This document provides eight suggestions for using downtime in one's business productively: 1) Take time off for rest and relaxation, 2) Clean and organize one's work space, 3) Catch up on paperwork, 4) Set goals for the future, 5) Learn new skills through reading or online courses, 6) Update one's online presence and social media accounts, 7) Do writing like blogging or creating content, and 8) Renew existing connections and make new professional contacts. The overall message is that downtime does not need to be unproductive and can be used to improve one's business in various administrative, creative, and networking activities.