Ian's Messy Desk

OCTOBER 7, 2013

Organizer ( paper or electronic) to enter to-dos, addresses or calendar data. Sort – everything into boxes/containers according to what needs to be done: file , shred , recycle , refer, toss, etc. Use the right tools: Set a timer for the length of time you have decided to work on this project.

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Ian's Messy Desk

APRIL 8, 2014

or… “Put Evernote on Autopilot, Save Boat Loads of Time and Make Your Life Easier (and More Organized)!” There are a few built-in features to speed-up the process: a dedicated e-mail addressing for sending items to Evernote or import folders that Evernote where you can save files for automatic import.

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Ian's Messy Desk

MAY 1, 2013

If it takes less than two minutes to answer a message, do it then file or delete the message. Use folders to organize messages. File those that are just for information. If necessary or appropriate, send off a prompt answer (promising follow-up, when required). Use the two-minute rule to process your e-mail. Postal mail.

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Ian's Messy Desk

SEPTEMBER 7, 2011

The office environment needs to be organized. The office itself should have accessible file cabinets, adequate office machines, and as little clutter as possible. Take those piles of papers and do something with them: digitize them, file them or toss them. An office can be busy and active or slow and inefficient.

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Ian's Messy Desk

APRIL 24, 2014

Here are three ways to do this every day of the week: Keep your workspace clean and organized. File away completed projects, and do an assessment of what you really need to keep. Whether you are an executive, manager, or team member, you can have an impact on the stress level of your co-workers by using technology and other techniques.

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Ian's Messy Desk

JANUARY 26, 2012

If yours is an organization that encourages less-formal communication, you may find people dropping by to discuss anything from last night’s big game to next week’s big presentation. Unproductive meetings – Peter Drucker said, “Meetings are a symptom of bad organization. Use folders to organize messages. Postal mail.

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Ian's Messy Desk

MAY 25, 2010

Organizer ( paper or electronic) to enter to-dos, addresses or calendar data. Sort – everything into boxes/containers according to what needs to be done: file , shred, recycle , refer, toss, etc. Use the right tools: Set a timer for the length of time you have decided to work on this project.

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Ian's Messy Desk

APRIL 9, 2010

Delete unnecessary files: With a computer, you can free up space by sending unnecessary files to the trash. How about all those “junk files” on your mental hard drive? Download: Many “must keep” files that don’t need to reside on your hard drive can be downloaded onto a disk. Delegate whenever you can.

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Ian's Messy Desk

MAY 26, 2010

Files can be kept in open piles on a desk or in folders, according to your style. Use the RAFT template: refer it, act on it, file it or toss it. File it, if necessary. Eighty percent of filed papers are never looked at again. If the amount is small, three times a week may do. Act on it immediately.

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Ian's Messy Desk

FEBRUARY 16, 2012

Even though 6 billion emails are sent every day, almost no one agrees about simple things like email etiquette, how to organize a note, or whether emails are considered private or not. Read it, respond, and file it. Why is it that when it comes to emails, there are no accepted standards? Don’t forward chain letters. Just don’t do it.

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Ian's Messy Desk

FEBRUARY 21, 2012

To be honest, I’m not a big fan of cross-referenced file systems. Specifically, I’m not a fan of systems which require you to keep a secondary index of things you’ve already filed. computer file, the more places you have to keep files organized, the more places for things to get out of control. Image via Wikipedia.

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Ian's Messy Desk

MARCH 9, 2011

If you pay for the premium service ($45 per year) you can sync your files too. You can take the note in a number of formats ( Drawing, Audio, Text, Photo,… ) You can add criteria ( tags, a color, the geolocation,… ) which simplifies the filing and finding of the notes. No matter where you are your notes are accessible.

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Ian's Messy Desk

JANUARY 26, 2012

A few years ago, Coopers & Lybrand (now Price Waterhouse Coopers ) released data from a poll on personal organization. Many features of working in an organization can cause you to have a poor attitude about your job and employer. Get Organized. Is it organized efficiently to minimize effort? Organize your work style.

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Ian's Messy Desk

JUNE 7, 2011

If you’re not familiar with Evernote, it’s an application that helps you get organized and remember everything. If you organize and tag your notes as you go, they will be easier to find, using Evernote’s powerful search. Idea File – Ideas strike at random times, in the oddest places. What is Evernote?

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Ian's Messy Desk

MAY 5, 2010

This feature lets users load and save HanDBase files to and from their desktops and import/export CSV files for transfer from/to other desktop applications. We’re delighted to expand on all that the iPhone version offers and deliver a version optimized for the big screen and unique features of the iPad.

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Ian's Messy Desk

JUNE 30, 2010

Not only did she remember the name of the antibiotic from four years previous, within 45 seconds she had pulled a copy of the prescription from her files. The closest she ever came to digital organization was an electronic address book she used until it became too difficult to read the screen.

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Ian's Messy Desk

JANUARY 2, 2012

SPEND TIME PLANNING AND ORGANIZING. Organize in a way that makes sense to you. Some people need to have papers filed away; others get their creative energy from their piles. So forget the “shoulds” and organize your way. Setting aside time to think and plan is time well-spent.

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Ian's Messy Desk

APRIL 19, 2010

Related articles by Zemanta Leading From Below (slideshare.net) Stealth Meeting Facilitation from the Rank-and-File (blogs.hbr.org) Could Your Organization Be Bipartisan? blogs.hbr.org) Related Posts: How to Conduct Small-Group Meetings links for 2006-07-21 Quotes – July 30 Leadership Did you enjoy this post?

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Ian's Messy Desk

JULY 28, 2010

A while back, Coopers & Lybrand (now Price Waterhouse Coopers ) released data from a poll on personal organization. Schedule filing time at least once per week. Add dated or calendar items to a tickler file system or a diary as soon as they arrive. This is not the same as a tickler file.

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Ian's Messy Desk

FEBRUARY 10, 2011

Options for managing document filing and retrieval. By establishing a consistent system for filing and tracking documents, you will impose a sense of order on your records. This works for business or personal filing systems. There are lots of choices when it comes to filing documents. Related articles. Related articles.

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Ian's Messy Desk

AUGUST 7, 2012

Now, look at the paper sitting on your desk, dressers, tables, shelves, filing cabinets , etc. Other pending work should be stored in some form of filing system, which makes it easy to retrieve, but keeps it out of sight. There are regular systems that dump a daily amount of paper on our desks: mail, filing, circulating files, etc.

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Ian's Messy Desk

FEBRUARY 6, 2012

Now, look at the paper sitting on your desk, dressers, tables, shelves, filing cabinets , etc. Other pending work should be stored in some form of filing system, which makes it easy to retrieve, but keeps it out of sight. There are regular systems that dump a daily amount of paper on our desks: mail, filing, circulating files, etc.

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Management 2003 Filing Forms 100

Ian's Messy Desk

MAY 20, 2010

Find urgent computer files faster by starting file names with numbers. That ensures that they will be at the top of your list of files. Instead of jumping up every time you have work to deliver, stow it in an expandable file with slots organized by department. Cut down on steps.

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Ian's Messy Desk

JUNE 1, 2011

If there are files or resources in your area that others frequently access, shift them. If yours is an organization that encourages less-formal communication, you may find people dropping by to discuss anything from last night’s big game to next week’s big presentation. This helps you concentrate better and minimize interruptions.

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