Last year changed the way we work; most of us shifted to working from home with many staying that way, permanently. Staying organized and on task is the key to a successful day when working from home.

CALENDAR

Life can come at you from every angle, sometimes, which makes for a hectic schedule. Having a calendar to quickly glance at can keep the whole family on the same page. I love this clear, streamlined calendar. I also love that it’s erasable to keep everything neat and tidy.

SHELF FILE BOXES

Though I have a file cabinet tucked into a closet, there are times when I need to store projects, paperwork, and resources that I need to access regularly but keep hidden from sight, for the most part. I love these horizontal boxes and magazine files. They allow me to categorize the items I’m storing and pull them out on a moment’s notice. I also don’t have to worry about how “pretty” everything is. They come in a range of colors depending on the scheme of your office. I typically like to mix the horizontal and vertical files, often stacking the horizontal boxes and placing a decorative object on top.

DRAWER ORGANIZATION

Nothing is more frustrating than digging through drawers for the item you need. Shallow containers to keep everything separated and organized can be a life-saver! I love that these come in a couple fun colors to add a little fun, even if it’s just when you open your drawer.

PENCIL HOLDER

Even if you keep everything in the drawers, keeping a few pens or pencils on your desk for visitors to use is a form of courtesy. I love that these container can be separated or grouped together on the tray. I also love their neutral feel reminiscent of classic pottery.

COLLATOR

Piles of paperwork can quickly become dysfunctional. Don’t tell him I told you this, but my husband is a “piler” and there have been times it takes him days to find important paperwork because of it. Using a collator on your desk is a simple way to keep all income or “in-use” mail, papers, and files organized and easily accessible. Depending on how much paperwork comes through your desk, I would advise setting a day once or twice a week to file everything in your permanent files to clear the way for the coming days.

CORD STORAGE

I gave a travel cord case as a Christmas gift a couple years ago and realized just how handy they can be. I usually have my iphone, laptop cord, ipad, and camera cords that I use every week. I love keeping everything bundled together to grab and go when I need to. This would also be a great way to organize cords in drawers if there are different types that you use, regularly.

NOTEPADS

It’s safe to say I wouldn't get anything done without my lists; they keep me on task! I write down my entire day, plans for new services and designs, and bright ideas. I might as well make the notepads something that look great on my desk.

CATCH-ALL TRAY

There are always random items on the desk, and containing them in a tray instantly makes everything look more organized. Secondly, having a place for your keys and glasses means you always know where they are. Use a textured or natural stone tray for a neutral office, or take the opportunity to have some fun with it.

Tomorrow we’re sharing our favorite black paints! Here is the rest of the line-up:

April 2- Black Paint Colors

April 5- Closet Organization

April 6- Gray and Putty Paint Colors

April 7- Toy Organization

April 8- Blue Paint Colors

April 9- Our Favorite Rugs

April 12- Green Paint Colors

April 13- Our Favorite Wallpaper

April 14- Our Favorite Art

April 15- Our Favorite Accessories

April 16- Outdoor Update

Enjoy,

Nikki

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