Quick Tip: Take 5 minutes at the end of the day to file documents, get rid of trash, and clear your desk... this will save you time in the long run.
Desk Cleaning
- Throw out any old documents and other items that are no longer in use.
- Be sure any personal or private information is properly shredded or placed in the shred bin.
- File papers and documents in the appropriate locations. Everything should be filed away or disposed of.
- Sort through and clean out desk drawers.
Paperless Desk Rule
This helps to reduce the build up of clutter and helps to prevent disorganization and lost documents. Save electronic files via Teams, SharePoint, or OneDrive.
Clean & Update Your Devices
Clutter doesn’t have to be just physical items, it can also be digital items such as a cluttered desktop or email accounts. By cleaning, updating, and using the correct digital tools you can improve time management by 38%.
Device Cleaning
Visit the Getting Started: Device Security Checklist to learn more.
- Back up files by using CrashPlan
- Clear your desktop and save to OneDrive
- Update your apps and operating systems to the most recent versions
- Clear cookies from Internet browsers
- Clean computer screen and computer accessories
- Clean up and filter your emails