Summer can be a double-edged sword. As educators, we are relieved to have the time to regroup and rejuvenate our content and minds. However, we sometimes pile our to do lists and DIY projects so high that we become overwhelmed once again by the sheer volume of things we would like to accomplish in two to three months.

How Do You Get Organized?

I know it sounds silly, but when I have a clean desk, I tend to get more done because I can immediately get to work rather than become distracted by the pile of papers and binders on my desk.

The same holds true for my computer desktop. From my own experience, I have found that when all of the folders, screenshots, and web clips are nice and tidy, I can easily jump into checking email or blogging rather than spend time looking for files.

How Can I Get Organized?

I have had a few people take interest in my Type-A-OCD-desktop… so I thought I would spend some time designing a step-by-step guide for you to achieve desktop zen!

 

 

What If I Don’t Want to Create one of these from Scratch?

If you are digging this idea, but would prefer to start with a ready-made organized desktop or just need a little more inspiration on layouts and possible categories… check out these 50+ options I have curated for you on a brand new Pinterest board!

What Other Productivity Hacks Do You Have For Me?

I am so glad you asked. I have two other posts to help you achieve tip-top productivity shape this summer:

• Capturing Creativity with Canva
• Why I Declared Email Bankruptcy and 11 Tips for Reclaiming Your Inbox

Enjoy and Achieve Productivity Zen! 😉

FREEBIES and GOODIES OH MY!

TechChef4u now offers a Doc Locker full of freebies and goodies that can be used in the classroom. Lots of resources and templates can be found in the Creatively Productive Digital Downloads Doc Locker. Just sign up using the form below and you will receive an email shortly with a secret link to the site and password to nab your freebies.