12 cheap purchases to boost your productivity

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In this video, I share 12 simple things I've bought that help me be more productive, and they all cost less than $20. Enjoy x
Links:
Bullet journal: geni.us/bulletjournalunder20
Magic whiteboard: geni.us/magicwhiteboardpaper
A3 pad: geni.us/a3pad
Sharpies: geni.us/sharpieset
Sticky notes: geni.us/stickynotesset
Water bottle: geni.us/timewaterbottle
Foam roller: geni.us/foamrollershort
Make Time: geni.us/maketimebook
Candle: geni.us/vanillacandle
In-tray: geni.us/intray
Waste basket: geni.us/wastebasket
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If we haven’t yet before - Hey 👋 I’m Ali, a doctor-turned-entrepreneur and I’ve somehow become the world’s most followed productivity expert. Through my videos here on this channel, my podcast Deep Dive and writing, I share evidence-based strategies and tools to help you be more productive and build a life you love.
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00:00 Intro
00:09 Bullet journal
01:00 Magic whiteboard
01:55 A3 pad
02:24 Sharpies
03:21 Sticky notes
06:15 Water bottle
07:07 Foam roller
08:51 Make Time
09:54 Candle
12:19 In-tray
13:33 Waste basket

[@aliabdaal]

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[@etmanabas9259]

Mr Ali I am talking to you from Somalia I always watch your videos, keep it up bro

[@zr9377]

@@etmanabas9259 😢h

[@anupshete1234]

Please provide link for study with me Playlist ❤

[@divyadharszini552]

Where's your 'Study with me' Playlist link?...It doesn't available in description

[@nellefindlay]

I personally follow the 'inverse Pomodoro method' Where I do 5 minutes of work and then 25 minutes of 'work'.

[@finn-gb1px]

Why is this me 😂

[@abhayshah4687]

Lmao

[@bindibandanamohanty4139]

Omg🤣😭

[@ruobingchen9995]

What a lovely strategy ❤ get something done whilst taking a (long) break

[@prinzexisalowqualityytber]

i do the "adrenaline" method where i take a break the whole day and rush at night, night as in 12:00 AM

[@stevenhudson6354]

Success is not built on success. It's built on failure, It's built on fraustration. it's built on fear that you have to overcome. I pray that anyone who reads this will be successful in life

[@maryperry2460]

You are right.!

[@maryperry2460]

That is why I had to start forex trading 2months ago and l now am making benefits from it.!

[@carlgarza556]

And I can even say she is the sincere broker I know....

[@hannahweaver8768]

Please how do I contact her

[@rebeccagilbert7691]

It's not about watching videos and wasting your time and strategy

[@bethmariematos1758]

My favorite thing about this video is how much you smile about each and every thing you showed because it shows how passionate you are about them. It was super refreshing 😊

[@ashikulshrestha6569]

For anyone who needs it, the 12 purchases are: - Bullet journal - Magic white board - A3 pad - Sharpies - Sticky notes - Water bottle - Foam roller - Make time - Candle - In-tray - Waste basket - Fake plants

[@Slorezo]

missed the fake plant

[@farzadjahanfard]

Save 15 minutes for me ❤

[@mamak2066]

where are the links?

[@ashikulshrestha6569]

@@Slorezo thanks for mentioning it, i added it!

[@VinaySingh-no9rc]

not productive at all

[@DavidConant]

Great video. Key thing I found with Bullet Journaling; don’t make the activity of journaling more intensive than the mental organizing it was supposed to help. See. Way to many overcomplicate their journals where they lose productivity and active recall and give up.

[@warrenjoseph76]

This whole overthinking “productivity” is what’s pointless. If anyone is using all of the stuff Ali’s suggesting here (and Notion 🤮), they’re being completely counterproductive and probably stressing themselves out that they’re “not doing it right”.

[@jayparekh1307]

​@@warrenjoseph76why so much hate man. I can agree that didn't work for you but it can work for others.

[@essfazo]

What I really need to be more productive Is stop being obsessed with Ali's videos 🤦‍♀️💜

[@meqrenalmutairi]

Aren't we all!

[@senjuty]

Couldn't agree more about the Sharpie/ bold point pens. It does affect our thinking process translation directly. Specially when we are trying to organize/ summarize the bigger picture.

[@oumaima.bouhaddou]

if there is one single person in this whole globe who brings much value to my life, it must be Ali. Thank you.

[@AdrianeCapuyonfitness]

the pen flick at 2:56 was so smooth! i love that bro hahah

[@steffenmonnich9532]

This video takes me back to the vibe of your Cambridge flat videos, looking forward to see the new flat tour. Really appreciate your videos and the deep dive podcast is really great at every episode. Continue what you do 😊

[@shayanbeyrooti9633]

Wanna say it simple: I always enjoy your videos and you have an impact way more than you think. Hope to see you always happy and keep going

[@jahnaviganguly6078]

Why was this video more cute than helpful. Don't get me wrong, it's very helpful. But Ali talking about things like sticky notes and sharpies so excitedly is adorable. 😩😩💚💚

[@thesuvdaa]

We need bullet journal guide from Ali 😂

[@dianarustamova8921]

I love it when I sit at home after hardworking day and watching his videos cz it helps me to keep dreaming about epic future

[@SCarboni]

I think part of your success to productivity is your positivity and genuinity. Keep it up!

