Whether you work from home or just need a space to keep your important documents organized, a home office lets you be more productive. Because March 12 is National Organize Your Home Office Day, now is the perfect time to start thinking about organizational solutions. By following the do’s and don’ts below, you can start decluttering this space in time for spring.

Do:

Find a system that works for you.

The internet has many organizational tips, but decluttering is a lot like exercise—you have to find a system that you like or you won’t stick to it. Collect tips online and start to test different approaches to organization. When you find one that is easy for you, keep at it and start to add other organizational strategies as well.

Invest in a filing cabinet.

Tax forms, bank statements, bills, warranties—there are many important documents; if you’re not careful, you can easily misplace vital information. For example, losing W-2s can make tax season even more of a headache. Buying a filing cabinet lets you keep everything in custom categories, so you know exactly where to find what you need at a moment’s notice.

Don’t:

Underuse space in the room.

If your home office has a lot of empty wall space, you may be underutilizing valuable footage. By working with a custom storage solutions company, you can build organizers or cabinets to keep your belongings neat. Once everything has a place and you don’t have to debate where each item should go, organizing becomes much easier.

Let the situation get out of control.

Once you’ve started decluttering, try not to slack off. Once the mess starts to build up again, you’ll feel less motivation to take care of it. As a result, you may end up ignoring the issue until you’re essentially back where you started. Take small steps each day to control clutter and you’ll have an easier time keeping up.

For custom organization solutions in the Tri-State area, the professionals at Cincinnati Closets® in Covington, KY, can design, build, and install cabinets, closet organizers, and islands. Take the first step toward effective decluttering by calling (513) 631-7979 to discuss your home. You can also learn more about their company online.