Have you ever had one of those crazy days? The ones where you’re drowning in assignments and you stay up all night to complete them. Eventually, you’re left rifling through your desk just to find the things you need to finish up.

What if I told you, you can survive your busiest days? All you need to do is organize your desk. And don’t worry, you won’t have to break the bank to do it either. Essentially, you just need to organize your study space to make it easier to get things done.

Here are some staple items to spruce up your desk!

Laptop stand

A repetitive strain injury is no joke!

Have you ever wondered why your neck hurts sometimes? Well, oftentimes we’re bending our necks to view our screen. Plus, squinting our eyes too! All of which leads to neck pain and eye strain.

But don’t worry! We have the solution to your problem. A laptop stand. Apart from being widely used for its ergonomic benefits, it’s inexpensive and adds some style to your desk too. But most importantly, once you’re comfortable, it will increase your productivity levels and help you complete those assignments!

Digital clock

You might be wondering if you need a digital clock. Well yes, yes do. It’s the perfect way to remain focused while studying. That way, you don’t have to check the time using your phone and end up scrolling on TikTok for hours.

In addition, it’s helpful to know when to take a break or join a meeting.

Desk organizer

“Maybe I should write this down.”

If you don’t have a notebook or sticky notes close by, you’re likely to feel frustrated. Now you have to interrupt your study session and find some paper nearby. But, if you have a desk organizer, you can grab anything you need immediately.

You can use it to store pencils, paper and planners. The list goes on.

It’s another way to maximize your desk space. And keep it tidy too!

Desk lamp

Since we’re glued to our desks, it’s only fair to have good lighting. A good desk lamp will allow you to study at different times of the day. Who knows maybe you like studying at night.

Depending on your preference, you should consider getting an adjustable desk lamp. That way, you can be productive anytime! And you can always search on Amazon or Ikea for one and find something in your budget.

Keyboard mat

Even if you own a laptop, a keyboard mat will come in handy. Let’s take a look at some of the benefits:

• Helps to protect your desk from scratches and stains
• Helps to define your workspace by removing clutter
• Provides an enhanced surface for writing while helping to keep keyboards in position

Now that you’re aware of everything to add to your desk, it’s time to go shopping. Remember, you don’t have to break the bank, you can get these essentials at Walmart or Amazon at a reasonable price or even possibly find some items second-hand. And if you need ideas for the best desk setup, you can always watch TikTok videos.

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