Tackle that messy desk
October 9, 2008 by Becky Scott
When I was a teenager, I had a sign above my desk that said, “A clean desk is the sign of a sick mind.” It was perfect for my clutter justification. But I was constantly frustrated and unable to find anything without going through every single pile on the desk.
Eventually I learned to keep my desk neater. I started using my file drawer. I bought little organizers for my desktop and drawers. And I regularly cleaned it.
Those bad habits are slowly creeping back in. I know what I need to do. The problem is taking the time to do it. I was gone for two weeks. While I was out, the mail piled up on my desk. Even though I had mostly cleared things, it didn’t take long at all for it to get out of control.
Vigilance is the key. And that’s something I’ve been sorely lacking. Between traveling to see family, and baby duties, it’s been tough to find – or take – the time to do something about it. We’re down to one nap a day and I do everything I can to get work done while the baby’s sleeping. So my desk suffers.
It’s time to tackle that messy desk. Wrangle those bills. File receipts. Finish reviewing some items for you all. Work on an office makeover. And gather those giveaways and post them for everyone.
I’m not perfect. I know what I should be doing. Sometimes things get in the way. And I suddenly realize that I need to take my own advice and get cracking. So I will.
And maybe I’ll start one of those giveaways tomorrow. How’s that sound?
What are you fighting right now in your quest for organization?