Organizing Your Office for Maximum Efficiency

1h 2mGeneral2015-06-15

Authors

Suzanna Kaye

Professional Organizer, Productivity Expert

Course details

Whether you have a private office, home office, or shared office space, there are many ways to organize your work area for maximum efficiency. In this course, professional organizer Suzanna Kaye covers different organizational styles and options so you can choose the best setup for your situation. She explains how to maintain proper posture and select the right furniture, technology, and lighting; reviews storage options; and walks through filing concepts to help track paperwork and get more done.

Skills covered

Time ManagementPersonal DevelopmentLimited SeriesProfessional Development

Concepts

0. Introduction

01 - Welcome
02 - What you need to know

1. Understanding Ergonomics and Movement in the Office

03 - Understanding your organizing style
04 - Understanding proper positioning for a healthy posture
05 - Choosing the right desk chair
06 - Choosing a desk and understanding walkways and movement flow

2. Analyzing Office Elements for Efficiency and Productivity

07 - Managing cords and hazards in the office
08 - Considering efficiency and space management when selecting office machines
09 - Creating appropriate lighting in your office
10 - Creating visual calm for motivation and productivity

3. Understanding Storage Options for Supplies and Technology

11 - Understanding storage of frequently used items and small office supplies
12 - Choosing appropriate furniture, overstock areas, and storage for larger items
13 - Creating an easy and organized technology storage area

4. Understanding Paper Filing Concepts, Organization, and Paper Flow

14 - Active paper storage
15 - Archiving paper storage and purging
16 - Setting up systems to work with a paperless office

Conclusion

17 - Review of concepts