There's a reason why movies like Office Space and shows like The Office are so popular. These comedies poke fun at what many workers have experienced firsthand: The drudgery of the 9-to-5 grind, inflexible and perhaps baffling office politics, and a workload that's dictated by others. However, we have good news for you - your best self doesn't have to be put on hold even if you don't feel like you control your workday. By taking a look at common productivity challenges and how to overcome them, you can own your productivity in the office. The key is saying no to non-essential tasks, scheduling focused time, tracking your time, blocking distractions, managing meetings, communicating with coworkers, creating extrinsic motivation, finding intrinsic motivation, and automating busywork. By implementing these strategies, you can make the most of your focus time blocks, prioritize what matters, take control of your schedule, stay focused on your tasks, manage interruptions, find music that helps you concentrate, create autonomy, pursue mastery, and discover purpose in your work.