So, you’re sat at your desk working away, writing notes as you go and suddenly, you look up and it’s two years later and you’re surrounded by mess. Or, something like that. The point is, it’s not always easy to keep a clear office space when you’re busy. If your computer is covered in post-it notes and there are files everywhere, some of them covered in coffee mug rings, it may be time to de-clutter. Here are some tips for keeping a clear and functional office space.
- Free Up Some Time
The first thing you’ll need to do is devote some time to the de-cluttering process. When you’ve let things go for a while, it could take you some time to un-do the damage. You’ll need to decide on what’s important and what’s not. You may have pieces of paper lying around with last week’s notes on them – they can go in the bin if they’ve served their purpose. However, you may also have client’s files and details lying around – they’ll need to be saved. Start by making two piles – one for the things you should keep and one for the things you can throw away or shred.
- Find a Home
Many office spaces become cluttered because there isn’t enough storage space. You’ll need to access different things at various times, so it’s important to keep this in mind when finding a home. If you use something daily, there’s no point storing it in another room. However, if you use something once a month, it’s okay to keep it out of sight. You can start by investing in a filing cabinet or putting up some shelves in your office space.
- Hire a Cleaner
It’s highly likely that you won’t have time to clean during a day’s work, so why not consider hiring someone to do it for you? Many janitors, like BCI Janitorial, will come in at the end of a working day or first thing in the morning and make sure the office space is clean. This is especially important if you have clients there on a regular basis. If a client walks into an office that looks untidy and unorganised, it may affect your prospects of working together. Just some simple chores, like vacuuming and dusting can make things look a whole lot better.
- Cable Free
An office space is often full of cables. You’re likely to have a cable coming from your desktop, your printer, your copier, your phone and many more. Having cables running around the place can make it look a mess. A cable tie is a simple solution that could save you space and significantly improve the look of your office.
- End of the Day Routine
Coming to a cluttered office can often mean you start off the day with a cluttered mind. Taking five minutes at the end of every day to do simple things, like putting the stapler in a drawer can make a significant difference. Don’t re-clutter once you’ve spent so much time getting things in order.
