Staying Organized at Work and While Working Remotely
Staying Organized at Work and While Working Remotely
What you’ll learn
Skills you’ll gain
Being unorganized is a detriment to your productivity. That’s why it’s important to effectively declutter and sort your desk area and headspace. In this course by business expert Amy Fritz, you'll discover the foundations of how to organize at work to reap both practical and psychological benefits. Amy shares the power of an organized desk area, how to declutter your space and manage paperwork, and how to produce an organized calendar. You'll also learn to create a productive to-do list, take effective breaks, and maintain your organization on a long-term basis to enhance your work life.
Syllabus
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The power of an organized work space It's all in your head. In this lesson, you'll learn the psychological benefits of a clean work space. 1m
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Purging unneeded items You think you need it, but do you? In this lesson, you'll learn how to identify what you need and what you don't need at your workspace. 1m
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Filing done right Unkempt files can lead to disaster. In this lesson, you'll learn tips for how to manage the flow of physical and digital files. 2m
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Additions to your workspace A clear workspace is about having the right supplies. In this lesson, you'll learn how to implement a few items that benefit your productivity. 1m
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The power of a well organized calendar What gets scheduled gets done. In this lesson, you'll learn how to harness your calendar as an extended to-do list. 1m
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Review your day the night before Visualizing success can get you started on your goals. In this lesson, you'll learn habits for visualizing and tackling a full calendar. 1m
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Sync your calendars Don't let important things slip through the cracks. In this lesson, you'll learn how to sync all your calendars for maximum efficiency. 1m
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Block out time for productivity Setting appointments with yourself creates accountability. 1m
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Write a to do list for the next day The to do list is your best friend. In this lesson, you'll learn how to make an efficient daily to do list. 1m
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What can you delegate? You don't have to do everything. In this lesson, you'll learn how to use the delegation matrix. 1m
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Keep a separate lists for different projects Not all to do lists carry the same weight. 1m
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Do one task at a time Admit it – multitasking isn't really that efficient. 1m
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Go offline when you're working Your connection to the internet is distracting. 1m
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Turn your phone on airplane mode You don't have to be in an airplane to utilize Airplane mode. In this lesson, you'll learn how to get comfortable with not being reachable 24/7. 1m
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Take a stretch break at least every hour Your body is the ultimate productivity tool. In this lesson, you'll learn useful stretches to keep your body and mind flexible and functioning. 1m
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Take a walk every few hours When your brain starts getting fuzzy, that's a sign to take a walk. 1m
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Take a lunch break Your body needs breaks, and you conveniently have one already scheduled in the middle of the day. 1m
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Daily check in: calendar and to do list Your productivity tools are not on "set it and forget it" mode. 1m
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Weekly workspace cleanup Like a garden, your workspace needs to be weeded constantly. In this lesson, you'll learn tips for always keeping your workspace in ship shape. 1m
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Getting organized and taking action You've completed this course! Congratulations. You're now ready to take your organizing skills to the next level. 1m
Certificate
Certificate of Completion
Awarded upon successful completion of the course.
Instructor
Amy Fritz
Amy is an organizational coach who helps clients create more "white space" in their lives by organizing their homes and business spaces. She especially enjoys coaching clients on how to unplug completely and recharge in nature. Inspired by her love of international travel—particularly through developing countries such as Cambodia, Honduras, and Sri Lanka—Amy specializes in small spaces and works with clients who aspire to adopt a more minimalist lifestyle. She holds a master’s degree in education and has 15 years of high school teaching experience. Amy is dedicated to giving back to her local, national, and global communities by donating 1% of her profits to charity.
Amy Fritz
Founder, Thoughtful Organizing
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How GoSkills helped Chris
I got the promotion largely because of the skills I could develop, thanks to the GoSkills courses I took. I set aside at least 30 minutes daily to invest in myself and my professional growth. Seeing how much this has helped me become a more efficient employee is a big motivation.
