4. Take a break. One of the easiest ways to increase your productivity is to get up and step away from whatever you're working on. This will help you gain a new perspective. How many times have you just sat there staring at your computer, yet you got very little or absolutely nothing done? These are what Ririan calls, "brain-dead moments." What's the point in trying to think when your brain has temporarily checked-out? Get your body involved in some kind of physical activity, i.e., walk, stretch, etc. You will go back feeling refreshed and renewed.

1. Learn to use your on-board computer. I'm not talking about your laptop, your Blackberry, or the like; instead, I'm referring to your innate ability to program your thoughts to mentally prepare for carrying out your tasks. This simple technique involves setting aside a few minutes each day visualize the completion of a given project.

2. Take a power nap! Sometimes I work as a substitute teacher. I am amazed at how productive children are once they have taken a nap. Entrepreneurial blogger, Stephen Pratik, quotes a Washingtonpost.com article which states, "sleep scientists have discovered advantages to napping, which they view not just as solace but also as something akin to brain food." The article cites a 25-year survey conducted by researchers at the University of Haifa in Israel showing that naps, when taken in the workplace, can increase productivity and reduce "general crabbiness."

3. Know your peaks and valleys. All of us have a natural rhythm and a specific time when we are most productive. Some people are morning people; some people are afternoon people. The key here is know your peak productivity rhythm and plan to work on your big projects during that time.