[@iArifAhmad]

08:46 Ali be like 'Paint me like one of your french girls'

[@Kelson01]

2:58 That sharpie spin was nice 👌

[@obeytweety]

Love this video, Ali. These little things make work fun.

[@maidaanwar1543]

Ohmygawd the sticky note hack, thankyou so much. I had stopped using sticky notes for that very annoying reason, will surely start using them again now!

[@pradeepvincentmusic]

4:15 Ali filming B-roll while filming A-roll is the most Ali thing ever 😂😂😂

[@coltonwoloski693]

Just watching your videos motivates me - without even implementing these things! Thanks Ali!!

[@thegreengatsby9803]

Love you, Ali! You inspire me to do better from all the content you create :D 💁🏽‍♀️🙆🏽‍♀️🙌🏽

[@heinfinance]

Thank you for sharing these cool affordable gadgets, Ali. I want to try Magic whiteboard to plan out my goals, create bucket list and vision board for 2023😃

[@7amzawi-Senpai]

very nice video when I was in the university i was using plastic sheets roll on the Wall or the Door 😅😅 and really was helpful especially in Brainstorming new ideas and when i want to review my subjects

[@TheSchoolOfInspiration]

OMG, Dr. Abdaal! The white board and A3 writing pad are game changers for me. Thanks so much. 😊

[@EmmaMarch]

I love this video ! It's just so relatable, I predict great success for this video haha

[@Solo50plus]

That post-it note tip!! 🌟🙌🏽

[@pnwlady]

Love your content! And the speed. I have all of these, thanks for inspiring me to use them. 😛

[@PokhrajRoy.]

It’s so cute to see you get into scented candles.

[@imsophiama]

I finally found the magic whiteboard I've been looking for!! thank you

[@PinkFlowers365]

Didn't know about the magic whiteboard too cool ty!

[@Faz_Plays]

I do the sticky notes on the monitor too! I'm always looking at it so it's a great place to put reminders.

[@rialfood]

yess!! the bullet journal ❤️

[@spencerrusnell558]

I can't wait for your book!!

[@TeishaPriest]

Thank you! My habit of putting sticky note reminders on my monitor has been validated! 😂

[@KafaJunkie]

Total side note: I never click on videos based on their thumbnail, I always read titles. And I logged into KZbin to get some Chill LoFi tunes going while I work. But I saw this thumbnail with the Peel Tear Stick box and couldn't help myself. I clearly have no self-control, and my resistance against your thumbnail design is futile lol GJ!!

[@Better-na-better]

I love your videos. Thank you!

[@hypatia4754]

Ali discovers the notebook. Yay!

[@meditate2integrate]

Next discovery for Ali: the electronic bill

[@annaspeaks373]

It’s a first time I see magic whiteboard, love that😍

[@pride4universe]

Nice video Ali! Also make video about other products that help you boost your productive.. Exactly which HP music do you listen while doing your work? 😊

[@sineadryan4424]

Note to self: Cling film whiteboard Make Time book by Jake Knapp + John Zeratsky

[@meldailyy]

Excited to watch!

[@MUSIC-yx7bw]

I just love his vibe 💕. PERIOD

[@jingjingceramics]

Never knew I needed the tutorial of how to properly take sticky notes off, but I did. :D

[@bl_nk284]

Also with the candle it's a type of smell therapy, so essentially when your body associates a certain smell with work, when you smell the specific smell, your brain just automatically turns on.

[@danielbelean]

wow the magic whiteboard seems so cool haha!

[@Investing_With_Andrew]

Smart idea with the whiteboard, gonna steal that 😅

[@sufyanmaan]

productivity guru! Thanks, Ali

[@moneyliticbysachinanil6764]

loved the "pen flip trick" that you did @ 2:55

[@Ecom_Ed]

Another awesome video! Thank you!

[@pradeepvincentmusic]

8:52 That sitting down shot for continuity 🤌🏽🤌🏽🤌🏽

[@atokbmdt7412]

I'm gonna said that your voice was so calming to hear. TQ for the tips

[@jabathy]

Just started watching your vids even though it’s 4am and I should’ve been asleep 4 hours ago. But I’m hoping this is the start of saving my life.

[@PraseenaPrabhakar]

omg i did not know that about the sticky notes!!!!!! you are so cool

[@chiragwadhwa917]

That Whiteboard sheet is really good, thanks for letting me know.

[@bradleynaidoo]

So informative thank you 🙏🏾

[@hussainawardhawala7348]

You're so real. Love that!

