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Make notes on how long each task takes so you can remember to allow ample time. When running errands between business appointments, always allow for unexpected circumstances such as traffic or long lines.
3.Purge that paper! Many people accumulate paper clutter due to a fear of throwing away something important, or a concern that it may be needed later. The result is that they end up keeping everything and not being able to discern which things have present or future value and which can be safely discarded. The reality is that 80 percent of
paper saved ?just in case? is never needed again, and if it is, chances are very good that it can be recreated or obtained from another source. From mail to fax to advertisements and memos, paper is largest contributor to clutter in an office environment. In order to avoid a rapid build-up of paper, a regular paper maintenance system is a necessity in every office. Remember, your trashcan and your shredder are your friends.
4.Make Decisions Quicker. Clutter happens when you postpone decision-making. Try to get into habit of making decisions rapidly on whether to keep paper, mail and other things. The faster you can make confident decisions, faster you?ll keep things moving through your life, which prevents backlong.
Keep in mind is that getting organized is a process rather than an event, so don?t expect miracles overnight. You can speed process along by hiring help, such as a professional organizer, who will work side by side with you and keep you focused. If you do plan on tackling reorganizing project yourself, it?s possible to make a good amount of headway in a relatively short time if you have a game plan and some goals in mind before you start. Just start in one place and keep at it, and before long you?ll be amazed at results you see.
Monica Ricci has been an organizing specialist since 1999, and her motivational presentations teach effective organizing and simplifying techniques for home and work. She also offers free email tips and ideas on how to make life simpler and more organized. Her topics include clutter control, paper management, time management, organizing space and procrastination.Contact Monica at 770-569-2642 or Monica@CatalystOrganizing.com.
