Tips

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*Sort your items first. Organize them second.

*Keep items nearest to the point where you will use them. For example: keep extra paper by the printer.

*Try new systems for at least 2 weeks.

*Categorize and label.

*Regularly spend some time working toward your goal, even if it is only 15 minutes. Accomplishing a goal is like climbing a staircase -- you have to do it one step at a time.

*Get rid of duplicates unless necessary.

*Only often used items should have counter/desk space.

*Straighten your desk at the end of each day and especially at the end of each week.

*Use a 3-ring binder (w/plastic sleeves, if needed) to organize instructions/manuals.

*Post a list of all the spices on hand on the inside of the cupboard door. That way you will know at a glance if you have what a recipe requires.

*Decide how long to keep periodicals and stick with it

*Sort mail regularly.

*Go through files (paper and computer) regularly.