Practical Steps to Get Organized in 2022

Do you love setting goals? Crossing things off to-do lists? Conquering organizational projects? Keeping a calendar and schedule so you can make time for what’s important?

Me too!

Is keeping a schedule hard for you? Do goals often seem less motivating and more overwhelming? Is there a space in your home that just won’t stay organized? Are you spending more time looking for things than you would like?

At times…also me too!

Regardless of how you are feeling today, you must have clicked on this page for one reason - there’s part of you that wants to get more organized in 2022!

Lucky for you, people who want to work on meeting their organizing goals this year are my kind of people, and I have created a goal tracker & system just for you.

Step One: Determine Your Why

When working on any goal, it’s important to begin with determining your why! What is the reason you want to get more organized? What is fueling your need for change?

Think of it like this - what is going to be the reward you receive when you meet your goal?

Without understanding your why it can be hard to find the motivation to begin.

Here are some ideas to get you started:

Is a messy pantry constantly causing disagreements and late dinners? Your why may be…I want anyone in my family to easily be able to find food and snacks. I want easy and quick dinner options all together in one place.

Does clutter in your home have you easily overwhelmed? Are closets, shelves, and counters busting with stuff? Your why may be…I want more space in my home to move around and live. I want room for things I love. I want my home to be a reflection of my personal style and not full of unwanted clutter.

Getting ready in the morning feels like a chore. Unfolded laundry, missing socks, and twenty-five pairs of black leggings to sort through for your one favorite pair is a nightmare. Your why may be…I want room for things in my closet that I love. I want to have access to clothes that help me to feel confident and comfortable. I want to spend less time sorting and folding laundry.

Step Two: Create a Vision

A good goal always begins with a clear vision.

Take some time to look online and see what appeals to you when it comes to home organization. My favorite places to look for inspiration are Pinterest and Instagram! There are so many ways to organize - find what appeals to you!

Make a list of the non-negotiable for your space. What is important to you? What inspirational pictures are your favorites? What problem areas need to be addressed?

Do you need countertops cleared? Room for favorite items on display? Storage for back-stock? Grab and go snacks or school items? Write down your vision or collect picture inspiration for your space.

Step Three: Plan, Plan, and Plan Some More

We have our vision! Now let’s set a goal. Remember - the more specific a goal, the better! Make sure to include details like steps you will take, who will help you, how you will maintain the project, and what your budget will be.

When it comes to organization projects, I like to set a budget! Regardless of your budget (even if it’s $0!) you can make progress towards your goals. When setting a budget consider any organizing product you may need, as well as items you want to purchase to restock your space.

Time to plan your steps! It’s easier to be successful when we break a goal down into manageable steps. The general rules we follow when completing a project are:

1) Create a plan. Analyze your space and figure out what needs to be organized. Hint: use your vision!

2) Remove all items from the space.

3) Edit unwanted or unused items - throw them away or donate to a local charity.

4) Sort into categories.

5) Use product or your space to keep items contained.

6) Label baskets and bins as needed!

This may seem like a lot - but there’s no need to do it all at once! Setting one goal a month and working on completing one or two steps each week is doable, even for the busiest families. I promise - the reward will be worth it!

Now - go on and crush your 2022 organizational goals!

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