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Desk Tips-
For Home and Work
A desk is a place to get work
done, not just to store your “stuff”. If you are creating
a home office, be sure to spend time planning out your desk and storage
space before you purchase a desk or cabinets. If you already have
an existing office, take the time to re-energize your space by purging
and using the proper systems. Here are a few ideas to get you started
on the right path:
- Raise your computer
monitor off the desk with a shelf or monitor riser to give added room
and better ergonomics.
- Only store the necessary
items on your desk: stapler, pens, tape, in/out box, phone and
the like. And contain them as much as possible so they don’t
“float” about your desk. (a desk drawer is perfect for these
items)
- Files, books, magazines
and reference materials should be filed in drawers or on proper shelving,
not on your desktop. Use magazine files, file folders, and such
to properly store, sort and label the materials.
- Knickknacks should
be kept to a bare minimum, remember you are there to work.
- Take time to tame
electrical cords so that you have a clean workspace near your feet and
desktop.
- Extra office supplies
should not take up space on your desk- find a drawer or cabinet to contain
them.
- For extra storage
and space in your work area consider wall shelves.
- Lighting is very
important, make sure to have good lighting available.
Information provided by Stacey Anderson, Professional Organizer of Organized Innovations,LLC
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