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9 Tips To Stay Organized And Start Off Your Semester On The Right Foot

Get and stay organized with these easy tips

Palmer Lauri
Aug 23, 2018
West Chester University
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9 Tips To Stay Organized And Start Off Your Semester On The Right Foot
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Fall 2018 is going to be your semester! Make this your best semester yet by following these quick and easy tips to stay organized all semester long:

1. Put everything away as soon as you can

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If you put things away as quickly as you can, it means less clutter which means less chaos.

2. Make a to-do list for the day 

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As you do through the day, it feels good to check things off.

3. Keep your planner up to date 

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4. Keep a bullet journal 

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Just to keep your thoughts organized.

5. Do one thing at a time 

Don't get caught up in doing too many things all at once.

6. Color code 

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Whether it's color coding files or color coding events in your planner, it works!

7. Learn how to say no

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Prioritize your day to day life, stop taking on things that make you question your priorities.

8. Break up intimidating tasks 

Just take it step by step.

9. Make sure everything has a home 

Once again, less clutter means less chaos.

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