Essentially, while beer can help loosen up your inhibitions and make you more creative, it can also shorten your memory and decrease your focus. On the other hand, coffee provides you with energy and improve your focus. The difference between beer and coffee is the difference between creativity and productivity. So, when you are trying to come up with a good idea, grab a beer and coffee it up once you have your idea and are ready to get to work.

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