen to a productivity podcast, or <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/book-recommendations-for-2021\/\">pick up a personal development book<\/a> to help you kick things into high gear.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Lucky for you, <strong><em>we\u2019ve created a list of our <\/em><\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/productivity-podcasts\/\"><strong><em>favorite productivity podcasts<\/em><\/strong><\/a> to give you a head start on your search.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"35-31-read-\">31. Read&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s been said that starting your day with <a href=\"https:\/\/medium.com\/personal-growth-lab\/4-reasons-why-you-should-read-every-single-morning-90571ea9b6bf#:~:text=And%20by%20reading%20in%20the,than%20watching%20TV%20or%20Netflix.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">15 minutes of reading<\/a> can help you feel more focused.&nbsp; Look for something enriching! Choose titles with substantive tips that will help you move forward in some area of your life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>P.S. audiobooks <em>do<\/em> count. \ud83d\ude09<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"36-32-watch-a-ted-talk-\">32. Watch a TED Talk&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This might sound like the responsible person\u2019s way of procrastinating, but TED Talks are definitely more nourishing for your brain than whatever is on Netflix right now, so we are giving this the green light. \ud83d\udea6<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Plus, there are a lot of TED videos. Seriously, a lot. Look for the mini-lectures that speak to your interests, passion, work, or relationships.&nbsp; When you start investing time in improving parts of yourself, everyone around you feels it too! Which is kind of a beautiful thing.&nbsp; Taking those first steps under the guidance of some of the best educators that TED has to offer is a no-brainer place to start.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On the flip side of that thought, your selection also doesn\u2019t have to be that deep! Take your mind off of whatever is weighing you down by watching one of Neil deGrasse Tyson\u2019s <strong>many<\/strong> TED appearances. \ud83d\ude80<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"37-serotonin-boosters-aka-good-old-fashioned-fun\">\ud83c\udfb6 Serotonin boosters (AKA good old fashioned fun)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This is my favorite section. \ud83d\udc83\ud83c\udffc<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"38-33-make-a-productivity-playlist\">33. Make a productivity playlist<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Does total silence ever feel a little too quiet? \ud83e\uddd0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are tons of playlists, stations, and artists perfect for boosting your concentration. Whether you are a <a href=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/playlist\/37i9dQZF1DX8Uebhn9wzrS?si=c1551e6ec894476a\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">long-time lofi follower<\/a> or love to listen to the Harry Potter movie\u2019s score, take a few free minutes to compile your favorite focus music to avoid <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/office-time-wasters\/\">wasting time<\/a> skipping songs or getting distracted.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"39-34-jam-out-to-your-favorite-song\">34. Jam out to your favorite song<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>I highly recommend <em>everything<\/em> on <a href=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/playlist\/1Zy1aohSkeyMXljhFTjYk5?si=004fae0b37e54e43\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">this playlist<\/a> by our very own DJ Rod and Joey Cox!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"40-35-treat-yourself-\">35. Treat yourself!&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>To coffee! For lunch! A snack!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"41-36-plan-your-next-vacay-stay-cay-or-weekend-getaway-\">36. Plan your next vacay, stay-cay, or weekend getaway&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Have a <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/productivity-plan\/\">productivity planning <\/a>day! Use this as an opportunity to be a tourist in your own city! You don\u2019t have to dip into your savings for a little fun. Do a little daydreaming and give yourself something exciting to look forward to at the end of the week.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"42-37-scope-out-a-new-location-to-work-or-study\">37. Scope out a new location to work or study<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This is a great way to shake up the day and change your surroundings. The days can easily run together when you\u2019re simply traveling from your bed to your home office and the couch, day in and day out, but checking out a new local spot can help give you a fresh outlook on your tasks.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And if you\u2019re anything like me, it also gives you a reason to brush your hair. \ud83d\udc87\ud83c\udffc\u200d\u2640\ufe0f<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"43-get-in-touch-with-your-creative-side\">\ud83c\udfa8 Get in touch with your creative side<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Ideas to express yourself in ways you might not have thought of before.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"44-38-connect-with-your-artistic-interests\">38. Connect with your artistic interests<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There are infinite ways to get creative during the day, but hear me out on this: start by getting a coloring book. Just do it.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"45-39-begin-a-diy-project\">39. Begin a DIY project<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Your home is your oasis! Even if you\u2019re a renter, there are tons of quick and easy DIY projects that can help you spruce up your space for little-to-no cost.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These projects are also a great way to boost your confidence as a reminder that you are capable of doing anything you set your mind to.&nbsp; Get in the habit of being proactive and creating the change you want to see around you by turning your house into the home of your dreams.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"46-40-start-a-new-hobby-\">40. Start a new hobby&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>One of my favorite quotes of the moment is \u201cyou don\u2019t have to be good at your hobbies.\u201d The unrealistic expectation of needing to be good at everything you do has the potential to hold you back from so many things that you might actually love but have never tried.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Experiment with making your own cocktails to round out the workday, learn to crochet, try a new recipe, or start playing the ukulele. Doing something because it makes you happy is the only reason you need to keep on doing it.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"47-41-pick-up-a-side-hustle\">41. Pick up a side hustle<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2026But if you <em>are<\/em> good at a particular hobby, can you turn it into a passion project?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"48-42-collect-and-preserve-your-favorite-memories\">42. Collect and preserve your favorite memories<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Personal share<\/em>: I recently went through my camera roll and selected about 100 of my favorite photos to print off with no intention of framing. That stack of 4\u00d76 pictures now lives at my desk, and I pick it up almost every day.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Most of them are of friends, places, pets, family, or just good memories that make me smile. \ud83e\udd72<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can take this same sentiment and make it your own through a single framed desk photo, a picture wall, or even an album as an easy reminder of the little things that make all your hard work worth it!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"49-43-create-a-vision-or-inspiration-board-\">43. Create a vision or inspiration board&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This is a common craft to do around the turn of the year but it\u2019s never too late to start! Especially since <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/vision-board-templates\/\">vision boards typically portray your inspiration<\/a> for the present-day version of yourself or ideas for the immediate future.