People always ask me: “How do you manage to always stay organized?”
I am a creative person, so I have to be organized.
Here are my three easy steps that keep me sane when everyone else is panicking:
1. Don’t keep anything in your head
It only creates more stress.
Know what your commitments are and where you’r going (your goals).
Put everything down in writing to lighten your mental load.
2. Automate your workflows
Use whatever systems work for your needs: modern or old school, electronic or analog. File all the information there, but don’t forget to review it frequently.
3. Make routines to free up your creativity
Divide your day into time blocks based on your tasks and energy.
There is no multitasking, only fast switching between tasks. It costs time to regroup and restart what you’ve been doing.
Don’t let the busyness of your work drain you of your creative ideas.
Clear your mind to make better choices and allow some space to think.
