Desk Organisation Tips
Have you ever tried desperately needing your pen only to realise that it is buried somewhere beneath a pile of numerous supplies? Many of us know the feeling of dread that arises when we think about going through all the stuff that is on our desks. We know that the desk contains all the items we need – paper clips, staplers, pens, glue, paper, important files and even gadgets. However, we do not know which drawer contains which object. On the worst days, these items might be strewn all over the desk, on various shelves nearby and on the floor.
If your desk looks like it has been run over by a hurricane, it may be a source of stress and annoyance to you. If it is located in your study, it will make the room less conducive for doing work. It will also affect the other occupants of the household. If, on the other hand, your desk is inside your bedroom, then its clutter will by an eyesore. Remember, the bedroom is a place where you can retreat from outside pressure and just relax. The sight of a haphazard desk will likely steal the ambiance of peace that you wish to have. So, allow us to suggest some ways in which you can tidy up your study table.
Step 1: Throw the useless stuff away. This can include: scrap paper, outdated paperwork, pens that no longer write, pens that no longer have caps, knick-knacks that do not really amuse you.
Step 2: Designate a place for everything. If you use your laptop daily, then place it on top of the desk. The same goes with your mobile phone, PDA and mp3 player. Place their chargers in a container or a drawer. Place pens in a mug, pen holder or pen case – whichever you prefer – on top of your desk, within reach. Place “miscellaneous” stuff – scissors, glue, small notepads – that you seldom use in trays or transparent containers inside one drawer.
Step 3: Organise your papers. You can use a tray, accordion envelope or a whole cabinet, depending on your needs. Classify them according to subjects if you are a student. You can also classify them according to tasks that you have finished, tasks that you are working on and tasks that you have yet to begin. Place receipts and bills in a separate place.
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