I know this sounds counter intuitive, but in order to be more productive, you need to take time to relax.
If you don’t, you’ll burn out. Plus, if you always feel like you should be working, you’ll always be stressed – and will therefore be less productive.
It doesn’t have to be a trip to the beach (although that is a great way to do it!), but make sure you take time off.
It could be a few hours here and there to read a book by your favorite author, or a trip to the spa, or even just a dinner out with friends.
As long as you get to relax and recharge, when you get back to work you’ll be more excited, and get more done.
If you’d like to see other tips that are a part of the series, check out 30 Days to a More Productive Business.