LONG READS Issue 638 · December 7, 2016

Plow Through Your Papers

Are you buried beneath the mess on the desk (and every other available surface)? Five foolproof steps toward finally organizing that mound of paperwork,

Plow    Through    Your    Papers
Are you buried beneath the mess on the desk (and every other available surface)? Five foolproof steps toward finally organizing that mound of paperwork

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“Eighty percent of the papers we file we never refer to again.” (The Small Business Administration)

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tep 1: Research Your System — Before You Buy

Just because the store sells a contraption doesn’t mean it will work for you. Here are some popular storage options:

FILING CABINET

The most traditional system it provides easy access for both active and inactive files. The downside — this system often gets over-detailed and you can’t remember which file is located where. To prevent this keep an updated index in the first file.

Tip: Don’t use a filing cabinet if you’re inconsistent about filing papers.

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