While having lunch with a friend, she proclaimed “piles happen”. I readily agreed, and shared that the best way to combat piles is to store paper vertically, not horizontally. For example, instead of setting the mail down on the counter, and letting it pile up, sort it into a divided vertical container. Another example is to put newspapers, magazines, catalogs, and in a container that holds them upright.
Keeping projects on the table, counter, desk, or tool bench, because you worry that once they are out of sight, they are out of mind, is a common concern. This two step process will help you organize ongoing projects and get them done. It has been successful for me. Step 1 – Keep an ongoing project list on the fridge, and put the projects away. Step 2 – Block out time on your calendar to work on your projects. Schedule increments of time that allow you to have the project completed when you wish it to be done.
Here are some ways to save money by being organized:
Use a shower caddy to contain items that are collecting on your kitchen or bathroom counter top. One example is to store vitamins and daily medications in a caddy. When it’s time to clean the counter, all that is required is to pick up the caddy instead of all the individual bottles. This will save time and will speed up your cleaning process.
Store action papers, notes, and reminders in one location. Examples of action papers are, information that needs to entered into the computer, information that needs to be read and responded to, and contact information for someone who needs to be called. The product I use is a multi-pocket organizer that is divided into days of the week, and the location I use is an easy access vertical file holder by my desk. This gives me one place to store and retrieve action papers, notes, and reminders. It also helps me to organize and prioritize those actions.
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