Use acrostic W-A-S-T-E to decide if it’s worth keeping
- W — Worthwhile? Is it really worth keeping?
- A — Again? Will I use it again? When was the last time you used it?
- S — Somewhere else? Can I borrow it or find it somewhere else?
- T — Toss? What will happen if I toss it? Will it upset a family member?
- E — Entire? Do I need the whole thing or just part of it? Take picture of a section of an article and send to your email.
Use acrostic R-E-M-O-V-E to clear your desk
- R — Reduce distractions.
- E — Everyday use items stay on top of your desk.
- M —Move items to the preferred side, like the right side if you’re right-handed.
- O— Organize together, keep similar items grouped together. Store cups and saucers the same way they are used: saucer, cup, saucer, cup. They not only look better but also can be safely stacked higher, and when you pull out a cup and saucer, they are ready for use.
- V— View your time, keep a clock on your desk.
- E — Empty the center so you have a clean workspace.
Putting everything in its P-L-A-C-E
- P — Purge: Get rid of it! Send to Goodwill or Salvation Army..
- L — Like with like: Have a designated place for everything..
- A — Access: Everyday items low shelves/once a year items high shelves..
- C — Contain: Use containers to create space and keep things together.
- E — Evaluate: Does this organizational layout work?