PopsugarLivingCareersHow to Stay Awake at Work8 Ways to Stay Awake at Work September 19, 2017 by Macy Cate Williams View On One Page Photo 5 of 8 ADVERTISEMENT () Start Slideshow Share This LinkCopy ← Use Arrow Keys → 5 Listen to music. Listening to music activates certain parts of your brain that can keep you alert. Studies show that music can also help to increase your concentration.PreviousNext Start Slideshow