Category: Organization

In today’s fast-paced world, productivity is a key driver of success. However, one often overlooked factor that can significantly hinder productivity is a lack of workspace organization. The lack of organization in your workspace leads to both physical and digital clutter. And clutter is one of the great enemies of productivity! This post may contain affiliate links. We may receive a commission for purchases made through these links. If you are plagued by clutter, you may be rationalizing it by calling it “organized chaos” or something to that effect. Maybe you even believe that the piles of paper or the

Most days you feel like you’re a frantic squirrel darting across a busy highway.  As a small business owner, there’s too much to do and not enough time to do it.  At least that’s how it feels.  But imagine what it would feel like to feel calm and collected in your business each day.  It’s easier to do than you think. This post may contain affiliate links. We may receive a commission for purchases made through these links. Working more effectively will help you get more done in your business.  That’s the truth.  Even being a little more organized can

You want to make progress in your business. Yet, most days end without getting the most important work done. You’ve tried pen-to-paper to-do lists, fancy planners, and techy apps to no avail. But have you considered using your digital calendar as a planner? No? This post may contain affiliate links. We may receive a commission for purchases made through these links. Well, stick around. Today you’ll discover why you should go digital and how to easily get started. Because we like the KISS method…Keep It Super Simple…around here. This is gonna be fun! The Problem with Paper Planners I can

Every day seems to fly right by.  Let’s face it.  You’re busy!  But do you end each day wondering what the heck you accomplished in pursuit of your goals and dreams?  And, as a busy business owner, do you wish you had a better process or some simple scheduling tips to better plan your day? This post may contain affiliate links. We may receive a commission for purchases made through these links. The thing is, effective scheduling isn’t usually a skill that business owners are born with. It takes knowledge, time, and practice to get better at planning your time

Whether you’re a team of one or work with others, keeping work organized is critical to making progress.  Implementing a project management system is a great way to do just that.  You may have been thinking about checking some out but are wondering how to choose the right project management system for your business. The challenge is that there are so many amazing tools out there right now. While you want to make sure you’re choosing one that will increase your productivity, improve communication with your team, and make running your business more efficient, not all project management tools are

What if there was a way to put many of your business-related tasks on autopilot? What if you could spend more time on the parts of your business that you LOVE, and less on the parts you don’t? I have one word for you: systems! This post may contain affiliate links. We may receive a commission for purchases made through these links. A business system is simply an automated process or routine. To an extent, it’s a “set it and forget it” type of thing – meaning that once you’ve created it, it should run largely on its own. Business systems are one of my favorite

As a solopreneur, it’s common to feel scattered, unfocused, and overwhelmed.  Or to over-extend yourself only to feel like there’s not enough time for everything you have to do.  Can you relate?  Here’s the good news — you can avoid overwhelm by planning and creating simple processes so that business is easier. You juggle so many projects, tasks, and responsibilities, it would be a miracle if you didn’t feel that way some of the time.  But, this doesn’t mean you need to stay stuck in those moments of overwhelm. In fact, there are many steps you can take to avoid

Do you struggle with staying organized in your business? Do you desperately crave order but just aren’t sure how to get it? In this post, I’m going to share 6 organization tricks for small business owners – to help you save time, become more productive, and stay on top of the things that really matter in your business! 1. Clear the Clutter Making sure your desk and office space are free of clutter is a great place to start. While you may not consciously be thinking about the mess in front of you, it undoubtedly has an impact on your

Imagine what it would feel like to have a perfectly clean inbox? To only ever have a handful of unanswered or unread messages at any given time? And to feel completely “on top” of your email, every single day? The key to achieving each of these is to employ a simple strategy known as inbox zero. In this post, I’m going to share my best inbox zero tips to help you save time, become more productive, and finally feel organized when it comes to your inbox! But first… What is Inbox Zero? Simply put, inbox zero is an email management