Office1000 Blog April Archive

What does it take to inspire you to clean up your toxic office space?

By Disorganization at 04/20/2007 17:35

Reading what this person had to say, I found much of myself in her dilemma. I was tripping over files on the floor and had every surface covered with this, that and the other thing. There was disorganization everywhere. The worst part was I had no idea how to go about reorganizing.

In this video are some absolutely great tips on organizing your workspace, from beginning to end:

• You must remove everything from your workspace so you can decide what is essential to you and what needs to be eliminated from your space
• Donate, donate, donate everything that is usuable that you do not need, leaving room for the important items
• Assign everything a home or space. Define every shelf, desk surface and drawer to make sure everything has a purpose.
• Buy fabulous containers. Organizing can be FUN! From Barbie pink file folders to neat files on rollers, whatever strikes your fancy to make your office totally enjoyable but neat.
• The essential items should be close to you and easily accessible to promote creativity. You may put magazines that are important to you in a magazine rack front and center. You may need some binders on your work surface or a nearby shelf to hold ideas. You will need an organized supply drawer.
• One of the most important things is to make sure your desktop is free of clutter. It will increase your energy and even your overall attitude.