[@warrioryt7037]

You are one of my favorite KZbinrs of all time

[@amalgamofq]

That cling film whiteboard is genius

[@furqanshafiofficial]

A good management helping guide video ❤

[@HonzaPokorny]

Still waiting for that Bullet Journal video. :)

[@ariadnanaspleda8962]

Happy to see that I've been doing most of this things :)

[@sandeepdehal711]

Amazing Video Ali . . . . Please include the plants in the background . . . They make your enviornment more productive . . .

[@Mrparis123]

Ali , you are amazing because you want to inspire others :D

[@PriyanshuSinhaYT]

Love your videos ❤️

[@weixiaotiffy]

THat sticky note hack was something i never knew i needed!!!

[@juliavandermerwe5384]

i love that your ideal background music is things like lord of the rings and pirates of the Caribbean 👌👌❤❤

[@sasyscarborough]

Great post, I do use the post it note app for desktop though, so my monitor screen has post its that i can colour, type on, add links to etc make things very handy.

[@ladiesperfume]

Thanks for the sticky notes tip!

[@mattmatt687]

Hi Ali just found your site and subscribed, just watch this video, great content and look forward to viewing more 👍

[@RiteshSinha0807]

@Ali Abdaal - I’ve been following you since 2019 and you’ve been my KZbin star. Honest feedback: somehow I like more of your tech reviews, book reviews and productivity videos than watching stuffs to buy under $20….You still remain the best for me - hence the feedback :)

[@AylaMehndi]

SUPER HELPFUL! THANKS

[@hey8957]

Love the content Ali...the purchases are both affordable and accessable

[@hdk0914]

Thanks for great video. I wanna know more about how to use A3 pad :)

[@subzerogaming3603]

2:57 nice thumb around with the pen, it was super clean :D

[@seekingdepth]

I always get so much value from your videos! Kudos for that! ❤🍀 A video idea for you to consider- How to decide if you’re better suited for business or employment?

[@JorgePadilla]

Be safe using the foam roller try to avoid the lumbar as it can lead to more pain

[@LSI87]

Very helpfull , Tank you Dr.Ali Abdaal .🤝

[@AliasEveWatches]

That magic white board is so cool! First time to see one. 😅

[@FZ-bk9kh]

I love them!

[@bookhuggah]

Another thing I do is to empty out the envelopes for bills and statements and letters etc, and then recycle them as they arrive in the bin by the kitchen trash bin (removing any plastic windows from them) and recycle the extra pieces that I don’t need to keep. The rest goes into the front file (inbox) of a bin on my desk and then about once a month or so, I sort out the contents into the other folders in that bin for storage as they’re more convenient and active things than the other files in the storage space. Those get accessed once a year and then the last possible year of tax needs are removed and decluttering of the rest happens again. If any of the active files have been archived they get added to the storage area. Everything from the last few decades (medical records and other important documents) fits into a small moving box that is in a out of the way spot. I like the system so far.

[@WillCarrollHamilton]

Sticky notes are awesome!

[@mohamedhussain3813]

I need to make time to read the book "Make Time"

[@OriginalTrevor]

Hey Ali, i loved this video and all the tips you gave! However, I couldn’t find the link to the study playlist you mentioned. Is there any way you could add it please?

[@bookhuggah]

An Amazon box is a great way to recycle into your own papers bin for your desk. It’s usually the right size for me, and it’s easy to use as a semi regularly emptied bin (like I have yet to empty my current one and it is over a year old.. but that’s me). They’re usually about the size of the wicker basket bin, but they are flatter instead of taller. Anyways, maybe this will help some people out.

[@susanbarnhart1616]

Plus you can recycle the whole thing! The box as well as the contents.

[@lyl3645]

I digitized most of these productivity tools… I still use some of them. 😊

[@individual69]

watchin the video and then lookin around me reminds me how ive those stuff around my setup unintentionally but then realising they kinda helps as to what i do lol

[@ZoeysMusings]

That magic whiteboard is on my wish list. Fake plants do spark joy lol I'm tickled funny that you refer to pee as "wee" 😂 I go through candles like candy 😁😩Great, practical video 🙂

[@TheWealthNavigator7]

Surprisingly good ideas😋

[@zishankhair6636]

Always lovely to see your videos! From bangladesh 🇧🇩

[@stevesimpson9631]

That subtle Sharpie flick at 2:58 😅😅😅

[@profkam]

great tips thank you

[@mzs5383]

Bro legit ended up buying 4 of these things. Let's see if this works out. Thanks for sharing.

[@SquarePenix.]

This guy makes more videos about being productive than actually being productive

[@noobtopro2108]

The foam roller part was the best 😂😂😂

[@Khh.murad12]

Thank you Ali🌹

[@SallyZhouPsych]

I am glad that these are somewhat budget friendly, xD.

[@hiimsimon_]

Handy tips! ❤

[@ashleymoore997]

Great stuff my friend

[@nikitaunni]

Would bullet journaling be as effective on iPads? I've tried for years and I've never quite got to grips with it, and I'm wondering if that's just me being distracted or if it is actually known to be more effective with paper and pen? Great video as usual! :)