Have you ever had those days when work-life balance is hard to attain? We all have. The to-do list just seems to grow as soon as you mark a task complete. The term "work smarter" comes to mind, but it is easier said than done. Don't lose hope, though. There are hidden treasures and gadgets for every budget size that can help you stay organized and boost productivity. You may already have work hacks in your home or office that can be utilized, so no need to spend extra money.
Computer Shortcuts: If you do significant work on the computer, you can shave off 10-20 minutes just by knowing a few keyboard shortcuts. You may print out a list of keyboard shortcuts for free online. I like the Cheat Sheet Desk Pad, because it doubles us as a chart of frequently used keyboard shortcuts and a mousepad. I like the fact that I can find a shortcut in little time and my mouse glides smoothly across the pad. The color coding is a helpful added touch.