I keep a tidy template that has every layer pre‑named and pre‑colored, so I can copy‑paste without hunting for the right spot. A small script in the background does the pixel‑perfect dithering and batch resizes, saving me from endless manual tweaking. I stack my palettes in a quick‑access panel and lock the ones I’m happy with, then only tweak the others. I also use a simple spreadsheet to log every sprite and sound clip, so I never waste time hunting for an asset that already exists. A short 10‑minute walk before I start helps me clear the chaos and focus my mood for the work that follows.