Do You Love Your Stapler?
February 10, 2010
In my last post, we discussed how to evaluate your systems to find out if they are working for you, or if you need to make some adjustments. One segment of that process is to evaluate your tools to find out if you like them. While working with a coaching client a few weeks ago, I discovered how truly valuable and overlooked this piece of the process is.
While chatting with her about the folders she intended to use for her file system, she mentioned that she needed to find them, but she didn’t like them very much. The statement that she didn’t like the folders immediately sent up a red flag.
Often when people are purchasing tools to support their systems or new organizing projects, they tend to buy whatever is readily available without really putting much thought into whether they actually like the tool or not. For example, basic green hanging folders are widely available at office product stores, but you may not like the color.
When systems are set up with items like this, that aren’t very appealing to you, more than likely, you will not be very excited about using them. As simple and maybe a little silly as this may seem, choosing tools that are aesthetically pleasing increases your chances of using them!
If you love beautiful office tools, try SeeJaneWork.com for aesthetically pleasing items. I have developed quite a fan base for this site among my clients and audiences! The larger chains have also introduced some items that are both functional and beautiful. Remember that your tools need to be functional as well. You don’t want to sacrifice function for beauty, but there are resources for finding tools that have the complete package!
So, as you are setting up new systems and looking at the tools you have chosen, ask yourself if you really love these items. Do you enjoy looking at your files or stacking trays? Do you really love that stapler you’re using? Examining all these details and making adjustments where necessary will help to ensure that you are on your way to having a functional system that you love!
Happy Organizing!
Ellen
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