Being organised is something that I think many of us want to be and are aspiring to be. Organisation is so much more than just turning in up on time and remembering what you need.
There are so many variations of organisation, it truly can mean different things to different people. One person might see a tidy home or workspace as their version of organised, for others it can be having a planner to keep them organised. However, if you do not relate to any of these but would like to become a more organised, there are some simple steps you can follow to start feeling more organised. There is no need to over complicate it. Try these 5 easy steps to organise your life.
1. Plan your week ahead of time
Preparation is key for everyone to be more successful. So, f you were to plan out your week, you are far more likely t be more organised in all areas of your life.
Planning your week could be using a paper planner, a family planner, your phone calendar or even a digital planner.
Once you have found your chosen way to plan, you can then start to organise your week. It is important what you trial different planner forms to find what you feel comfortable and productive with.
You can then start to pencil in your tasks and appointments for the week ahead. This means that you are aware I what you need to do and where you need to be as well as being far less likely to double book yourself or miss important deadlines. If you have a family, you can also include these activities and asks to help you.
To plan my week, I use a daily ring planner as well as using my Happy Panner for all my blog and social media tasks. I like to take some time on a Sunday to sit down, pull out my planners and plan for the upcoming week; it only takes a small amount of time away from my Sunday. However, when I wake up on a Monday morning, I can start with my to-do list, rather than wasting time planning.
2. Make a to-do list
Using to-do lists is an effective planning and organisation tool that you can use with minima effort. If you have a big task, using a to-do list enables you to break them down into more manageable chunks. Breaking down tasks can make them more achievable and less overwhelming.
So, if you find planners, whether paper-based or digital aren’t for you, imply using a to-do list might work better for you. Just listing your daily tasks can be quick an easy, which s perfect for people who have a busy schedule. There is something so satisfying and gratifying about checking off tasks from your list. It actually makes me more motivated and I find myself more productive as I want to tick off more tasks.
3. Prepare the night before
For a more organised start the following day, preparing your outfit, your meals and packing your bag can save you time and effort.
When you wake up, there is no need to rush around trying to get everything ready. It can make mornings more relaxed and you are ready for your day ahead.
I like to prepare the night before if I have an early appointment, so it reduces how stressful my morning can be. This is a practice that I will be using more when I start university in September. When I have an early lecture, I want to wake up and know I have everything already packed to have a successful day.
4. Have a tidy space
It is a well-known saying that a ‘tidy space means a tidy mind’. There are many variants of this saying, but it originates around 1947. It started out as ‘a cluttered-up desk is a sign of a cluttered-up mind’ and was even printed on gift items at the time. Another well-known quote is ‘out of clutter, find simplicity’ by Albert Einstein.
When you are working in a messy space, you are more likely to encounter distractions and could lead you to incomplete work or unachieved goals as well as causing you to struggle to find supplies it important papers.
I don’t know about you, but when I am working at my desk, I cannot concentrate on my current task if I am surrounded by mess. When my desk or home space is clean and tidy, I feel more organised, motivated and far more productive.
5. Set goals and track your progress
Setting goals, no matter how big, is a key element to your personal development. It helps you to learn, grow and challenge yourself o achieve whatever you set your mind to.
If you have set goals to work towards, you will be ensuring you are spending the time to complete the tasks. This means that you will be organising your time to achieve them.
By tracking your progress of your goals will help you to see what is working and what isn’t effective. This can highlight changes you can make to achieve more.
It is important that you make sure you make achievable and attainable goals.
These are just 5 simple steps to help you start being an organised person. Implementing these 5 simple habits can change your life and how you approach tasks. Everyone has the ability to be organised!
Do you practise any of these habits? Id love to hear in the comments.
Thanks for sharing!
Lovely tips!
great post as always girl!x
I always love seeing your planner pages, they are so pretty, neat and organised. I love how you decorate them with the cutest stickers too. I’m actually in love with those llama/alpaca stickers, they are awesome and such a fun theme! 😀 Yaay! So happy you like the to-do list pad! I’m so excited for our stationery collab! Thanks for sharing Lauren, brilliant post as always! <3 xxx
Bexa
I have a couple of planners: Trello on my phone because it’s always with me, and a paper planner on my desk because I love being able to physically cross things out! Completely agree with you about tidy desk = tidy mind, Lauren. Great tips, thank you for sharing 🙂 xxx
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I love those pens and pencils haha! But i think planning your week ahead is such a good one, obviously at the moment i have no concept of time but once im back at work and have structure again i think i am gonna start planning my week ahead!
I am a sucker for to-do lists, they are the main thing that keep me organised! Great tips x
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Great post! I’m obsessed with being organised and making the best routine for myself to ensure looking after my mental and emotional wellbeing as well as being as productive as possible!
It’s definitely an important thing to do to help with your mental health I think too. Thank you for reading and commenting!
Great tips here, especially that we are currently on the lockdown. Great idea 😁
Great tips! So important to remember these and even more important to stick to these! x
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Great tips! I use a bullet journal as my planner too and couldn’t function without my to-do lists. Planning the night before is always helpful x
Sophie
I am the queen of to-do lists, but I definitely could use some work at being better organized in advance. Right now, most of my lists are crafted either that morning or the night before rather than planning out my week. Good advice!
That’s great the to do lists work for you. Can you link your blog and so I can read and comment.
Nice to cross paths with you, ICT Genealogist recommended your blog. Out of your tips, #3, I think, I relate to the best.
It was nice to read how you get your blog made. Stay safe! I trust you have an extraordinary week.
Thank you!
