Organize Your Desk

Your desktop is speaking to you – what is it saying? Is it covered in papers and stuff that you can’t see a clear space? Is it holding more items than it needs to? Make your desk the focal point of your workspace and keep it clear and organized so you can find what you need when you need it.

Our Office Steps Guide can help you!

SEE IT – Take a look at where you’ve been and where you are now. Do your best to be neutral and take the observer viewpoint while exploring below:

• Grab your smart phone and take pictures of your desktop and drawers.
• When looking at your desk, write the story your clutter tells.
• Can you even work on your desk? Is it large enough?
• Take time to write what’s working? You can be specific or general.
• Is your desktop covered or does it have open working space?.
• What isn’t working? Where are you stuck and why?
• What is stressing you the most about your work surface?

MAP IT – Make a written plan for what you want. Have fun and go after what you need and want! Think about how many hours you spend at your desk!

• Write how your desk will look, feel and function when you’re done..
• Create an online board of images that reflect what you want most.
• Create a mind map showing the elements of your ideal work surface. What size, color, type of material, and work area do you want?
• Now take some time to write a new story. How will you feel when working at your desk? Will you be able to focus and create? Look at our Ultimate Office Checklist for inspiration and ideas.

Make a written plan for what you want. Have fun and go after what you need and want! Think about how many hours you spend at your desk!

• Write how your desk will look, feel and function when you’re done..
• Create an online board of images that reflect what you want most.
• Create a mind map showing the elements of your ideal work surface.

DO IT – Make a written plan for what you want. Think about the big picture and overall goals for your desk. You can work out the details later.

• Get the size and layout of desk you need to function well.
• Choose the best spot for your desk by asking – “Where in this room do I want to sit?”. Also, where you have the best light, focus and access.
• Add an additional surface area (on a side table or behind you) to hold your printer, projects, and papers you need handy, but not at the desk.
• Organize your supply drawers – one with office supplies and one with your personal items. Organizer Tip: Use containers inside the drawers to keep the items in place and organized. You will be happy every time you open the drawer and can find what you need easily.
• Keep you active papers/files in a drawer at your desk or near you.
• Implement our iRAFT System for all your paper and filing needs.

Get the Clear & Simple SEE IT. MAP IT. DO IT.© steps in the Office Steps Guide

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