There
is only one thing you must know for maintaining a clutter free desktop: Keep
only items you use regularly on the surface of your desk. The desktop is prime real estate and should
only be home to things essential to your everyday work, such as laptop, writing
tools, phone and maybe a few active files.
If
you must keep active paperwork on the desk, put it in file folders for each
project and place the folders in some sort of desktop file holder. Some file holders come with drawers and
cubbies for pens, paper and frequently used office supplies. Others can be open file stands or enclosed
file boxes, ensuring there is a product
out there to suit your specific needs.
Simplicity
is best, so try to keep the essentials down to a minimum. Adding shelves above a desk is a great way to
store resources you access regularly, and drawers can be used for items you
don't need at your fingertips. Once
again the rule is to only allow items that are essential to your everyday work
a place of honor on your desktop.