The trick for me is to keep my lists in one place, so I usually end up pinning them to the front of my fridge. Having a clean, workable space gives me so much freedom; it leaves me free to realize I have nothing to do but create. 🙂
That’s great that lists work for you! X
Love a to do list! 🙌
To-do lists always do wonders for me! Currently working on decluttering and deep cleaning the house and I can already tell a big difference it is making for everyone in the family! Thank you for sharing, I definitely need to work on some of these.
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To do lists are literally what keeps me going right now! They help me remember tasks and get them done. Thanks for sharing x
Definitely a great resource! Thank you for reading and commenting Kayleigh x
Love this post! Always looking for new organization tips. I seems like I’m always making lists. Thanks for the new tips!
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Great tip – Have you ever heard of the 5S project
I use it at work and would definitely help with you organisation skills
Love this post. Have you ever heard of the 5S project – I think that’d be great to use alongside your organisation skills, I use it at work
No never heard of that before
Excellent tips. I find without to-do lists and my planner then I have a high chance of not getting things done in a timely manner. My planner is essential for blog work and for keeping track of other things that I need to remember. I totally agree on the clean space too. If my workspace gets cluttered I am too distracted to work.
Definitely clear workspaces can help! Thank you for sharing how you stay organised. Thank you for reading and commenting!
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Planning your week ahead is a great way to stay organized and journaling is a great way to keep the mind at ease. Thanks for your tips
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Your planner is so bright and cheery. I agree that journal king helps with mental organisation.
Thank you!
These are great tips. I have to plan the night before otherwise I never get anything done. Also, those llama stickers are adorable.
Al x
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Fab post thank you! I love seeing your bullet journal posts its my escape in the evening filling in mine for home schooling activities and my own self care reminders!
Sarah
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Thank you, that’s so sweet of you. That’s awesome! I hope you and your are staying safe and healthy
Some great tips! I am an advocate for tidy space, tidy mind. When I moved into my flat I banned my boyfriend from bringing any ‘junk’ back with him, we have our spare room as our ‘untidy room’ because it’s still a work in progress, I also love a good to-do list. Thanks for sharing your tips!
Emma
That’s a good idea! Like Monica’s cupboard (if you watch friends😂) Thank you for reading and commenting!
Great tips! Looking forward to reading about the benefits of journaling. 😀
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Good tips. I also planned what I want to write 3 days in advance especially when it comes to blogging. Thank you for sharing your tips.
That’s awesome! Thank you for reading and commenting!
I too keep a planner, journal, and a space for everything. It may take time to organize, but in the end, it keeps you motivated, saves time looking for or gathering materials, and stops you from forgetting things.
Definitely works well to keep you organised and motivated doesn’t it! I feel so much better when everything is planned
I thrive on being organized – it’s such a good feeling to have all your ducks in a row, so to speak Thanks for sharing your great tips!
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Your planner is so satisfying 🙂 Love these tips!
Thank you lovely!
Great post, I love it! And very helpful tips as well. x
Thank you lovely x
My daily to do list always keeps me accountable and I LOVE ticking things off, haha! I’d love to plan my weeks but I’m so unpredictable hahaha x
Thank you for reading and commenting! To do lists are definitely great! X
I hope these tips can help you xx
I do plan out some of my week but not all of it. This is something that I need to focus on doing. It would really help to have all it done for the week.
Thank you!
That’s awesome you have found a system that works for you. Can you link your blog so I can read and comment
I need this post as I am not the most organised but I think now I have a lot of spare time on my hands I could practise this!
Abigail
I am glad this was a helpful post for you! Thank you for taking the time to read.
Great post! I’ve be implementing a lot of these recently and I’m getting so much more done ✅
That’s great you are finding these helpful!
Some great tips, thanks for sharing. Even with lists and to do’s and what not I’m still unorganised lol, will give a few of your others a go too.
I hope they help. I hope you are your family are staying safe and healthy
This is a really good list. Would recommend this to everyone. 👍🏽
That’s great! Thank you for reading and commenting!
I love keeping a list! And my Life Planner! I keep meal plan, blog schedule, and everything together!
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Super helpful post! To do lists are the best for keeping organised 🙂 x
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Definitely, thank you! X
Your notes are so neat! these tips will deffo help me in the future thank you x
Glad they are helpful x
Very interesting article. Since I have been blogging, I don’t have much time to organize myself again. I don’t have time for social meetings, leave my office untidy always. I don’t like that. So I keep asking myself, how do I organize myself? That made me attracted to this post when I saw it. Tnx
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Pretty useful suggestions. I’ve often done to-do lists to keep on top of things and make sure my brain isn’t scrambling with thoughts of what to do next. They were really powerful for me mentally and started to enjoy doing them as part of a routine. But recently I’ve been slacking on them and need to get back to doing them, now’s the best time with all of us in lockdown and all.
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Definitely a great idea to start again now! They are so helpful and so easy to keep you organised! Thank you for reading and commenting!
Lauren,
your blog post remind me of this quote,
“The most complicated skill is to be simple.” – Dejan Stojanovic
Productivity is associated with happiness. A happy person breaks down difficult or multi-step skills into simpler tasks so that the target skill does not seem so overwhelming. That is how planning comes into play.
You avoid procrastination and eliminate distractions to a greater extend by being organized.🙂
Emma
Thank you for sharing that quote!
I try to be as organised as possible but it is hard sometimes but I definitely agree that having a tidy space helps. I can’t say concentrated if I’m around mess. Great tips! X
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To-do lists are literally my favourite thing ever haha I make one every single day and can’t really function without it! I would plan my weeks more thoroughly, if we actually had anywhere to go and anything to do at the moment! xx
I know right, to-do lists just have to do for now xx