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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 …read more

(www.myorganizedbiz.com) – One of my desk drawers is rapidly becoming a junk drawer. Oh, it didn’t start out that way, but over time it has become a sort of catch-all for the things I don’t know what to do with.
The drawer contains a bunch of cords that I know I need for various electronic devices. Software for my laptop and desktop. Extra sharpies. My iPod shuffle. Extra earphones. Battery chargers. There may even be some other items lurking under the mess.
So this week, I’m going to conquer this drawer. I plan to empty it completely and start over. First, …read more

(myorganizedbiz.com) – Most people think that because this is a business organizing blog that it means we have to talk about file folders. There’s a time and place for that.
In reality, though, the office extends beyond the desk… to the living room, the kitchen table and, yes, the car.
I’ve been lugging around a frightful amount of crap in the trunk for at least 5 months. Last night, I lay in bed thinking those things that only come up in the wee hours. “What would I do,” I wondered to myself. “If I got a flat tire?” This led to me …read more

(www.myorganizedbiz.com) – A few weeks ago, I challenged readers to pick a spring cleaning goal for this month that would create a positive feeling in their home office.
Several readers agreed to the challenge and are blogging about it – including ArtBizCoach Alyson Stanfield and Kristen King of BizChicksRule.
It’s not to late to get going – even if they ARE predicting snow in your area. “Spring cleaning” is a state of mind – and your office will thank you for it.
Check out the thread here – and consider picking something to work on this month. I promise, you’ll be in …read more

Ready?
Move your chair – If you’re seated, you might be likely to check email or get distracted. So move your chair away from your desk. Stand in front of your desk and give yourself a big picture view.
Set?
Get a timer – Whether it’s lemon-shaped or on your phone, set it for 15 minutes.
Go!
Rev your engine and start moving. Only pick up one thing at a time and then make a decision about where it should go – recycling, garbage, files, mail, etc.

Toss (recycle) anything you haven’t looked at in over a month and/or “might need someday”. Chances are good you …read more

(www.myorganizedbiz.com) – You’ve been thinking about it… That little project in the corner that never quite got finished or dealt with? Yup. I have one (ahem), too.
My friends, April is here and it’s time.
I’ve never done the spring cleaning thing. It’s too Martha. Too cliche. But you know what? Something’s got to motivate me – and I need your help.
So I’m issuing a challenge – to you (and myself):

1. Pick one thing you want to clean up this month.
2. Post what you’re going to do – here or on your own blog.
3. Then check in at the …read more

(www.myorganizedbiz.com) – In my part of the world, daffodils have been blooming for weeks and days are getting brighter and longer.
Unfortunately, all that sunshine means winter’s dust and cobwebs are more visible than ever. I’m getting that springtime itch to, yes, clean up.
My to-do list includes shampooing the carpets, washing windows, getting financial records under control (I’ve got a system but not using it lately), and removing wallpaper and painting.
This week’s Makeover Wednesday is about you. If you’ve been reading a little while, you know I usually give advice to others, but this week I want to know what …read more