• Take some time to warm-up and cool-down. Instead of rolling in at 9am {or later}, try getting to work a little early so you can think through your day and begin to mentally prepare for the tasks ahead. Similarly, do the same at the end of the day to set up your work stations for the next day, clearing any clutter or debris.
• Rearrange your desktop. Many companies practice a quiet time in which all technology is shut off for the purpose of distraction-free time.  Why not schedule some quiet time for yourself in which you rework your space and get organized. Some quick fixes are: 1) place your most used items, like your phone or stapler, within easy reach, 2) move your keyboard and mouse so that they are centered in front of you, an inch or two above your legs with the aid of an adjustable keyboard traycan help optimize your work space, and 3) try upgrading to an ergonomic keyboard to increase your comfort and productivity.
• Prioritize your day. Instead of emailing or returning calls, start the day with the most important tasks so you can maximize your freshest time. It’s important not to let low priority tasks interrupt you constantly throughout the day.
• Stand up! Take quick breaks to stretch and refocus.  You should physically stand up and stretch your back, neck, and shoulders every hour to relax muscles and ease any discomfort. Many workers enjoy a rolled up towel or portable lumbar support cushion for better back support.
• Try sound masking.  The average worker is distracted more than 2 hours every day, so take the bull by the horns and cover that distraction!

Prioritizing your work day, deliberately taking breaks to refresh for the next task, as well as evaluating work space to determine what tools, such as an ergonomic keyboard or sound masking, will help lower work-related injuries and strains, thus reducing stress and employee turn-over.