National Clean Off Your Desk Day

he second Monday of January each year recognizes National Clean Off Your Desk Day.

This day is an opportunity to begin  your new year with a clean and organized workspace. Whether your desk is  in a private or shared office, cubicle, home or a make-shift desk on  the counter, having your workspace uncluttered and organized will help  you work more efficiently. A clean workspace improves productivity and  inspires us, too. It often gives us a sense of serenity.

While there are those who say they know where everything is, we all know a clean start helps give us a new perspective.

• Remove everything from your desk. Yes, everything.
• Clean the surface. As you replace  items, clean them with the appropriate cleaning supply. Usually, a damp  cloth is sufficient, but other electrical items need specific care.
• Get out the shredder and the garbage can. Shred, file, scan documents, business cards, recipes, photos as needed.
• Place all documents and photos in the appropriate locations.
• Shred and toss outdated documents, non-working pens, junk mail.

Don’t forget to replace that old  calendar hanging on the wall. While you’re at it, vacuum up those dust  bunnies and sanitize your keyboard. Place a fresh box of tissues on your  newly cleaned desktop. You’ll be ready for new clients in no time. Use  #CleanOffYourDeskDay to post on social media.