How to be More Organized at Work

We all know that not being organized at work can cost us both time and money. Moreover, a lack of organizational skills can induce unhealthy stress levels – which of course are not good for your health. Thus, it makes perfect sense that you should try to be more organized at your place of work. Read on to discover some helpful organizational tips!

Always Make Lists

On a daily basis, you should make lists of the tasks that you need to complete each day. Then of course you should prioritize these tasks – all the while keeping your long-term goals in mind. A good idea is also to complete the most difficult tasks first – in order to save you from any potential procrastination issues down the line.

Utilize a Daily Planner

In order to keep further organized, it is a good idea to utilize a day planner of some sort. After all, writing down events and deadlines is an excellent way to keep track of these tasks. However, you should always make sure to update the day planner on a regular basis in order for the day planner to be effective.

Decrease the Clutter

By keeping your desk and workspace clean, you will be that much more organized and efficient as a direct result. One way to minimize the clutter on your desk is to have an effective filing system in place. If you do not have an efficient filing system in place, you should implement one as soon as possible. Further, as clutter will inevitably begin to accumulate on your desk regardless of your filing efforts, it is advisable to “de-clutter” your desk on a regular basis – once a week for example works.

Check Email and Voicemail at Designated Times

Instead of wasting time and checking your email every five minutes, you should designate certain times of the day when you check your email. For instance, first thing in the morning, after lunch, and towards the end of the workday are great times to check your email if your schedule permits. Along similar lines, you should also check your voicemail at designated times as well.

All in all, if you utilize these tips, you should be well on your way to becoming a more organized and efficient worker.

Larisa Redins is a full time writer and editor with degrees in both Arts and Biological Science. She writes about career issues for PhillyJobsBlog.com and other topics for a variety of international websites and magazines. Please visit her other blogs at PhillyJobsBlog.com and view job posting at PhillyJobs.com.