A new financial year – a perfect time to stay (or get) organised. Now is the perfect time to start thinking about implementing some simple organisation tips that can help you make the most of the next 12 months.
Being organised allows you to properly manage your time, paperwork and your life which overall means you have more energy to do and achieve more!
Have a place for everything
You can’t lose something if you always put it in the same place! From your paperwork to your keys, assigning a set place for everything in your workspace means you will know where it is every time. Add little dishes for your keys, rings or odd bits and bobs. Use and properly label folders for your paperwork.
Set yourself a plan each day
The power of focus is a wonderful thing. By spending time thinking about your priorities and mapping out your day, you will be surprised by having a set task or simple to-do list will keep you organised and on track.
Keep important documents
Important documents such as invoices, receipts and manuals are not something we think about until we really need them – especially when doing your tax return! Use dedicated folders for each, labelling them clearly so it’s a breeze to find whenever you need them.
Declutter, declutter, declutter
Our lives are full enough without filling them with more and more objects too! Be ruthless with your clutter and you might be surprised about how many things you’ve been holding on to that you don’t necessarily need. Start small, from decluttering your paperwork on your desk, then move to your inbox, your phone, your desktop and more – you will be a pro in no time!
Keep track of your expenses
Did you know that in Australia there are many items you can claim as expenses at tax time? Store your receipts for all work-related expenses in a receipt’s organiser, making sure to organise by month. At the end of the financial year, it will be super easy to add up and list your expenses.