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 15-Minute Organizing Ideas -- Techie Tasks
One of the biggest roadblocks my clients face in trying to get (and keep) technologically on top of things is scheduling -- finding the time to clean out the junk emails, organize their electronic files, update their software, and back up their data. Big blocks of time are hard to find, so you're better off breaking your techie responsibilities into tasks that can be completed in 15 minutes or less. Think that's impossible? Let me show you how it's done!
A Faster Way To Compute
Ask anyone whose sun rises and sets on the keyboard of a laptop, and they'll tell you that the electronic age is both a blessing and curse. Automation a wonderful thing -- a huge time-saver and a great tool for simple-living. But become neglectful or complacent about your technology and it will turn against you -- causing your systems to crash, your data to disappear, and your life to be full of virtual woes. Any gadget is only as good as the systems you set up for using it -- cell phones, computers, email, the internet, even iPods and DVDs. The trick to successfully managing your various electronics and media is not allowing yourself to become overwhelmed by it all -- breaking routine maintenance responsibilities down into bite-sized chunks.
- back up your computer files to either CD-Rom or an external drive
- set up folders in your email program for each type of to-do or topic
- set up filters in your email program that instantly sort each email into the appropriate folder
- download the latest virus protection updates
- clean the junk spam out of your email in-box
- create a set of electronic folders on your hard drive that mirror your paper filing system
- relocate any electronic files that are in the wrong location to the correct folders on your hard drive
- rename any confusingly-labeled document to make more sense and be easily located
- move any miscellaneous items dumped in "my documents" to the correct folders on your hard drive
- remove unused and outdated programs from your computers
- run a virus check and firewall update on your system
- start a spreadsheet keeping track of the logins and passwords you use for your favorite websites
- empty your recycle bin on your hard drive and in your email program
- put the contacts in your address book into an electronic database
- return all CDs, DVDs, and software discs to their cases
- place an internet order for something you've needed but haven't had time to pick up at the store
- post to your Twitter account or Facebook fan page
- write a short blog
- send an email you've been putting off
- update your cell phone contacts to match your electronic database
See how easy that was?
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posted on: 12/22/2011 11:30:00 AM by Ramona Creel
category: General Organizing Tips
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About Ramona:
I have been a Professional Organizer for more than 10 years, I am a NAPO Golden Circle member, and I was the original founder of OnlineOrganizing. I have worked one-on-one with scores of clients and have trained dozens of newbie organizers as they got started in the industry. I provide both hands-on and virtual coaching to help clients improve their organizing skills and simplify their lives. I invite you to visit my website at http://www.RamonaCreel.com, and I challenge you to find one new idea that you can put into practice in your life, to help you become better organized, starting TODAY! I am passionate about coaching folks toward a more balanced, productive, and enjoyable life -- and I firmly believe that if I can do it, so can you!
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