Often, regardless of our best efforts, many of us find ourselves dealing with clutter in our workspace. The impact of busy schedules, workload challenges, or simply having too many objects in your space can create messy areas that are distracting and impact the quality of work. The good news is you’re not alone. We have some office cleaning tips that you can implement today to keep your workspace tidy and clean. With a bit of knowledge and effort, you can feel better about your work area and boost productivity.

Out with the Old

Making organization a priority is the first step. Whether daily, weekly, or monthly decluttering, scheduling time to assess your area is key to keeping your workspace organized and clean. In fact, experts say that sticking to a routine of organizing your area, including discarding anything that is no longer relevant or useful, is the key to getting your work done.

Organizing your workspace should include what you can see on your desk and inside desk drawers, binders, and areas under and around your desk. As a result, having a clean and organized workspace will help you stay focused, and tasks will feel less cumbersome, creating a more peaceful environment.

 Go Paperless

Paper documents hinder the path to clean, well-functioning office space, not to mention the environmental impact. Today, several tools are available to help, like file-syncing services and scanning apps that make digital storage a breeze.

Change can be challenging at first and a bit uncomfortable, but you will never look back once you get the swing of going paperless.

 Get a Desk Organizer

Every professional organizer is a big believer that everything should have a home. If you have difficulty finding things on your desk, giving each item a designated home can help. If you must keep paper documents, it is best to use a file organizer.

Being disorganized can end up costing money in the long run. For example, when you cannot locate documents, you waste time, miss important details, or misplace critical paperwork, and it also gives an unprofessional impression. Desk organizers provide a home for various office supplies like pens, sticky notes, and paperclips. And if you must have hard copy documents, look for organizers that include a file holder – perfect for keeping folders and papers in one place.

 Avoid Eating at Your Desk

One of the hardest office cleaning rules to stick with is not eating at your desk. Work can become overwhelming at times, and it’s tempting to work through your lunch break, snacking as you check things off of your to-do list. Eating at your desk can make your meal less enjoyable, plus it makes it near impossible to keep your workspace free of food debris and smells. If you are eating at your desk, you may unknowingly invite unwanted guests like mice and insects to hang out in your workspace.

Let’s not forget self-care. A recent survey showed that only one in five office workers reported taking an actual lunch break away from their desks. However, taking a break, even for 15 to 20 minutes, is a proven way to sustain concentration and energy levels throughout the day.

 Organize Digital Files

Just because you’ve gone paperless, it doesn’t mean your digital files magically stay in order. By creating designated and labeled digital file folders, you can avoid having a messy desktop.

Depending on your industry, you can set up your folders by assignments, projects, clients, or years. The best way to master this is by making it a habit to work on them as you use them.  It is essential to designate time to periodically review the files because a disorganized desktop or digital drive can be just as overwhelming as a messy desk.

 Our Favorite Office Organizing Tip

Every Friday, take 5 to 10 minutes before you leave work and file away the contents of your desk. Take a moment to prepare for what you will need Monday and prepare for the following week. File all your loose papers and dispose of any trash. The result? A clean and organized Monday, ready for you to dominate your to-do list.

An organized desk saves you time, establishes you as a consummate professional, fosters your creative mind, and reduces stress. What’s not to love about that?

Contact Us!

Integrity Janitorial Cleaning Services provides a variety of commercial cleaning services tailored to any size office. Our services include janitorial work, commercial carpet cleaning, floor care, restaurant cleaning, medical facility cleaning, COVID-10 Deep Cleaning Solutions, and more! 

Call us at 404-530-0811 or schedule a free consultation to learn more about how we can help keep your workspace tidy and clean.