If you have a pile of paperwork on your desk or kitchen table, you might want to consider creating a to-do box. I suggest these for my clients who need help managing their mail and their tasks and like to work at a coffee table, kitchen island, coffee shop, etc.. I like them because they are portable, they are small in size so you have to stay accountable to yourself and tackle all of your to-dos, and they are easy to tuck away when you entertain.
To make your own to-do box here is what you need…
- A small file box, I see them places like Wal-Mart, Michael’s, The Container Store etc..
- File folders
I chose categories that work for me or my clients, above the photo show the categories to-do now, to-do later, to file, and miscellaneous. You can choose any categories that work for you!
I hope you give this system a try and it helps you stay organized. Good luck and keep me posted!
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I was actually contemplating something like this for my kitchen desk… and then I saw your post.
Where did you find your file box? Love how simple and stylish it is.
Thanks! I bought it at Crate & Barrel, I have seen similar boxes at Container Store and Target. I hope you try it out!
That is a great idea. Cute too.
I love this idea. I have one and it's worled great for our family for years. Thanks for linking to We're Organized Wednesday.
What I read once which has helped me is to put all of the tabs in the same spot – this way your eyes aren't scanning back and forth but in one place.
I like the categories you made! Not too many. Then it becomes overwhelming and hard to manage.
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