We all have days where it feels like everything is in our way. On those days, our productivity levels fall off drastically. Fortunately, we can set ourselves up for success with productive habits in place. Swim with the current instead of against it, and you can move mountains. Here are some things to consider to increase your daily productiveness.

Wake Up Earlier

The day doesn’t have to start with alarm clocks ringing and a mad dash toward the door; you can avoid the morning panic and set yourself up for a productive day by simply waking up earlier. Set your alarm clock to wake you up 15 minutes before your typical time. An extra 15 minutes doesn’t seem like much, but it can allow your body to wake up with a hot cup of coffee or a brisk morning jog. Finish your morning with a daily routine to set yourself up for the day ahead.

Keep the Phone Off

We live in a time when our phones are always within arms’ reach. Smartphones make our lives easier with every new technological advancement, but they tend to consume us, too. Surprisingly, many people don’t realize that you can start the day off without checking your phone. Additionally, you may not even need to check it at all! Keep your phone off or on airplane mode unless you’re expecting emergency calls.

Commute with a Companion

The morning commute tends to be a long drive, bus, or train ride in zombie land. Rather than mindlessly zoning out during your morning commute, opt to use that time to improve yourself in some manner. Consider bringing along a book or podcast to feed your mind as you travel to work. You will grow every day and arrive at work with a fresh mind, too.

Take Breaks

Humans aren’t supposed to be in one place for too long or work for extended hours without breaks. A brief break every hour can rejuvenate your mind and refresh your body. Consider getting up for a walk to the bathroom, water cooler, or snack machine every hour to enhance your daily productivity levels.

Productive people have productive habits that remove the need for decisions and improve their ability to get things done. It takes some time, but you can up your game with the right measures in place. These tips will help you on your path to productivity success.