We all have one.

No, it’s not your junk drawer or that corner drawer in the kitchen. It’s that folder that says “MISC”  or “Miscellaneous”. It could be in our paper files, our computer or email folders – but it’s there.

Say “No” to miscellaneous.

A pile of paper or a collection of unfiled documents represents a collection of decisions not made. Having a folder labeled “MISCELLANEOUS” is just a catch-all place to put all those items that you can’t (or won’t!) make up your mind about.

But unlike the kitchen drawer, that miscellaneous file has a nifty way of disappearing and gets forgotten until you put something else in it or you can’t find what you’re looking for so you go wading through the misc folder hoping it’s in there. Twenty minutes later …

Whether you’re working with paper or electronic documents, be more specific with your folder names. I’m a big fan of ‘large’ topics like – house, car, clients, stationary – and then breaking it into sub-folders that are more specific. It makes for a better functioning filing system and makes it so much easier to find what I’m looking for.

Remember – every minute you spend organizing, translates into an hour added to your productivity.

“A good system shortens the road to the goal.”
— Orison Swett Marden

Now Go Get  Connected!

An award-winning Leader, Entrepreneur and Business Development Consultant, Cathy teaches entrepreneurs how to increase their influence; build their business and stay sane while doing it. She helps you to let go of limiting beliefs to “Stand Up, Stand Out & Step Forward” for business success. Named one of the Top Ten Mentors by StartUp Canada, Cathy is recognized across the country for her expertise on “All Things Small Biz”. She is the Founder of The Connected Woman Association, author of numerous books and articles specifically the internationally known “Daily Espressos- Your Read it and Delete it Kickstart to Your Day”, and is a networking maven. (whew!)

For information on upcoming workshops, business coaching or to engage Cathy as a Keynote speaker at your next event, visit www.cathykuzel.com