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Take a look through Pinterest, your favorite magazines, and blogs for images, words, and role models that convey the values you want to keep at the forefront of your mind on a daily basis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also, what a cute thing to decorate your workspace with!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"50-%E2%98%8E%EF%B8%8Fphone-a-friend-or-colleague-or-family-member\">\u260e\ufe0fPhone a friend (or colleague, or family member)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Seriously, have you spoken to another human being today? Pick up the phone or take a stroll across your office to make those quick but important connections throughout your day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"51-44-catch-up-with-a-family-member-or-old-friend\">44. Catch up with a family member or old friend<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you can\u2019t chat right away, set up another time to talk that works for you both! Scheduling can be tough but there\u2019s always time to reconnect with someone you love.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"52-45-schedule-coffee-with-a-colleague-or-friend\">45. Schedule coffee with a colleague or friend<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Break up the weekday and hit \u201crefresh\u201d on your brain with a conversation that doesn\u2019t have to do with your work tasks. This also goes for Zoom! If your team is remote, throw 15-min on your coworker\u2019s calendar as a fun surprise. \u2615\ufe0f<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"53-46-network-online\">46. Network online<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Poke around some of your favorite platforms for upcoming seminars or sign up for a networking event to meet other peers in your industry. There are also plenty of forums, pages, and online groups to help you connect with new people in your professional community in the way you\u2019re most comfortable!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"54-47-write-an-email-to-a-coworker\">47. Write an email to a coworker<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Is there someone at your company who you admire but have never met? Or maybe someone across departments with a job you\u2019d like to learn more about\u2014send them a message! You\u2019ll never know until you ask.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"55-48-reach-out-to-potential-clients\">48. Reach out to potential clients<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Gauge their interest, send an introduction, or write thank you emails to potential clients or partners. Then, create templates from those emails to save even more time on this front in the future!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"56-doing-some-good\">\ud83e\udef6\ud83c\udffc Doing some good<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s never a bad time to lend a hand.\ud83d\udc9c\ud83e\udd84<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"57-49-shop-small\">49. Shop small<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Consider how you can support local businesses. It might feel easier to resort to the top most popular retailers out of habit, but there are definitely a ton of incredible small businesses found on sites like Etsy, or even locally right in your backyard.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Think: gifts, daily products, locally-grown food options, and cleaning supplies. There are always more options than the obvious choices!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"58-50-random-acts-of-kindness\">50. Random acts of kindness<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/about\">Random acts of kindness<\/a> are kind of a big deal to us. \ud83c\udf97<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There is so much going on in the world and it feels like the news never stops. It can be tough sometimes to get up and go to work as if everything is okay, even if we don\u2019t truly think it is.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you find yourself with a bit of spare time in your workday, spend it wisely by looking for causes and people to help. Donate to a charity, volunteer your time, or even, reach out to your company! Many businesses have <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/managing-project-budgets\/\">budgets set aside<\/a> or offer donation matching for this very scenario.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s always a good idea to give back. \ud83e\udd1d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>For more productivity ideas check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/productivity-hacks\/\">guide on productivity hacks<\/a>! <\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"59-start-seizing-the-day-with-clickup\">Start seizing the day with ClickUp!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>TL;DR: it\u2019s all about living intentionally!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Be present, purposeful, and <em>thoughtful<\/em> with how you use your time\u2014all of it! Your energy and effort are precious and honestly, life is too short to let it go to waste while scrolling on social media.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let the things you do while you\u2019re bored be reflective of who you are and who you want to be! You may find that this not only lowers your <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/reducing-workplace-anxiety\/\">level of daily stress<\/a>, but also helps you lead a generally happier and healthier life. And who wouldn\u2019t want that?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re feeling a little overwhelmed by all of the ideas on this list, no better place to start than at the top!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Organize your personal and professional needs in a fully customizable and easy-to-use productivity platform designed to help you succeed. \ud83d\udc9c<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Use your next spare minute to download <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/\">ClickUp<\/a> and start optimizing your to-do\u2019s for free, forever. \ud83d\ude80<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"60-faqs-frequently-asked-questions\">FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1764145513387\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Are short breaks during work actually good for productivity?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes\u2014short, intentional breaks improve focus, reduce mental fatigue, and increase sustained productivity compared to working nonstop. Micro-breaks of 5\u201315 minutes help reset attention without disrupting workflow.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1764145526262\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What are the most productive things to do when you only have 5 minutes?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Five-minute productivity wins include clearing one email thread, stretching, updating a to-do list, refilling water, or jotting down tomorrow\u2019s top priority. These small resets prevent time from getting wasted on low-energy scrolling.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1764145539793\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How do I stop boredom from turning into unproductive screen time?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Replace reactive habits (social media, random browsing) with pre-decided \u201cboredom defaults\u201d like journaling, quick planning, or light movement. Having a ready-made list of micro-tasks eliminates decision fatigue when energy dips.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1764145551458\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Can productivity apps really help with using spare time better?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes\u2014when used intentionally, a centralized tool like <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/signup\">ClickUp<\/a> helps turn idle minutes into structured progress through quick task capture, goal tracking, reminders, and digital notes across devices<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1764145569238\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What\u2019s the difference between resting and being unproductive during breaks?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Rest is intentional and restorative (walking, meditating, stretching), while unproductive behavior often feels numbing and leaves you more drained. 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