Productivity is hard to achieve, even harder to maintain. In such a hectic modern world, it can be difficult to stay focused. There are many apps and programmes designed to help, but can anything really beat the traditional handwritten note for collecting your thoughts and ensuring your memos are in one place? Handwritten notes are quicker, easier and don’t rely on battery power.

With World Productivity Day on 20th June, we’ve showcased our best products for upping your productivity and increasing your organisation.

Leuchtturm Bullet Journal

A new kind of journaling; the Leuchtturm Bullet Journal ensures everything you put down on paper is quick and easy to read at a later date. Utilising an innovative bullet point system and encouraging brevity of notes, you’ll be more organised in no time. Available in black or emerald green.

Cross Tech3+ Multifunction Pen

With every writing type you could need housed in one stylish pen, you’ll no longer be fumbling around in a pencil case to find another. It's great for students and business people alike to jazz up your notes. Including black and red ballpoints, 0.5mm pencil, pencil eraser and touch-screen stylus, this multifunction pen is suitable for traditional writing and the digital age. Available in a range of colours.

Moleskine Smart Writing Set

Blurring the lines between the traditions of handwriting and modern technology, the Moleskine Smart Writing Set turns your handwritten notes straight into digital text for emailing and sharing with colleagues. Perfect for when you need to share those important meeting notes, but don’t want to have to type them up.

Filofax Saffiano Compact Zip Organiser

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Combining an elegant fashion accessory with the practicality of a diary, The Filofax Saffiano Compact Zip Organiser is perfect for keeping you organised wherever you are. Its slim design is suited for carrying with you, plus its built-in pen loop means you'll always have a pen handy. The Filofax also features an elasticated pocket, plenty of space for cards and an internal zipped pocket. With so many interchangeable refills available, this little organiser can help you keep track of everything for years to come. Available in a range of colours.

Moleskine Professional Notebook

Each page of the Moleskine Professional Notebook is numbered and can be logged in the content page. This means you can locate the notes from that all important meeting a week ago. The pages are divided into sections to cover key points, detailed notes and onward actions, enabling you to achieve your goals. Available in large and extra large sizes in a variety of colours.