Both life hacks and do-it-yourself projects are all the rage right now (cue Pinterest boards). Anyway, here are some awesome tips to save time, because, after all, as a busy college student, I try to make it my goal to save time so I can breathe once in a blue moon.

One of my favorite ways to save time is by simply making a list! If you want to ensure everything gets done in a timely manner, jot things down in order to make simple reminders so you don’t forget. You’re only human, right?

Also, don’t forget that in order to save time, you need to make time. Granted there are only 24 hours in a day; however, budgeting your time for the most imperative tasks at the very moment is vital in saving time 101.

Pick your outfits out for the whole week on Sunday. Believe me, that will save time and energy early in the morning when you can barely keep your eyes open. Maybe picking outfits for the whole week is too much of a commitment for you. If so, choose the night before for a less stressful morning!

Another tip -- have a specific spot for everything. Make sure all of your hair tools (brush, clips, hair straighteners, curling irons, hairspray, etc.) are in one easy-to-spot to locate. Also, it's best to do the same for beauty products and perfume! With this easy life hack, you won’t be searching for your favorite lipstick for three hours before going out!

Further, learn how to multitask! It’s a beautiful thing! Maybe while you’re on the bike at the gym you can read a chapter for bio or while your laundry is drying you can study for that history quiz. Don’t waste precious time while you could be doing something useful.

Also, don’t forget to keep from getting distracted. Half the time, we could get things done much quicker if we just put the phone down. Shut off the music and stop checking social media while doing assignments. I know it’s easier said than done, but maybe if you stopped procrastinating, you could get your paper done and grab dinner with your friends instead of communicating through ugly snaps.

Anyway, I hope these “life hacks” help you save time! As much I try to do all of the above, the last tip is the hardest for me to abide by. Sometimes the Justin Bieber album and checking my Insta notifications are too tempting -- whoops!