CRESTVIEW — Organization is necessary to accomplish goals. Minimizing clutter and waste allows us to succeed at what matters most.
While organizational skills are necessary, everyone is unique with which system works best. No complicated, color-coded system for life is necessary if something else works better.
Identify the best organizational strategy by addressing these issues provided by Bridgeway Center.
Waste removal. Keep track of activities for one week. Which activities tend to waste time? How can these be minimized or eliminated from the schedule?
Long-term goals: Have a clear long-term vision and goal. Does the way you spend your time reflect this goal? What are daily and weekly tasks to help you reach the long-term goal?
Optimal time: Identify the time of day you are most productive. Are you a morning or night person? As much as possible, use your optimal time to maximize your efforts.
STAYING ORGANIZED
Plan for the day: To avoid morning confusion, plan the next day the evening before. Consider laying out the day's outfit, packing a lunch or gathering needed files and books.
Weekly checkup: Have a weekly cleanup to discard, file or recycle papers and other materials. This will keep areas less cluttered, and no one loses valuable time searching for misplaced items.
Stick to one: We tend to praise multitasking in our culture, but this can actually prevent personal organization. Focusing on one task at a time is best and produces a better result.
Whether they are an inherent strength or a learned behavior, the benefits of organizational skills help people maintain order, peace and a less-stressed lifestyle, a Bridgeway spokesperson said.
This article originally appeared on Crestview News Bulletin: Bridgeway: 6 tips for organization, stress reduction