14 Productivity Tips That'll Motivate You (at Least Enough to Make it Through Today)

Updated 6/19/2020

We've got some Twitter tips for you to get you through that mid-week slump.

The middle of the week always calls for a little extra motivation, which is why we’re going to help you get through hump day as smoothly as possible.

The best way to stay productive when you’re only halfway done? Take a break! We love to stalk Twitter in our free time (for useful purposes, of course). So there’s nothing wrong with taking 20 minutes for yourself, whether that means watching puppy videos (Husky Puppy Cam is my personal favorite) or taking a walk around the block. You’d be surprised how much better—and more productive—you’ll feel when you step away from your work for a second.

For more productivity tips, check out the tweets we’ve collected while perusing Twitter.

The best way to multiply #productivity is not to do more but to do less, on better activities. pic.twitter.com/K3dvdAT4wk
— Robin Sharma (@RobinSharma) October 4, 2015

Rarely have I seen a situation where doing less than the other guy is a good strategy -Jimmy Spithill #productivity pic.twitter.com/dct2RXwnz0
— zebecs (@zebecs) October 3, 2015

"How many times did you say 'no' today?" -Steve Jobs (great question to learning to be laser-focused) #productivity pic.twitter.com/o6R4pk4WUr
— Maritza Lizama (@MaritzaTweetza) October 12, 2015

Having a bad day? Smile. When you smile, you encourage others to smile-it's contagious! A happy worker is a productive #worker.
— Erin Kennedy, CPRW (@ErinKennedyCPRW) October 12, 2015

Take time every day to reflect on the big picture. This helps adjust your priorities #productivity
— Toggl (@toggl) October 12, 2015

Drop people who are constantly ripping you down. They’ll fill your head with a stream of doubts that you might drown in #Productivity #Time
— Muhammad Alshareef (@shMuhammad) October 6, 2015

"Nothing is less productive than to make more efficient what should not be done at all." Peter F. Drucker
— Vito La Fata (@vitoglafata) October 12, 2015

Defining your career goals will help you make necessary steps toward a satisfying work life. What are your goals? pic.twitter.com/EFgmg8XVv0
— Melva @Career Coach (@thecareercoach) October 8, 2015

Creating to do lists is a common practice for successful people. What's on your to do list today? #PutInTheWork pic.twitter.com/yhxBFZmcCb
— Melva @Career Coach (@thecareercoach) October 7, 2015

Avoid burnout by taking a walk around the office at least once an hour. #jobtips #Careertips #office
— ResumeOnDemand (@ResumeOnDemand) October 12, 2015

Most people can only be extremely productive in 20 minute slots.Take 2 every 20 mins to rest your eyes & stretch your legs #ProductivityTips
— MyOnlinePA (@MyOnlinePA) October 12, 2015

Feeling disorganized? Start by tidying your desk #tidydesktidymind #productivitytips #productivityninja
— Think Productive CAN (@ThinkProdCanada) October 12, 2015

Email distracting you? Try only checking it twice per day to focus on one thing at a time #productivitytips #productivityninja
— Think Productive CAN (@ThinkProdCanada) October 11, 2015

Enjoy these #productivitytips! pic.twitter.com/b8E4a0wZPM
— Lane Kennedy (@lanekennedy) October 7, 2015

Did I miss anything? Tweet me your Wednesday motivation!

Photo of hiker courtesy of ShutterStock.

Previously an editor for The Muse, Alyse is proud to prove that yes, English majors can change the world. She’s written almost 500 articles for The Muse on anything from productivity tips to cover letters to bad bosses to cool career changers, many of which have been featured in Fast Company, Forbes, Inc., CNBC's Make It, USA Today College, Lifehacker, Mashable, and more. In addition to being an avid writer and reader, Alyse loves to dance, both professionally and while waiting for the subway. You can follow her work on her website, Twitter, or LinkedIn.