Sometimes the most productive thing is saying no, even when it feels selfish.
Writing tasks by hand helps me see what needs doing first.
I used to cram my carry-on with multiple outfit changes and gadgets to stay 'prepared' on the road. In Lisbon, the constant digging for cables and deciding what to wear each morning wasted a solid hour of prime work time daily. Now I travel with a capsule wardrobe and one universal adapter, period. The mental clarity from less decision fatigue is a game-changer for getting actual work done abroad.
Digital boarding passes save trees and time, but erase the tangible anticipation of travel.