Being Productive

This one is more of a book report, so to speak, of an article I read that I wanted to capture. It's pretty obvious, but I'd still like to keep the list. So, here goes. This list is 8 facts that just knowing will make you more productive. This is the original link.

So here's the list:

1. Simply starting a task will make it much easier to finish
2. Multitasking is actually impossible and you should probably stop trying to do it.
3. Your willpower is a finite resource that can be used up more quickly than you realize.
4. Small mindless tasks, like checking Facebook, can trick your brain into thinking it's accomplished something worthwhile.
5. Shorter, more focused bursts of work will make sure you aren't diluting your energy.
6. Writing a realistic to-do list of goals and deadlines in the morning can keep you focused.
7. Sleep allows you to recharge and enables ideas to materialize in your head naturally.
8. Good, old-fashioned practice is still the most effective path to becoming more productive. There are no perfect shortcuts!

Nothing earthshattering here, but pretty obvious. I do believe there is some variation due to personalities, but generally correct.