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Tip #5,955 • 2 people found helpful

An organized office is one of the keys to success. Making your space both attractive and efficient will increase your productivity and your pride in your work.

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Set aside a day each quarter to clean your office. Clean equipment, get rid of accumulating junk, purge paper and electronic files and go through your email inbox.

Tip #4,509 • 12 people found helpful

If you work from home, still dress each day as if you are going into the office. It will put you in a "work" frame of mind.

Tip #4,200 • 13 people found helpful

Consider collecting a "down payment" when starting a project with a client to ensure your company has a healthy cash flow.

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If you are self-employed and have a home office, consider taking the home office tax deduction to save on both income and social security taxes.

Tip #3,159 • 20 people found helpful

Sit on an exercise ball in your office. This will improve inner core strength, stretch your back and legs and help prevent hips from spreading.

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Whenever you are tempted to purchase or download a productivity app or tool, keep in mind that most of what makes you more productive relates to the strategies and effort you apply, not primarily the technology. Read More

Tip #3,051 • 14 people found helpful

If running a small business, encourage customers to pay quickly by offering a discount of a certain percentage if their bill is paid within 10 days.

Tip #2,499 • 23 people found helpful

When working from home, establish a set schedule to improve organization and productivity.

Tip #638 • 16 people found helpful

To relieve pain from too much typing or carpal tunnel syndrome, put your hands in the classic prayer position with fingers up and thumbs against your chest. Slowly lower your hands until you feel your muscles stretching. Repeat.

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Tip #641 • 13 people found helpful

To relieve pain from too much typing or carpal tunnel syndrome, straighten your arms in any direction. Breathe in and clench your fists for five seconds then relax and gently shake out hands before repeating.

Tip #639 • 13 people found helpful

To relieve pain from too much typing or carpal tunnel syndrome, put your hands in the classic prayer position except with your fingers pointed downward. Slowly raise your hands until you feel the stretch. Repeat.

Tip #1,579 • 12 people found helpful

If self-employed, don't forget to check into the tax implications. Great information can be found at http://www.irs.gov/Businesses/Small-Businesses-&-Self-Employed/Self-Employed-Individuals-Tax-Center.

Tip #996 • 12 people found helpful

Create a "phone box" with small toys and activities for your children to do when you're on the phone. Only get it out when you are on a call, so it is a treat.

Tip #919 • 11 people found helpful

If you work from home, go through the same morning routine that you would if you had to go to a workplace. It will make you feel more energetic and will increase your productivity.

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Tip #1,578 • 9 people found helpful

If working from home when others are around, use a Do Not Disturb sign on your office door to help eliminate interruptions.

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Tip #640 • 9 people found helpful

To relieve pain from too much typing or carpal tunnel syndrome, open your arms wide at should level with thumbs pointing up and fingers spread out. Slowly rotate hand so your thumbs point slightly to the rear. Hold for a few seconds then relax.

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