by Elaine | Paper & Paper Files
There’s no one best filing system. The best system for you will depend on what kinds of documents you file and how you will think to search for them. Design your own system as you discover what works best for you. And what works best may be a combination of systems....
by Elaine | Paper & Paper Files
File and Find Documents Fast The only reason to file papers is to give them a place to be until you need them again. A good filing system should take you very little time to file or find documents. Don’t spend time creating an elaborate system, and don’t automatically...
by Elaine | Blog, Paper & Paper Files
It’s not only smart, but essential to have a routine for processing mail and other paper promptly before it gets out of control. Try the following suggestions and checklist and see how easy it can be. Install a mail station near the door where mail enters your house....
by Elaine | Blog, Paper & Paper Files
“Processing” paper means deciding what to do with it. If you don’t make a decision as about what to do with piece of paper, clutter is the result. Therefore, it’s important to have an easy process for making decisions. Use one of my favorite checklists below to help...
by Elaine | Blog, Time Management
One of the main disadvantages of working at home is the constant distractions. They are all around us. Here’s a list of a few common distractions to watch out for and what you can do to deal with them. Environment When you’re working try to ignore whatever’s...
by Elaine | Blog, Time Management
When working alone, and with no one keeping an eye on us, it’s sometimes difficult to stay on task. As much as we try, sometimes our attention wanders. Then there are the distractions all around us. Here’s a few of the most common distractions to watch out for and...
