Staying awake is important too...

I know, I know, this is supposed to be about how to GET sleep, but it might be helpful to read about some things people do to stay awake when working when you have not gotten enough sleep. This article has some interesting tips which boil down to (depending on your circumstances):

1. Stand up
2. Take a nap (NOTE: Careful here as this could also interfere with getting to sleep later)
3. Change your scenery
4. Keep busy
5. Eat something
6. Crank up the music (for those few who can at work)
7. Find a job you enjoy