3 Reasons Why You Are Drowning In Paper Clutter

We’re drowning in paper clutter. Even if you have an extensive wardrobe, I bet that the number of pieces of paper you have in your home is at least 50 times greater than the number of pieces of clothes you own. Right? No wonder most people are intimidated and paralyzed at the idea of tackling their paperwork. In fact, the fear is so strong for some people that it prevents them from opening their mail, which can lead to costly consequences. Having helped many clients better manage their paperwork, I attribute paper clutter to three primary causes.

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How to organise your user manuals, warranties and big-ticket receipts

Do you wonder how to organise the user manual, warranty and receipt that come with new purchases so you can find them when you need them – whether you want to learn how to operate the item, need to get it fixed without incurring the repair cost or during the hand-over of your home to your landlord? Like for any other types of paper, the answer lies in having a robust process.  But don’t let the idea of setting a process put you off as I’ve got it all work out for you below.  I promise, it’s simple!

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How to refresh your home filing system

Of course, you have a filing system in place! Except it’s not up-to-date… You got married, had children, bought a house, signed up for new insurance policies etc. but never revisited it or maintained multiple filing systems in parallel. Or you never purged your files and are no longer able to fit another piece of paper in it so it ends up in a pile or is randomly filed. So how to refresh it so you can instantly find anything you need, without even arguing with your spouse?

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How to organise your desk at home so you can really get some work done

Are you one of these people who dread to sit at their desk because they know they’re going to waste time finding what they need amongst piles of paper? Or who can’t even sit at their desk because the top is too cluttered to do any work? Or who struggle to focus on their work because they feel distracted or even stressed by the clutter around them? Well if it can reassure you, you’re far from being alone! But if you’re ready to reclaim and organise your desk so you can really get some work done, read on…

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How to deal with decades of photos without feeling overwhelmed

In a previous post, I shared my approach to deal with new photographs. But it’s just the tip of the iceberg, isn’t it? I can easily imagine the quantity of photos that you’ve accumulated over the years, hiding in your closets and drawers, bags and pockets, in between paper, memorabilia or clothes, or partially sorted into photo albums that have never been completed. Photos that you’d love to go through sometimes just by yourself or with your family or friends. So what is it that’s been holding you back to do something with them?

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