Having a filing system that works for you is key to keeping those surfaces uncluttered. Let’s start with setting up a desktop file or action file. This is where most of the current incoming paperwork will probably land. The concept is that each piece of paper requires an action even if that action is to throw it away. Your files will separate the papers by the action required. Likely file headings are “Pay”, ” Do”, “Contact”, “Pending”, “Read”, “File”. If you take all the pap

Zone 1: This is the zone that is right at your finger tips. You should be able to reach items in this zone without leaving your desk. In this zone you place the items you use everyday. Depending on what you do, a partial list could include: computer printer phone timer pens/pencils business cards stapler action files current client files Zone 2: This zone is close and accessibly. In this zone you place items you use weekly or at least often. A partial list might include: ref