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Faq's
1. How can I cut down on paper in my life?
There are several ways: regularly tossing unnecessary papers; scanning documents when possible and storing them electronically; eliminating subscriptions to unread publications; and having yourself removed from mailing lists. Sincerely question whether you need to keep each piece of paper that comes into your life. If you do need it again, consider getting it from the Internet or library.
2. How can I make better use of my time?
Time management is a misleading term, since we cannot manage time. We can only manage ourselves. We all have the same 24 hours in a day, and no matter how diligent we are, we will never have more. The best we can do is make decisions about the priorities in our lives, have our own personal and professional goals, and align our activities to reach these goals. Review how you are spending your time and make adjustments according to your goals and priorities.
3. What is the best way to get organized?
Experts in the organizing industry agree: there are no “cookie cutter” solutions. There are many different personality types, work styles, and environmental influences, so each person must find the systems that work best for him or her. The number of products and services designed to help you get organized is continually increasing. Determine the areas in which you want to improve, such as filing, clutter control, time management, maximizing storage spaces, or juggling projects and priorities.
4. How do I select a planner?
A planner is a tool for scheduling appointments, tracking action items, and managing contact information. There are many from which to select; the first step is to evaluate your needs and style. Do you prefer a paper-based system or an electronic handheld organizer? Do you need primarily to manage a to do list, or do you prefer the ability to take a lot of notes? How do you prefer to view your calendar: by day, week, or month? Whichever system you select, be sure to customize it.
5. Why do I need to get organized?
Organized people save time and money and reduce stress and frustration levels. There is no one right or wrong way to get organized. The amount of information available to us continues to grow at a rapid pace, as do the number of demands on our time. Organizing systems help you deal with everything from your paper to your professional responsibilities and give you parameters on what to keep, what to toss, and what to take action.
6. How long does it take to get organized?
Organization is a process, not a state achieved in one day. Think about it as “being organized” or “staying organized,” not “getting organized.’ Setting up an organizing system may be done in a few days, and then you will continuously maintain it and work on it, one day at a time, in reaction to the world around you. The good news is that once you learn good systems, habits, and tools, it becomes e asy to bounce back from an unexpected detour or period of feeling overwhelmed. Change becomes easier.
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