As we all get back to school and work, one thing crossing many of our minds is, “How will I manage all the paper?!” Read what Professional Organizer, Michelle Powell, has to offer as support in her article 10 Tips to Conquer Back-to-School Paperwork.
“School has not even started and I have enough paperwork to fill a recycling bin. If you feel the same, here are a few tips to get your year off on the right foot:
- Create ONE organized landing spot for all paperwork, mail, schedules and schoolwork.
- Spend a few moments each day reviewing everything that enters the house. In 5 minutes, you can organize a great deal of information.
- If something has a date, put it onto the calendar. (Electronic and/or paper.)
- Filter immediately. If incoming paper does not apply to your child, RECYCLE IT immediately……”
Read more from Michelle HERE.