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Learning to See Clutter

Clutter Coach

Dave: No, I have all the files on my computer, the templates and stuff. Me: What if you just keep one copy in your archive files? How about filing it with other documents from the spring conference? They need to be tossed out or filed away. We just, uh, keep them. The extras. How would that be? Dave (relieved): Oh, yeah.

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3 Ways to Create a Better System for Information Management

All Things Admin

Here’s how you can implement color coding: Physical Files : Use colored folders or labels to differentiate between different projects or document types. I love translucent colored poly pockets combined with colored file folders to create instant visual distinction of what’s waiting for me each day in my priority sorter.

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10 Easy Ways to Start Something Great

Success

Allen wanted to start a new business and he began by setting up coffees and lunches every day with those who could help him learn. In my research for my book, Make Waves: Be the One to Start Change at Work and in Life , I’ve learned that those who start change are incrementalists. Share what you have learned with someone you trust.

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The 43 Folders Method (Paper System)

Office Dynamics

Because we love you and it’s our Blog-A-Thon , I would love to share it with you! Keep the daily files in front, beginning with the file for tomorrow’s date. The files that follow all represent the rest of the days of the month in the correct order (12 through 31). The “round file.” How it Works.

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Core Administrative Skills Always Need Improving

Office Dynamics

We have done our best to provide you with some great blogs during the month of April. If you still use hard file folders, purchase some pretty, fun folders. Believe it or not, I still use a follow-up system that I learned as an executive assistant in my 20s. It is the 41-day file folder system. Joan Burge.

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Spring Cleaning For Office Professionals

Office Dynamics

I thought I’d keep this bonus blog on the lighter side. P urge files; clean up computer files. This blog is part of our 2017 Blog-A-Thon. Please leave a comment or share the blog for your chance to win one of our amazing giveaways! The more blogs you comment on and share, the more chances you have to win.

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Simplify Daily Tasks with Technology

Office Dynamics

One of my favorite aspects of attending a professional development conference is the opportunity to connect with other administrative professionals to share processes, tips, best practices and learn how they simplify daily tasks with technology. How exciting is it to learn something new related to your field from someone that uses it daily?

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